Old Corkscrew GC
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3.6
1907 Reviews (1907)
5 Stars
1187
4 Stars
424
3 Stars
167
2 Stars
76
1 Stars
53
Conditions
3.2
Value
3.1
Layout
4.6
Friendliness
4.4
Pace
4.1
Amenities
3.9
57.4%
Recommend this course
1641 out of 1907 reviews
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Average Rating
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4.6
35 Reviews (35)
5 Stars
28
4 Stars
2
3 Stars
4
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.3
Layout
4.8
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.4
StaffFriendliness
4.7
82.9%
Recommend this course
29 out of 35 reviews
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3.2
158 Reviews (158)
5 Stars
52
4 Stars
14
3 Stars
28
2 Stars
35
1 Stars
29
Conditions
2.7
Value
2.7
Layout
4.6
Pace
3.9
Amenities
3.8
StaffFriendliness
4.3
43.0%
Recommend this course
68 out of 158 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
Teaching Pro Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted Visa, MasterCard, American Express
Metal Spikes Allowed No

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities

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Reviews

3.6
1907 Reviews (1907)

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Reviews 15
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Not recommended

We played this course again after many years. Unfortunately, we were very disappointed. Compared to many other courses we've played in recent weeks, the condition doesn't justify the relatively high price. The greens and bunkers, in particular, are average at best. On the plus side, the surrounding nature is still a plus – no disruptive buildings, no construction noise.

The course remains challenging, and you should choose your tee box carefully. Unfortunately, the course also punishes good shots, which we wouldn't expect from a good golf course, regardless of who designed it.

We were particularly annoyed by the pace of play. We played for almost five hours and had to stop after the 17th hole because it was getting dark. Ahead of us were three flights, each with four young men, who turned the course into a party zone with loud music. No one intervened; no marshal ensured a faster pace or appropriate behavior.

For a golf course that aspires to a high standard, its appearance was absolutely disastrous.

Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

A beautiful course

If you want to enjoy a course with wide expanses, go to Old Corkscrew.. Rarely you get to play a course that is not crowded by houses and instead you get to play amongst the natural landscape of Southwest Florida. Within the last year since played, the greens are now rolling true and the fairways continue to be competitive. The staff is always professional and courteous and even as a guest they make you feel like a member. Kudos to the grounds crew, outside operations, the pro shop, and of course the food and bar staff! Thank you for an unforgettable experience and we look forward to experiencing this all again this Saturday! BBMaybank

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Best public course in the area!

The last time I played here was 2 years ago on our annual Florida golf trip. I must say this is a completely different course than what we first experienced. The conditions are absolutely perfect! You hate to see a beautiful layout in such poor shape which is how it was the last time. But now tee to green everything is pristine and the greens roll so true. Can’t wait for our trip next year because this place is now by far my favorite I’ve played in Florida!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

this course is a "must play it "

Very well kept course, extremely difficult, completely in mother nature, no houses around like at most courses, very friendly manager pro shop,

some of the traps rather unfair...if you hit the trap the slope is down to the wilderness

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
First Time Playing
Windy weather
Used cart

Good layout put poor conditions

Staff wa s extremely friendly. Course had a challenging layout but as a foursome we all agreed that we would not play the course again because of the condition of the course, especially the greens. It was not worth the value for the money.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Great Experience!!

My golf group caught a Hot Deal here before our flight back north. What a day! Course is challenging, but really fun. Fairways and greens were in great shape. The staff was very friendly and welcoming. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a fun day of golf in the Ft Myers/Estero area. Will definitely be back next time!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

As always this time of the year when in Florida, my wife and I had the pleasure of playing a round of Golf at the Old Corkscrew Golf Club in Estero. Once again the experience fully exceeded our expectations, the Course is in impeccable condition and over the last couple of years, small alterations and improvements have added to the professional environment of the course. For us it is our favored course in the South West Florida Region, it is well diversified, quite challenging but always a positive experience when we play it.

The staff always very friendly and Professional which makes the overall environment perfect.

In sum , the Old Corkscrew delivers a premium Golf experience.

Silvio & Prisca from Switzerland

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Overall Amazing

CANT SPEAK ANY MORE GOOD WORDS

Friendly Staff and Beautiful Course.

Not to mention great playing conditions

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Don’t miss playing this course!

I read a lot of mixed reviews before playing this course. I had read the issues with some not in good shape. I could tell you firsthand this course is unbelievably challenging and a lot of fun to play. The greens are in great shape at this time. I’ve played a lot of golf courses from Tampa all the way to Naples. I would recommend this course to anyone that loves a great challenge. It’s definitely one of Jack Nicholas, great designs! Put this one on your list of must play. Can’t wait to play again in the near future. Happy golf and enjoy this great course.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0

Best public course in southwest florida!

Great track!! What a layout. Played old corkscrew in the past and love it more every time. ! It’s a must play.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
1.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Poor
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Corkscrewed

Hey love this course, its going private soon so get your rounds in!!! Greens can be iffy, but the course is a great layout! Staff rocks

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times 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 3
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart

the course layout was brutal with so many blind shots which ended up in water or hazard. kind of stupid.

Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Poor
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Played It Again!

Fantastic layout, greens are now amazing. What a great place to play for under $100! This is becoming my favorite course.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 74
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Top 1000 Contributor
Previously Played

Another great outing

As always corkscrew didn’t let us down, course was a little beat up but we still enjoyed it and it is still one of our favorite courses to play.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 13
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 13
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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