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4.1
314 Reviews (314)
5 Stars
150
4 Stars
114
3 Stars
34
2 Stars
8
1 Stars
8
Conditions
3.8
Value
3.8
Layout
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
4.0
Amenities
4.1
85.6%
Recommend this course
286 out of 314 reviews
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4.5
2 Reviews (2)
5 Stars
1
4 Stars
1
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.5
Value
5.0
Layout
5.0
Pace
3.0
Amenities
5.0
StaffFriendliness
5.0
100.0%
Recommend this course
2 out of 2 reviews
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3.8
16 Reviews (16)
5 Stars
5
4 Stars
6
3 Stars
3
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
1
Conditions
3.6
Value
3.4
Layout
4.5
Pace
3.8
Amenities
3.9
StaffFriendliness
4.3
81.2%
Recommend this course
13 out of 16 reviews
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Course Highlights
The course layout consistently earns high praise for its challenging yet enjoyable design that draws golfers from across the country. Pro shop staff are notably welcoming and easy online tee time booking makes planning a round straightforward.

About

Holes 18
Type Resort
Par 71
Length 6432 yards
Slope 131
Rating 71.7

Formerly known as The Oaks at Tan-Tar-A Resort and Golf Club.

Designed by Bruce Devlin and Robert Von Hagge, this course features 18 holes of demanding approaches, challenging greens and well-placed hazards amid lakeside beauty. Includes several traps and water, taking golfers on a journey through the surrounding forests, hills and sparkling lake.

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Course Details

Year Built 1969
Fairways Zoysia Grass
Greens Bent Grass
Golf Season February - December
Architect Robert von Hagge (1969) Bruce Devlin (1969)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees

Practice/Instruction

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

Policies

Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code Proper golf attire required.

Food & Beverage

Bar, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Meeting Facilities, Banquet Facilities

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Reviews

4.1
314 Reviews (314)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 10
Course Challenges Include:
Elevation Changes 22
Bunkers 17
Water Hazards 17
This course/club is great for:
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 16
A Weekend Splurge 14
Advanced Golfers 12
This Course's Location is:
At a Resort 21
Worth the Drive 9
Near Local Attractions 8

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Reviews 28
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Fun but demanding course

Beautiful course that’s fun to play. Was in great shape even after all the recent rains, greens were fast and true. Not too many level lies that makes it interesting. Thought it’d be packed on a beautiful day, but we got there an hour early and went straight to the first tee, didn’t see anyone till 16. Not always the case. Worth an occasional hour and half drive to play.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Great condition and set up

Course was difficult on some holes and easier on others, making a good mix of challenges. Place is in great shape and staff was very friendly.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 31
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

Typical Ozarks rolling hills course.

Early morning rain required "cart-path" only, making it a little more challenging locating your ball! A lot of blind shots, but several fun holes!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Great course at the Lake

This course has fantastic holes for both amateurs and experiened players. great views and great value for the money. Well maintained course with a friendly staff!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

The greens were great

The lady and Donnie were great. They have been doing a great job of making sure that the carts are sanitary.i felt secure. I thank you

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 14
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Great Course

I really enjoyed the course especially with the condition of the grass this time of year. I am by no means a great golfer but enjoy my time with it. This is a perfect course for that. It’s challenging but still forgivable. The staff is way beyond friendly. The course wasn’t busy which is great for me as I play by myself and don’t like playing in front or behind people. Definitely worth the price and you can’t beat the scenery. I will continue to play here.

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

Best Greens at Lake

Course is in excellent shape ! Greens are fast and pure best at the Lake.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 25+
Skill Beginner
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart

Great Day of Golf

Got to go out with my father-in-law and brother-in-law while on vacation at Osage Beach. As a beginner who has only played a few times, it was a challenging and beautiful course. For my in-laws, this course was fun to play on and the elevation changes and beautiful hole layouts made for a fun day of golf for us all.

Very reasonable price for this course.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Fun course!!

The course was pretty tight and challenging from the tips. I thoroughly enjoyed playing here today and the staff was great!

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

Ill be back

Great course for the value. Staff was friendly and helpful. I’ll be back again for sure.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

So much fun, but very challenging.

18 holes of beauty, but a tough front 9. A back 8 full of fun and an 18th hole that will make you question why you went out for a round of golf. However, you finish anyway and feel happy regardless.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 22
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Tough But Fun

This course is tough because it is narrow. It’s fun because of the challenge of having to hit a good shot.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 51
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

On the comeback

The Oaks is on the comeback after years of sliding. Hope Jimmy Buffet has a heart for golfers. Course conditions are much improved and the layout has always been good. We had severe slow play ahead of us on the back 9 and that sucked the fun out of the experiment. Pro shop and concession area are much improved. Let’s hope the course gets back to its full potential.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Great for the price

This course is a challenge, with hardly a flat fairway or straight putt, but the grounds were in perfect condition. The greens were extremely fast and the tee boxes and fairways were nice. If you get this on a hot deal, it is hard to beat the bang for your buck. The staff are excellent and even load your clubs for you.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 26
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Worth the money

Nice and fair course, but need some course knowledge to score well.

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