Lives
Davenport FL
Handicap
10-14
Gender
Male
Skill
Advanced
Plays
A few times a week

Review Statistics

Average Rating

3.5
3.5
Total 28 Reviews

Rating Breakdown

28 Reviews
5 Stars
3
4 Stars
13
3 Stars
9
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
3
Recommended Courses
25
Not Recommended Courses
3
Helpful Votes Count
2
Not Helpful Votes Count
0
First Review
06/09/2016
Last Review
09/28/2022

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Highlands Reserve Golf Club

Played On 09/08/2022
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Play the course every time I come to Davenport. From previous visits I know that course conditions vary a lot depending on the time to year. This visit I would classify the condition as average. Greens were in poor condition and I would have expected better. Pace of play was good as course was not particularly busy. Would still recommend playing the course if you are visiting the area.

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

Highlands Reserve Golf Club

Played On 09/08/2022
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Not much to say

Have played many times and course is usually in excellent condition, this time of playing there were parts of the course and especially the greens that were not up to the usual standard. Got matched up with 3 other players which for a single player like me is great. Staff are friendly and helpful. If you have not played the course I would certainly recommend a visit.

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

Sanctuary Ridge Golf Club

Played On 11/29/2019
I Recommend This Course
Incentivized Review
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Returned to play and not disappointed

Have not played the course for a few years and was not disappointed. Greens were the fastest I have played for a long time and coming from the UK faster than anything that I play in the UK. Fairways a little poor but greens super quick. A great layout because of the elevation changes which are unusual in this part of Florida. Unfortunately the pace of play was very slow and even playing a 3 ball we had to wait to play every shot. However I will play the course again on my next visit to Florida next year. I introduced a friend to the course today and he wants to come back to play it again.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
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Commented on 12/03/2019

Thank you for taking the time to review us u319023531. Your feedback is valuable, and we look forward to having you back. We hope that you have safe travels back to the UK and we will plan to see you again next year, minus the pace of play issues you experienced. Sanctuary Ridge Golf Club thanks you!

Green Valley Country Club

Played On 11/18/2019
I Recommend This Course
Incentivized Review
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Played Again

Have played the course a number of times brings did not realise that the fairways had been overseeded, this was not clear at time of booking which was disappointing. I like the course and friendly staff and normally pace of play is good.
Will certainly play again but hopefully any course conditions will be made clearer on web site.

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging

ChampionsGate Golf Club - National

Played On 07/11/2019
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Wonderful condition, the best ever

Were very fortunate to play on July 11 the day the course reopened after maintenance. Played in afternoon and apart from a short shower after 4 holes which made some golfers end their round we played on and had the course to ourselves. Have never been so fortunate to play the course in such good condition, the starter told us it was in good condition but it was better than that, just brilliant. Can't wait to come back to Florida in the fall and play it again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Commented on 07/23/2019

Outstanding! We are so pleased that you enjoyed your time on our National Course and that our conditions met your expectations. We look forward to seeing you at the course soon for another 5-star experience!

Providence Golf Club

Played On 06/28/2019
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Much Improved

Played last year during the renovation work on the course and it was a mess, this was first visit back since then and great improvement. New greens still have to "soften up" a little but were true and reasonable quick. Took my son in law and he really enjoyed the course. Everyone associated with the course should be congratulated for the improvements. We had a great day and will return.

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

White Heron Golf Club

Played On 10/16/2018
1.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Disappointed

Play course regularly but this was the worst condition I have seen it in. Tees were bare with very little grass and greens were very patchy and bare. Not a very happy playing experience.

Conditions Poor
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging

Celebration Golf Club

Played On 07/13/2018
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Fantastic Course

Played course once a number of years ago but didn't remember how great it was. For the time of year and recent weather the course was in excellent condition, my only problem was in reading the greens, if I could have putted it would have been a great round! This must be the best course in the area and I have played most within a 20 - 30 mile radius. A great course and set up with very friendly staff. Will play again on my next visit to Florida.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Response from on 07/25/2018:
We are thrilled to hear you had a great time playing Celebration Golf Club while you were here in Florida. Maybe your next round you do better with the flat stick. Please come back and see us soon.

Mystic Dunes Golf Club

Played On 07/12/2018
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Returned to play

Not played the course for a couple of years as the last time I played it was a disaster with the course no better than a building site and the course suffering from the contractors intrusion. Whilst there is still major house construction the new owners have managed to claim back most of the course. The general course condition was reasonable, the greens were true if a little patchy and slow. Overall course in better condition than a number of other local courses. One criticism is that the vast areas of sand (to large to be called bunkers) are no better than a ploughed field and should be marked as FUR because it is impossible to play out of them even if you find your plugged ball. Overall pleased with the progress made and the new owners should be congratulated. The guy on bag drop is a great ambassador for the club and remembered me from 2 years ago. He was extremely helpful as always and should be congratulated for the way he welcomes players. I will certainly play again this year and will be interested to see what further improvements have been made.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 07/16/2018:
Great! We're glad that you enjoyed our course and that you noticed the improvements we've made. We're also pleased that our staff left a great impression on you and we can't wait to have you back again soon at Mystic Dunes!

