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2.5
2167 Reviews (2167)
5 Stars
229
4 Stars
687
3 Stars
499
2 Stars
350
1 Stars
402
Conditions
2.1
Value
3.1
Layout
3.8
Friendliness
4.1
Pace
4.1
Amenities
3.0
42.4%
Recommend this course
1243 out of 2167 reviews
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2.6
90 Reviews (90)
5 Stars
3
4 Stars
25
3 Stars
19
2 Stars
18
1 Stars
25
Conditions
2.2
Value
3.4
Layout
3.9
Pace
4.2
Amenities
3.1
StaffFriendliness
4.2
48.9%
Recommend this course
44 out of 90 reviews
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2.4
149 Reviews (149)
5 Stars
7
4 Stars
32
3 Stars
28
2 Stars
28
1 Stars
54
Conditions
2.0
Value
3.1
Layout
3.7
Pace
4.1
Amenities
2.9
StaffFriendliness
4.1
40.9%
Recommend this course
61 out of 149 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 139
Rating 73.0

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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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
2167 Reviews (2167)

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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Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

good price terrible greens

the greens were terrible, have never played on a course like that. wILL NEVER PLAY again, and canceled a reservation that i had in the near future.

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Rough condition

Green had cabbage patches everywhere ball bounces cant putt and tee boxes were in rough shape the layout is great this course has so much potential but wont be back until it’s maintained

Conditions Poor
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Fair
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

WOW this course is in bad shape

I have played this course many years ago and recalled it favorably. In my opinion, it is a shell of his former self. The greens had weeds growing in them and the grass in the fairway was sparse. when I pulled in, I wondered why the parking lot was so empty on a Friday

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Fair
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

good price terrible greens

would not play again and in fact canceled a future outing for 2

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 229
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Top 100 Contributor
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Course in terrible shape!

Course in terrible shape! The only thing good about round was golf cart and seeing alligator. I hope it gets better!

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
2.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

First time there and conditions were terrible BUT

So the conditions were poor at best but this course is trying to rebuild after last years hurricane damaged the course badly. Right now $25 a round is ok. Cool course otherwise. Lots of water, gators and very nice staff

Conditions Poor
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Terrible

Quite frankly the worst conditioned course I have played on in 35 years of golf. Greens, fairways, tee boxes all in terrible shape, this course is not being maintained!

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Course Conditions

Love the layout and distance. However, some the greens were downright awful (some were almost pure dirt and crabgrass) and some of the holes had all 5 sets of tees on one box…making it challenging for women / seniors and a joke for those who usually play from the tips. Staff was very friendly, but the track needs attention ASAP.

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 16
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Lots of potential! Needs a makeover

I suspect that this course was something at one point but it's heading in the wrong direction

May need new capital...

The layout and overall design - could be awesome!

Until they see an investment - I'm unlikely to return

Conditions Poor
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
1.0
First Time Playing

Course sucks

The course is not made for average golfers with the layout. The greens are all messed up and are very difficult to putt on. There is many blind shots leading to the green. Was very disappointed with how the course was maintained.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Poor
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
1.0
First Time Playing

The Preserve at Tera Golf Course

The course was in very bad shape. Disappointed in how the course was maintained. Maybe blind shots from fescue/trees covering looks to the green.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Poor
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 55
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Course very neglected

We used to play this course regularly but haven’t played for a while we were very disappointed as the tee boxes were over grown the greens were terrible full of weeds & bare patches. Paths & bridges in need of repair.

Very sad to see the course in such disrepair will give this course a miss in the future until it receives better reviews.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 15
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Good course and getting better

They are working on the tee boxes and some of the greens are pretty bad. Still found the round to be fun and the challenge was appropriate for a beginner golfer like me.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Disappointing

Course layout is fun, unfortunately, the course is by far the worst condition course I had ever played in my 40 years of playing golf.

Conditions Poor
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 149
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 250 Contributor
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Not for the week of heart

This is it difficult course to play, you must choose the correct tees for your ability. A lot of blind shots, a lot of shots over obstruction either bushes or water. It is however a fun course. The only problem with it right now are that the greens need a lot of work. The guys are out there doing the work trying to get it up to shape it might be a while but the price is perfect. If you're a below average golfer bring a lot of balls.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 6
1.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 5
1.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
1.0
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart

Not worth playing

The course wa in terrible shape from tee to green Not worth playing

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Poor
Friendliness Poor
Pace Poor
Amenities Poor
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 12
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Fair
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
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