Lives
Walden, NY
Handicap
15-19
Age
45-54
Gender
Male
Skill
Advanced
Plays
Once a week

Review Statistics

Average Rating

4.0
4.0
Total 20 Reviews

Rating Breakdown

20 Reviews
5 Stars
5
4 Stars
11
3 Stars
3
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
0
Recommended Courses
20
Not Recommended Courses
0
Helpful Votes Count
0
Not Helpful Votes Count
0
First Review
03/08/2015
Last Review
04/09/2023

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Bonaventure Golf Club

Played On 04/08/2023
I Recommend This Course
2.0
Previously Played

Needs some water!

Not nearly as friendly this time out. Tees and fairways are very dry and sandy due to lack of water...kind of understandable since area is in a significant drought condition. This made for some unpredictable lies and rollouts. Some big sandy patches on the greens too. Hopefully course super is saving up some money from greens fees for real grass seed once they get some water. Challenging layout when conditions are better so it is likely I will be back.

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Average
I Recommend This Course
3.0
First Time Playing

Dont believe everything you read

First time visiting this club and I was a little nervous from reading recent reviews. Well...not all that bad. Yes some tee boxes were a little sandy and fairways under defined, but overall very playable! Green conditions not nearly as bad as reviews would make you think...true speeds throughout my round. Some scars from pesky Florida insects, but getting better. Single rounded the Grand and Royal 9s in under 3 hours. Clubhouse staff made,sure no one jumped in so i aporeciated their efforts.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
I Recommend This Course
4.0

Shore to please!

My go to course when down in Toms River spending some shore time. First rate facility for sure from start to finish. Friendly staff always have a warm greeting outside in the drop area and inside the pro shop. All three 9s are a good test for any golfer. Well maintained from tee to green with trouble lurking for wayward shots. Two thumbs up!

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good

Lost Lake Golf Club

Played On 04/03/2019
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Bring your "A" game.

Not the longest course, but very demanding Florida target golf. Local knowledge is a plus here as there is no GPS. Great fairways and greens were above average despite recent aeration (some tiny dimples remain that did not impact play). Plenty of water and sand to make it interesting. Errant shots will definitely bring some trouble. I will be back.

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

The Club at Emerald Hills

Played On 03/27/2019
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Getting better...for the most part.

Better conditioned than my last visit...especially the greens. Tee boxes are getting better too. Definite two thumbs up for the efforts. Big bummer this visit was golf outing shotgun start at 9 AM to disrupt my round. When I finished and mentioned that is was slow the last few holes to the staff, it was as if they forgot all about the rest of us playing through the wave...until I remineded them.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good

West at Jacaranda Golf Club

Played On 03/25/2019
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Always worth it..the West.

Never disappointed with this place and more than a fair test of anyone's game. A must play for me when we make our annual visit. Fairways and greens in very good condition for this time if year. A couple of the tee boxes need some grass, but could be from shaded locations. Staff is always friendly and helpful. Yes it is a little pricey, but well worth it in my opinion.

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

Atlantis Country Club

Played On 03/22/2019
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Nice day of Florida golf!

Quite a nice track...especially the greens....hard firm and fast, but fair throught the round. Fairways and tee boxes are well kept. Overall the course was very playable. Staff was friendly. I will certainly be back.

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

Lansbrook Golf Club

Played On 03/20/2019
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Worth my commute!

Nice layout with quick greens and some tight driving holes. No GPS so you need to do it the old fashioned way. First out with two semi-regulars and finished in 3 hours and change. Everyone I came in contact with was friendly. Not sure about all the "bad vibes" from other reviews. Yes a little rough around the edges, but excellent value! Nice wildlife to enjoy as well. I will definitely visit again when in the area.

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

Brigantine Golf Links

Played On 07/31/2018
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart

Keep it on the short grass

Nice links layout with a classic feel, but beware of the lush rough and wispy grass mounds all over this layout. The greens were receptive of well struck shots and rolling consistently. This course could really be a battle if the wind is up. I was lucky as it was just breezy enough to keep the heat down and make it tough flying for the 'skeeters and green heads. Some folks have complained about the "backyard feel" of this layout, but to me it was no worse than tracks in most of Florida so this was not a big deal. The only thing was those pesky 'skeeters and with the proximity to the tidal areas, these little guys really can't be avoided (and are not a deterrent for my return).

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Fair
Pace Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 08/16/2018:
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us, as well as the 4-stars. On behalf of our staff at Brigantine Golf Links, we truly value your comments as they are shared with our staff. We're glad to hear you enjoyed your first round with us, and we hope to have you back soon!

