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4.5
556 Reviews (556)
5 Stars
321
4 Stars
176
3 Stars
38
2 Stars
12
1 Stars
9
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.1
Layout
4.7
Friendliness
4.6
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.3
90.0%
Recommend this course
510 out of 556 reviews
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4.5
8 Reviews (8)
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Conditions
4.5
Value
4.1
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.6
Amenities
3.7
StaffFriendliness
4.8
87.5%
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4.5
21 Reviews (21)
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3 Stars
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Conditions
4.4
Value
4.3
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.6
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.7
90.5%
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Course Highlights
Lake Jovita's South Course features a highly regarded layout with rolling hills, challenging greens, and aesthetics that consistently impress visiting golfers. Friendly staff, smooth pace of play, and well-maintained conditions make this a standout semi-private experience in the Tampa Bay area.

About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 72
Length 7153 yards
Slope 135
Rating 74.2

Although it is tucked away among rolling green hills and mature oaks, Lake Jovita Country Golf & Country Club is conveniently less than 30 minutes north of Tampa. The club offers two championship golf courses, the North and the South. The South Course, the original track at Lake Jovita, has a more traditional design than the other course. It features generous fairways and velvety-smooth greens. The layout weaves through lakes and ponds that into play on several holes. The course was built to fully utilize the hilly terrain, incorporating a variety of elevation changes throughout. The par-5 11th hole even features a 94-foot drop from tee to green, which is the largest natural elevation change in the entire state. It is one of Florida's "must-play" courses

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Course Details

Year Built 1999
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens TifEagle Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Tom Lehman (1999) Kurt Sandness (1999)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

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

Policies

Metal Spikes Allowed No
Fivesomes Allowed No
Dress code Collared shirt, slacks or shorts (walking short length) are preferred: work-out shorts or denim are not allowed.

Food & Beverage

Snacks, Restaurant, Beverage Carts

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities

Available Activities

Swimming, Billiards

Available Sports

Fitness

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Reviews

4.5
556 Reviews (556)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 8
Course Challenges Include:
Elevation Changes 18
Forced Carries 18
Undulating Greens 18
This course/club is great for:
Advanced Golfers 15
Playing Multiple Courses 11
A Weekend Splurge 8
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 17
In the 'Burbs 11

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Played On
Reviews 11
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Not up to their usual standards

I've played this course many times and the conditioning wasn't up to par. Greens were spectacular but fairways were kind of sparse and many tee boxes overgrown. Still, its always the us open qualifying course it always was.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Response from on 11/29/2017:
Thank you for the 4-star review! Hope to see you back here soon! The greens at Lake Jovita are really rolling nice!
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Good local course and value

Course is still a good value although the general conditions seem to be slipping some over the years.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 11/27/2017:
Thank you for the 4-star review! Please come back and visit Lake Jovita sometime soon!
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Amazing

Great course, great staff. Perfect greens. I will be playing again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 11/27/2017:
Thank you for the 5-star review. Glad you enjoyed everything at Lake Jovita! Hope to see you soon.
Played On
Reviews 11
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Frustration

We travelled 40 miles to play this course even though we were told that it would be slow, that was an understatement! 3hours 40 mins to play 13 holes and we gave up. For the first 6 holes there was no one behind us but we were always on the tee at the same time as the group in front. From then on there were three groups on each tee waiting. From what I could see there were people on the course that couldn't hit the ball more than 80 yards and only in Army style. It's a real pity but we won't be going back.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 11/15/2017:
Thank you for playing Lake Jovita, sorry your round was a little backed up. We urge you to please give us another shot! Hope to see you soon!
Played On
Reviews 150
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 250 Contributor
Previously Played
Cold weather
Used cart

Beautiful fast Greens

The course was in nice shape as expected. Greens were quick but true. Biggest difficulty is remembering where to leave your tee shot. Once out of position or in the rough, its basically a one shot penalty.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Response from on 11/02/2017:
Thank you for the kind words and the 5-star review! Please come back and visit us soon! For a chance to win a FREE Scotty Cameron Putter. Please visit the link below: https://twitter.com/LakeJovitaGolf/status/913135892247842816
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Awesome

The course is presteen beautiful fare ways greens are smooth as ice when you get the feel birdies are douable.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Response from on 11/02/2017:
For a chance to win a FREE Scotty Cameron Putter, please visit the link below: https://twitter.com/LakeJovitaGolf/status/913135892247842816
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Response from on 10/18/2017:
Thank you for the 4-star review! Hope to see you soon!
Played On
Reviews 9
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Wet weather
Used cart

