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Saddlebrook Resort - Cypress/Pine
Rating Snapshot
5 Stars
685
4 Stars
615
3 Stars
183
2 Stars
86
1 Stars
62
Conditions
3.8
Value
4.0
Layout
4.1
Friendliness
4.4
Pace
4.2
Amenities
3.9
5 Stars
12
4 Stars
10
3 Stars
6
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
2
Conditions
3.9
Value
3.8
Layout
4.1
Pace
4.1
Amenities
3.9
StaffFriendliness
4.4
5 Stars
23
4 Stars
19
3 Stars
9
2 Stars
4
1 Stars
4
Conditions
3.9
Value
4.0
Layout
4.1
Pace
4.1
Amenities
3.8
StaffFriendliness
4.4
AI summaries based on real golfer reviews
Course Highlights
Saddlebrook's staff consistently earns high praise for being genuinely friendly, courteous, and well-prepared with GPS carts and helpful course advice. The redesigned layout offers excellent variety and strong value compared to other top courses in the Tampa Bay area.
About
Holes 18
Type Resort
Par 71
Length 6610 yards
Slope 142
Rating 72.7
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Saddlebrook Resort Golf Course
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| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | 71 | 6610 yards | 72.7 | 142 |
| White | 71 | 6011 yards | 69.6 | 137 |
| Gold | 71 | 5462 yards | 67.0 | 126 |
| Gold (W) | 71 | 5462 yards | 72.5 | 133 |
| Red | 71 | 4792 yards | 64.5 | 119 |
| Red (W) | 71 | 4792 yards | 69.1 | 126 |
Scorecard for Cypress/Pine
Metrics:
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black M: 73.8/142 | 352 | 477 | 144 | 417 | 500 | 374 | 389 | 204 | 429 | 3286 | 377 | 375 | 190 | 354 | 490 | 390 | 541 | 215 | 585 | 3517 | 6803 |
| Blue M: 72.9/140 W: 79.8/147 | 352 | 477 | 144 | 417 | 500 | 374 | 389 | 204 | 429 | 3286 | 377 | 369 | 175 | 354 | 460 | 379 | 520 | 200 | 544 | 3378 | 6664 |
| White M: 69.8/137 W: 76.5/144 | 336 | 363 | 133 | 373 | 482 | 345 | 360 | 176 | 410 | 2978 | 329 | 306 | 145 | 334 | 435 | 355 | 500 | 175 | 505 | 3084 | 6062 |
| Gold M: 67.6/127 W: 73.4/136 | 326 | 302 | 122 | 363 | 454 | 315 | 330 | 160 | 344 | 2716 | 319 | 295 | 125 | 298 | 405 | 331 | 460 | 150 | 470 | 2853 | 5569 |
| Red M: 64.7/121 W: 69.8/126 | 278 | 245 | 111 | 310 | 415 | 242 | 257 | 135 | 300 | 2293 | 270 | 264 | 105 | 288 | 375 | 288 | 415 | 120 | 440 | 2565 | 4858 |
| Handicap | 13 | 7 | 17 | 1 | 9 | 11 | 5 | 15 | 3 | 14 | 8 | 18 | 2 | 10 | 12 | 6 | 16 | 4 | |||
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 37 | 72 |
Course Details
Year Built 1976
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Rees Jones (2025)
Rentals/Services
Carts Yes - included in green fees
Clubs Yes
Practice/Instruction
Driving Range Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes - "Saddlebrook Golf Academy"
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes
Policies
Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex, Discover Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Food & Beverage
Snacks, RestaurantAvailable Facilities
Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities, SpaAvailable Activities
Swimming, BilliardsAvailable Sports
Fitness
Reviews
3.9
Reviewer Photos
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Photo submitted by ImStillaYankee on 10/15/2025
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Photo submitted by u000005123786 on 09/07/2023
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Photo submitted by u314163860510 on 08/24/2023
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Photo submitted by u815175832 on 07/27/2023
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Photo submitted by StuKid on 07/02/2023
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Photo submitted by ImStillaYankee on 05/04/2023
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Photo submitted by ImStillaYankee on 05/04/2023
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Blocks not put out Photo submitted by chezzik on 12/28/2022
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Shredded towels Photo submitted by chezzik on 12/28/2022
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Hole 1 Photo submitted by deadlypinfish on 10/24/2022
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Difficult greens Photo submitted by deadlypinfish on 10/24/2022
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Photo submitted by Jhagler on 11/03/2021
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Photo submitted by Jhagler on 11/03/2021
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Photo submitted by Jhagler on 11/03/2021
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FABULOUS 9TH HOLE Photo submitted by webbknight on 03/09/2021
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Beautiful Photo submitted by uofmdguy on 01/29/2021
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Little glance at 18. Photo submitted by Thranrod14 on 08/04/2020
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Photo submitted by Thranrod14 on 08/04/2020
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Photo submitted by Thranrod14 on 08/03/2020
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Photo submitted by Thranrod14 on 08/03/2020
