I närheten av Sarasota hittar du en otrolig mängd av de bästa golfbanorna - mer än 60!

 

Du kan spela för så lite som 15 USD. I avgiften ingår oftast hyra av golfbil, snacks och dryck, entré till en driving range, samt putting.

 

Vi har utarbetat en lista på några intressanta banor inom 45 minuters avstånd..

 

 

 

 

Bobcat Trail
VIEW VIRTUAL TOUR VISIT THEIR WEBSITE Bobcat Trail, one of the area's finest courses, is rated by Golf Digest as a “must play 4-1/2 star course” and one of Florida’s “top 30 public courses” in its 2003 “Places to Play” publication. Bobcat Trail Golf Club is located in North Port, Florida halfway between Sarasota and Fort Myers and just 3 miles from Interstate 75. “The Cat” is just 40 minutes away from the international airports of each city and just minutes away from shopping, dining, boating, fishing and the magnificent beaches at Venice and Siesta Key. Call 941-429-0500 to reserve a tee time From I-75, Take exit 179, continue on Toledo Blade, Bobcat Trail Golf Club on left. 1350 Bobcat Trail, North Port, Florida 34286       Vital Statistics PAR 72 Yards C.R. Slope Blue (Tway) 6748 73.2 131 Gold (Bobcat) 6242 70.8 125 Green (Gator) 5765 68.2 121 White (Hawk) 5271 M65.4 116     L70.8 125 Red (Fox) 4800 L68.5 117 Course Architect: Bob Tway PGA General Manager: Greg Miller Golf Professional: Bruce Harris

Heron Creek Golf & Country Club
VIEW VIRTUAL TOUR VISIT THEIR WEBSITE The moment you step out onto the tee at Heron Creek, you’ll experience the exhilaration of playing the brilliantly designed and meticulously maintained championship course. The challenging, but not intimidating, course design includes elevation changes unique to Southwest Florida, sparkling water features, and all the natural beauty of Heron Creek. With the variety and challenges offered by the Oaks, Marsh and Creek Nine layouts, playing golf at Heron Creek is an experience you’ll want to repeat over and over again. Call 941-423-6955 to reserve a tee time Entry off South Sumter Boulevard between US41 & I-75, Exit 182 5301 Heron Creek Blvd., North Port, Florida 34286       Vital Statistics   Oaks Marsh Creek TEES Par 36 Par 36 Par 36 Black 3418 3451 3365 Blue 3192 3156 3214 White 2993 2947 2933 Yellow 2547 2594 2670 Red 2376 2411 2409 Course Architect: Arthur Hills General Manager: Jerry Moore PGA Golf Professional: Chris Trottier Membership Director: Danielle Hallman

IMG Academies Golf & Country Club
VIEW VIRTUAL TOUR VISIT COUNTRY CLUB WEBSITE VISIT ACADEMY WEBSITE Whether your aspiration is to golf alongside the world’s best golfers or become one, IMG Academies Golf & Country Club has what you’re looking for. We offer flexible membership opportunities, including our new Young Professional program. Events at IMG Academies Golf & Country Club have developed a reputation of excellence. If you are planning the event of your lifetime or joining us for casual or fine dining you will enjoy our expansive views of Sarasota Bay, and our commitment to truly personalized service. Conveniently located just 15 minutes from downtown Sarasota, in southwest Bradenton. Special discounts are available on all IMG Academies’ Adult Golf and Tennis Programs – Call today for more details! Call 941-758-1464 to reserve a tee time From US 41, head west on Bayshore Gardens Parkway, then straight to El Conquistador Parkway. The Clubhouse and Pro Shop is 1/4 mile on the left. 4350 El Conquistador Parkway, Bradenton, Florida 34210       Dining Reservations 941-758-1467 Membership Inquiries 941-739-7412 Special Events 941-739-7414 IMG Academies 941-752-2600 Vital Statistics PAR 72 Yards C.R. Slope Course 1 6855 73.7 127 Course 2 6536 71.0 124 Course 3 6216 70.3 119 Course 4 5795 M68.5 119 L74.1 134 Course 5 5294 L71.4 129 Orig. Course Architect: Mark Mahhanah Redesigned by: Gene Bates

