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Cove Cay Golf Club

2612 Cove Cay Dr, Clearwater, Florida 33760, Pinellas County
(727) 535-1406
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About

Cove Cay Golf Club is located along the shores of Tampa Bay, offering scenic views and abundant wildlife. Water is a prominent feature on the golf course, coming into play on 12 holes. The course is tight with narrow, tree-lined fairways and several tricky dogleg holes. In addition to all of the water hazards, there are also deep bunkers lining the greensides. At 6,100 yards, it is not a long course by any means but what it lacks in length it makes up for in shot-making challenges. Thanks to its length though, it can usually be played in under four hours. The layout features a diverse set of hazards that will require the use of every club in your bag. Cove Cay Golf Club's signature hole is the par-5 17th. This dramatic hole runs alongside the bay, making accuracy a necessity in order to reach the small peninsula green.

Holes 18
Par 70
Length 6101 yds
Rating 75.6
Slope 143
Type Semi-Private
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Course Details

Rentals & Services

Golf Carts Yes - included in green fees
Golf Clubs

Practice & Instruction

Driving Range
Bunker
Golf School Academy Yes - "Shriver Golf Academy"
Teaching Pro
Pitching & Chipping Area
Putting Green

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard Welcomed
Metal Spikes

Food & Beverage

Snacks
Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse

Available Sports

Tennis
Year Built 1972
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect(s) David Wallace (1972)
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3.8
3.8 out of 5 stars, based on 1667 reviews
75.4%
Recommend
1667
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  • 3 Stars
  • 2 Stars
  • 1 Stars
  • Conditions
    3.5
  • Value
    3.5
  • Layout
    4.1
  • Friendliness
    4.2
  • Pace
    3.7
  • Amenities
    3.7
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Course Highlights
Cove Cay's layout winds through condos and along Tampa Bay, delivering scenic, challenging holes that consistently earn high praise. Friendly staff, smooth pace of play, and affordable rates make this a well-rounded value.

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Golfers Often Mention

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 51
19th Hole Scenic Views 33
19th Hole Specials 17
Course Challenges:
Water Hazards 91
Bunkers 74
Narrow Fairways 49
Best For:
Locals 54
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 43
Seniors 40
Location is:
Convenient to the City 85
Near the Airport 28
Near Local Attractions 19

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Golfer Reviews

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dnick
Reviews 4
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Recommend

Decent driving range & practice areas. Good value for bucket of practice balls too. Very short course for a long hitter but course conditions were good. Staff friendly & professional.

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Pace 2.0
Amenities 4.0
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dnick
Reviews 4
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Overcrowded and Overused

Greens are in very poor condition, if there is a such a thing as overuse then this would apply to this course.

Starter was not the friendliest. First impressions go a long way.

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 2.0
Value 3.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 4.0
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u4453826
Reviews 6
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 3.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 3.0
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Gh05st10
Reviews 6
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Decent for what it’s worth

Played with a member. Decent course for the price, definitely needs a little work to be able to justify the price to play there. Layout was mostly 45-60 degree dog legs. Very short course but definitely challenging if you find trouble. Would definitely play again but the price for the round doesn’t seem too appealing to play multiple times.

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 3.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 3.0
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u314162000387
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Played
First Time Playing
1.0
1.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 1.0
Value 1.0
Layout 1.0
Friendliness 1.0
Pace 1.0
Amenities 1.0
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u314162000387
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
1.0
1.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 1.0
Value 1.0
Layout 1.0
Friendliness 1.0
Pace 1.0
Amenities 1.0
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mtnsedona
T O P 1000
Reviews 87
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Cove Cay

We have played here a lot over the years. Is hand's down the best shape I have ever seen the fairways and greens in.

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Top 1000 Contributor
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
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Commented on 01/04/2022

That's kind of you to notice our efforts. More improvements to come!

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u000006469238
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
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Commented on 01/04/2022

Thanks so much!

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Keithbutz229
Reviews 6
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Perfect weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Difficulty 3.0
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Commented on 01/04/2022

Thanks Keith!

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ScottASikorski
Reviews 4
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played

Excellent Value

While parts of the course are pretty beat up, my son and I had a perfectly enjoyable round. We hope to be able to return soon. The key attraction for us was the interesting layout and good pace. The fact that we each shot pretty well may have bolstered our esteem for the course!

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 2.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 3.0
Difficulty 3.0
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Commented on 01/04/2022

Hi Scott! So glad that you and your son had fun and played pretty well. If your game hadn't been good we likely would have gotten a 4-star!

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u314159857573
Reviews 55
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

BIG IMPROVEMENTS

COURSE WAS IN VERY GOOD CONDITION, THEY HAVE REALLY MADE IMPROVEMENTS IN ALL AREAS OF THE COURSE. GREENS, FAIRWAYS ETC, COUPLE OF TEE BOXES JUST NEED A LITTLTE TLC YET.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 3.0
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Commented on 01/04/2022

More improvements to come! Thanks so much!

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u401005855
Reviews 3
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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Commented on 01/04/2022

What could we have done better to earn a higher rating?

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u9680216
Reviews 32
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
First Time Playing
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 3.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 2.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 2.0
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Commented on 01/04/2022

Can you let us know why just the 3-star? Thanks.

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stevepeter3
Reviews 7
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Nice layout

Course was nice. A great value. Carts were a disaster!!!

Verified Purchaser
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 3.0
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u000007711307
Reviews 6
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 1.0
Amenities 4.0
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u890133627
Reviews 21
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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u2095904
Review 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 2.0
Amenities 5.0
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SandbaggerAA
Reviews 2
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 3.0
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SandbaggerAA
Reviews 2
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 3.0
Difficulty 3.0
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stevebails
Reviews 11
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
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