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The Preserve Golf Club

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2.5
2170 Reviews (2170)
5 Stars
230
4 Stars
687
3 Stars
499
2 Stars
352
1 Stars
402
Conditions
2.1
Value
3.1
Layout
3.8
Friendliness
4.1
Pace
4.1
Amenities
3.0
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42.6%
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1244 out of 2170 reviews
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2.6
89 Reviews (89)
5 Stars
4
4 Stars
25
3 Stars
18
2 Stars
18
1 Stars
24
Conditions
2.2
Value
3.4
Layout
3.9
Pace
4.2
Amenities
3.2
StaffFriendliness
4.3
50.6%
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45 out of 89 reviews
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2.4
144 Reviews (144)
5 Stars
8
4 Stars
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3 Stars
26
2 Stars
30
1 Stars
52
Conditions
2.0
Value
3.0
Layout
3.7
Pace
4.1
Amenities
3.0
StaffFriendliness
4.1
38.9%
Recommend this course
56 out of 144 reviews
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Course Highlights
This course offers outstanding value with a challenging, tight layout that rewards precise shot-making and strategic thinking. Exceptionally friendly staff and smooth pace of play make each round a genuinely enjoyable experience.

About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 72
Length 7000 yards
Slope 144
Rating 74.6

The Preserve Golf Club at Tara features Ted McAnlis' par 72, championship golf course. Exceptional care was taken to protect and enhance wetlands and other natural features of the course. At just over 7,000 yards, the course offers four sets of tees, allowing players of all skill levels to enjoy a challenging round of golf. Eleven bridges span the many small streams running through the golf course, protecting natural waterfalls and wetland habitats. A unique feature is the 60 foot Mount Matthew, which sits between the driving zones of hole five and six and forms an impressive backdrop for the tee shot. A beautiful clubhouse is open for lunch daily and is perfect for seminars, banquets or receptions.

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Tees
Tee Par Length Rating Slope
Eagle 72 7000 yards 74.6 144
Hawk 72 6500 yards 72.6 129
Heron 72 6005 yards 70.6 119
Oriole 72 5575 yards 68.3 116
Hummingbird 2 72 4870 yards 65.8 113
Hummingbird 1 72 4870 yards 70.2 118
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Scorecard for The Preserve Golf Club At Tara
Metrics:
Hole 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Out 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 In Total
Eagle M: 74.6/144 400 170 440 415 515 380 395 240 580 3535 500 440 155 380 400 410 520 220 440 3465 7000
Hawk M: 72.6/129 365 145 415 390 470 355 365 210 550 3265 470 405 140 360 370 385 490 205 410 3235 6500
Heron M: 70.6/119 330 130 390 350 450 330 340 180 525 3025 440 385 120 315 345 350 460 185 380 2980 6005
Combo M: 68.9/117 330 130 345 340 450 330 340 150 475 2890 440 305 120 315 345 350 430 185 320 2810 5700
Oriole M: 68.3/116 295 130 345 340 440 330 330 150 475 2835 440 305 120 315 310 315 430 185 320 2740 5575
Legacy M: 65.8/113 295 95 345 295 390 245 300 150 475 2590 370 305 100 255 310 315 390 110 320 2475 5065
Hummingbird W: 70.2/118 255 95 265 295 390 245 300 150 445 2440 370 305 100 255 310 270 390 110 320 2430 4870
Forward W: 68.7/115 255 95 265 250 390 245 300 116 382 2298 370 293 100 255 248 270 390 110 275 2311 4609
Handicap 13 17 1 5 7 15 11 9 3 6 2 16 18 14 12 10 8 4
Par 4 3 4 4 5 4 4 3 5 36 5 4 3 4 4 4 5 3 4 36 72
Handicap (W) 7 13 11 3 9 17 5 15 1 2 6 14 16 12 10 4 18 8
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Course Details

Year Built 2001
Greens Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Ted McAnlis

