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4.2
3892 Reviews (3892)
5 Stars
1114
4 Stars
1806
3 Stars
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2 Stars
224
1 Stars
143
Conditions
4.0
Value
4.3
Layout
4.3
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
4.3
Amenities
3.7
89.5%
Recommend this course
3285 out of 3892 reviews
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4.3
3 Reviews (3)
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1
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Conditions
4.0
Value
4.0
Layout
4.0
Pace
3.7
Amenities
3.0
StaffFriendliness
3.7
100.0%
Recommend this course
3 out of 3 reviews
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4.3
125 Reviews (125)
5 Stars
60
4 Stars
53
3 Stars
8
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
3
Conditions
4.2
Value
4.5
Layout
4.5
Pace
4.4
Amenities
3.8
StaffFriendliness
4.6
92.0%
Recommend this course
115 out of 125 reviews
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Course Highlights
Exceptionally friendly staff and a well-designed layout make this Orlando course a consistent favorite among returning players. The course drains remarkably well in summer, delivering reliable conditions and strong value throughout the year.

About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 72
Length 6633 yards
Slope 123
Rating 71.9

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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Course Details

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

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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Reviews

4.2
3892 Reviews (3892)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 75
Brunch 20
Patio Dining 19
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 159
Undulating Greens 132
Elevation Changes 130
This course/club is great for:
Locals 132
Seniors 107
Advanced Golfers 78
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 102
Near Local Attractions 93
Convenient to the City 73

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Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Good Value.

Course conditions were not as good as top end courses but the value for money was pretty good. Greens a little slow and some rough patches, tres a little shaggy. But the staff and starter were super friendly. Pace of play was ok, but we were a twosome behind a slower group so waited a fair bit. It’s not that i don’t recommend it - it’s a fun round on a pretty easy course for a fair price. But it’s not likely to come to mind when making recommendations to others unless budget was their main priority.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Course to ourselves…..

Absolute delight to play here. No issues at all & staff very friendly. Greens simply outstanding but people need to repair their pitch marks! Takes a minute to do this but what a difference that can make.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Decent track

Solid course. Slow but good greens. Always seems to be pretty consistent. Decent value for the money.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Well kept course and an amazing staff!

The greens were as advertised.. my daughter and I had a great time and were free to play at our own pace. The entire staff was welcoming and friendly.. headed back again before we leave!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 22
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart

Great course for the money

Played on Saturday at 8:15. We were waiting on almost every shot, but th round took four hours, The course is in very good condition. Pretty straightforward layout, but the size of the greens, placement of the bunkers, and alignment of the trees create some challenge. For the price, I would definitely recommend

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 13
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Crazy change!

This course used to be my home course about 2 years ago. It was a beat-up course that I could play for cheap and had an open layout so I wouldn't have tons of hazards to mess with; Well this course dramatically improved; The management did such a great job on rebuilding... my oh my the greens!! How did they go from bunker greens to nice true soft greens? I have no idea how they kept the greens so nice in the Florida heat without any shade covering them. Great job management, sucks I moved an hour away but worth the drive. Shot an 81 and yes I might of 3 putt an 15 ft eagle attempt. Don't let these greens fool you. They roll true.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Good for price

Nice course. Greens a bit on the slower side. Seemed to be a little over booked or running behind as we waited on almost shot. That would be the only real complaint. Layout was fun and the condition was good.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
First Time Playing

It’s ok if you’re tight on funds or time

The staff at the course were very friendly and warm. It’s clear to me that the course is making an effort with new green. However, the greens are very very slow and non receptive to wedges and irons. Still working through aeration and overall rolling of the greens. This course has a lot of potential, but I’d pass it by for another year at least. .

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 47
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Staff lowers the rating

It’s in good shape but the staff are way too strict to where you feel you’re being watched. Greens are immaculate with little break.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Fair
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Great course - outstanding greens.

We’ve played this course for the last 15 years and the greens are simply the best they’ve ever been. The work over last year to replace the turf has been well worth the effort & massive compliments to everyone involved in that process. Only issue was the length of time it would have taken us to complete 18 holes - probably getting close to 4 & 1/2 hours…eventually gave up at the 13th. Tip = play in the afternoon when the course is a lot quieter.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 3
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 22
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Great Value Elevated layout

Great course for the price. Greens were the best we played this week. Tee boxes could be better and some of the fringe areas were beat up. Interesting Hilly layout gave you something yo think about especially on a breezy Morning. Pace of play was under 3 1/2 Hours

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 15
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 6
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

A must play!

Love the openness of the course and how well the greens and fairways were maintained. Can’t speak enough about how beautiful the course layout is. Definitely coming back again!! Staff was great and they make sure pace is kept!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 17
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Is in really good shape

We played yesterday, we were 12 and we have a great time. Greens are in great shape as well as the course. The staff at the pro shop and in the cafeteria were very nice, professional, attentive and courteous. We played in 4 hours. No beverage cart in the course but you can stop in the clubhouse prior the back nines. Ranger checking out pace of play in a very respectful and friendly manner. Love the course, no water hazards. Give them a try, won't regret it.

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

Amazing time playing Highlands! The course was in great condition from the tee box to the fairways to the green! The staff was very friendly and accommodating. Best course overall I’ve played all year. Already booked my round for next week.

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