Kingsway Country Club
VISIT THEIR WEBSITE Nestled in the residential community of Lake Suzy, Kingsway Country Club is conveniently located less than a mile from I-75 (exit 170) just minutes away from Punta Gorda and Port Charlotte, which was recently ranked among Money magazine’s “25 Best Places to Retire.” Ron Garl, the original course designer and one of the foremost golf course architects in the industry, has made significant design improvements to what was already one of the finest courses in the area. This championship layout incorporates rolling terrain, wide fairways, ample bunkers and spacious Tif-Eagle greens to create a pure golfing experience. Call 941-625-8898 to reserve a tee time. Call 941-625-8898 to reserve a tee time Located 1 mile east of I-75 exit 170 left on Kingsway Circle 13625 SW Kingsway Circle, Lake Suzy, FL 34269       Vital Statistics PAR 72 Yards C.R. Slope Tee #1 7138 75.2 142 Tee #2 6613 72.5 132 Tee #3 6407 71.4 129 Tee #4 6100 70.2 126 Tee #5 5706 68.2/73.1 118/128 Tee #6 5200 W-71.1 120 Course Designer: Ron Garl PGA General Manager: J.B. Belknap PGAGolf Professional: Jimmy Karr

Legacy Golf Club
VIEW VIRTUAL TOUR VISIT THEIR WEBSITE An Arnold Palmer Signature Golf Course Legacy is an upscale, 18-hole championship daily fee course and has earned its reputation as one of the premier courses in Southwest Florida. The course features multiple elevated tees, and virtually every hole is framed with sand and water. What makes this course unique is the 360-foot wide fairways making the look very dramatic and visually challenging while still approachable to all players. Legacy Golf Club has been awarded Best Places to Play and 4 1/2 STARS from the readers’ of Golf Digest. One of America’s Top Golf Courses from ZAGAT Survey 2007-2009. Call 941-907-7067 to reserve a tee time Take exit 213 off of I-75. Travel East 2 miles on University Blvd. Turn left onto Legacy Blvd. 8255 Legacy Boulevard, Bradenton, Florida 34202       Vital Statistics PAR 72 Yards C.R. Slope Black 7067 73.8 140 Gold 6684 71.9 136 Silver 6108 69.4 124 Copper 5465 69.4 123 Jade 4886 68.8 115 Course Designer: Arnold Palmer PGA General Manager: Brian Richter Director of Sales: Paul Ascioti

Misty Creek Country Club
VIEW VIRTUAL TOUR VISIT THEIR WEBSITE There is only one golf course in all of Southwest Florida that is set in a wildlife preserve with resident bald eagles. The course is carved out of a 350 acre wilderness area with picturesque lakes and lush forests lining the fairways. The club features a full amenity practice facility with driving range, oversize putting green, and chipping and sand bunker. In addition to the snack bar, the restaurant and grill serves lunch daily and in season, breakfast on weekends. Other features include 4 tennis courts and locker facilities. Misty Creek has some of the best Champion® turf-grass greens in the area. Call 941-921-5258 to reserve a tee time On Bee Ridge Extension, 3.5 miles east of I-75, exit 207 8954 Misty Creek Drive, Sarasota, Florida 34241       Vital Statistics PAR 72 Yards C.R. Slope Gold 6895 73.3 137 Blue 6384 70.9 125 White 6007 68.9 115 Green 5357 66.4 109 Red 5208 70.6 123 Detailed Information: www.mistycreek.net 941-922-2188 info@mistycreek.net