Starter/Members with an attitude

I have played here before and never had complaints. However last Saturday was different. We were the first one the play and they didn't let us go even 5 minutes ahead of the time (I got it). This was Starters attitude when asked him question (Didn't you hear me what just I said?). He paired us with a twosome who were late for their round on North course and won't let them play on north. Then the member stuff, OMG. we were 4 and they were 3, not even on a single hole they catch with us they called for ranger because they had to wait few minutes. Not only that, couple of time the almost hit us and didn't wait for us to finish. After 9 holes we let them go (waited 10 minutes so they can finish) and only then we found out they called ranger. I am not playing there again. I drove 50 minutes in the morning to have good time on a nice course. its not worth with this attitude for me.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Fair
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Response from on 09/06/2017:
Thanks for your review! We apologize that you did not enjoy your round with us. We're sorry that our staff did not provide you with the customer service that we strive to provide all of our guests. We will make sure to use your review to help us improve. We hope you will give us another try in the future!
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Lake Jovita

Course was in great shap, price was right, very challenging greens.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 08/30/2017:
We're pleased that our course conditions met your expectations and that you enjoyed the challenge of our course. We look forward to having you back soon!
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 08/08/2017:
We will address the conditions of the tee boxes, we thank you for bringing that to our attention. We're so glad you loved the course layout! See you back soon.
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Lake Jovita-South

First time on the course, WOW! The Pro Shop Staff and the Starter (Larry) were extremely friendly! The young lady running the drink cart seemed to know when we needed resupplied. They made us feel like regulars. The course was in great shape. Greens were firm and rolling; fairways were green and the conditions were just spot on. It was wonderful to play a course with some elevation and contours in it. We are looking forward to our next round at LJ. Thanks.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 05/22/2017:
We are looking forward to your return, we're so happy to hear you loved the course and the staff made your experience the best it could have been!
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Needs some love.

Course is great as usual but fairways have more than usual bare spots. Probably due to lack of rain.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 05/09/2017:
The lack of rain has had some effect on the course but we have our fingers crossed for a little more moisture in the air soon. We are working diligently to ensure the best possible conditions otherwise. Glad you enjoyed your round!
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Best lay out in the area

Beautiful course! Need a ranger to keep things moving. 5 hour round.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Poor
Amenities Good
Response from on 05/08/2017:
We understand the pace of play may not have been ideal and we will address this at the course, you must have caught us on an off-time. We are so glad you loved the course and the scenery!
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart

Tee time communication from Golf Now

When I arrived at the course, they did NOT have my tee time on their schedule. Some failure to communicate between Golf Now and the course. I showed them your confirmation "E" mail and they were very accommodating to fit us in.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 05/08/2017:
We're sorry to hear you had some mix up at the course on your round. Shouldn't happen again, we have fixed the problem, glad you were accomodated seamlessly!
Played On
Reviews 9
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart

Lake Jovita North

The course was pretty firm in spite of some recent rains. The gusty wind made the course more challenging. The greens are rolling well. They're not as fast as they once were, but greens that are rolling close to 12 definitely slow down the pace of play. The pace of play was good.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 05/08/2017:
We're so glad you loved the course and the challenge! Come back and see us again soon!
Played On
Reviews 85
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 500 Contributor
First Time Playing

Excellent Course

Course is in very good condition from tee to green given the recent dry weather. Layout is challenging with many elevation changes. Only downside was snack bar was closed at noon due to rain in the morning which led to no one on the course in the afternoon.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Poor
Response from on 05/04/2017:
Great to hear you loved the challenge and the layout made it an interesting round for you!
Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great course

Elevation changes like I've never seen in Florida. Above average size greens that are medium speed, roll true and break like they read. 6 sets of tees for every level. I would using the handicap suggestion for tees. Great value. Won't find a better course for the money in central Florida. Also, make sure your bunker play is up to par before playing here as there are lots of them in play.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Response from on 04/11/2017:
Great! So glad you loved the elevation changes and saw good value playing at Lake Jovita, we can't wait to see you back again in the near future.
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

South course

Course was awesome! Got a hot deal on golf now, $35 greens fee with cart. Course in immaculate condition & would highly recommend! Saw the beverage cart very often! Only complaint..could use more restrooms but I think same could be said of all courses!! I judge a place by wanting to go back, & I definitely would play another round there!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Response from on 04/06/2017:
Awesome! Thanks so much for coming out to enjoy the south course, glad you got a great deal online. Thanks so much for the recommendation too!
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Beautiful layout

The round of golf and staff at this semi private club was very enjoyable. The South coarse is much more visually predictable than the North when playing either of these coarses for the first time. Entire facility in beautiful condition!

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 03/30/2017:
Happy to hear you loved the layout and the course itself! Come back and see us real soon.
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Response from on 03/06/2017:
Great! We appreciate you taking the time to rate our course!
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