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Highlands Reserve Golf Club

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Value
4.2
Layout
4.3
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
4.3
Amenities
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4.3
128 Reviews (128)
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4.4
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4.6
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About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 72
Length 6702 yards
Slope 120
Rating 71.6

Mike Dasher's Highlands Reserve (opened 1998) is suggestive and irresistible. The course sits on the edge of a long sand shelf called the Green Swamp Ridge near the town of Davenport, spanning 120 feet from top to bottom. Dasher's holes fairly dance around it, two-stepping from a high point at the first green all the way to the low basin of the 13th fairway.

You will find pine tree-lined fairways reminiscent of the Carolinas, open spacious fairways likened to the great Scottish courses, and a bit of old Florida with citrus trees along the countryside.

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Tees
Tee Par Length Rating Slope
Black 72 6702 yards 71.6 120
White 72 6152 yards 69.0 117
Gold 72 5675 yards 66.9 113
Jade 72 4532 yards 61.6 101
Track Rounds
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Scorecard for CLOSED
Metrics:
Hole 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Out 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 In Total
Black M: 71.6/120 387 398 365 192 413 225 408 507 515 3410 417 307 188 476 419 417 401 160 507 3292 6702
White M: 69.0/117 370 353 307 175 334 187 368 488 505 3087 375 285 167 456 397 380 380 140 485 3065 6152
Gold M: 66.9/113 305 321 290 159 273 160 348 449 489 2794 348 270 155 436 380 360 358 117 457 2881 5675
Jade W: 69.8/126 244 262 226 134 204 120 272 408 429 2299 277 242 102 385 300 270 212 65 380 2233 4532
Handicap 15 9 3 17 5 11 1 13 7 6 14 16 12 2 4 8 18 10
Par 4 4 4 3 4 3 4 5 5 36 4 4 3 5 4 4 4 3 5 36 72

Course Details

Year Built 1998
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Diamond Zoysia
Golf Season Year round
Architect Mike Dasher (1998) Chris Gray (2013)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

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

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code No Denim, Collared Shirt Required

Food & Beverage

Snacks, Restaurant, Beverage Carts

Available Facilities

Clubhouse

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xh4q3drs9zwCBmfkMYtk
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Previously Played

Not worth the money

65-75 dollars for this course is outrageous. You can play ChampionsGate Country Club for 45 right now and it's in much better condition and the carts have gps-Providence Country Club also offers a much better value. This course is worth 40 max, it's a decent value at that price.

Conditions Average
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Fair
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abar9503
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
1.0
Previously Played

Avoid this dumpster fire.

It’s prime season in Florida and this course is a dump. Full of weeds and dead grass. Greens very slow too.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Poor
Pace Excellent
Response from on 11/03/2025:
Thanks for taking the time to leave a review. We’re sorry to hear your experience wasn’t what it should have been. Your feedback is important, and we’re working to make things better.
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u507855527
Played On
Reviews 52
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Good
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ianstrain
Played On
Reviews 9
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Previously Played

Disappointed

I’ve played here for years as a snowbird. I was disappointed in the course condition. Greens are very difficult bro read.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Average
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
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Lintz122
Played On
Reviews 10
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Great course

I always enjoy playing this course. Lots of elevation changes. Greens are in great shape. I’d definitely recommend it, and I’ll definitely play it again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Response from on 10/22/2025:
We really appreciate the five-star rating! It’s great to know you enjoyed your visit — we’ll keep working to make every experience just as good.
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gregiannone
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
1.0
First Time Playing

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I was in town for a work conference and was excited to play this course. I had played at Southern Dunes the day before and was so impressed with the golf course, the amenities and the friendly staff..

It was quite the opposite at Highlands Reserve. The course was not in good shape. The fairways and collars around the greens were ratty and unappealing. I kept looking for the ground under repair marks- it was that bad. At the turn the food staff was very slow and then said the cc machine was down, so it was cash only. One of my playing partners noted that she ultimately gave away food to the guy in front of him in line. This delay caused us to be delayed teeing off on #10.

All in all, it was not worth playing here. I will not be back and will gladly pay the extra $20 to play Southern Dunes again rather than play here again.

