A view of the 7th hole at Deer Island Country Club.
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4.7
2218 Reviews (2218)
5 Stars
1386
4 Stars
676
3 Stars
101
2 Stars
39
1 Stars
16
Conditions
4.6
Value
4.7
Layout
4.8
Friendliness
4.7
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.0
97.0%
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4.7
197 Reviews (197)
5 Stars
150
4 Stars
43
3 Stars
4
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.6
Value
4.7
Layout
4.8
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.1
StaffFriendliness
4.8
99.0%
Recommend this course
195 out of 197 reviews
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4.7
368 Reviews (368)
5 Stars
278
4 Stars
77
3 Stars
9
2 Stars
3
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.6
Value
4.7
Layout
4.8
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.1
StaffFriendliness
4.7
97.8%
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360 out of 368 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 72
Length 6885 yards
Slope 144
Rating 74.0

Formerly known as Deer Island Golf and Lake Club.

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Course Details

Year Built 1994
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Joe Lee (1994)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Bunker Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code Proper attire is required.

Food & Beverage

Snacks, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Locker Rooms

Available Activities

Swimming

Accolades

Reviews

4.7
2218 Reviews (2218)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 29
Brunch 17
Watching the Game 9
Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 95
Bunkers 67
Forced Carries 60
This course/club is great for:
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 75
Advanced Golfers 62
Locals 35
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 73
In the 'Burbs 21

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Played On
Reviews 36
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 15
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 10
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great conditions and value for money

Compared to the Orlando area courses, Deer Island is amazing, value for money at $75.
Course conditions good (would have given 5 ⭐️ but greens were a bit on the slow side.
Starter, course marshalls and bar staff were excellent.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart

Artgolfer

Greens were very slow. back nine a little better, but inconsistent.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 10
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Jb

Price is a bargain. The staff were very friendly. The course is in very good shape. Lots of water and sand, so misses will cost you. Layout is fair though. Greens were a little slow but in good shape. Saw a golden eagle, and a lot of alligators. I would definitely recommend playing this course.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 6
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 22
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Always great

Beautiful golf course always in good shape. Layout is strong but fair……..play this course!!

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 128
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 500 Contributor
First Time Playing
Windy weather
Walked
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 128
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 500 Contributor
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Wildlife Refuge

Excellent conditions, true rolling greens in a wildlife rich environment. Well worth the drive from Orlando.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Great time.

This was the first time playing this track. The staff were friendly and very accommodating. The starter even had us off ahead of schedule which was nice. The course was in great shape and the greens putted true however a little slow. We saw lots of beautiful birds and a few alligators. I drove an hour to get there but it was worth the drive. I plan to play it again soon...

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Rob

Course was fun to play and it was in very good condition. Only thing that could be improved is the green speeds. Layout of the course was excellent.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 24
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Everything was perfect

This is a great course. Everything is perfect.
We loved to play this course and we'll be back for sure.
A short recommendation: Bring enough balls, there is a lot of water... :-)

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 13
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great Experience

The course was in very good shape. Such a surprise to have grass in the fairways. We also saw lots of wildlife, i.e., birds and alligators. THe greens were in good shape and and overall, the experience was very good. Would definitely play again and would recommend it.
Our only suggestion would be to allow yourself plenty of time to get there as it is a 2 lane highway off a 27 and you can get stuck behind a slow vehicle.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Wet weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great course value for money 👍

Played here on Sunday we were that impressed we booked it again ,
If ever in Orlando would definitely play course again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 9
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 20
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Florida Golf at its Best

This wonderful out-of-the way semi-private golf course is perfectly designed to fit on an island in the middle of central Florida. Ancient moss covered oak trees, multiple strategically placed bunkers, and water features come into play on every hole, creating a difficult but fair test. My new favorite in the area.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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