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4.0
1940 Reviews (1940)
5 Stars
1202
4 Stars
434
3 Stars
171
2 Stars
78
1 Stars
55
Conditions
3.6
Value
3.5
Layout
4.6
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.0
69.1%
Recommend this course
1665 out of 1940 reviews
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4.0
33 Reviews (33)
5 Stars
15
4 Stars
10
3 Stars
4
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
2
Conditions
3.6
Value
3.5
Layout
4.5
Pace
3.9
Amenities
3.8
StaffFriendliness
4.5
72.7%
Recommend this course
24 out of 33 reviews
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4.3
68 Reviews (68)
5 Stars
43
4 Stars
12
3 Stars
8
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
3
Conditions
4.0
Value
3.9
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.1
StaffFriendliness
4.6
77.9%
Recommend this course
53 out of 68 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type Private
Par 72
Length 7393 yards
Slope 153
Rating 77.6

Carved from forests of towering oaks and pines, Old Corkscrew Golf Club exhibits all of the superior characteristics that define Nicklaus Signature courses. The absence of houses around the golf course adds to the secluded and peaceful feel that is provided by the dense thickets of trees that surround it. Jack Nicklaus himself was a prominent presence throughout every phase of the course's construction, incorporating well balanced holes that vary in direction, look, and feel. Proper club selection will be greatly rewarded on this golf course. The fast-paced, undulating greens sit up to 20 feet above the lush, rolling fairways, which can create some tricky pin placements if you're not careful. Old Corkscrew Golf Club's fairways are rather generous, but they are framed by carefully sculpted bunkers. Several large ponds come into play on nearly every hole and there are also numerous sand traps strategically placed along the greensides.

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Course Details

Year Built 2007
Golf Season Year round
Architect Jack Nicklaus (2007)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fee
GPS Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes - "David Leadbetter Golf Academy"
Teaching Pro Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted Visa, MasterCard, American Express
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code Appropriate golf attire.

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities

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Reviews

4.0
1940 Reviews (1940)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 72
Patio Dining 49
Brunch 25
Course Challenges Include:
Undulating Greens 162
Water Hazards 158
Bunkers 154
This course/club is great for:
Advanced Golfers 160
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 121
A Bucket list/Top 100 Pick 81
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 144
Near the Airport 66
Convenient to the City 37

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Reviews 1
Handicap 0-4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart

Disgraceful greens

I love this course, the layout is great, but unfortunately the greens were a disgrace and this wasn’t mentioned when we arrived at the course.

Worst greens I have played on all year.

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Great Course

This was the third time I have played this course. The greens were in need of some TLC and the course was in multiple places COMPLETELY under water due to the storm. This isnt a hit on the course because that's out of their control but just be aware that there are additional "lakes" that use to be sand traps but now are ground under repair until the water drains

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
1.0
Previously Played

Hurricane damage

I have played Old Corkscrew many times during the past 15 years and I have never seen it in such poor shape. Staff should stop play and care for the greens, fairways and bunkers. The damage the course suffered during Helene and Milton is evident. The worst part is the greens. Municipal courses are in much better shape than this course that used to be a gem. Do not waste your money. I sincerely hope that the management and owners put pride on the product before profit. What a disappointing Sunday it was.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Bad course

Very hard, very wet, built in a swamp,They lost all their greens and forget putting on them.very difficult layout and I’m a 14,I would not recommend this course and we were never notified that they lost their greens I would not play this course for $40.00 never mind $129.00

Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Poor
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 11
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 65
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 1000 Contributor
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart

The greens here were in horrible shape. I really wish someone would alert us when the greens have been aerated. Even on golf now we paid too much. I will not return

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart

Wide Fairways

Although there are waste-like areas throughout the course there is very little of what I would term "rough". Fairways are wide and then there is a second cut then the waste areas. If you're hitting relatively straight, you'll almost always have a good lie for your next shot.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Previously Played

Greens Not Good

Played Old Corkscrew multiple times over the years and the greens were the worst they have ever been. A third of the greens were almost unplayable. Some sort of a disease or course management issue. Some of the greens had patchwork repairs and areas of no grass. What was frustrating, I called prior to booking and asked when they were aerrified and what condition they were. Was told they were aerified but it great condition. I beg to differ. Not worth $97.50 to play. If the greens are in bad shape discount the price or close the course and fix them. I would be okay if I only paid $45, the true value. We won't be back until the greens are in a acceptable playing condition.

Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 17
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great place

When you come in to play golf on this course, be prepared to leave it all out there. Your ball striking, your putting, and even your eyesight is going to be tested by the beauty and layout of of course. A couple of greens with a little bit of issues, but nothing major overall. I 100% enjoyed playing in this golf course.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Challenging, Scenic course is a “must play” in Fort Myers

Beautiful property and a staff that enhances the experience. This course is true to golf in more aspects then just the game. The greens and course was under some maintenance but was still very playable. We will be back to try conquering again. Thanks Old Corkscrew and thanks to the Hoffman Family for all the wonderful things you bring to SWFL.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 17
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Jack's spot!!

Loved the layout, very challenging and beautiful. Played the day of a sfpga tournament, which was awesome. Did not try the food, other than the best hotdog I have personally ever had. This course is a must see and the hot dog a must on the turn!!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 33
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Just finished course maintenance

Played day after they finished course maintenance, but course played well, they are working on the greens

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Great Nicklaus Course. Conditions could be better.

Great course and great layout. Also very good staff. Always welcoming. Greens need much attention. Many bunkers need literally tons of sand added each as some are unplayable. If you get a good score at this difficult layout, it's a real accomplishment.

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Give it some time

This course is in pitiful shape. The greens are unplayable and the course should be shut

For a period of time until the greens return. Old Corkscrew was an unbelievable course at one time but no longer. Don’t waste your money.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Incredible course

Such an incredible course worth every penny. Unfortunately the greens were sanded which I came to understand is common this time of year. If it weren’t for sanded greens it is 100% a must play course. I will for sure be back.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 22
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart

a must do!

It`s all in one: challenge, scenery, jungle, wildlife, layout, welcoming, history, best fairways I`ve played in this area - can`t wait to come back!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once 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
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