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3.5
1349 Reviews (1349)
5 Stars
224
4 Stars
539
3 Stars
355
2 Stars
145
1 Stars
86
Conditions
3.1
Value
3.7
Layout
4.0
Friendliness
4.2
Pace
3.7
Amenities
3.4
72.4%
Recommend this course
1027 out of 1349 reviews
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3.4
64 Reviews (64)
5 Stars
12
4 Stars
21
3 Stars
16
2 Stars
9
1 Stars
6
Conditions
2.8
Value
3.4
Layout
4.0
Pace
3.6
Amenities
4.0
StaffFriendliness
4.3
60.9%
Recommend this course
39 out of 64 reviews
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3.5
102 Reviews (102)
5 Stars
19
4 Stars
40
3 Stars
27
2 Stars
9
1 Stars
7
Conditions
3.1
Value
3.6
Layout
3.9
Pace
3.7
Amenities
3.7
StaffFriendliness
4.3
69.6%
Recommend this course
71 out of 102 reviews
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Course Highlights
Mayfair's greens roll exceptionally well and draw consistent praise from returning golfers noticing real improvement. Friendly staff and outstanding value for money make this an easy choice for a relaxed round.

About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 72
Length 6370 yards
Slope 135
Rating 71.7

Opened in 1922, Mayfair Country Club is one of the oldest golf courses in Florida and it's still the only course in the historic city of Sanford. Over the years, it has hosted a number of famous players including Sam Snead and Arnold Palmer. The layout is wide open with a traditional design that is player friendly enough to appeal to novices and experienced golfers alike. Like most older course designs, the fairways are wide but the approaches aren't very forgiving. Water hazards come into play on over half of the holes and you might be surprised by a few subtle but tricky elevation changes. Mayfair Country Club is not a formidable test by any means, but there are a few challenging holes that will make you think.

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Course Details

Year Built 1922
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Pull-carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range No
Bunker Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Indoor Practice Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted Yes
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Collared shirt, no cutoffs, denim OK

Food & Beverage

Bar, Snacks, Grill, Restaurant, Beverage Carts

Available Activities

Swimming, Billiards
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Reviews

3.5
1349 Reviews (1349)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 37
Brunch 18
19th Hole Specials 16
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 38
Water Hazards 37
Forced Carries 22
This course/club is great for:
Locals 59
Beginners 41
Seniors 33
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 48
Near the Airport 21
In the 'Burbs 20

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Played On
Reviews 31
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Greens were a bit rough, but other than that it’s a nice little course for the moneys worth. I always have a good time out here.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Best Bang For Your Buck

I love playing Mayfair. It’s layout is very forgiving for a not so great golfer like myself.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 87
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 1000 Contributor
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Getting better and better

really thin fairways and bad tee boxes a few months ago - now the fairways are filling in, most of the tee boxes are good, greens are consistent albeit a few bad 'old' holes that weren't replaced properly.

All in all - worth a visit.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 18
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
First Time Playing

Faded Beauty

This course dates back to 1922 and it reminds you of its history in the clubhouse with a large picture of the legendary Babe Ruth swinging a club here way back when. The layout is different than most Florida courses with more up and down changes than most courses and its length is ideal for the older player, such as I, as it played a little over 5000 yards from the gold tees. The greens are in really good shape, more so than most of the local tracks. Players actually fix their ball marks on the greens and the greens were fast and true, no dead grass spots and the surrounding rough near the greens was long and penal. There were no ball washers anywhere but there were water jugs, 1 each on the front and the back, and the water tasted like bottled water and it was COLD, amazingly so, something really welcome in the Florida summer heat.

But, like Gloria Swanson in the old movie "Sunset Boulevard" there is much faded glory. The fairways have much crabgrass and other weedy inclusions and the drainage - or, more accurately, the lack thereof - leaves many areas that seem to be seasonal shallow ponds. The fairways also have some bare, sandy areas that seem to have been where water accumulated, the grass died, and then dried out. And, the trees that are left after some of the hurricanes we've experienced over the last 20 years look old and badly in need of some trimming as they are likely as old as the course. The practice range is rather shabby and of limited distance but you can practice your iron shots without knocking them over the fence. The clubhouse, such as it is, is merely a trailer but there is a billboard outside advertising a new clubhouse that has yet to be built. The menu there is limited to precooked hot dogs but they are of good quality and taste excellent.

All said, it was a pleasant time and a challenging layout for a older player such as I and it was worth the $31.99 green fee which was a Hot Deal. However, the regular green fee at this time of year is about $52.00 (!) and, at that price, I'd pass and play somewhere else for that kind of money. This course could really be a gem if the clubhouse was built, a drainage system installed, and more grass could be grown on the fairways. I liked it and will play it again but I'd have to get another Hot Deal to do it.

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 10
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 43
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 12
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 13
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Rough fairways

As much as I like this course, the fairways are really rough! Too many bald spots and sanded spots to be called fairway. Hope these areas are getting seeded.

Conditions Fair
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 27
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Overpriced

WOW, when I booked this I thought with the amount of money they were charging the course had been renovated… shocked to find it was the same old course… maybe worth $30, not any more

Conditions Fair
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Mayfair review June 2023

Mayfair golf course offers excellent value for golfers with its great layout and wide fairways. The course provides a challenging and enjoyable experience for players. However, it's worth noting that a couple of holes are currently under construction, which might affect the overall playing experience. Additionally, the course tends to get quite hot, so it's advisable to come prepared with proper hydration and sun protection. Overall, Mayfair golf course is known for its expansive layout, making it ideal for players who enjoy wide and long fairways.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 17
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 21
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 4
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Decent course/lost a club

Pretty decent course. I left my S wedge on the 18th green and of course I called but nobody turned it in. Served me right but unfortunate this is the world we live in now where people just steal other peoples stuff.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 28
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Tee Boxes and Fairways

Tee Boxes and Fairways need work in many places. They really need to fix the number 3 hole, the temporary tee box has been there too long. There are only weeds on number 3 no grass at all. Number 12 is still a bad green. I do like the course but some attention to detail is necessary for this to be a great course.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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