Golf Sampler

Travelers looking to plan the perfect golf getaway have many factors to consider before booking. Individual player abilities, weather conditions, course layout, where to stay and a wide range of other details must all be addressed to ensure optimal golfing (and outing enjoyment) for all.

If you’re ready to book the ultimate golf excursion, it’s time to think about planning a Central Florida vacation. No matter who you have in your golfing party, a trip to Central Florida’s breathtaking Polk County is sure to complement everyone’s skill level and help make your time on the links a memorable one

Golf Opportunity Abounds In Central Florida

When thinking about Central Florida, people often conjure up images of a certain famous mouse. However, this destination caters to people of all interests, including avid golfers! Planning a Central Florida vacation instantly grants you access to 34 public courses for a whopping total of 648 holes to experience. No matter how long your Central Florida vacation is, you’ll easily be able to fill up your travel itinerary playing at the many different venues found here.

Naturally, quality always trumps quantity, especially when it comes to golfing. Fortunately, the region’s courses delivers on this front as well. Some of the most renowned designers in the game have designed course here. Steve Smyers, Ron Garl, Donald Ross; and now Tom Doak and the dynamic duo of Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw have all created distinctive, signature course in Polk County. Best of all, these courses created by the game’s elite architects can prove extremely budget friendly – even during peak season.

Enjoy The Picturesque Views And Scenery During Every Outing

Beyond the extensive range of features and stylistic details, every course also delivers a vast and unique assortment of picturesque backdrops. Unlike some of the flatland regions that Florida is often known for, Polk County is rich with geographic diversity that has been seamlessly incorporated into many of the area’s gorgeous courses. With naturally occurring peaks and valleys throughout, golfers will swear that they’ve left the Sunshine State and headed north for a round!

In addition to the many elevation changes, there are numerous other naturally occurring, scenic features that help round out the entire experience. Many courses use some of the region’s 554 lakes, native trees and forests to deliver visual appeal. When coupled with sightings of the indigenous wildlife here such as foxes, sandhill cranes, deer, and even bald eagles, you’ll not only enjoy an amazing gold outing, but also embrace a total sensory experience.

Get In The Know: Understand Some Of The Specific Features And Distinctions Of Polk County Courses

Making the decision to plan a Central Florida vacation for your next golf getaway is the easy part. Deciding which courses to visit can take a little more time. While there are many options to choose from, understanding some of the area’s most prominent and popular layouts available here can help ensure that you and your partners select the right location for optimal enjoyment! A few popular locations to consider include:

Southern Dunes Located in Haines City, Southern Dunes is an award-winning design that has been ranked #6 in Golf Digests “Best Courses in the State.” This course allows some room for error, but predominately caters to serious golfers.

The Club At Eaglebrooke Lakeland locals (as well as Golf Digest) recognize this semi-private club as one that truly offers an experience for virtually every skill level.

Providence Golf Club This Davenport championship course seamlessly blends technical demands and visually appealing scenery for a perfect golfing experience.

Diamondback Golf Club Diamondback Golf Club, located in Haines City offers a unique architectural design that will stimulate players of every handicap.

Ridgewood Lakes Golf Club With 4 and 5 par holes, as well as designated par 3 or executive courses, Ridgewood Lakes is a course that prides itself on offering gimmick free golf. It’s no wonder that this has become a fan favorite amongst locals and tourists alike.

Highlands Reserve Just 10 minutes from Disney World, this unique layout offers affordability and accessibility, while remaining challenging and fun.

Huntington Hills This 18-hole course not only delivers challenging conditions for golfers, but also sits on a North Lakeland community of over 400 homes that offers and assortment of other things to do in Central Florida. Renters here can hit the links in the morning and spend the rest of the day playing tennis, swimming or even dining at the on-premise full service restaurant!

Streamsong® Resort Offers A One Of A Kind Golfing Experience

The vision of legendary course architects Bill Coore, Ben Crenshaw and Tom Doak, this Polk County layout truly is all about the big, the bold and the beautiful. The two unprecedented 18-hole designs that incorporate sprawling lakes and lagoons, ambling landscapes, swells and vast sand dunes offer players a visually stunning, challenging round unlike anything else they’ve ever experience. You have to see it to believe it!

But golf is not the only activity that this property will offer. Streamsong Resort will also feature more than 200 guest rooms, three restaurants, spa, swimming pool and grants guests direct access to bass fishing, hiking trails and a host of other outdoor activities. There will be so much to do at Streamsong Resort and Spa that visitors will virtually always be able to enjoy an exciting and different day – all without ever leaving the resort property.

Lovely Weather Year Round Makes Polk County The Perfect Spot For Your Next Golf Outing

All set and ready to book, but wondering when the best time to plan your Central Florida vacation is? Make no mistake – Florida has more than earned its nickname as the Sunshine State for a reason. With gorgeous weather year-round, anytime is a great time to travel to Polk County.

Looking to really maximize value? It’s important to note that traveling to the region during off-peak times increases travel savings. From hotels, flights, rental cars and even the golf courses themselves, you’ll be able to tap into some of the deepest discounts possible for your Central Florida vacation.