Waterlefe Golf & River Club: #16
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4.7
2320 Reviews (2320)
5 Stars
1517
4 Stars
679
3 Stars
84
2 Stars
22
1 Stars
18
Conditions
4.6
Value
4.4
Layout
4.7
Friendliness
4.7
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.2
97.3%
Recommend this course
2228 out of 2320 reviews
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Average Rating
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4.8
36 Reviews (36)
5 Stars
30
4 Stars
5
3 Stars
1
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.6
Value
4.4
Layout
4.8
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.5
StaffFriendliness
4.7
97.2%
Recommend this course
35 out of 36 reviews
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4.7
98 Reviews (98)
5 Stars
77
4 Stars
18
3 Stars
2
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.7
Value
4.4
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.4
StaffFriendliness
4.8
98.0%
Recommend this course
96 out of 98 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 72
Length 6892 yards
Slope 146
Rating 73.9

Inspired by the backdrop of the Manatee River, Ted McAnlis has created the ultimate golf experience with the perfect combination of beauty and challenge. Waterlefe Golf & River Club is built along a particularly beautiful section of the Manatee River, complete with wide expanses of pristine marshes and pleasant coves. Don't be surprised if on the 15th tee you spot a family of manatees poking noses up for a breath of air. The golf course was designed with a great deal of time, effort and expense going toward protecting and resorting the natural environment that gives the course it unique character. The gently sloped greens with the newest Tifteagle Bermuda offer the ultimate in putting. From a lazy start on the par-5 first hole to the big finish on the 18th hole island green, golfers love Waterlefe Golf & River Club!

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Course Details

Year Built 2000
Greens Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Ted McAnlis (2000)

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 No
Putting Green Yes
Practice Hole No

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted Major credit cards are accepted.
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code Proper golf attire required

Food & Beverage

Bar, Grill, Beverage Carts

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Meeting Facilities, Banquet Facilities, Spa

Available Activities

Swimming, Billiards

Available Sports

Fitness, Tennis

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Reviews

4.7
2320 Reviews (2320)

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Played On
Reviews 20
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great layout

I loved the layout of this course. It is one of my favorite courses in the area. I would have rated it a 5, but the greens were a little bumpy.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Wet but great layout

Course was very wet due to rain, but was holding up pretty well. We were lucky enough to have played on day that threatened rain, which scared off most others. We mostly had the course to ourselves on a Saturday afternoon Layout is very good - challenging but playable. Will definitely go back.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

A well maintained challenging course

This is a really nice course nestled along the Manatee river and nice homes. They have several tee boxes which accommodates long and short ball hitters. The front 9 is easier than the back which requires a little more precision shots or layups to get to the green. The fairways are free of weeds and cut nice. The staff are friendly and helpful. My only disappointment was the greens had been recently aerated and there was no notice when I booked the round. I think Golfpass and other booking sites should have this posted. We still had a fun and enjoyed the round.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Friendly

Very friendly knowledgable crew

Clean

Great food

Good time

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Nice layout

Good layout- some target golf but playable. I played during Cary path only- so in some cases I didn’t have the correct club. Overall I’d suggest playing here.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great course poor staff

The course layout is awesome. The fairways and tee boxes were a little rough. Th overall review would have been a four but the staff in the clubhouse and bar were not very nice or pleasant. I come here to hit balls every now and then and the experience has been poor then also. This could certainly be a world class golf course. It.is a shame that the management doesn’t do a better job of training the staff in the art of customer service.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Poor
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 69
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Nice Course

Right on the river, really nice layout, complimentary driving range balls, good restaurant/bar all around great day of golf!

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Fun course!

This course is a very fun track to play! You can be a great to very average golfer and still have a good time. The course layout with really cool and was in great conditions for this year. Greens were a little sandy still but not bad! Overall very fun track.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 20
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

first time won’t be the last

My son and I got a hot deal, it’s worth it. The course was in great shape greens ran a little slow but faster than Cypress Green where we play as well as Sandpiper in sun city. The lay out was very nice some wholes were a little unfair. 14 comes to mind. Need to open up more for the approach shot.

Overall I like the course, I will be back.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart

Magnificent!

Hot deal was available...so I gave Waterlefe a try. This is a magnificent course. Stunningly beautiful, very well maintained, lots of character, water everywhere. I played in 2:30 as a single. Everyone was nice. Perfect!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Lots of Rain

If it wasnt for all the rain they have had in the past weeks the rating for course conditions would have been 5 stars. Not the course managements fault. GOTTA PLAY HERE!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 62
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Great course in great condition. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Ice and water on the course is always a nice addition. Free range balls on an aqua range beforehand. Course was a little over an hour away, but definitely worth it. Would definitely recommend and will definitely be playing here again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Course was and always is in great condition. The layout is a bit tricky with water on many of the holes.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 56
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

U.S.Open Qualifying Site.

Great layout just a little shaggy. Needed mowing and traps were not raked.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 23
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Just Beautiful

One of the most beautiful courses I had ever played!!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
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