The Glades Resort Golf Course Review
February 18, 2023
This winter RV season we decided to spend some time in Florida. Although we are home based in Pensacola, we have never spent time traveling and golfing in the state.
So we took out the map and charted a course to the Florida Keys. Since we are retired, we decided we would not be in any kind of rush and would take our time traveling south.
Our first stop was Orlando, to visit our friends Jan and Mike.
From there we headed to central Florida, where we have been for about four weeks now and we are really enjoying playing the local golf courses near our RV park.
One local course is the Glades Resort Golf Course located in Moore Haven, Florida.
This 9-hole course is located inside the Glades Resort RV Living. The course has 4 sets of tees:
- Blue tee yardage is 3167
- White tee yardage is 2946
- Gold tee yardage is 2613
- Red tee yardage is 2261
We have traditionally been 18-hole golfers – I mean come on….we have named our blog 18 Holes and Counting – but with Marc’s recent foot surgery, playing 9-holes has been less stressful on his foot during the healing process.
The Glades Resort Golf Course is a fun little course to play and provides the right amount of challenges for both of us.
Surprisingly, by the second hole I found myself actually more relaxed than what I usually am when playing. I started to embrace that playing nine holes is less stressful. Perhaps it’s because I am not thinking so much about my total score, like can I break 100 or possibly 90 today? (Come on, a girl can dream can’t she?!?!)
I started to experiment a little, trying that lob shot that I have been afraid to attempt in a more serious 18-hole round. Even though the course was busy, it didn’t feel overcrowded and I was able to hit multiple balls from the same spot without feeling as though I was slowing down the groups behind us.
Check in was smooth and quick. The staff was friendly and proudly gave us a run down of the course.
The overall condition of the course was great. Even the holes were cleanly cut!
The Glades Resort Golf Course is conducive to walking. Often when I play golf, I try and exercise my option to walk a course (this is not always possible as some golf courses mandate that you use a golf cart), but this track’s layout made walking an easy option.
We have been able to golf twice at Glades Resort Golf Course while in the area, and both times we have really enjoyed the 9-hole option.
Based on our score card rating……. We give Glade Resort Golf Course a Birdie.
Don’t get me wrong, 18 holes is still my preferred option. Heck, if time permits, I’d rather play as many holes as I possibly can.
But what I’ve discovered – is that nine can be just fine!
Fairways and Greens – We are 18 Holes and Counting
Written By Kathy Festa
COURSE REVIEW SCORE CARD
Course: The Glades Resort Golf Course
Type: Resort Golf
Date Played: 13 February 2023
| HOLE | PAR | SCORE | COMMENTS |
| 1 – Tee Time Availability | 4 | 3 | We had no problem getting the tee time we wanted. |
| 2 – Cost of Green Fees | 4 | 3 | Comparable with other courses in the area. We took advantage of the twilight fees. |
| 3 – Condition of Tee Boxes | 4 | 4 | Good condition. |
| 4 – Condition of Fairways | 5 | 5 | Well maintained. |
| 5 – Condition of Greens | 4 | 4 | Greens were in good condition. |
| 6 – Length of Course | 5 | 5 | Good length for all handicaps. |
| 7 – Hazards | 4 | 4 | Bunkers and water hazards were strategically placed throughout the course. |
| 8 – Starter/Marshal | 3 | 3 | The Marshal did a good job of keeping players moving. |
| 9 – High Handicap Friendly | 3 | 3 | Tee boxes were competitively placed. |
| OUT | 36 | 34 | |
| 10 – Practice Area | 5 | 6 | Driving range is not at course. |
| 11 – Locker Rooms | 3 | 3 | None. |
| 12 – Pro Shop | 4 | 4 | No real pro-shop, but they do have balls and tees for sale. |
| 13 – Location | 4 | 4 | Easy to get to. |
| 14 – Rental Equipment | 4 | 3 | Available at no cost. |
| 15 – Restaurant/Food Cart | 4 | 4 | No Food Cart. Small restaurant that is open until 2:00 p.m. daily. |
| 16 – Club House | 4 | 4 | No Club House |
| 17 – Parking | 3 | 3 | Plenty of parking available. |
| 18 – Customer Service | 5 | 3 | OUTSTANDING. Everyone was gracious and helpful. |
| IN | 36 | 34 | |
| TOTAL | 72 | 68 | PLAYER: Kathy F. ATTESTED BY: Marc F. |
Glad to hear you are out on the course again. Better start practising as I will be seeing you before long! Happy days!
Jean – we look forward to your visit. Safe travels and see you soon!! XoXo….Kath
We are famous!
Jan – Yes you are!! XoXo….Kath