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1396 Reviews (1396)
5 Stars
299
4 Stars
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3 Stars
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2 Stars
118
1 Stars
102
Conditions
3.7
Value
3.9
Layout
4.2
Friendliness
4.3
Pace
3.9
Amenities
3.8
83.0%
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4.0
107 Reviews (107)
5 Stars
33
4 Stars
49
3 Stars
18
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
6
Conditions
3.8
Value
3.8
Layout
4.2
Pace
3.8
Amenities
3.9
StaffFriendliness
4.5
82.2%
Recommend this course
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4.0
168 Reviews (168)
5 Stars
60
4 Stars
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3 Stars
26
2 Stars
3
1 Stars
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Conditions
3.8
Value
3.9
Layout
4.2
Pace
3.9
Amenities
4.0
StaffFriendliness
4.4
83.3%
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140 out of 168 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 70
Length 6079 yards
Slope 130
Rating 70.4

Cove Cay Golf Club is located along the shores of Tampa Bay, offering scenic views and abundant wildlife. Water is a prominent feature on the golf course, coming into play on 12 holes. The course is tight with narrow, tree-lined fairways and several tricky dogleg holes. In addition to all of the water hazards, there are also deep bunkers lining the greensides. At 6,000 yards, it is not a long course by any means but what it lacks in length it makes up for in shot-making challenges. Thanks to its length though, it can usually be played in under four hours. The layout features a diverse set of hazards that will require the use of every club in your bag. Cove Cay Golf Club's signature hole is the par-5 17th. This dramatic hole runs alongside the bay, making accuracy a necessity in order to reach the small peninsula green.

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Course Details

Year Built 1972
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect David Wallace (1972)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Bunker Yes
Golf School Academy Yes - "Shriver Golf Academy"
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No

Food & Beverage

Snacks, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse

Available Sports

Tennis

Reviews

3.9
1396 Reviews (1396)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 51
19th Hole Scenic Views 33
19th Hole Specials 17
Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 91
Bunkers 74
Narrow Fairways 49
This course/club is great for:
Locals 54
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 43
Seniors 40
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 85
Near the Airport 28
Near Local Attractions 19

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Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
2.0
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Previously Played

Poor conditions

We played here last fall, was in much better shape. Pretty much every T box is threadbare, the greens are a patchwork of different textures and funny grasses. Fairway are bare in spots too. Very scenic back 9. I hope the course comes back as we like the layout.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
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Commented on 05/15/2018

Yes! The tee boxes are really bare. We did not over seed with rye this winter. We are repairing greens and have had major issues with a few of them. We are working to bring the course back to it's better days. Hang in there!

Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Nice course, great value

This is a great value, nice course..... its a little narrow but definitely a nice track. Nice views on some of the holes....water views!!!
Need to be able to hit the shots straight to score.....

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
1.0
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Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Poor
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

good fun

nice course. layout is a bit funky tho since there are apartment bldgs in play.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 11
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great day!

Even though the course allowed two foursomes to jump in line, the pace was great once we started play. T boxes need someone to help them recover… pretty bad shape but that’s the only thing worth mentioning. All was well!

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 11
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Hot weather
Used cart

April 9/24

Course conditions were fine. Staff are almost always helpful and friendly. Green speeds are usually excellent. Facilities/amenities offered are extensive. Bunkers have improved with regard to sand depth and grooming. Only concern, really, is pace of play. The course is relatively short and compact. Rounds sometimes stretch to close to 4.5 - 5 hours. No marshall/ranger is patrolling the course.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Great choice in Tampa area

Have played this course many times over the past few years as a vacationer. Never disappoints. Staff is friendly, pace of play is reasonable and course conditions are great. Excellent value for the price paid.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 5
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 11
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Fun course

I found the golf course challenging for my skill level. A lot of narrow fairways. A couple of the par 3 holes were long. I did enjoy the challenge and we enjoyed the views along the Tampa Bay. Greens were a little beat up but were very fast!!! Over all a good time.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 11
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Fairways were very hard and dry and the rough was really rough. Greens were good but very fast.
One of the harder courses I’ve played in the area due to many bunkers, a lot of water and many narrow approaches. I’m just an OK golfer though. Pace of play was excellent. 18 in 4 hours.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 04/05/2024

Thank you for the review and for playing Cove Cay!

Played On
Reviews 27
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

In good shape

Been here since January, have played just about every course in Central fla. Most of them are beat to death with burnt-out fairways, torn up tee boxes and greens full of sand and patches. You won't find that here. Course was in good shape. A bit pricey at 70$a round. Pace of play was a nice change, got around in 4 hrs.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Commented on 04/05/2024

Glad you enjoyed the course! Two nearby courses that are also open to the public charge $100+. We do what we can to charge a lower rate and still maintain conditions during a very busy peak season. Thanks again!

Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Did not finish round. Very slow pace. Would
have been at least 5 hours and dark to finish.

Conditions Average
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Good
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Commented on 04/05/2024

So sorry about the rough pace of play. In peak season in Florida, especially on the weekends, pace of play can average 4 and 1/2 hours. 5 can happen but not often.

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Fun Afternoon at Cove Cay

The course is challenging. Lots of patience required. Just under 5 hours. 3 hours for the front is just too long!!
The course overall is very playable, the greens are in good shape. Played with a very nice couple from the area. Thank you for the fun afternoon!! My wife and I will be back!!

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
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Commented on 04/05/2024

We are so glad you had fun!

Played On
Reviews 11
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

T Box

Layout and scenery is fantastic! T Boxes could use a little work but really enjoyed the round.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Coy cove

The greens were in very good condition. The fairways were bare in places so need to be GUR or winter rules for pick and place.
The bunkers were made wet so the sand was heavy.

The clubhouse and food was nice but the visitor WiFi was broken on the day.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 10
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Good price, nice staff, average course

I would recommend this course if you are an average golfer looking for an economical round of golf. Slow pace, but did tee off in the afternoon behind a golf league.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
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