Conditions Fair
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Poor
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Response from on 10/17/2025:
We truly regret that your visit didn’t go as expected. We're reviewing your concerns and will use this to improve. We appreciate your honesty and hope to serve you better in the future.
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u000002133482
Played On
Reviews 22
Handicap 0-4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
1.0
Previously Played

Poor shape

Pretty disappointed with this course. For what they charge, the conditions were nowhere near worth it — fairways & t-boxes were rough and thin with lack of grass and several bunkers looked like they hadn’t been touched in weeks. The greens were decent but hairy. I saw the good reviews and figured I’d give it a try, but honestly, I’m not sure what those people were thinking. Definitely not worth it.

Conditions Fair
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Response from on 10/17/2025:
Thanks for taking the time to leave a review. We’re sorry to hear your experience wasn’t what it should have been. Your feedback is important, and we’re working to make things better.
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u037303572
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Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
2.0
Previously Played

Poor conditions

I am blown away with the reviews as the course was in poor conditions. I chose to come back based on the reviews and was disappointed. The greens were ok but the fairways had little grass to no grass with lots of weeds. I played Southern Dunes the day before and it was in immaculate condition for $20.00 more. I was embarrassed as I brought clients here.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Poor
Pace Average
Amenities Fair
Response from on 10/17/2025:
Thank you for sharing your thoughts. We understand this visit didn’t meet expectations and will use your comments to make improvements. We hope your next visit is more enjoyable.
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u000002133482
Played On
Reviews 22
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Previously Played

Mediocre conditions

Played this course a year ago and it was in good condition from tee to green. Played last week and the greens were fine, a little hairy but the fairways didn’t have much grass. Each time your ball would hit the fairway it had mud on it. Once you get off the fairways then it’s real bad with weeds. Reason we played it again is because of the reviews which not sure why they say it’s in great condition as it’s definitely not. Even the guys in my group were saying we won’t play here again. Also not worth the price of $60.

Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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PaulSturgess
Played On
Reviews 48
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Always a friendly welcome

Happy to play here every time. The welcome is always friendly, like you’re part of the family and the course is always well looked after

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Amenities Good
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Dennis6286391
Played On
Reviews 54
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Great Course

Love this course. From the layout to conditions to staff, it’s a must play.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 10/03/2025:
We’re thrilled you had such a great experience! Thanks for the support — we’ll be here ready to welcome you back for another great round.
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Dennis6286391
Played On
Reviews 54
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Great Course!!

Love everything about this course. Conditions, layout, staff. A fun course to play..

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 10/03/2025:
We’re thrilled you had such a great experience! Thanks for the support — we’ll be here ready to welcome you back for another great round.
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PaulSturgess
Played On
Reviews 48
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

We love Highlands

Always a pleasure to play Highlands. A good challenge for all standards

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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170759bp
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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u000007579298
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Hidden Gem

Greens were awesome, tee boxes could use some work.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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Grimshawc
Played On
Reviews 28
Handicap 20-24
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Highlands Reserve

Worth playing when in the area. Cost effective, the team are welcoming, the course is good

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Ramon3551888
Played On
Reviews 18
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

THEY ALLOW GROUPS OF 5 TO PLAY

LETTING TEAMS OF 5 IS NOT ADEQUATE FOR THE PACE OF THE GAME

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
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tigers83
Played On
Reviews 35
Handicap 20-24
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Excellent Track

I live in Apopka and Highlands Reserve is definitely worth the trip. Very friendly staff. Challenging course but fair. Course in good shape.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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u292793914
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Great course! Staff was very friendly!

We enjoyed playing this course. It had some tricky spots, but not too difficult. Very well laid out. The staff working the course and pro shop were awesome. Super friendly, went above and beyond to make sure everything went great.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Response from on 09/10/2025:
Thanks for the glowing feedback! It’s always a pleasure hearing that guests had a fantastic time. Hope to see you again soon!
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u314163086857
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Highlands Reserve

We were recommended this course with playing partners from a previous round on our holiday and we weren't disappointed.

Starting with the friendly greetings from Gordon and Sue we had a great round of golf.

Course was very well kept and possibly the best condition of the 5 courses we have played on this vacation to date.

Greens were great.

Highly recommended.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Response from on 09/10/2025:
Thank you for the awesome review! We're so glad to hear you had a great experience and look forward to having you back again.
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