Fairways Country Club

Course is usually always in good shape. But the rains came through late afternoon and put this course pretty much under water!

Fairways is by far my favorite place to play in a Orlando when it comes to PACE OF PLAY and COURSE LAYOUT, but they will nickel and dime you for every little thing once you’re there.

low lands kind of course.

Lots of soggy ground.

Mother natures fault.

Absolutely never going back to this course again, even if it was the only course in town. I’d drive to the next town just so I wouldn’t have to go to this terrible course ever again. Enjoy the locals, they really like having you there, NOT.

It was a good course. Definitely underrated in my opinion. There was no one there which was good, didn’t have to feel like you had to rush every shot. If you’re wanting a good price friendly course, this is good. If you’re wanting something high end, I would say go with something else.

Due to covid19, I have only played twice in the last 5 months...both at the Fairways. Precovid I probably played here 10-12 times a year. It is a tight course with lakes and water in canals on 15 of the holes...accuracy is way more important than distance as many of the fairways are narrow and the greens relatively small on some holes. In the heat of the afternoon, I did not even see another golfer while I was playing so got around in about 2 hours. There are no wind sheilds on the carts so that is a big problem during storms. The course is good for beginners or average players...big time players who play the expensive courses probably would not like it.

Great for the money! Cheap beers and fast greens in good shape. Enjoyed ourselves thoroughly.

I'm 71, retired, and play once weekly with a work buddy who's a bit younger and not yet retired. We play courses that are local and not too long as neither of us has the distance we once had. This course is only about 5300 yards long but it is definitely quite challenging. It's routed through a manufactured home senior and retiree community and the fairways could use some drainage reworking as in the hot, rainy Florida summer some areas have the consistency of a soaked sponge, lots of casual water. When things dry out in the fall through spring, you can get a lot more roll on shots but summer and the lack of drainage on some fairways will stop your shot quickly. Oddly enough, no matter how much it rains, the greens drain really well and are very quick all 4 seasons of the year. Putting can be quite adventurous as a straight in putt is something you may not see on any hole; par is an excellent score. There are a lot of water hazards and the woods along some holes are thick, so if you have trouble keeping your shots straight, bring enough golf balls. Due to soggy fairways on some holes, many play as cart path only so beware where the path is routed.

Off course amenities are virtually nonexistent at this time: the course was closed for 6 weeks or so when the Covid pandemic was announced and the clubhouse is closed except for the window that the clubhouse clerk opens when you check in and pay. You can buy a soft drink or beer, but there is no cart girl so be sure to either bring or buy sufficient drinks for staying hydrated. The pace of play is usually pretty quick since traffic here is minimal. But, all in all, it's a fair test for the price. I'm just waiting for the fall when it will be not so unbearably hot.

For the price it was fantastic. Many holes seemed similar in distance and difficulty. Well kept greens even after a day of heavy rain.

greens were in much better condition, fairways cut and green.

This course charges each player $10.00 extra for social distancing even though you've paid for greens fee and cart online. Needless to say, I won't be playing there anymore.

Fairways is always fun, but due to heavy showers everyday the holes and fairways were boggy and waterlogged. Will play again after rainy season is over. Still had a great social distancing day with my wife.

Your driver will be tested

Greens are fair but small

Look for a great day o Golf

New management team has done a great job the last few years getting this place in shape. A few bald spots and mushy spots on the fairways, but good overall. Greens roll true and medium fast. Short course, but tight and challenging. I’ve shot in the 70’s and the mid 90’s, so keep the big sticks in the bag to avoid trouble. Older folks in the pro shop can be a little crotchety, but the younger folks are pleasant. Not much to offer for food/drink, but what they have is very reasonably priced. Great value for the $$$.