The Peninsula on the Indian River Bay
An 18-hole championship course set along Delaware’s scenic Indian River Bay, The Peninsula combines coastal and parkland elements with strategic design and sweeping water views. This private course offers a test of skill enhanced by natural marshlands and bay breezes.
Course Overview
The Peninsula on the Indian River Bay offers an exclusive golf experience set within a gated, upscale community where natural beauty and recreational amenities combine seamlessly. This private, 18-hole championship course stretches just over 6,900 yards from the back tees, challenging players with a thoughtfully designed layout that complements the bayfront surroundings. The course presents a blend of coastal and parkland elements, with holes winding through gentle wetlands, salt marshes, and mature hardwoods that frame fairways and protect sensitive areas.
Strategically placed bunkers and water hazards demand precise shot-making, while the greens offer subtle breaks that reward careful reading. Players will find the course approachable for a wide range of skill levels, yet demanding enough to engage low handicappers. The winds off the bay add a dynamic element, especially on the longer holes, reminding golfers to manage their trajectory and tempo carefully.
Beyond golf, The Peninsula supports an active lifestyle with a full-service clubhouse where members can relax after their rounds. The clubhouse overlooks portions of the golf course and the water, providing stunning views that reflect the region’s peaceful character. Additional amenities within the community include walking trails, a private beach, and a wave pool, making it an ideal destination for families and those seeking varied outdoor pursuits alongside golf.
Walking the course is encouraged, offering a chance to absorb the seamless integration of the landscape and design. For those planning a visit, sturdy golf shoes with good traction are advisable, especially along the bay-influenced terrain that can occasionally become damp. A visit in late spring or early fall offers comfortable weather and less interference from coastal breezes.
The Peninsula’s golf layout stands out for balancing natural scenery with strategic challenge, making each round an engaging test of skill and patience amid serene Delaware bay views. It’s a golfing setting where the environment shapes the experience, compelling players to adjust both strategy and mindset as tides of wind and water influence each shot.
Course Highlights
The course is distinguished by its seamless integration with salt marshes and Indian River Bay views, featuring challenging play shaped by coastal winds and wetlands. Noteworthy elements include carefully positioned bunkers and water hazards that influence strategy, as well as expansive greens offering subtle undulations. The surrounding community elevates the experience with amenities such as a private beach, wave pool, and scenic walking trails.
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Guest Reviews
Tom Pepper
A true utopian place, a gate asking for identification to enter a community in the bay side of Delaware not even beach front is insane to me when the houses inside are nothing of extraordinary. Placed 5 feet apart from each other with cookie cutter designs. If you like being told how to live in a home you payed for with your hard earned money this is the place for you! I came in expecting to see multi-million dollar homes from the gate alone but when I saw the typical beach or shall I bay homes. There is a trailer park less than a mile away don’t kid yourself this community is no better than any in Delaware. To stuck up for my liking.
Stephen King
Katherine Obregon
Our family recently purchased a home in The Peninsula and we have been loving our weekend getaways. However this past weekend, while home alone, we accidentally were locked out on a 2nd floor porch. We called the development and within 5 minutes Katie came to our home and “saved us.” :) While this place aesthetically beautiful, it’s things like this that we will tell our friends and family about, and it shows true value and how special it is here.
GeekyThug
The Peninsula is an upscale gated community with many amenities such as a signature golf course, private beach, clubhouse, and their very own wave pool. There is definitely not a shortage of activities right on the property. The landscaping through out the community is well maintained. I must say before actually entering the community you are met by friendly, polite, and knowledgeable security personnel. If you are visiting for the first time and have no clue of where or how to get to your destination, the security staff ( even if they have a line of cars waiting to get in on a holiday weekend) take the time to show you turn for turn directions on the map they give to you. They offer a great deal called Stay & Play check it out
Rosie Wisseman
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Tom Pepper
A true utopian place, a gate asking for identification to enter a community in the bay side of Delaware not even beach front is insane to me when the houses inside are nothing of extraordinary. Placed 5 feet apart from each other with cookie cutter designs. If you like being told how to live in a home you payed for with your hard earned money this is the place for you! I came in expecting to see multi-million dollar homes from the gate alone but when I saw the typical beach or shall I bay homes. There is a trailer park less than a mile away don’t kid yourself this community is no better than any in Delaware. To stuck up for my liking.
Kube 609
Great community very quiet and beautiful scenery lots of wildlife
Jonathan V. Murray, Sotheby's Realtor
Amenities, Activities, Waterfront, Nature, Golf, Luxury Community Living, Condos, Townhouses, Estates, 40 minutes to Coastal Delaware.
Wilmer Valdez
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Course Details
Access & Location
26937 Bay Farm Rd, Millsboro, DE 19966, USA
The Peninsula Clubhouse - full-service facility with dining and members' lounge overlooking the course and bay
Walking encouraged; terrain varies from coastal marsh edges to manicured fairways. Recommend golf shoes with good traction for soft ground conditions.
Member invitation required; advance tee time reservations mandatory
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