Deer Island CC: #7
A view of the 7th hole at Deer Island Country Club.
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4.5
2860 Reviews (2860)
5 Stars
1827
4 Stars
821
3 Stars
138
2 Stars
51
1 Stars
23
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.6
Layout
4.8
Friendliness
4.7
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.1
93.0%
Recommend this course
2721 out of 2860 reviews
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4.7
81 Reviews (81)
5 Stars
64
4 Stars
14
3 Stars
2
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.6
Value
4.8
Layout
4.8
Pace
4.7
Amenities
4.3
StaffFriendliness
4.8
96.3%
Recommend this course
78 out of 81 reviews
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Average Rating
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4.4
255 Reviews (255)
5 Stars
158
4 Stars
62
3 Stars
23
2 Stars
8
1 Stars
4
Conditions
4.2
Value
4.5
Layout
4.8
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.1
StaffFriendliness
4.7
91.0%
Recommend this course
232 out of 255 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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4.5
2860 Reviews (2860)

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Reviews 2
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 29
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Wet weather
Used cart

Unfortunately rain

The golf course is in very good condition. Everything is great, as always.

Unfortunately, it started raining after 9 holes and we had to stop.

But we'll be happy to come back.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 59
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times 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 10
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great Experience

The golf course was in great condition and the scenery is second to none. The layout and natural habitat provided a memorable experience for my wife and I! I’ve never seen so many gators on a course! In addition, the staff was super friendly and helpful. My new favorite course!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 11
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 146
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 21
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Another hidden gem

Found Deer Island a fee years back on a golf trip with friends, looking for something different from the local Orlando courses. Its a great track with lots of water and challenging approach shots.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 02/25/2026:
We truly appreciate the five-star rating! It’s great to hear you enjoyed your visit — we’ll keep working hard to make every experience just as memorable.
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Very good course

The course is in excellent condition. The par 3 over the water with the new stone wall is a gem. The greens roll well and in excellent shape. The only improvement would be to have ball washers.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Response from on 02/25/2026:
We truly appreciate the five-star rating! It’s great to hear you enjoyed your visit — we’ll keep working hard to make every experience just as memorable.
Played On
Reviews 192
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Top 100 Contributor
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Excellent. Just excellent! All of it.

Conditions were great. I got a deal online but the regular rates are fair. The layout is incredible. Lots of water, many bunkers, but plenty of room to avoid both. Looked forward to every hole… lots of fun.

Pro shop and starter were very friendly and helpful. Cart girl was available and very nice.

Pace was okay. Given the quality and value of this course their tee sheet should be full… they deserve to be. Given the amount of water/sand on the course, no one is playing a quick round there. Enjoy the bald eagles and the gators… quit looking at your watch and appreciate the day.

Range is nice, but get early as it is a bit of a drive away in a golf cart. Fantastic egg/bacon/cheese sandwich at the turn.

If/when I’m back in the area this will be the first place I look to play again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 10
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Amazing!

Greens and fairways excellent condition. All staff extremely polite and professional. Wildlife sightings a plus. Would recommend this course all day long.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Response from on 02/25/2026:
Thanks for the wonderful feedback! Hearing this makes our day, and we can’t wait to have you back again soon.
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Excellent experience

The course was in great condition and you could tell that they were trying to upgrade the course and clubhouse. Furthermore, the staff from the inside to the starter were excellent. Great overall experience!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 02/25/2026:
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 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 48
Handicap 15-19
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Hidden Gem

Discovered Deer Island a few years ago and return a few times every year.

With numerous water hazards and traps; it is a real challenge.

Not in great condition because of the recent cold spell and drought.

Still worth the experience every time.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 53
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Deer Island

Other courses in the area are slipping. But Deer Island is in good shape. The frost and drought has hurt the course but it is still very good

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Response from on 02/20/2026:
We truly appreciate the five-star rating! It’s great to hear you enjoyed your visit — we’ll keep working hard to make every experience just as memorable.
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Good condition

Good condition for February

Started 15 minutes late for a 9:30 tee time but otherwise good

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Played On
Reviews 86
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 1000 Contributor
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Outstanding Course!

Course was in excellent shape, played it under 4 hours, people there are very friendly, highly recommended playing it. It is worth the drive.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 02/18/2026:
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 35
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Windy weather
Used cart

Great course

I highly recommend this course. Every hole has some kinda of water on it. Lost a few balls but really enjoyed the course. Greens & fairways were green in good condition. I will pay it a again before going backup north.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Response from on 02/18/2026:
We truly appreciate the five-star rating! It’s great to hear you enjoyed your visit — we’ll keep working hard to make every experience just as memorable.
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Deer Island

We’ve played this course on previous trips to GL. It’s a good layout. The greens were not in satisfactory condition. Two of them were terrible and most others were not smooth due to a foreign patchy grass growing higher than the underlying Bermuda. We were disappointed.

Conditions Fair
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Response from on 02/16/2026:
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We understand this visit didn’t fully meet expectations and will use your comments to continue improving. We hope to provide a better experience next time.
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