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The Preserve Golf Club

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2.5
2178 Reviews (2178)
5 Stars
230
4 Stars
691
3 Stars
502
2 Stars
352
1 Stars
403
Conditions
2.1
Value
3.1
Layout
3.8
Friendliness
4.1
Pace
4.1
Amenities
3.0
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40.9%
Recommend this course
1247 out of 2178 reviews
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2.7
90 Reviews (90)
5 Stars
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4 Stars
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3 Stars
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1 Stars
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Conditions
2.3
Value
3.4
Layout
4.0
Pace
4.2
Amenities
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4.3
50.0%
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45 out of 90 reviews
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2.5
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4 Stars
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Conditions
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Value
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Layout
3.8
Pace
4.1
Amenities
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StaffFriendliness
4.2
42.3%
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52 out of 123 reviews
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Course Highlights
This course offers outstanding value with a challenging, tight layout that rewards precise shot-making and strategic thinking. Exceptionally friendly staff and smooth pace of play make each round a genuinely enjoyable experience.

About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 72
Length 7000 yards
Slope 144
Rating 74.6

The Preserve Golf Club at Tara features Ted McAnlis' par 72, championship golf course. Exceptional care was taken to protect and enhance wetlands and other natural features of the course. At just over 7,000 yards, the course offers four sets of tees, allowing players of all skill levels to enjoy a challenging round of golf. Eleven bridges span the many small streams running through the golf course, protecting natural waterfalls and wetland habitats. A unique feature is the 60 foot Mount Matthew, which sits between the driving zones of hole five and six and forms an impressive backdrop for the tee shot. A beautiful clubhouse is open for lunch daily and is perfect for seminars, banquets or receptions.

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Tees
Tee Par Length Rating Slope
Eagle 72 7000 yards 74.6 144
Hawk 72 6500 yards 72.6 129
Heron 72 6005 yards 70.6 119
Oriole 72 5575 yards 68.3 116
Hummingbird 2 72 4870 yards 65.8 113
Hummingbird 1 72 4870 yards 70.2 118
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Scorecard for The Preserve Golf Club At Tara
Metrics:
Hole 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Out 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 In Total
Eagle M: 74.6/144 400 170 440 415 515 380 395 240 580 3535 500 440 155 380 400 410 520 220 440 3465 7000
Hawk M: 72.6/129 365 145 415 390 470 355 365 210 550 3265 470 405 140 360 370 385 490 205 410 3235 6500
Heron M: 70.6/119 330 130 390 350 450 330 340 180 525 3025 440 385 120 315 345 350 460 185 380 2980 6005
Combo M: 68.9/117 330 130 345 340 450 330 340 150 475 2890 440 305 120 315 345 350 430 185 320 2810 5700
Oriole M: 68.3/116 295 130 345 340 440 330 330 150 475 2835 440 305 120 315 310 315 430 185 320 2740 5575
Legacy M: 65.8/113 295 95 345 295 390 245 300 150 475 2590 370 305 100 255 310 315 390 110 320 2475 5065
Hummingbird W: 70.2/118 255 95 265 295 390 245 300 150 445 2440 370 305 100 255 310 270 390 110 320 2430 4870
Forward W: 68.7/115 255 95 265 250 390 245 300 116 382 2298 370 293 100 255 248 270 390 110 275 2311 4609
Handicap 13 17 1 5 7 15 11 9 3 6 2 16 18 14 12 10 8 4
Par 4 3 4 4 5 4 4 3 5 36 5 4 3 4 4 4 5 3 4 36 72
Handicap (W) 7 13 11 3 9 17 5 15 1 2 6 14 16 12 10 4 18 8
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Course Details

Year Built 2001
Greens Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Ted McAnlis

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
GPS Yes
Pull-carts No
Caddies No
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Bunker No
Golf School/Academy Yes
Golf Simulator No
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes
Practice Hole No

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Metal Spikes Allowed No

Food & Beverage

Grill

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities, Locker Rooms
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Reviews

2.5
2178 Reviews (2178)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 22
19th Hole Specials 9
Brunch 6
Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 88
Forced Carries 60
Bunkers 54
This course/club is great for:
Locals 50
Advanced Golfers 43
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 41
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 63
Worth the Drive 25
In the 'Burbs 18

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KyCpsDnD6FB6yRiPIuGM
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Reviews 9
2.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Layout Fair
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
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u000005144346
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
First Time Playing

Could be a great course

The front and back nines should be reversed. The front nine was rough and discouraging. The back nine was like a different course. It had better greens and layout. The safe was friendly and helpful. Not a fancy course but an okay course for the money.

Conditions Fair
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
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johnpaine
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Reviews 55
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
2.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
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u608593192
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Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
2.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Poor
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Poor
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johnpaine
Played On
Reviews 55
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
2.0
First Time Playing

May have been good in the past

Course has not been well-maintained. Tee boxes had little grass, lots of weeds and bare ground. Greens had been mowed and rolled but we're not in good condition.

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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ctlindsey5341
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Previously Played
Conditions Fair
Value Poor
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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hslf7rPH6MctcuDDq3Gq
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Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
1.0
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First Time Playing

Needs TLC

Nice course layout only BIG PROBLEM was the greens. Front nine horrible then some of the greens on the back nine were better.

Conditions Poor
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
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miami20
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Reviews 137
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
1.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
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u770256915
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Reviews 1
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1.0
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Previously Played
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
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miami20
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Reviews 137
Skill Intermediate
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1.0
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Previously Played

What a shame

20 years ago this was a nice course.. Today this golf course should be taken off line from Golf Now and Tee Off. What a disaster. It has turned into a disgrace from what it was in tthe pass. I live In Bradenton and play most of the courses in the area. Save your money and play a one of the country courses if you want to save a buck.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
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patticakes
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Reviews 24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
2.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
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MaryAnn2294687
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Reviews 2
1.0
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First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Moderate
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u314159785215
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Reviews 5
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Great people

Beautiful course. Greens need some work, but overall had a great time.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Jerzy1
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Reviews 42
3.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
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u314161874513
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Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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kelleymiller
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Reviews 229
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Top 100 Contributor
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Previously Played

Course is getting green

Course needs a little TLC but greens are finally getting hair on them. Alligators and all other animals happy go lucky on this obstacle course, come try for yourself!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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uVHWY8439VH
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Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
4.0
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Disappointed in shape of course

Course not in good shape. Fairways are not good grass. Some places sand and weeds. Greens in terrible shape. Maybe by next year, with some work, it will be better.

Conditions Fair
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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davidj205
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Reviews 4
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
1.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Fair
Pace Average
Amenities Poor
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Salsacharlie
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Reviews 1
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Tough shape

From tee to green the front nine is in terrible condition with weeds or bare dirt showing in a many places. Greens were lumpy, holey and in need of mowing. Back nine was slightly better. The staff was super friendly bit we were very disappointed in the course. I called for a refund and was promised it would be cared for. But I have heard nothing in 24 hours.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
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Jerzy1
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Reviews 42
I Recommend This Course
3.0
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Conditions Poor
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
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