494 Tan Tar A Drive, Osage Beach, Missouri 65065, US
(573) 348-3131
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About Margaritaville Lake Resort, Lake of the Ozarks

Margaritaville Lake Resort, Lake of the Ozarks is a 27-hole golf resort in Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri. The property was formerly named Tan-Tar-A Resort and was rebranded and sold in 2017. The resort features 495 guest rooms and suites and eight dining and bar concepts. In keeping with the spirit of Jimmy Buffett, the resort features a wide range of leisure pursuits both on land and on the water thanks to an onsite Port of Indecision Marina. For the kids, there is horsesback riding, mini golf, arcade, indoor water park and a kids program. The 27-hole golf course features an 18-hole main course and separate 9-hole course. Nearby amenities include shopping, Lake of the Ozarks State Park, Seven Springs Winery and Bridal Cave tours.

Facts

Price Range$$, $$$
Property Class★★★
Acres420
Year Opened1960
Number of Units300-500

Amenities

RestaurantsBar, Casual, Buffet
Room TypesRoom, Suite
PoolAdults Only, Indoor
Short CourseYes
Fitness CenterYes
Practice FacilityYes
MarinaYes
Golf School/AcademyYes
Banquet SpaceYes
SpaYes

Services

Kids ProgramYes
Room ServiceYes
ConciergeYes

Rules

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

Golf courses at Margaritaville Lake Resort, Lake of the Ozarks

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4.0
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Reviews 1
Handicap 25+
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

The Oaks at Tan-Tar-A

My first time playing this course, and my first time using Golf Now phone App. Caught a Hot Deal for $20 including cart for a 10:38 am Tee Time on a Wednesday. Course was very nice. Hilly with some tricky greens. I will go back if I get the chance.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Challenging course and a great value.

I was extremely impressed with the layout of the course. It's fun to play and has some tough holes thrown into keep it interesting. Even with the recent snow and rain, the course condition was surprisingly sound.
The staff was terrific from the pro shop to the cart barn. I'll be back!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

could not play

Web site misleading. We traveled to Branson, but this golf course although listed with Branson, this course is located in another part of the Ozarks about 100 miles away. Please arrange to refund my advanced payment. We can play your course at a later time. Thank you

Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Fair weather
Used cart

Great Experience!

My wife and I were in for a long weekend and played the course at a twilight rate. From dropping off the bags to end of the round, we were very happy with everything. The staff was overly friendly and saw the marshal numerous times during the round. This was nice because the pace of play was terrific. The course itself was in immaculate shape and the greens rolled true. Enjoyed the day and will put it on the list to play again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 10
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Somewhat Challenging, but fun

It has been a few years since we have played this course and it was as I remembered, fun and challenging. Some tight fairways and ample sand. Water comes into play on some holes but are reachable and mostly all carry. This may have been our last day of beautifully warm weather and a nice day to play golf for the season. Will go back again when we visit The Lake of the Ozarks.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 36
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Hilly and Difficult

The course and amenities were very good, but the course was too difficult for an average golfer.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 43
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Definitely worth playing

The deal on Golfnow was exceptional value.
This is a scenic course with lots of terrain on well maintained grounds. The course is set in a high end residential area with beautifully landscaped yards. My wife kept pointing out the eye-catching flowers and grasses.
We had a wonderful day with play under 4 hours.
According to the assistant fall is "the best time to play."

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

EXCELLENT 9 HOLE GOLF COURSE

When I checked in at the pro shop, the greenskeeper indicated that this is one of the top 10 9 hole courses in the country. I totally believe it. It was challenging but not overly so, and the fairways were excellent. The greens on this course were some of the most truest I have ever putted on. If you hit your put on the line intended the ball rolled true. Totally enjoyed my round even though I started out hitting the ball badly. Would have played 18, but had to get to the outlet mall. Note: they also had something different with 2 pins on each green which if I had played 18 there would have been some different shots to the green using the other pins. Another way to do that is to rotate the tee blocks so that sometimes the white are in front of the blue and visa versa.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Good Challenge

Good course with lots of sand, water, trees and many elevation changes.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 18
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Ozarks

Course great Snack/bar closed at 3:00 pm which really is too early for late morning/after 12:00 T-times.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

The Oaks

An older course that shows its age. The clubhouse dates to late 70's look and is worn and tired. Staff are awesome and attentive. Greens were excellent and fairways plush. The rough got way too rocky way too close to the first cut. Hate to tear up my equipment this way. Layout is challenging and will make you earn your birdies and pay with double sometimes. I'll be back due to cost and traditional environment

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

This course is absolutely beautiful

This is a challenging course, but not too difficult to make it a joy to play. The green's keeper does a great job keeping the course manicured. I've played here a few times over the years and it just keeps getting better. Tantara does a great job with this property. Play here if you plan a golfing vacation at the Lake of the Ozarks, you won't be sorry.

Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 22
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Tan Tara the Oaks

Course was not bad. But no water to drink, and no cart person. Pro shop was nice.

Conditions Average
Value Fair
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Excellent, challenging course

As with many of the courses at the Lake of the Ozarks accuracy is important. Fairways are not overly narrow, and the rough is playable, but tree-lined fairways and lots of poison ivy limit off target shots. Great fairways and greens are in perfect shape. Was not crowded and we were able to play at a good pace without waiting or being pushed. Only downside was limited food selection.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

Impressive

Tough, but playable. Enjoyable afternoon of golf. Will play again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Playing "The Oaks" at Tan-tara

The course is very lady-friendly. Had a great time.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Tan tar a oaks

Fun tricky...a course that makes you think about club selection. Well taken care of

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Just Ok

Paid the taxes twice because the guy behind the counter didn't understand how the app worked.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Course is a Solid Test

The course is a solid test for all levels of golfers. While the course is no very long, it requires accurate tee shots and navigating elevation changes. The staff was friendly and the conditions are great. Will play again

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Complete garbage

This course was probably good 30 years ago but it looks like it hasn't been touched since. Too many negatives to list but the main one is the $75 greens fee. Multiple irrigation lines leaking leaving standing water on the course and cart path. Not a bad layout and the greens were decent. Would only play again if the cost was about $25

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Friendliness Poor
Pace Poor
Amenities Poor
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