Southwest Florida, specifically Naples, Florida, is known for its abundance of golf courses. There are 90+ courses in Naples, Florida alone, and some of these courses are beyond magnificent. Many of these higher-end clubs have hefty initiation fees, few members, and some have no tee times. Here are the top 10 prestigious courses in Southwest Florida.
Bay Colony Golf Club
“Situated in the Cocohatchee Strand Nature Preserve, the newly restored championship-length Bay Colony Golf Course offers breathtaking landscape, broad expanses of greenery, rolling fairways, and the rewarding experience of playing golf in a meticulously groomed yet natural setting without tee times.”
Bonita Bay Club
“A private golf club located in Bonita Springs. There are 3 courses at the west location and 2 additional courses located at Bonita Bay East in north Naples. In all, there are 5 courses, 13 Har-Tru tennis courts (9 lighted), 10 miles of jogging & nature trails, Bonita Bay Beach Park, and Bonita Bay Marina Club with Gulf access.”
Collier’s Reserve
“Collier's Reserve is the only private country club in Naples where members can paddle to the Gulf of Mexico, take on the challenge of a spectacular Arthur Hills designed golf course, play a game of tennis or pickleball, exercise in a state of the art sports center, and enjoy the camaraderie of extraordinary friends gathered in a quietly sophisticated atmosphere.”
Calusa Pines Golf Club
“Named among the prestigious "Top Ten Best New Private Clubs" in the United States according to Golf Digest, Calusa Pines features outstanding vistas generated by sweeping ridges that influence ten golf holes. Calusa Pines was founded to provide an exceptional golf experience for its members in a relaxed atmosphere that promotes camaraderie among those who truly love the game. The club doesn't release membership information, has no tee times, and features a strong caddie program as members and guests are encouraged to walk the course.”
Grey Oaks Country Club
“Celebrate the fruits of your success with an unparalleled wealth of experiences at the ultimate Country Club for active, healthy, resort-style living in Southwest Florida. Live, play, and thrive amidst the wonders and pleasures of extraordinary luxury, understated elegance, exclusive social opportunities, three championship golf courses, a 30,000 square foot state-of-the-art Wellness Center, and more.”
The Club at Mediterra
“Golf enthusiasts and the golf curious will find Mediterra's two Tom Fazio-designed golf courses as playable as they are beautiful. As the courses weave their way along nature preserves, lakes and wetlands, golfers will appreciate the distinctive design characteristics of each course that test every part of the game. And with only 450 members, tee times are abundant.”
Old Collier Golf Club
“The Old Collier Golf Club is a by-invitation-only club. Membership is a highly personal experience and anticipation of each member's preferences is the standard. Simply put, The Old Collier Golf Club has but one purpose - to provide pure enjoyment of the game of golf for its members.”
The Club at Pelican Bay
“Whether full-time Naples residents or snowbirds, members know the club is like a second home. Their neighbors are fellow Members who become fast friends. Their active social life is filled with golf, exceptional dining, and numerous other club programs, including a world-class Spa & Fitness Center.”
Quail West Golf and Country Club
“The Club's membership prides itself, not only in the natural beauty embodied by both courses but also in the distinct, individual diversity and varied playing characteristics. Two Courses perfectly positioned in year-round sunshine surrounded by untamed natural beauty.”
Talis Park Golf Club
“Acknowledged for its physical beauty, design, and 100% SeaDwarf Paspalum turf, the course at Talis Park Golf Club is a local legend and regarded as one of the nation’s premier golf experiences. The course measures just over 7,000 yards from the Championship Tee Box co-designed by Greg Norman and Pete Dye. A picturesque landscape allows for uphill and downhill holes while resembling courses set in the valleys of Tuscany, Italy.”
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Ryan Batey |
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