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
GPS Yes
Pull-carts No
Caddies No
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Bunker No
Golf School/Academy Yes
Golf Simulator No
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes
Practice Hole No

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Metal Spikes Allowed No

Food & Beverage

Grill

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities, Locker Rooms
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Reviews

2.5
2170 Reviews (2170)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 22
19th Hole Specials 9
Brunch 6
Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 88
Forced Carries 60
Bunkers 54
This course/club is great for:
Locals 50
Advanced Golfers 43
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 41
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 63
Worth the Drive 25
In the 'Burbs 18

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jrewen
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
2.0
First Time Playing

Poor Conditions

15 of 18 greens under repair. Temporary greens carved into fairway weeds. About 6 holes with no grass in the fairways, either disease or no water. For $30, it’s okay for a beginner. Experienced golfers it’s a let down. Won’t go back

Conditions Poor
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
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Munyrat
Played On
Reviews 22
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

A shame!

It’s a shame that management company can’t get it near right. 3 greens I believe were open. The rest temps! Many on backside are close to being ready for play. Fairways and teeing areas are poor with few exceptions! The layout is quality, the course is terrible and still over priced! Many fond memories there.DISAPPOINTED

Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Joyce5128131
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Getting better

Although the course is still a mess, it is showing signs of improvement. The team is repairing the greens and fairways, and the temporary greens are much better than a month ago. It’s still has a long way to go, but the price was right. If you just want to play a round of golf in a beautiful setting, give it a try. The team is obviously trying to repair it. Watch out for fire ants!

Conditions Poor
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
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p58dIez2XfIRMqVuomO7
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Love The Preserve

Very nice people, lots of wildlife and not too crowded. We love it there

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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chwoodson
Played On
Reviews 30
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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CdX7MRQmqJfuFgeatHam
Played On
Reviews 3
1.0
Previously Played

Laughable

I don’t think they have access to lawnmowers or grass seed. Course is a total loss wouldn’t play it if they paid me. Voted one of the worst courses in the country for a reason.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Fair
Pace Excellent
Amenities Poor
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u314162730316
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Fair
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
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dvezina
Played On
Reviews 13
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
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u010065321
Played On
Reviews 46
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Not ready for prime time

The greens are still not ready for any serious play. It was a frustrating day trying to put on the temporary greens. The traps were in good shape but the fairways less than average conditions compared to other area courses, I will wait until the green upgrade is complete before playing this course again.

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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tjmri
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Tempory greens

Too many temporary greens. They do not control tee times. No starter. Free for all. Pace of play. Super slow that day.

Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Excellent
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John8052271
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Temporary greens on 16 holes

Not good temporary greens on 16 holes fairways no so good either. Course needs a toal revamp

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Fair
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Fair
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Robigutz
Played On
Reviews 11
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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u314161165749
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
1.0
First Time Playing

Horrible condition

Tee boxes are bare, temporary greens made in the fairways not much better. No way you could seriously play this course in the shape it’s in. I quit after 8 holes. Don’t waste the fuel to drive there or the hot deals money to play it.

Sometimes you drive an hour to go try out a new golf course. And sometimes you learn you don’t ever wanna play there again.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Poor
Friendliness Fair
Amenities Poor
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pauldowns780
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Only two green’s operable.

This course should be closed. It is the worst course I ever played on. Fairways are a disaster and greens all under repair except two. I’m surprised that Golf Now is offering this course to its customers!

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
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Sollecito
Played On
Reviews 1
1.0
First Time Playing

13 temporary greens!

Course is a beautiful tract, winding its way around a nature preserve beautifully. Great layout. Course was broken down, 13 temporary greens! Crying shame!

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
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EddieEnriquez
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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slahurd
Played On
Reviews 12
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
2.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Poor
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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u000004970731
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Preserve

All greens are temporary and the course is in horrible condition. A cow pasture!

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Poor
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Fair
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SalvatoreM
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Cold weather
Used cart
Conditions Fair
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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u314163909066
Played On
Reviews 16
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Fair
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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