Deer Island CC: #7
A view of the 7th hole at Deer Island Country Club.
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4.5
2798 Reviews (2798)
5 Stars
1777
4 Stars
812
3 Stars
136
2 Stars
50
1 Stars
23
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.6
Layout
4.8
Friendliness
4.7
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.1
94.1%
Recommend this course
2662 out of 2798 reviews
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Average Rating
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4.7
92 Reviews (92)
5 Stars
66
4 Stars
22
3 Stars
3
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.5
Value
4.7
Layout
4.8
Pace
4.7
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.8
96.7%
Recommend this course
89 out of 92 reviews
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4.5
340 Reviews (340)
5 Stars
221
4 Stars
77
3 Stars
29
2 Stars
8
1 Stars
5
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.5
Layout
4.8
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.1
StaffFriendliness
4.7
92.1%
Recommend this course
313 out of 340 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
2798 Reviews (2798)

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Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Great Course!

Always a challenging round out at Deer Island. Bring a few extra balls as this one wants to eat them up in the water. Good day - Only downfall was we had a very slow group in front of us from 12-18 and it really slowed it down and ruined the pace of play. The greens are also sanded so it makes putting very difficult to read.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great course

Truly enjoyed it, but not the 44 dollar service charge for 6 players with Golf Now. Just removed app. Will call myself next time

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 16
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Very Nice

Have been in Florida for a month and have played ten rounds, This is the best value I have played. A must play.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 72
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 1000 Contributor
Previously Played

Great layout

Great layout with lots of water. Strategy is a key. One par 3is under construction as Milton took the retaining wall out. At least they are dealing with it. Greens were a touch slow but fairways full. For the dollar it is the best course in the area

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 11
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 10
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
2.0
First Time Playing

Signature Par 3 Under Construction

Should have been a decent course… but

Signature Par 3 hole under construction since hurricane and a useless temporary green in play. Sand traps in poor shape. Slow play .. had to wait every hole. A lot of the greens in rough shape. Would be a nice course if these items were not an issue.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Fair
Response from on 04/02/2025:
Thank you for posting a review. We’re sorry it didn’t fully meet expectations and appreciate knowing where we can improve. We value every opportunity to enhance our offerings and hope to do better next time.
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 16
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart

Great Course

Very surprised at the condition, fifth course in March played and the best shape.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Breens

Greens in terrible shape. Covered in weeds. Not mowed or rolled. Might as well put on the fairway. The greens are the most part of the course.

Conditions Poor
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Response from on 04/02/2025:
Thank you for the feedback. We aim to offer a quality experience and regret falling short. Your input helps us identify specific areas that need attention, and we hope to welcome you back in the future.
Played On
Reviews 57
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

TOUGH

This wonderful gem will challenge every part of your game. Water and bunkers guard all but two holes with extreme prejudice. If that not enough the green will test what ever is left of your game. I really loved the challenge Deer Island presented, and the wildlife was amazing and plentiful.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 03/31/2025:
Thank you for the glowing review. We’re delighted you had a fantastic time here and will keep working to provide outstanding experiences for all our guests.
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Played On
Reviews 6
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 46
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart

Surprised

We discovered Deer Island a few years ago.

Challenging layout but fair.

Some local knowledge required to enjoy it to it's fullest so; advise playing it a couple of times to learn where the problems are.

Was surprised by the course condition.

Has always been pristine condition but this time the greens were in bad shape and fairways spotty.

Hope this condition is temporary

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 12
Handicap 15-19
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Course is in great condition for this time of year in Florida

Excellent experience with perfect weather and great conditions. Will definitely play again. Lots of water so bring extra golf balls..

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 03/31/2025:
Thank you for the wonderful five-star review! It’s fantastic to hear you had a great experience, and we can’t wait to welcome you back for another memorable round.
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Excellent course

On the return list every year

Well worth the drive

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Response from on 03/28/2025:
Thanks for the five-star rating. We’re thrilled you enjoyed your visit and appreciate your support. Our team looks forward to delivering the same level of excellence next time.
Played On
Reviews 10
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great layout. Questionable greens

Have played a few times and the layout and challenges are top notch. However some of the greens were very rough with weeds while others barely had grass on them. Hopefully they will heal.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Water everywhere

The course with the best conditions we played so far in March. Teeboxes had grass, fairway also.

Greens hard and very fast, but good playable.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart

Great Course

This is my favorite course in the Central Florida area. The course is beautiful and in great condition. The price of this course is second to none. Greens are firm and fast. You are sure to see wild life during your round.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 03/26/2025:
Thank you for the wonderful five-star review! It’s fantastic to hear you had a great experience, and we can’t wait to welcome you back for another memorable round.
Played On
Reviews 14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Needs work

Deer Island is one of my favorite courses to play but apparently one of the hurricanes caused quite a bit of damage earlier this year. The greed are being infested with poa annua grass so they are bumpy in spots. One of the greens has collapsed into the pond that guards it as a result of the flooding from the hurricanes so there is a temporary green in use on that hole. Regardless of the problems I would still recommend first time visitors to play the course because the layout is great.

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