Pelican Pointe Golf & Country Club
VIEW VIRTUAL TOUR VISIT THEIR WEBSITE Voted “Best in Venice” 8 years in a row, Pelican Pointe Golf & Country Club is a 27-hole championship facility. Three beautifully maintained nines wind through acres of nature preserves and lakes. Six sets of tees and ample hazards and bunkers challenge players of all skill levels. Play golf, Sarasota… and play the best. Call 941-496-4653, Ext. 221 to reserve a tee time Take I-75 to exit 193, proceed south on Jacaranda Blvd. To Center Rd., turn right. Go ¾ mile to Horse and Chaise Blvd. turn right. 499 Derbyshire Drive, Venice, Florida 34285       Vital Statistics Meadows Preserve Hatchett Creek Gold 3606 3576 3433 Blue 3350 3285 3192 White 3114 2938 2966 Black 2840 2729 2569 Green 2655 2563 2569 Red 2629 2310 2446 Course Architect: Ted McAnlis PGA General Manager: Tom Weaver PGA Golf Professional: Bill Neal

River Strand Golf & County Club
VIEW VIRTUAL TOUR VISIT THEIR WEBSITE The new 27-hole championship golf course at River Strand, designed by world-renowned architect Arthur Hills, offers a first class golf experience that is challenging for the low handicap golfer yet fair and fun for the high handicap player. The golf course fits harmoniously with the environment featuring holes intertwined with tributaries and estuaries. The Manatee River and its tidal water areas are incorporated into several holes making the course a remarkable and memorable experience. River Strand is meticulously maintained from lush fairways to tour quality tif-eagle greens The practice facility provides the opportunity to practice all aspects of your game. The large driving range, the multi-faceted short game area and putting greens complement the golf course, creating a first class golf facility. Experience the outstanding conditions and superior service of River Strand for yourself! Call 941-708-3617 to reserve a tee time Located 1/2 mile east of I-75 exit 220, left into entrance of Heritage Harbour - then left at 4-way stop. Follow River Heritage Blvd. 1 mile to end. 7155 Grand Estuary Trail, Bradenton, Florida 34212       Vital Statistics   Tributary Estuary Sancturary TEES Par 36 Par 36 Par 36 Gold 3214 3640 3473 Blue 2991 3411 3290 White 2743 3151 3042 Green 2500 2839 2784 Red 2221 2510 2436 Course Architect: Arthur Hills PGA Director of Golf: Wes Miller General Manager: Gordon McIntosh

Riverwood Golf Club
VIEW VIRTUAL TOUR VISIT THEIR WEBSITE Golf Digest rated 4 ½ stars for the past 15 years. Our nationally rated golf course provides superior course conditions, excellent service and outstanding tournament management is our trademark. Nestled among towering pine trees, sparkling lakes, natural preserves and the majestic Myakka River is Riverwood Golf Club’s par-72 championship golf course. With five sets of tees, there is a challenge associated with every hole. Riverwood is home to a superb golf, practice range, and learning center, complemented by a spacious putting green and chipping area. A staff of PGA teaching professionals can help discover the best golfer in you. Call 941-764-6661 to reserve a tee time I-75 to exit 179, Toledo Blade Blvd., head west to SR776, turn right, ahead 3 miles. 4100 Riverwood Drive, Port Charlotte, Florida 33953       Vital Statistics PAR 72 Yards C.R. Slope Black 7004 74.2 137 Blue 6472 71.5 131 White 6034 69.6 124 Gold 5376 66.2 115 Red 4695 68.3 113 Course Architect: Gene Bates General Manager: Mike Burton PGA Golf Professional: Bob Ridge

