Ventura Country Club

Ventura is a strong 3* course. I see that some have rated this a 4* course and that simply is not accurate. Although I've only been playing since 8/17, i have played enough places to understand some of the features that create separation between the courses.

Course layout - strong! Keep your ball in the fairway or you will be punished. Plenty of water and wooded areas to steal your ball. If you're no good, get out those shags.
Course appearance - in my opinion, this is where Ventura loses a 4* rating. It seems like some of the holes are unfinished. Tee boxes are not level. This course does not have the finish of a 4*. Also, there were times i hit a good shot into the fairway but still found myself being punished because my ball rolled into a crater. This almost gurantees you will top your next shot. Btw, these are not divots or marks that have resulted from divots being tended. This is a problem in a number of the fairways. Nothing major, but not 4* worthy.
Greens - good and well maintained! Even during the drought we are currently experiencing.
Price - great value for your money. I typically find rates between $14-$20.
Amenities - this is another category Ventura needs to improve. No onsite driving range. (When I asked an employee about the range he told me to buy a practice bucket, get back in my car (was not allowed to us cart), and drive about 1/2 mile away to their range) Chipping green looked like a homemade add-on. Putting green is ok. Pro Shop is average.

Ventura is a very good looking, great priced 3* course but by no means is a 4*. If i have friends in town that are budget golfers, Ventura will probably top the list. But budget golfers typically aren't concerned wirh playing on 4* or greater courses.

The course has come a long way since the remodel. Greens were in great shape, rolled well and were decently quick. Fairways were good and while some tee boxes need work but they are tee boxes so I don’t put too much into that for overall course review. It’s a tight track with lots of OB and water so make sure you’re hitting it straight. It does get pretty crowded so the round moves slower than average, but for the $$ it is an excellent choice. Great value and we will be back as long as greens stay in condition they were when we played. It definitely beats many other courses charging $80 or more still as it is starting to get really hot really fast.

Not extra long and do to dry conditions played a bit short. One tough par 5 on front side due to big water carry. Otherwise this course will not beat you up fun course. Staff friendly and great pace that day.

This course was really fun. It's not long but I'm good shape. Green are good and tricky, kinda on the slow side though. I plan to return soon. Thanks

Course in good shape. Greens issues from a couple months ago are gone. Very playable.

Enjoyed our game at sunny Ventura. Arrived early and were allowed to tee off early. Course is generally in good condition though some of the tees are a bit rough. Greens are very good - smooth and fast. Did not enjoy the front nine as much as the back which was far more open and less enclosed by homes. Back nine fairways seemed in better order too. In spite of not playing my best I would still recommend a visit - especially handy if looking for a game before flying out of MCO.

Greens appeared to have been recently aerated but were in good condition and quite tricky
Pace of play good with our 4 ball finishing in under 4 hours (12.40 tee time )
Pro shop staff a little abrupt but cart guys
And bar staff very friendly
Would definitely return if in area

I played this course a few years ago with some Golf Channel staff and an LPGA player. It has improved, but I found the staff rude and/or disinterested.