Sweetwater Golf & Country Club

My previous review of 11/10 still accurately describes this latest experience my weekly golf buddy and I had at this course, except for one thing: the clubhouse restaurant. This was another pleasant day on this enjoyable course, and we again stopped for lunch in the clubhouse where, unlike last time, we were waited on immediately. Rose Mary (her name might have been Rose Marie; I can't accurately recall) was most attentive to us and, when we mentioned our lack of service here on 11/10, she was most apologetic as she was not present on that day. The menu is primarily Italian and I had a small calzone that was "small" only in comparison to the medium and large. To say that I was full when I finished it is an understatement, and it was DELICIOUS! The golf was enjoyable, and the lunch was wonderful. All in all, it was a great day.

PS As I mentioned in my previous review, the clientele seems to be notably averse to fixing the ball marks on the greens. Each hole I fixed a couple, but I really didn't have the time opr the inclination to fix 10. This point of golf etiquette should be emphasized to all players, IMO.

My weekly golf buddy and I played this course yesterday for the first time and it was an interesting round. The course is not easy to find and a golfer must get in the security gate first. The LCD panel on the call box has been bleached out by the sun so I simply pushed a few buttons and some kind soul opened the gate for me; my buddy had managed to tailgate a FedEx truck through so this was no issue for him. We got the cart, then had to figure out where the first hole was by following another golfer. The scorecard has no map or diagram of the course so trying to determine the layout was a bit problematic, especially at the turn after 9 which required a bit of street travel. But, let me say, the course architect did his job well, each hole is interestingly laid out. I really liked number 11, a wonderful par 5. The par 4s and 5s seem to have ample driving room but are narrowed further by trees, requiring your tee shot to find the middle of the fairway.

The course conditions are similar to other public courses, well mown but weeds and crabgrass are apparent, even on some greens which also had some evident bare spots. Additionally, it would seem that the others who played before us that morning were notably averse to fixing their ball marks as most greens had some rather obvious fresh marks that were unrepaired. Then again, for $25, I can't complain and I found this course most challenging and enjoyable and am looking forward to playing here again in the near future.

PS Let me mention that, after the round, my buddy and I went to the restaurant in the clubhouse for lunch but sat there for 10 minutes with no service, so we left and went elsewhere. This was a disappointment, but I'll give them another chance next time, maybe.

Maybe this course used to be Orlando’s premier course, but not by today’s standards:

Old gas powered golf carts with no GPS.

Hardly any cart paths.

Few hole to hole directional signs

Pro Shop is a small office area

NO Driving range to loosen up on

My wife said there must be a good comment. - Fairways were well maintained; most greens were well maintained.

Just know this course recently, but enjoyed playing it four times already. Great friendly staff, very accommodating and great foods in the clubhouse. A few greens need tlc.

I like the layout of the course and location of course.

I enjoy the course and the staff is really great. There’s a few holes you can tell they are trying to revive the greens, as soon as those come through that will be really nice.

Course needs to close. Invest 3 million into conditions and reopen. Rat track.

Windy day due to hurricane passing offshore & the first few holes the greens were very patchy. Good news was that after the first few holes the greens improved greatly, particularly on the back nine. It's an interesting layout with a couple of challenging holes due to elevvation changes. Staff were friendly & pace of play was excellent - got the round in under 3 hours.

Nice touch was the rake with each cart which saved you having to find a rake if you happen to go into the bunker. The rake also double up as a handy ball retriever if you find any water & don't want to get too close to the edge!

Remember - the greens improve greatly after the first few holes & you'll enjoy the back nine.

Course is in good shape. Fairways were surprisingly good. Greens were fast but fair. Would like to see cart paths marked better.

Course is being worked on under new management. You can see the improvements and the vision the new owner ship has. A great lay out.

Staff were extra courteous. A lovely clubhouse. We had a few cold ones after the round and a freshly made pizza cooked by jersey Joe himself. I definitely recommend playing the course and enjoy the friendly atmosphere in the clubhouse.

Played the front 9 in 1hr 15 minutes. Fairways are decent, greens roll, but had some bare spots. Typical public course . The front nine was a little confusing. They are changing the layout. Wide open fairways, but lined with trees. Shorter course. Good enough for the money

The greens were surprisingly good, and I started the round with 2 birdies. I had to drive out to the 3rd hole to begin, because their was a 7-some on the first green.

Thunderstorms were unfortunately moving in, so I had to end what was a great round (1 under after 14 holes) early.

Course is dry buts runs fast greens are fine and fringe is growing.