Sarasota National Golf Club
VISIT THEIR WEBSITE Sarasota National Golf Club is Troon’s latest golf course development located in south Venice, Florida. Opened in 2008, the course has become a fast favorite of players up and down the West Coast of Florida. Sarasota National has earned a strong reputation from players of all levels for its generous fairways, fast undulating greens and natural beauty. The course, which is located only 5 miles from the Gulf of Mexico, boasts mild breezes that make the course play and feel like a links style golf course. The course and development is located on 2200 acres of natural terrain and is intertwined among 350 acres of lakes, pines, oaks and palm trees. Call 941-496-8676 to reserve a tee time Take I-75 to exit 193 - Jacaranda Blvd. for 4 miles to U.S. 41. Take left and Course is approximately 2 miles on right. 2550 National Blvd., Venice, Florida 34293       Vital Statistics PAR 72 Yards C.R. Slope Black 7344 75.2 136 Gold 6559 71.9 129 Silver 6034 69.5 121 W-74.9 130 Jade 5069 W-69.1 117 Course Designer: Gordon Lewis Golf Professional: Mark Trotter

University Park Country Club
VIEW VIRTUAL TOUR SEE HOLE BY HOLE YARDAGE VISIT THEIR WEBSITE Most sought after tee times in town! Rated four stars by Golf Digest since 1996 and Sarasota Magazine’s Best Golf Course for 16 years running, University Park will top your roster of must-play courses! 27 holes of championship golf, a well equipped pro shop, driving range and practice facility, a great new golf academy and casual lakeside dining. Call 941-359-9999 for three day advance tee times Tee times available 7 days per week as early as 7:00 am Located just 1.8 miles west of I-75, exit 213 at 7671 The Park Boulevard, University Park, Florida, 34201       Vital Statistics PAR 72 10+1 10+19 19+1 Diamond 7001 7152 7247 Emerald 6446 6612 6716 Platinum 6095 6223 6174 Ruby 5338 5456 5432 Bronze 4875 4949 4862 Course Architect: Ron Garl General Manager: Laurie Evans PGA Head Pro: Ashley Hayden

The Venetian Golf & River Club
VIEW VIRTUAL TOUR VISIT THEIR WEBSITE Designed by renowned golf course architect Chip Powell, Venetian’s design pays homage to the early masters of golf architecture by presenting players with an abundance of strategic options that test both the mental and physical sides of the wonderful game of golf. This 18-hole, par-72 masterpiece features generous fairways framed with naturallooking mounds, strategically located bunkers and an abundance of grass hollows. Hazards are configured in a manner to make forced carries optional. Venetian features TifEagle® greens and provides players of all abilities with a dynamic golfing experience. Call 941-441-2294 to reserve a tee time Exit 195 (Laurel Road), off I-75, 1 mile east 105 Pesaro Drive, North Venice, Florida 34275       Vital Statistics PAR 72 Yards C.R. Slope I 6931 72.9 127 II 6553 71.1 124 III 6028 68.5 119 IV 5457 71.2 120 V 5038 69.1 115 Course Architect: Chip Powell General Manager: Dan Callendar PGA Golf Pro: Chris Souchak Membership Director: Simone Coseo

Waterlefe Golf & River Club
VIEW VIRTUAL TOUR VISIT THEIR WEBSITE Introducing our fine, quality golf course community and 18-hole luxury golf course at Waterlefe Golf & River Club. Waterlefe’s unrivaled natural setting along the Manatee River is composed of a collection of signature golf holes designed by course architect Ted McAnlis. The competitive layout presents a challenge for golfers of all skill levels. There are five sets of tees ranging in length from 4700 to 6908 yards. Features include five unforgettable holes that touch and border the scenic Manatee River. Additional amenities include an aqua range, practice putting green, full-service pro shop, grille room and beverage cart service. Call 941-744-0393 to reserve a tee time Take I-75 to Exit 220. East to Upper Manatee River Rd. Turn left, Waterlefe is on the left. 1022 Fish Hook Cove, Bradenton, Florida 34212       Vital Statistics PAR 72 Yards C.R. Slope Bobcat 6908 73.8 141 Eagle 6427 71.4 136 Tarpon 5909 69.3 122 Manatee 5449 M65.1 L71.2 103 132 Otter 4770 L68.0 119 Course Architect: Ted McAnlis PGA General Manager: Doug Egly PGA Golf Pro: Steve Dietz