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Waterlefe Golf & River Club
1022 Fish Hook CoveBradenton, FL 34202
Phone: (941)744-9771Fax: (941)744-0881
Waterlefe’s natural setting is composed of a collection of signature golf holes designed by course architect, Ted McAnlis, along the Manatee River. Within its layout, the course presents a challenge for all golfers, who have the opportunity to customize their golf game with five sets of tees for each hole, playing 6,908 yards from the back tees. Features include five unforgettable holes that touch and border the scenic Manatee river.
| Holes: 18 | Greens: Tifeagle | Fairways: Bermuda Grass |
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| Greens Fees: | $50-$79 |
| Course Type: | semi-private |
| Dress Code: | No denim, collared shirt required |
| Season: | Open all year |
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Course reviews for Waterlefe Golf & River Club
Average Golfer Review (4.6 Stars):
Number of Reviews: 5
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Beautiful, Wonderful, Difficult Course, Jul 30, 2008 |
| reviewer: Andrea Z
from Albany, NY |
| We have golfed at this course for many years, when visiting family in Florida. It is our favorite course. While there are a number of very difficult holes [especially from the men's tees, which need to carry over much difficulty], it is well worth it. The holes along the Manatee River are beautiful. When the winds are blowing, it can be particularly challenging, but that shouldn't stop you. I have never tired of the course. It is pretty atypical for a "Florida" course. If you are visiting the area, you should definitely play the course...but bring some extra golf balls!!! |
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 Each hole has a different challenge., Mar 29, 2006 |
| reviewer: Tony Jones
from Winterbourne, Bristol, England |
| Each of the 18 holes offers an interesting and at times a different challenge to any club golfer who has had the pleasure to visit the Waterlefe Golf & Country Club. This January was our second year playing at Waterlefe, having travelled from the UK, staying with friends who reside within the Golf and Country Club complex. Appreciated the very warm welcome from the Pro-Shop staff and everyone in the Club House. |
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Love the Greens, Jun 04, 2004 |
| reviewer: Tom
from Trinity Fl |
| Excellent golfing experience. Very tough but fun and course was is excellent shape. Greens were running at 11 and best I've seen. |
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Very well maintained, May 21, 2004 |
| reviewer: Dan Rice
from Placida, Fl. USA |
| Course was well maintained and the staff was more than helpfull. |
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Waterlefe - Exceptional Winter Golf Experience, Feb 15, 2004 |
| reviewer: Robert Snider
from Tampa, Florida |
| The first thing you notice about Waterlefe Golf and River Club is the beautiful landscaping aligning the drive to the clubhouse. The course is no different. It was in exceptional condition. We played the ball down with no alibies. While the "High Season" rates are a bit steep,(they include a sleeve of Pro V1's), the course could not have been in better shape. The Tifeagle greens, a form of Bermuda which requires no winter rye overseed, were in mid-summer form, even in February, and arguably the finest greens of any course anywhere. There are a number of holes which require a significant "carry" over either water or other non-playable terrain, so it may provide more challenge than most high handicappers prefer. Play about the course moved well and we saw the ranger numerous times throughout the round. Interestingly, the sign on the ranger's cart reads "player assistance." The carts are equipped with GPS which provided us with almost all the distance and hole layout information we needed to play the correct shots. My partner and I played with two member/residents, Gary and Angelo, who were friendly and helpful, as was the staff. The layout was well designed, providing some breathtaking views, and did not resemble the typical flat Florida concept. I highly recommend this course to anyone who craves the high-end country club experience without having to actually join one. |