12900 Lake Jovita Blvd., Dade City, Florida 33525, US
(352) 588-9200
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About Lake Jovita Golf & Country Club

Staying at one of the member-owned villas at Lake Jovita offers golfers a window into what it would be like to live at this 36-hole club, whose North and South golf courses feature a surprising amount of elevation change for Florida. Its central location puts it within reach of Orlando, Tampa and even Jacksonville.

Facts

Price Range$$
Property Class★★★
Acres1054
Year Opened1999
Number of UnitsLess than 100

Amenities & Services

RestaurantsBar, Casual
TennisYes
Fitness CenterYes
Practice FacilityYes
Banquet SpaceYes

Rules

Is the resort pet friendly?Yes
Is resort stay required for a tee time?No

Golf courses at Lake Jovita Golf & Country Club

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4.5
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The senior tee boxes are the worst I have ever played. Course not worth what I had to pay

Conditions Fair
Value Poor
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
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Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
First Time Playing

Nice Course - Bad Pace of Play/Value

Nice course with rolling hills which offered a good change of scenery for Florida however pace of play was terrible. It took us 5.5 hours to finish. We did call the clubhouse (people behind us did as well multiple times, they were members and apologetic) but nothing was done. Multiple times we had 4 groups waiting on a par 4 (group on green, group in fairway waiting to hit and 2 groups waiting on the tee box). We did get a hot deals for $80 a round, not even sure that was a good value as TPC Tampa has similar rates / course was in good shape, greens were consistent speed, we’d consider playing again if pace of play was faster.

Conditions Good
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Poor
Amenities Good
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Reviews 6
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing

100 degrees at tee time

At tee time it was a 100 degrees

Even with the hot temperatures of summer we enjoyed our round on this course. We were delayed arriving at the course due to multiple traffic obstructions but the staff was very accommodating. The curse was in great condition considering the area had been experiencing a drought and a cold adult beverage topped off a great afternoon. We look forward to playing both courses when it’s a bit cooler.

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

Bang for your buck

I wish the Fees were less . would play here more often.

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Hidden Gem

Course was in between myself and friend in clermont and we were shocked at how nice the layout was. Tough, but not the toughest. Apparently the South course was an old Q school course. Definitely gonna play again.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Badgerboss

Glad to have a chance to bring such joy to my playing partner who hadn't played at Lake Jovita before. He had the best day of his life he said. Staff was joking with us so those 2 guys started us off with a jolt of fun. I've played both South and North layouts. South is more interesting and scenic.Greens were slower than I remembered. So not quite up to par. Pace of play was perfect for us. Thanks for a wonderful day. One moe thing. Can you drop price a bit?

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Amazing Course!

It was our first time playing lake Jovita and I can say with confidence that it will not be our last. The conditions were fantastic, staff was friendly and the amenities were top notch. Can’t wait to go back and try the south course.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 54
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great Day

Course was in great shape and pace of play was perfect.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 10
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

This is Logs go to Track

We always enjoy our days at Lake Jovita. Pace of play was perfect on this round. Always a pleasure for The LOGs

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

17 good golf holes

After you get past the ridiculous 1st hole (unless you can carry your driver 290 you will have a mid iron off the tee and another mid iron into the green) the other 17 holes are very good and well maintained.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 15
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Poor winter condition and maintenance.

They didn't reveal the poor condition of the greens and a temporary green on 18 of the South course until we checked in. I wouldn't have made the tee time if I knew the conditions. Winter dormancy is still evident on most tee boxes and greens. They have a disease on the greens as those were very short and the front nine had been aerated in the last week. The greens didn't hold. The putting surface was like the sidewalk. It is a beautiful layout. The bunkers were recently filled with the best sand. I wouldn't go back.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 15
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

Great Courses at Lake Jovita

Played the north course last year, which was excellent. The starter recommended we also play the south course if we had a chance. So this year we took the hour and 1/2 ride from Bradenton and played the south course. Loved the layout and course aesthetics. The greens are extremely challenging, which I liked. The pro shop guys were extremely welcoming. Most of the course was in great shape. There were a couple of rough tee boxes and not much grass around some of the greens, due possibly to dormancy. There was a temporary green on #18 as sand traps were being worked on. Overall it really is a must play if you're in the area. IF it's windy I was told the south course is where you want to be. We, however had an ideal day. We shall return.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Wet weather
Used cart

Prefer North Course when playing Lake Jovita

I prefer playing the North Course at Lake Jovita when choosing between the two. We played after a rainstorm and it was cart path only so took 4 1/2 hours. The course held up well with the rain with t-boxes, fairways and greens all being in great shape. The starter got us out early and slow play was not an issue. All staff were great and enjoyed a visit with Mike in the clubhouse waiting on the rain. This is one of the best places to play in the area that has reasonable rates for weekday t-times. This course should be a staple in the rotation.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Challenging but Fun to Play

The staff at Lake Jovita were friendly and helpful. The starter was great, had the t-box on schedule and moving along. There was no wait, and the round was completed in a little over 4 hours. Always enjoy playing Lake Jovita during our winter break. The t boxes were in pretty good shape and the greens were excellent which has been the case over the past few years. I found the bunkers to be not so good. The goal is to stay out of them but when you find yourself in one it is disappointing when you can tell they haven't been raked or cleaned up in quite a while and quite a few footprints. They are in the process of redoing the bunkers (#9) so maybe they will get to them over time. Plan to play here again next year.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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