Southbridge Golf Club

Played On 04/01/2018
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Try it and you'll like it!

Golf the good old way...a yardage book. Nice layout for sure that needs some TLC. Greens in very good shape and putted true for the entire loop but, a little rough around the edges. Traps and cartpaths needs some work (and the club will be addressing). Good challenge and I will be back.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average

St. Johns Golf & Country Club

Played On 03/30/2018
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Those greens....

Great course and in equal playing condition. The greens were rolling fast and true...thankfully...so I could get more comfortable as the round progressed. Challenging layout that was a good test. The staff is friendly and organized. Play here and you won't be disappointed.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On 03/25/2018
I Recommend This Course
4.0

Quite a challenge

Nice course and layout with lots of trouble lurking just about everywhere. This is a firm test of anyone's game.
You need to know your personal yardage book well to score here. A lot of wildlife to catch you eye too. Friendly and helpful staff...a welcome site.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Response from on 04/12/2018:
Thank you for your review, Jack. We're glad you enjoyed our challenging but fun and beautiful layout. Come back again soon.

The Club at Emerald Hills

Played On 03/22/2018
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Still a winner!

One of my must plays when I visit southern Florida each year. Course conditions continually improving...especially the greens...rolling true and consistent this time. Tough play when the wind is up.

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

West at Woodlands Country Club

Played On 01/28/2017
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Nice surprise

Nice layout with plenty of doglegs for the challenge. Fairways and greens in good shape; tee boxes needed some work. Staff very nice and patient despite a very busy Saturday morning. No GPS on carts, but not much of a problem since I was grouped with a local threesome. Nice round for sure and I will pay another visit.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average

The Club at Emerald Hills

Played On 01/27/2017
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

A must play loop!

A must play if you are nearby. Hidden in a local residential area, once you pass through the gate you forget where you are. Course condition is excellent for most part (a few patches on the greens that are under remediation according to staff). Full service facility with sll you expect. Well worth the price of admission and has become one of my stops anytime I'm in the area.

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

West at Jacaranda Golf Club

Played On 01/24/2017
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Always consistent

Jacaranda layout always provide very good playing conditions. I was first out as a single and enjoyed a 3 hour round. Sporty layout on the west side that plays to risk - reward shot execution. Play Jacaranda and you will be hooked.

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

The Dunes Golf & Tennis Club

Played On 03/16/2016
I Recommend This Course
3.0
First Time Playing

Nice but not that nice.

Nice course with a lot of wildlife activity. The greens need some work with sandy and low growth areas on numerous holes. Too many golfers on the course at one time for my taste. I was paired with two members and another single and we had a great time. No need to start on the 10th at 730 AM. OK value for the money.

Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
c87fdcee-6b54-54ed-aee3-950c26798cf0
Commented on 03/24/2016

Hey "jackstraw63" we appreciate you taking the time to leave a second review and are glad you enjoyed the company of the golfers you were paired with.

The Dunes Golf & Tennis Club

Played On 03/15/2016
I Recommend This Course
3.0
First Time Playing

Wildlife and greens

Beautiful area with lots of wildlife doing their thing - gators in the gallery, pelicans and osprey feeding in the water, and other waterfowl grazingy. The poor conditions on the greens were a contributing factor to this rating. Many had sandy patches that made for difficult pin placements and were part of play on most holes. The other annoying thing was too many golfers on the course. We teed off before 9AM and we started on the 10th hole...am I missing something here after all it was Wednesday morning. My playing partners made the round most enjoyable as I booked as a single. For the money, I expected better...but understandable for the traffic on the course.

Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
c87fdcee-6b54-54ed-aee3-950c26798cf0
Commented on 03/23/2016

Hey "jackstraw63" we are happy you enjoyed the scenery but apologize you were not happy with the condition of the greens. We are constantly working to improve and hope you will return soon so we can provide a fully enjoyable experience. Thank you so much for coming out to play and providing your feedback!

I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Very playable layout and nice wildlife.

Well worth the trip! Played Ibis and Egret 9s with three members and had a great time. Challenging layout yet very fair. Course in great playing shape with the exception of a few brown patches of green on Egret 9 that really didn't impact play. No on course beverage service, however water and ice in sll the right places. Staff members were all friendly helpful. Two thumbs up...I will be back!

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

West at Jacaranda Golf Club

Played On 02/18/2015
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

gotta'love winter in florida

always a good day to play golf at jacaranda. if you like to get out early, be diligent in getting a tee time, especially on weekends. very good challenge for any golfer...watch those false fronts and bunkers...breezy days too!

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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