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Heron Creek Golf and Country Club - Marsh/Creek Course

Heron Creek GCC
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4.4
2397 Reviews (2397)
5 Stars
1412
4 Stars
747
3 Stars
153
2 Stars
47
1 Stars
38
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.3
Layout
4.7
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.3
90.3%
Recommend this course
2236 out of 2397 reviews
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4.1
66 Reviews (66)
5 Stars
28
4 Stars
24
3 Stars
9
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
3
Conditions
3.9
Value
3.7
Layout
4.6
Pace
3.9
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.3
78.8%
Recommend this course
52 out of 66 reviews
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4.3
118 Reviews (118)
5 Stars
65
4 Stars
35
3 Stars
11
2 Stars
3
1 Stars
4
Conditions
4.2
Value
4.1
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.1
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.5
86.4%
Recommend this course
102 out of 118 reviews
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Course Highlights
Heron Creek's highly rated layout challenges golfers with strategic doglegs, marshland carries, and multiple tee options for all skill levels. Well-maintained fairways, a standout practice facility, and friendly staff consistently deliver strong value for the area.

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Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 72
Length 6825 yards
Slope 143
Rating 72.5
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Course Details

Year Built 2003
Golf Season Year round
Architect Arthur Hills (1999) Arthur Hills (2003)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fee
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Bunker Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes - "Heron Creek Golf Academy"
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted MasterCard Visa card(s) Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code Proper golf attire, Collared or mock shirts required, no jeans and etiquette required at all times

Food & Beverage

Bar, Grill

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Meeting Facilities, Spa, Sauna, Locker Rooms

Available Activities

Swimming, Billiards

Available Sports

Fitness, Tennis
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Reviews

4.4
2397 Reviews (2397)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 45
Brunch 27
Patio Dining 23
Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 103
Bunkers 80
Undulating Greens 61
This course/club is great for:
Advanced Golfers 68
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 63
Locals 48
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 69
Convenient to the City 46
In the 'Burbs 24

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Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Previously Played

Disappointed

Heron Creek has been my favorite course in the Venice/North Port area for the past 5 years. The price has gone up each year we have been coming down but conditions yesterday were very disappointing. The range was is terrible shape to start the day. The fairways were in poor shape and the pace of play was 5 plus hours🤮.The ranger was out in the Creeks course for the first nine yet still 2.5 hours, perhaps consider spreading groups better across the three nines? No ranger on the Oaks the second nine and pace slowed even more. We allowed a twosome to play through yet the foursome in front of them never allowed them to go through (the foursome had 3 carts and one rider observer). This is unacceptable and where was the ranger? No beverage cart either, 5 hours in 86 degree weather with one water station?? Cmon Heron Creek,you have a great facility that can do much better, we know, we’ve experienced it.

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Poor
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Commented on 03/28/2023

Hi, Jay0622! Thank you so much for leaving us with your feedback. We value our customer experience, so your review is important to us. Please know the current conditions are by no means the standard we strive to achieve. We will continue to work towards a 5-star experience and we hope to see you back!

Played On
Reviews 3
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 03/13/2023

We're glad you enjoyed your 5-star experience with us. Please comment or reach out to our team in the golf shop to let us know more about your round at Heron Creek Golf and Country Club - Oaks/Marsh Course!

Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Good course

Foursome in front of use were extremely slow after being asked to speed up play. Ranger never revisited them. There were 2 open holes in front of them. We waited on every tee other foursomes got frustrated and skipped the last 2/3 holes. Slow play frustration resulted in the group hitting into use one ball hitting my wife. A good walk( ride) spoiled.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
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Commented on 03/13/2023

Thank you for taking the time to review us, u314162482993. Your feedback is valuable, and we appreciate your business. Heron Creek Golf and Country Club - Oaks/Marsh Course thanks you!

Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
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Commented on 03/13/2023

Hi, u314159762939. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your time at Heron Creek Golf and Country Club - Oaks/Marsh Course. We look forward to seeing you on the course soon for another 5-star experience!

Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Windy weather
Used cart

Very nice

Great course conditions, well run professional staff. A true pleasure. I wish it wasn't an hour drive from home or I'd consider membership

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 03/13/2023

Thank you for your review, u520153880. We will pass along your positive experience to our team at Heron Creek Golf and Country Club - Oaks/Marsh Course. We look forward to seeing you again soon.

Played On
Reviews 11
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
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Commented on 03/13/2023

u5503727, thank you for the awesome rating! We hope to see you again at the course very soon for another great experience, and thanks for choosing Heron Creek Golf and Country Club - Oaks/Marsh Course.

