Deer Island CC: #7
A view of the 7th hole at Deer Island Country Club.
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4.5
2819 Reviews (2819)
5 Stars
1793
4 Stars
816
3 Stars
137
2 Stars
50
1 Stars
23
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.6
Layout
4.8
Friendliness
4.7
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.1
93.9%
Recommend this course
2682 out of 2819 reviews
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Average Rating
Avg Rating
4.7
73 Reviews (73)
5 Stars
56
4 Stars
14
3 Stars
2
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.6
Value
4.7
Layout
4.8
Pace
4.7
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.8
95.9%
Recommend this course
70 out of 73 reviews
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Average Rating
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4.4
290 Reviews (290)
5 Stars
178
4 Stars
74
3 Stars
26
2 Stars
7
1 Stars
5
Conditions
4.2
Value
4.5
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.1
StaffFriendliness
4.7
91.0%
Recommend this course
264 out of 290 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 72
Length 6885 yards
Slope 144
Rating 74.0

Formerly known as Deer Island Golf and Lake Club.

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Course Details

Year Built 1994
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Joe Lee (1994)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

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

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code Proper attire is required.

Food & Beverage

Snacks, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Locker Rooms

Available Activities

Swimming

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Reviews

4.5
2819 Reviews (2819)

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Played On
Reviews 17
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Enjoyable day at Deer Island

Really enjoyed the course. Definitely worth the drive to get to it. Nicely laid out course, and greens rolled true. Staff was super friendly. Even saw some gators.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 34
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

What a way to start the year off!

I played there quite a few times and every time I play there I love it just a little bit more!

I had a first class experience from the first time I walked in the door till the time we left!

As always, the course was in great condition the staff were remarkable!

Definitely one of the best Golf experiences around the Orlando area. I don’t think you can go wrong by playing here! And if you do, you’ll probably go back and play again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 01/14/2026:
Thanks for the wonderful feedback! Hearing this makes our day, and we can’t wait to have you back again soon.
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 35
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Hidden Gem

Allow some extra time to get here...once you arrive you will not be disappointed. Only way in is through quite a few residential areas that slows driving speed down. Course is a treat to play. Layout was tough, but fair. Get your "straight" clubs out. Greens were a little slower than what I am used to, but were in good shape and rolled pretty well. Very positive overall impression. If you get the opportunity, I suggest you play here. I drove 45 miles to play here and I'm glad I did!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 01/12/2026:
We’re so glad you had a great experience! Thank you for the support — we’ll be ready to welcome you back for another great round.
Played On
Reviews 10
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

worth thr trip

Deer Island never fails to impress with its beautiful scenic views across the lake, plenty of wildlife and a golf course that has true greens adn tee boxes to suit every type of game. we played on a still calm day but wind can be a real factor to consider on this course.

make the effort and come and enjoy this value for money offer.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 01/09/2026:
Thank you for the great review! We’re thrilled you had a positive experience and look forward to welcoming you back again soon.
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
3.0
First Time Playing

Cool trip to make once

Course is in acceptable condition — not great, but not bad. The staff was friendly and welcoming.

The course is challenging due to the amount of water, and most golfers won’t or shouldn’t be hitting driver on many of the holes, which takes away from the enjoyment of the round.

On a separate note, the on-site Smashburger was probably the worst I’ve ever had, which was disappointing.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 20-24
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Play it!

Beautiful course and views! Watch out for the alligators & water. Worth every dollar.

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

Beautiful! Bring extra balls

Really enjoyed this course, absolutely beautiful and lots of nature. There is literally water on every hole, so be prepared for that- a few shots that I thought were safe turned out to roll into water over a hill etc

Overall had a great day, just lost a few extra balls

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Response from on 12/31/2025:
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.
Played On
Reviews 45
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 46
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times 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 10
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Excellent Value

This course is an excellent layout and is in excellent condition. One green was being worked on and was well on its way to being on par with the others. There is water on virtually every hole, with some great views of Lake Dora. I had such a great time that after the round, I went in and payed for a replay and played another 18. If you are in the Tavares area it is worth a visit.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Response from on 12/19/2025:
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.
Played On
Reviews 11
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Consistantly good

Played this course numerous time and it gets better each time. The signature par 3 is now open but watch for the biggest gator you will see outside of gatorland sunning nearby!

Tees , greens and fairways all excellent. Not a negative thing to say. support this golf club and go and play there,

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 12/15/2025:
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.
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Really fun course

Great layout, good condition. A few of the greens were a little rough but seems like they were working on them. Only critique are the bunkers. Lots of sand in them, on the back there were a bunch of bunkers that were good with totally different sand so maybe they are in process of changing them. Over all full course to play.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 15
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 Good
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Hidden Gem

I live in Kissimmee and came across this course a while back—it’s about an hour away, but I finally decided to give it a shot, and I’m sure glad I did. I’ve now played here four weekends in a row.

The staff is terrific, the layout rivals most high-end courses in Central Florida, and the conditions are consistently strong. They recently opened the signature par 3, and let me tell you—it’ll test even a scratch golfer.

Definitely recommend giving this place a try, no matter the commute. The pictures don’t do it justice.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 12/10/2025:
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.
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Great course

This course never disappoints. Hidden gem. Fairways great. Greats are great. Hole 13 looks great

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 12/08/2025:
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.
Played On
Reviews 48
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 15-19
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
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