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4.2
170 Reviews (170)
5 Stars
17
4 Stars
65
3 Stars
69
2 Stars
12
1 Stars
7
Conditions
4.2
Value
4.8
Layout
4.3
Friendliness
4.6
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.5
97.3%
Recommend this course
144 out of 170 reviews
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4.4
11 Reviews (11)
5 Stars
5
4 Stars
5
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0
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Conditions
4.4
Value
5.0
Layout
4.4
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.6
StaffFriendliness
4.7
100.0%
Recommend this course
11 out of 11 reviews
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4.4
11 Reviews (11)
5 Stars
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4 Stars
5
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Conditions
4.4
Value
5.0
Layout
4.4
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.6
StaffFriendliness
4.7
100.0%
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11 out of 11 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private/Municipal
Style Links
Par 72
Length 6623 yards
Slope 126
Rating 72.0

Bartow Golf Course is a municipal course that offers an affordable yet challenging round. The course has a classic design with an interesting mix of holes that range from being wide open to narrow and tree lined. The postage-stamp-sized greens demand accuracy and there are also a few strategically placed bunkers lurking along the greensides. Build up your score on the front nine before tackling the tougher back nine. The golf course has enough challenges to keep more advanced players satisfied but it's forgiving enough to appeal to beginners as well. One of the most memorable holes is the par-3 13th. There is a tree that stands right in the middle of the fairway, forcing you to either go over or try to get around and risk going in the sand trap.

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Course Details

Year Built 1919
Greens Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Donald Ross (1926)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Pull-carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

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

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Discover Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes

Food & Beverage

Bar, Grill, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Lounge
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Reviews

4.2
170 Reviews (170)
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Reviews 8
Handicap 15-19
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Previously Played
Average weather
Used cart

The tee boxes were down due to an early morning tournement

I was having a great time although all the tees were removed due to an earlier tourney. When I came around to hole 14, all the sprinklers were on... Come on it was only 3:15p.m. When I shortened my day, and informed the pro shop, they said nothing and continued to sign in the next person. I am just amazed that I golf a few times each week, and rarely do my golf days go without issue. Maybe I have a black cloud over my head. Well regardless, I will keep swinging and simply learn to accept those things that are out of my control. On a good note, considering the lack of rain, the course was in fairly good condition with exceptional fairways...

Conditions Average
Value Fair
Friendliness Fair
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Old style course. Some interesting holes

Sprinklers went off during round on greens and tee boxes during early afternoon

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

We enjoyed are day of player thanks

This course is one of the best for the value that we have found in this area. I booked through Golf Now but for what I was charged by Golf Now which was more than what I paid when I booked the same 18 hole round right in the pro shop so not a great deal. Only complaints is that the dining area closes a 2pm and that is way to soon.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Not really my favorite course.

Considering the time of year and traffic on the course, it is in pretty good shape. All.employees are pleasant and equipment in satisfactory condition. To be quiet frank, I do not care for the built up, domed greens. Better courses do not have this type green on every hole. No doubt I will probably play more golf there anyway.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

Greens were the best we have seen in this area

Exceptional value for your money. Greens and fairways are in great shape. Pin placements made the course that much more difficult. Enjoyed playing here and will be back soon.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Slow play

The corse is in fair condition considering all the play it gets. Unfortunately the play is at a snells pace. I see a lot of five and sixums wich slows the pace as well. I think the ranger could do a better job. Oh wait, I didnt see a Ranger.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Average weather
Used cart

Good Value

We booked an 8:30 tee time and got off right away. The course was in good shape and we got around in 3 hours. We got an excellent rate through GolfNow and look forward to playing the course again.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 74
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Average weather
Used cart

Great Course

Very Friendly Course...wide fairways...the 10th is a challenge I will golf here whenever I get the chance

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 38
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

Green & Tees

Could not spray your ball from the tee, opposite fairway very close possible you might hit some one, Some greens were only about 20 paces apart, putting can be a danger of a miss hit golf ball.
Small greens with undulations, very challenging.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

Friendly staff

Very crowded but once we passed the third hole never waited again. It's a golf course and I love golf, but it would not be in my top ten courses. Had a good time as I always do at golf.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 34
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Not a Fancy Club-but good value

Front nine had small elevated greens. Back nine had larger greens and some water hazards. Many greens well protected by deep bunkers. Also, there were a few hidden bunkers along fairways. Course was not over seeded and dormant Bermuda greens were pretty fast.

Course was over crowded with too many slow groups. They could use a ranger to keep them moving.

Lots of wildlife on course. Highlight was a large group of wild turkeys.

Ate lunch in Mulligans restaurant which had good food.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 62
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

bartow

small greens....but quick.....lined with old tree's......some trouble....but mostly straight up and down......fairways good...really no ruff

Conditions Average
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Bartow Course

This course was in decent shape. The pace of play was a little slow to start with but got better later in the round. The staff were helpful and friendly. My partner and I enjoyed playing this course and will play there again.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 26
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Fun course

Enjoyed a rather fast play for a foursome. Good course for the money

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

H T

The course was in good condition, the staff was somewhat friendly, but we finished around 2:30 and the restaurant was closed

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Used cart

Great course for couples

I hope to play as much golf here. So comfortable, for my wife and I.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Very good course

Nice course, very efficient staff, long, narrow fair ways

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Fairly good

I am sort but because I speake french is compliceted to write in english .But the quality of this course
Was parfect and the price more better

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 11
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Average weather
Used cart

Good course but need to watch five player groups

Overall pleased with course however pace of play slow as two groups of five players in front of us held up.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Oh Ranger

Needs a ranger no less than 4 groups/players just decided to change holes in front or behind us. Needs a ranger.

Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Fairly Easy
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