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2.4
2160 Reviews (2160)
5 Stars
229
4 Stars
686
3 Stars
497
2 Stars
347
1 Stars
401
Conditions
2.1
Value
3.1
Layout
3.7
Friendliness
4.0
Pace
4.0
Amenities
2.9
41.5%
Recommend this course
1240 out of 2160 reviews
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2.6
89 Reviews (89)
5 Stars
4
4 Stars
25
3 Stars
17
2 Stars
17
1 Stars
26
Conditions
2.3
Value
3.4
Layout
3.8
Pace
4.2
Amenities
3.1
StaffFriendliness
4.2
48.3%
Recommend this course
43 out of 89 reviews
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2.4
147 Reviews (147)
5 Stars
7
4 Stars
32
3 Stars
27
2 Stars
26
1 Stars
55
Conditions
2.0
Value
3.1
Layout
3.7
Pace
4.1
Amenities
2.9
StaffFriendliness
4.1
40.8%
Recommend this course
60 out of 147 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

2.4
2160 Reviews (2160)

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 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Great potential

Amazing staff and a beautiful layout. They are putting a lot of work into the course. looking forward to see where it goes!

Conditions Fair
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
1.0
First Time Playing

I now know why it’s rated low

First I thought hey low ratings let’s give it a try anyway. The day before I received an update they were aerating so we could only play 9 holes and play it twice for 18. We decided that was fine since it’s our daughter’s first time out to play. I confirmed our tee time at that point. Then once we drive the 45 mins to the course the doors to the pro shop are closed there is not ash employee in sight. At 9am the time of our tee time I get an email that says they canceled due to weather. Great first experience for our daughters who want to get into golf.

Played On
Reviews 1
Plays Once a week
1.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Poor
Friendliness Poor
Pace Excellent
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 20
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart

Nice layout

The greens are not in good shape but are playable. The course itself is beautiful, manicured and many holes visually stunning!

The attendants are really friendly and helpful.

they even throw in a full buffet with the incredibly low greens fee,

Give it a chance, rate it youself.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
2.0
Previously Played

Terrible condition

Father’s Day , had a 4sum . It had rained the night before so the course was expected to be wet .. but we were shocked . There was standing water more than ankle deep on multiple holes and not just a puddle .. across the whole fairway. The greens, well I wouldn’t call them greens at all. Most of them didn’t even have the grass which made very very bumpy putts . Some of the holes weren’t even on the green, but rather placed in the fairway in front of the green which you couldn’t putt worth a crap on . This course needs some big improvement.

Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 233
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 50 Contributor
Previously Played

Bradenton Golf

Returned mainly for the buffet which was absolutely excellent and also they gave away free towels very nice…Course greens were in a little better condition and some temporary greens were put in since Monday but they didn’t tell us. Also instead of telling slow group in front of us to speed up they kept harassing us about slow play as some type of outing was being held and they wanted us to go back and start at 10. We eventually passed the slow group in front of us and finished the round and made it to the buffet which was just as good as it was Monday….They have some work to be done but they are getting there.

Conditions Poor
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
1.0
Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Poor
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 85
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 1000 Contributor
Previously Played

6/1 2025 golf

We love the course, but the greens are in horrible condition. I would not recommend anyone playing. If they care about scoring you’re out to have a good time it’s great.

Conditions Poor
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 20
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser

Good Value

First, the greens are not good, most have damage and the pro shop guy told me in advance.

Second, the layout of the course is very nice, decent fairways.

Third, you cannot beat the overall value; I paid $23.00 on GolfNow. It included 18 holes, cart AND a very nice buffet meal!

So, try it, you’ll agree it’s a great value and fun!

Conditions Fair
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 29
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Decent Course

The course needs work but they are working on it. Very helpful, friendly, and accomodating staff.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
1.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Stay Away until Repaired

This course is in disrepair right now. $13 was actually expensive for 9 holes. Stay away

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Poor
Friendliness Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
3.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 2
1.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Poor
Friendliness Poor
Pace Poor
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 2
1.0
First Time Playing

Don’t waste your money

$30 to play is still over priced. Worst greens I have ever seen.. no joke… course is in horrible shape

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Poor
Friendliness Poor
Pace Poor
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 20
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 29
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Decent Course

This course is working to be improved, some wholes have good grees, others need work, the same goes for the tee boxes and fairways.

Conditions Fair
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
1.0
Previously Played

Not with money

It is awful to see what this course has become. It’s gone from a nice challenging course to feeling lie you are playing on someone’s farm land. You can’t putt, grass and brush is overgrown in places it shouldn’t be but the greens don’t have enough grass. The last 2 times I’ve been they didn’t have any range balls. It’s not worth more than $10. Should be a non tee time walk up cash course.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Fair
Pace Fair
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 20
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Greens were a little rough but for the price it’s a great deal

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 20
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
1.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Poor
Layout Poor
Friendliness Poor
Pace Poor
Amenities Poor
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