White Heron Golf Club

Played On 07/06/2018
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Disappointed

Play here regularly when vacationing in Florida (3 - 4 times a year from UK) but today was disappointing, the tees are in a poor condition with many bare patches and uncut grass. Bunkers could do with some more sand in them as there were some with less than an inch of sand. Greens were very patchy and slow. Probably the worse condition that I have seen the course.

Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Moderate

Green Valley Country Club

Played On 06/28/2018
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Wet weather
Used cart

Rained Off

Unfortunately could play only 3 holes due to rain and thunderstorms. Will book again to play here

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

Highlands Reserve Golf Club

Played On 06/26/2018
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Happy Return

Have not played the course for about 3 years so was interested to see how things had progressed. Very friendly welcome and the guy bringing me the cart knew my tee time and name so was able to direct me directly to the first tee. Joined up with a couple who were visitors and had a great game with them. The pace of play was exceptional for US standards (me being a Brit who never has a 18 holes round over 4 hours) we were never held up and played at a 3 hours 30 pace for a 3 ball. Course was in very good condition for the time of the year and the greens were excellent and ran very true. My congratulations to the Greens Staff for delivering the course in such good condition for June in Florida. A great day and it will not be 3 years before I return.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Response from on 07/06/2018:
Hello, Thank you for leaving Highlands Reserve Golf Club a raving review! We are extremely happy to have met your overall expectations. Thank you for your business and remember to book your next round with us sooner.
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Returned to play and not disappointed

Not played the course for a couple of years so thought that I would give it another go. Paired up with another single and had a very enjoyable round. The course was in reasonable condition but greens were a bit bumpy and slow. Pace of play was great with no hold ups. Would play again in the near future.

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

Sanctuary Ridge Golf Club

Played On 11/29/2017
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Returned after many years

First time played the course in many years and not disappointed. Greens were in great shape and whilst some fairways were a little patchy this did not detract from a most enjoyable round. Played as a single and round in 3 hours which was a bonus. Will certainly play again soon and would recommend the course to anyone wanting a different (hilly) course to play.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Great to play

Course was in good condition for the time of year. Fairways had been overseeded but no growth yet. Greens were in great condition for the time of year and extremely fast. Certainly the fastest and best condition of any of the local courses that I have played recently. I found it particularly difficult to stop the ball on the greens and jugdge the pace for putting. A great course and one to be considered a " must play" when in the area.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Response from on 11/28/2017:
Thank you for playing Crooked Cat! Overseeding was successful. We look forward to seeing you again!

White Heron Golf Club

Played On 11/17/2017
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Returned to play and not disappointed

Normally play the course and last time was in June. Bit busy on the first tee so joined up with a Canadian couple. Playing a 3 ball pace of play was excellent. Course had recovered well from recent hurricane but still wet in places. Greens need some work doing on them, most are a little patchy but a coulpe were good. Understand that there are new owners and will be interested to see how things progress. As always a pleasure to play.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Returned to play and not disappointed

Have not played the course for a couple of years but pleasantly surprised that despite the recent hurricane damage which was evident the course was not in to bad condition. Joined up with another visitor who was playing course for the first time and he was very impressed with the layout. Very friendly staff and a great day's golf. Will plan to play it again before returning to the UK. Certainly recommend this course.

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

The Reserve at Orange Lake Resort

Played On 09/27/2017
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Disappointing

Course had suffered from Hurricane Irma and a lot of clearing up was being undertaken by Greens staff. Some fairways very wet and got some plugged balls. Some tees moved very forward. Greens were very good for time of year, true and fairly quick. Rest of course was in the poorest condition I have seen for a number of years. Overall disappointed at condition of course but cheap green fee reflects this. Will still play again.

Conditions Poor
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Fairly Easy
Response from on 10/02/2017:
Thanks for taking the time to leave us a review. We're sorry to hear the course conditions weren't up to par after the storm. We're looking forward to your next round with us as we recover from the storm. Thanks for playing!

Legends Golf & Country Club

Played On 09/25/2017
3.0
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Improving

Last played the course in June and it was showing signs of improving from 2015 when it was a mess. New ownership is having a positive effect. Greens were reasonably quick and true. Some evidence of hurricane Irma but this did not effect play. Overall can see the improvements to the course and look forward to playing it again on my return to Florida in November. Legends has always been on my to play list for every trip and I look forward to seeing further improvements in November. Would certainly recommend playing it.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Response from on 09/27/2017:
Thank you for golfing with us! Your feedback on recent improvements and recovery after Hurricane Irma are greatly appreciated by our staff. We look forward to seeing you again in November!

Providence Golf Club

Played On 06/30/2017
I Recommend This Course
1.0
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Disappointing

While there was a aeration warning but no details of the extent and on arrival notice on carts to keep to cart paths on 5 holes there was no warning that half of the tees had been closed and moved to temporary ones which were very forward. This was on some of the "better" holes and detracted very much from the playing experience. A very disappointing day and whilst I would recommend playing the course in the future I could not recommended playing it any time now. Club sent a booking confirmation but did not mention the extent of the work being undertaken or the amount of disruption.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Fairly Easy
Response from on 07/14/2017:
Hello, thank you for taking the time to write a review about our course, Providence Golf Club. We are sorry to hear that you had a disappointing playing experience at our club, we value your feedback. Because we are in a transition period, we are running a July Maintenance Special with free replays for a heavily discounted rate. We can say with confidence that you will see a significantly better product in a few weeks time. Thank you for playing our course and we hope to earn your business again!
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