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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Reviews 3
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Dope

Course was a lot of fun. Beautiful and swamp water between each hole. Lots of challenging holes and the greens are fast. We worth the frustration and money lol

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 21
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
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
Previously Played

Players course. You will be engaged on every shot, especially if the wind is blowing. Greens are still some of the best around. Below the hole and you have a chance, above the hole...good luck.

Value for the money? No but worth the price a couple times a year. Off course amenities? Like I said it's a players course I'm not there for the lunch menu.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 47
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

As Good as Advertised

The Lefe will challenge all aspects of your golf game. It has a variety of short and long holes with an abundance of visually intimidating hazards throughout the 18. However, if you’re a good putter, you can make a lot of putts as the greens are very fair and roll true. Waterlefe is the best course in Bradenton - it’s a must play!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Absolutely Awesome

One of the best courses I’ve ever played! Beautiful surroundings and the conditions of the course were top notch! Everything you could want in a course. I’d definitely go there again if I get the chance

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Water water everywhere

Beautiful course and surroundings, with lots of water

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 36
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Nearly Perfect, as usual

Had a legacy uncapped Hot Deal code; otherwise I couldn't afford it. This place is about as good as it gets in my book.

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Waterlefe Golf and River Club First Time

Lengthy flat course that was beautifully manicured. With water and in play for many of the holes long wide fairways afforded a lot of forgiveness for the beginner golfer. Staff was cordial but I definitely felt like an outsider playing this course as it was part of a gated community. Otherwise course itself was fantastic!

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Hidden Gem

Played Waterlefe just prior to upcoming US Open Qualifier. Very good fairway and green conditions.

A little slow, Marshall apologized to us several times for slow play ahead. Nice layout, some tight holes, smaller greens. Back nine much different from front!

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 98
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 500 Contributor
First Time Playing

Elegant

What a place and in great shape! Greens were fast and smooth, fairways perfect. Drink cart made frequent stops and was not overpriced, great views and beautiful homes. Fairways are wide and playable and the homes are not tight to the Fairways either.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 47
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Awesome Course

Challenging yet very fair if you’re hitting a good tee shot. The front 9 is inland and the back 9 brings in the Manatee river on the last 5 holes. Overall, the Lefe had good greens and is a very solid, fun golf course.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Waterlefe is alwyas enjoyable

There are many water hazards on the course. This was the second time I played the course so I knew what to expect. The course is well maintained. There are plenty of tee boxes to accommodate golfers of all abilities. And, even on sunny, hot days, there is a lot of shade near tee boxes.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Adding this course to our rotation

Challenging course but alot of fun. Greens were fast. Course conditions were great. Staff was very friendly. We will be coming back for sure.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

wonderful layout - if you don't spray it you'll be fine. Fast greens !

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Dave K & Waterlefe Golf

Waterlefe Golf Course was by far the nicest course I've played in many years. Every aspect of Waterlefe was 5 ***** Star. I highly recommend Waterlefe Golf Course. The course condition's were super as the properties around the course. Definitely worth the price. Challenging and yet forgiving. Book Waterlefe and see for yourself. Very Enjoyable ! Thanks Golfnow.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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