Aerial view of a pristine green and fairway at Bayville Golf Club with the Chesapeake Bay in the background

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Track Your Handicap & Bets

Short Grass is the free golf app used by golfers at Bayville Golf Club to log rounds, track their USGA handicap index, and run Nassau, Low Medal, and Skins bets — all on the course, in real time.

4.8(112 Google reviews)
72Par
7,104Yards (Palmer)
139Slope
74.9Rating
Designed by Arnold Palmer

About Bayville Golf Club

Bayville Golf Club, nestled along the scenic shores of the Chesapeake Bay in Virginia Beach, Virginia, stands as a testament to Arnold Palmer's design philosophy of creating courses that are both challenging and immensely enjoyable. Opened in 1999, this private club quickly established itself as one of the premier golf destinations in the Mid-Atlantic, known for its meticulously maintained conditions and a layout that harmonizes beautifully with its natural surroundings. The course offers a classic, strategic golfing experience, demanding thoughtful shot-making and rewarding precision.

Palmer's design at Bayville masterfully incorporates the unique coastal landscape, featuring rolling fairways, strategically placed bunkers, and water hazards that come into play on several holes. The course is characterized by its firm, fast greens and a layout that encourages a variety of shots, from powerful drives to delicate short game maneuvers. Each hole presents a distinct challenge, ensuring that golfers of all skill levels will find both excitement and a fair test of their abilities. The commitment to excellence extends beyond the course, with top-tier practice facilities and a welcoming club atmosphere.

Playing at Bayville Golf Club is more than just a round of golf; it's an immersive experience in a pristine setting. The course offers breathtaking views of the Bay, particularly on holes that run close to the water, creating a serene and memorable backdrop for your game. The design emphasizes walkability, allowing golfers to truly connect with the landscape. Bayville is a club where the traditions of golf are upheld, and the pursuit of an exceptional golfing experience is paramount, making it a cherished gem for its members.

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Course Tee Information

Palmer7,104 yds
Rating 74.9Slope 139
Bayville6,628 yds
Rating 72.5Slope 133
Club6,128 yds
Rating 70.3Slope 128
Forward5,163 yds
Rating 70Slope 118

All tees play to par 72. Source: www.bayvillegolfclub.com.

Free for all golfers

Track your handicap at Bayville Golf Club.It takes two minutes to set up.

No credit card required

Everything You Need at Bayville Golf Club

Short Grass is built for golfers who play courses like Bayville Golf Club — where every stroke counts and the bets make it interesting.

Live Handicap Tracking

Log your round at Bayville Golf Club and your handicap differential is calculated automatically using the official USGA World Handicap System formula. No spreadsheets required.

Score History & Trends

See how your game evolves across every round at Bayville Golf Club. Track your scoring average, best rounds, and improvement over time with visual charts.

Hole-by-Hole Stats

Identify your weakest holes on the Bayville Golf Club layout. Discover exactly which holes are costing you strokes and where you can pick up shots.

In-Round Betting

Set up Nassau, Skins, Low Medal, and Short Grass bets before you tee off. The app tracks the money in real time as you play.

Playing Partners

Connect with the golfers you play with at Bayville Golf Club. Compare handicaps, view each other's scorecards, and settle bets through the app.

Leaderboards

See where you rank among Short Grass members who play at Bayville Golf Club. Compete on gross and net leaderboards by course.

Betting Games

Run Your Usual Games at Bayville

Whether your group plays a weekly Nassau or a Skins game on the back nine, Short Grass handles the maths so you can focus on your game. All bets support gross and net (handicap-adjusted) scoring.

Nassau

Three separate bets — front nine, back nine, and overall 18. The classic format for any foursome at Bayville Golf Club.

Low Medal

Lowest gross or net score wins the pot. Choose Full 18, Front 9, Back 9, or Front & Back 9 together.

Skins

Win a hole outright to claim the skin. Ties carry over, building the pot on Bayville Golf Club's toughest holes.

Short Grass

Points for hitting fairways and greens. Rewards the ball-strikers in your group.

Match Play

Hole-by-hole head-to-head with full handicap strokes applied. Perfect for a challenge match.

Why Virginia Golfers Use Short Grass
  • 1Bayville Golf Club's slope of 139 means handicap strokes matter — Short Grass allocates them correctly by hole handicap rank.
  • 2Tracking your stats hole by hole shows where you're losing shots and where you can improve.
  • 3Virginia golfers play regularly. Short Grass keeps a running handicap index that updates after every round.
  • 4All betting games support gross and net scoring — Nassau, Skins, Low Medal, and more.
  • 5Free for all golfers. No subscription required to log rounds, track handicap, or run bets.

Course Photos

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Google Rating

Based on golfer reviews on Google Maps

4.8

112 reviews

Course Conditions

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Playing Bayville Soon?

Set up your Short Grass account before your next tee time at Bayville Golf Club. It takes two minutes and it's completely free.

1400 Bayville Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23455, Virginia(757) 363-9600www.bayvillegolfclub.com