Played On
Reviews 15
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

RAD Herons

Heron Creek has great contour and is challenging on any of the 3 - 9 holes it has. It is worth playing.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 03/13/2023

Thank you so much for the great review. We are glad you had an incredible time, and we hope to see you again soon! Thanks for choosing Heron Creek Golf and Country Club - Oaks/Marsh Course.

Played On
Reviews 14
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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Commented on 03/13/2023

Hi, dan8769809. We would love to hear more about your 4-star experience on our course. Please tell us what we can do to earn that last star, and thanks for golfing at Heron Creek Golf and Country Club - Oaks/Marsh Course!

Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Heron Creek is great place to play your winter golf. There are 27 holes that very from seriously challenging, to relatively easy. The course conditions are the best you'll find at this price point, in this area. This course does use a heavy dose of water overnight and there are areas where playability suffers due soggy conditions. The greens are in the best shape I've seen this winter, with only a hint grain redirecting your ball off line.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 03/13/2023

Hello, u314163582367. Thank you for visiting us at Heron Creek Golf and Country Club - Oaks/Marsh Course. We appreciate your 4-star rating and review. We hope you join us for another round soon.

Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
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Commented on 03/13/2023

We love hearing about our golfers' experiences, azoller. Please tell us more about what you enjoyed during your round. Thanks for choosing Heron Creek Golf and Country Club - Oaks/Marsh Course!

Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
3.0
Previously Played
Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
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Commented on 03/13/2023

Thank you for reviewing us, 1eOtlMON0dcCfmDab7DV. We see you rated the course 3-stars and are interested in learning what we can do to improve before your next round. Feel free to comment on this review or reach out to the team in the golf shop. We always appreciate the feedback. Thank you for playing Heron Creek Golf and Country Club - Oaks/Marsh Course, and we hope to see you again soon.

Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
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Commented on 03/13/2023

Hello, 1eOtlMON0dcCfmDab7DV. We appreciate the review. You rated us 3-stars which means there is room to improve on your recent experience at Heron Creek Golf and Country Club - Oaks/Marsh Course. Let us know, in the comments, how and where you would like to see changes from the course. Thanks for the feedback!

Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Challenging beautiful course

While the cost to golf Herron Creek this time of the year is hard to swallow, the overall course conditions, layout, and staff friendliness is top notch! Very challenging courses with excellent greens.

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 03/06/2023

Thank you for taking the time to review us, Rkb66win. Your feedback is valuable, and we look forward to delivering you excellent service again soon. Heron Creek Golf and Country Club - Oaks/Marsh Course thanks you!

Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
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Commented on 03/06/2023

Hi, Bonzmd. We would love to hear more about your 4-star experience on our course. Please tell us what we can do to earn that last star, and thanks for golfing at Heron Creek Golf and Country Club - Oaks/Marsh Course!

Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Love this course

Staff from the bag drop to pro shop ,starters and marshals are always friendly and welcoming!

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Amenities Good
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Commented on 03/13/2023

Thank you for taking the time to review us, helenhqh. Your feedback is valuable, and we appreciate your business. Heron Creek Golf and Country Club - Oaks/Marsh Course thanks you!

Played On
Reviews 34
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Course was in great shape

Course played very difficult.

Strong wind and slick greens made for trying day.

Front 9 was excruciatingly slow.Waited on every T box and on fairways.

Started at 1:30 and didn't think we would finish before dark,but pace picked up on back 9

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 03/06/2023

Hello, bruce00. Thank you for visiting us at Heron Creek Golf and Country Club - Oaks/Marsh Course. We appreciate your 4-star rating and review. We hope you join us for another round soon.

Played On
Reviews 16
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 03/06/2023

Hello and thank you for your 5-star rating! We're delighted you enjoyed your round. Please book another round with us soon, and thanks for choosing Heron Creek Golf and Country Club - Oaks/Marsh Course!

Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Good
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Commented on 03/13/2023

We would love to hear more about your positive experience on our course. Please contact us to share your favorite part of your experience and what we can do to earn that last star! Thanks for golfing at Heron Creek Golf and Country Club - Oaks/Marsh Course!

Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 03/06/2023

We're glad you enjoyed your 5-star experience with us. Please comment or reach out to our team in the golf shop to let us know more about your round at Heron Creek Golf and Country Club - Oaks/Marsh Course!

Played On
Reviews 16
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great coirse

Drove up from Fort Myers, and was well worth it. Great course for a great price! Staff was friendly, and helpful. Nice range, putting and chipping area. Will definitely play again when in Florida

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 03/06/2023

Thank you so much for the great review. We are glad you had an incredible time, and we hope to see you again soon! Thanks for choosing Heron Creek Golf and Country Club - Oaks/Marsh Course.

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