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Photo submitted by Thranrod14 on 08/03/2020
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Photo submitted by u5860681 on 07/31/2020
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Photo submitted by u5860681 on 07/31/2020
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Photo submitted by u000006681800 on 07/21/2020
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Photo submitted by u000006681800 on 07/21/2020
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Photo submitted by u000006681800 on 07/21/2020
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Photo submitted by u000006681800 on 07/21/2020
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Photo submitted by u755281599 on 07/01/2020
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Grass in great shape Photo submitted by Rymelan on 03/19/2020
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Photo submitted by Rymelan on 03/19/2020
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Photo submitted by Rymelan on 03/19/2020
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Alligator floating around Photo submitted by Rymelan on 03/19/2020
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Photo submitted by u3897278 on 02/05/2020
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Photo submitted by Epicscuds on 01/23/2020
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Not a bad course. Photo submitted by KingOsi on 07/21/2019
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Photo submitted by djones1961 on 11/26/2018
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Photo submitted by Butch88288 on 04/08/2018
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Photo submitted by Butch88288 on 04/08/2018
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Photo submitted by Butch88288 on 04/08/2018
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Photo submitted by MikeBaileyGolf on 01/31/2018
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Photo submitted by MikeBaileyGolf on 01/31/2018
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Photo submitted by MikeBaileyGolf on 01/31/2018
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Photo submitted by MikeBaileyGolf on 01/31/2018
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saddlebrook fun day Photo submitted by webbknight on 01/16/2018
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Palmer Course 18th hole Par 3 Photo submitted by AGCarson on 10/21/2017
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tough course Photo submitted by webbknight on 08/31/2015
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#18 Green Photo submitted by David5354608 on 12/24/2013
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#9 Tee Box Photo submitted by David5354608 on 12/24/2013
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#9 Green Photo submitted by David5354608 on 12/24/2013
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Photo submitted by David5354608 on 12/24/2013
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#18 Tee Box Photo submitted by David5354608 on 12/24/2013
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#11 Tee Box Photo submitted by David5354608 on 12/24/2013
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Photo submitted by Alejandro7982762 on 06/28/2013
Played On 03/29/2022
Reviews 122
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
Greens were quick. Fairways in good shape.
For this time of year, the Palmer course is in good shape. The greens are fast and they are holding. Fairways are good with very few bare areas. Over all a nice course to play this time of year.
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On 03/30/2022
Reviews 8
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
I Recommend This Course
Disappointed that there were no scorecards. Said they were on order. Played alot of golf over the years but have never played without a scorecard. Very strange.
Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On 03/25/2022
Reviews 3
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
Nice
Good condition for this time of year. Greens were very good and rolled well.
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On 03/24/2022
Reviews 55
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
I Recommend This Course
Saddlebrook course rivals on site Palmer course for interest and layout.
Interesting and tough. Course was in good condition. Lots of interesting holes requiring precise shot placement.
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Excellent
I Recommend This Course
Great layout - greens were true and great condition. Beautiful setting with the cypress trees
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
I Recommend This Course
BudV
Fun course to play. Greens we’re good but overdressed with fertilizer. Fairways good for this time of year. Friendly driving course.
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On 03/17/2022
Reviews 75
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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