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Saltleaf Golf Preserve - The Preserve

4.6
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Saltleaf Golf Preserve - The Preserve
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4.6
556 Reviews (556)
5 Stars
377
4 Stars
128
3 Stars
38
2 Stars
9
1 Stars
4
Conditions
4.7
Value
4.1
Layout
4.5
Friendliness
4.8
Pace
4.6
Amenities
4.4
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91.7%
Recommend this course
501 out of 556 reviews
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4.6
111 Reviews (111)
5 Stars
83
4 Stars
20
3 Stars
6
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.8
Value
4.1
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.6
Amenities
4.4
StaffFriendliness
4.8
91.9%
Recommend this course
102 out of 111 reviews
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4.7
145 Reviews (145)
5 Stars
113
4 Stars
23
3 Stars
7
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.8
Value
4.2
Layout
4.5
Pace
4.6
Amenities
4.4
StaffFriendliness
4.8
93.1%
Recommend this course
135 out of 145 reviews
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Course Highlights
Saltleaf's fast, firm greens and manicured fairways consistently rank among the best-conditioned public courses in the area. The welcoming staff, from bag drop to starter, deliver an exceptionally hospitable experience that keeps golfers returning.

About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 72
Length 7075 yards
Slope 126
Rating 72.8

Formerly known as Raptor Bay Golf Club.

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Saltleaf Golf Preserve - The Preserve (18 Hole Championship Course)
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Tees
Tee Par Length Rating Slope
Black 72 7075 yards 72.8 126
Black/Blue 72 6630 yards 70.7 122
Blue (W) 72 6317 yards 74.6 130
Blue 72 6317 yards 69.3 119
Blue/White 72 6002 yards 67.5 110
Blue/White (W) 72 6002 yards 72.7 126
White 72 5564 yards 65.2 106
White (W) 72 5564 yards 70.2 119
White/Gold 72 5161 yards 63.5 102
White/Gold (W) 72 5161 yards 67.7 112
Gold 72 4770 yards 61.7 97
Gold (W) 72 4770 yards 65.4 105
Track Rounds
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Scorecard for Saltleaf Golf Preserve
Metrics:
Hole 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Out 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 In Total
Black M: 72.8/126 403 356 609 447 155 471 529 157 411 3538 197 296 435 415 588 155 428 560 463 3537 7075
Black/Blue M: 70.7/122 331 356 609 406 155 408 487 136 411 3299 197 296 375 415 533 155 382 560 418 3331 6630
Blue M: 69.3/119 W: 74.6/130 331 326 537 406 145 408 487 136 373 3149 174 258 375 384 533 131 382 513 418 3168 6317
Blue/White M: 67.5/110 W: 72.7/126 331 326 537 364 131 355 487 126 333 2990 147 258 326 337 500 131 382 513 418 3012 6002
White M: 65.2/106 W: 70.2/119 257 285 480 364 131 355 463 126 333 2794 147 225 326 337 500 112 327 475 321 2770 5564
White/Gold M: 63.5/102 W: 67.7/112 257 242 480 272 131 293 407 96 333 2511 120 225 276 337 500 91 327 475 299 2650 5161
Gold M: 61.7/97 W: 65.4/105 208 242 419 272 110 293 407 96 286 2333 120 197 276 294 449 91 279 432 299 2437 4770
Handicap 1 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 17 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18
Par 4 4 5 4 3 4 5 3 4 36 3 4 4 4 5 3 4 5 4 36 72

Course Details

Year Built 2022
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Raymond Floyd (2001) Raymond Floyd (2022)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
GPS Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

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

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted Visa, American Express, MasterCard
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code Proper attire is required. Cut-offs and T-shirts are prohibited anywhere on the premises.

Food & Beverage

Bar, Grill, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities, Locker Rooms

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4.6
556 Reviews (556)

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Holeinone65
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Hidden Gem

Very nice course! This is a hidden gem in this price range in southwest Florida . Played 18 in 3 hours and 15 minutes. Would recommend, especially if you can get a deal on GN.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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u182992246
Played On
Reviews 5
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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nivelaxe
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
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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u314165796719
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Challenging course - not worth the money

Salt Leaf is a challenging course.

The course is well maintained but not a beautiful golf course that you would expect when you are paying $200 +

for the round.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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Mmyron
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
4.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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gHsYsRz7DZIvRHXuEkiq
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Amazing day at The Leaf

From the staff to the course, everything was world class. Really enjoyed the course layout, the food and drinks, and hospitality. Definitely will return.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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u314161176616
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Reviews 4
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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Mkleckner
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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ga1827386316
Played On
Reviews 13
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Saltleaf

Course in good shape. A couple quirky homes but overall very nice. All high end carts and friendly staff. We basically had the course to ourselves on a Weds at Noon.

Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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u000001007752
Played On
Reviews 34
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Nice course -

First time playing, it was nice and in good shape but the price for 18 is far too high. The staff is great but I would agree with other reviews over the lack of practice facilities.

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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bc2858
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Pace Excellent
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27wFACwlOkUh0HoGcj01
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
Perfect weather
Used cart

Superb setting

The course layout within the nature preserve was beautiful. Wish we had arrived earlier than we did to spend more time in the complimentary range. All of the employees were fabulous. They were gracious, informative and helpful. The greens were tough because they were fast, but they were fair… it was just us!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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uvonkameke
Played On
Reviews 36
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
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mikemckerlie
Played On
Reviews 19
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Wet weather
Used cart

Rain was not our friend

Played the front nine only due to intermittent rain. Fairways are hard and allow plenty of roll. Greens are fast and run true. Lots of water to avoid but no sandtraps - just hardpack waster bunkers - Like Tiburon.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
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uvonkameke
Played On
Reviews 36
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
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u000007810065
Played On
Reviews 7
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
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u000008017333
Played On
Reviews 10
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Caryhart1
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Resort course

They have cut everything back on this course from Raptor Bay days. No bunkers. Only waste areas. Greens were fast. Confusing layout now. Preferred Raptor Bay.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Fair
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Fairly Easy
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u00000437923
Played On
Reviews 16
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

78 yr od 14 hc player

I am 78. Do not hit the ball far. So take my comments accordingly. Played it twice. First time sand on greens and too quick. But Nice layout. Greens not 78 year old 14 handicap amateur friendly a little quick. Second time no sand but still quick. Course needs water and needs to mature.

Only negative -practice range off of artificial and a net at say 100 yards with really no intermediate yardage green for warm up / practice.

Would place it again if below $200 / in season.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Tkq4XQ3hMENPqBlIAxnT
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great track!

The course was in great shape and the employees were awesome. Highly recommended this course.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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