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Plantation Golf & Country Club

Designed by Ron Garl/(R) Stephen Kay, ASGCA and opened in 1980
Bobcat - Venice, Florida

Course Details

Holes:
18
Par:
72
Length:
6813 yards
Slope:
137
Rating:
73.7
Driving Ranges:
Yes

The 18-hole "Bobcat" course at the Plantation Golf & Country Club facility in Venice, Florida features 6813 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 72. The course rating is 73.7 and it has a slope rating of 137. The estimated green fees for 18 holes is $130. Plantation Golf & Country Club Golf Club has an onsite driving range with 6 practice tees. Designed by Ron Garl/(R) Stephen Kay, ASGCA, the Bobcat golf course opened in 1980.

Estimated Green Fees
$130
These rates are an estimate of what you might expect to pay at Bobcat with a cart. Actual rates may vary.
Fees are typically lowest Monday through Thursday and during twilight (late afternoon and evenings). Expect to pay the highest rates on weekends.

Other Golf Courses at this facility

Plantation Golf & Country Club
Panther
Image 18 Holes
Image 72 Par
Image 6813 Yards

Scorecard for Bobcat

HOLE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 OUT 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 IN TOT
Black74.00/140 393 418 184 528 430 158 392 351 538 3392 435 401 193 530 360 181 523 386 412 3421 6813
Blue72.20/135 369 392 167 504 417 153 365 343 515 3225 420 387 178 503 354 172 508 372 397 3291 6516
White70.60/130 352 375 144 477 392 145 348 332 487 3052 362 367 159 470 340 159 495 332 374 3058 6110
Gold68.70/124 327 354 128 445 365 129 320 311 460 2839 339 357 149 427 318 135 443 308 340 2816 5655
Gold (L)74.00/131 327 354 128 445 365 129 320 311 460 2839 339 357 149 427 318 135 443 308 340 2816 5655
Red71.40/123 320 324 101 425 329 121 285 294 424 2623 304 336 123 390 310 113 427 301 331 2635 5258
Par 4 4 3 5 4 3 4 4 5 36 4 4 3 5 4 3 5 4 4 36 72
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Plantation Golf & Country Club in Venice, Florida is not only a great place to play golf, it’s also a great place to call home. It’s one of Venice’s premier country club communities and sits on more than 1300 acres with about 2,600 residences. Home styles include maintenance-free villas, patio homes, condominiums and single-family homes.

Plantation Golf & Country Club is owned by Concert Golf Partners, one of the fastest-growing private club ownership companies in the US. Concert currently has over 30 properties in its portfolio, spanning 16 states from Massachusetts to Texas. As a member of one club, you become a member at all of them, so you can play a round of golf or tennis, swim, or dine at another Concert Golf property during your travels.

The centerpiece of the community is the two 18-hole championship golf courses. Both the Bobcat and Panther golf courses were designed by Lakeland, Florida-based golf course architect Ron Garl. Each year since 1988, Plantation Golf & Country Club has played host to the LPGA Tour Qualifier event and the club’s reputation continues to grow in stature.

In September 2022, Hurricane Ian did a number on the west coast of Florida, and Plantation Country Club did not make it unscathed. As a result, the golf courses now have a different look and feel than when I played them in 2019. Between the two courses, Plantation lost between 450 – 500 trees. The main clubhouse and fitness buildings received a complete remodel, several pickleball and bocce courts needed to be replaced, and the tennis courts were redone with a Har-Tru surface.

The Bobcat Course is consistently ranked among Florida's top 50 courses by Golfweek Magazine and is considered by many to be one of the finest and most challenging 18-hole courses in the area. According to Garl, more earth was moved to create the rolling hills on the Bobcat Course than any other course in Florida. With seven sets of tees, Bobcat can be played anywhere from 6,813 to 4,551 yards.

For me, the most memorable holes on Bobcat are Numbers 5 and 18. Five is a 392-yard, par 4 dogleg right and the course’s #1 handicap hole for men. Members refer to Number 5 as “Big Foot” because of the large foot-shaped bunker at the corner of the dogleg. Should you encounter Big Foot off the tee, par is a lot tougher. Your approach shot plays to a large, well-undulated green that is protected by a long, narrow bunker front left. A retaining wall frames the entire left side of the putting green and adds to the overall beauty of the hole.

Number 18 is considered by local golfers, members, and LPGA Tour players to be one of the finest finishing holes anywhere! From the White Tees, it plays 374 yards and can be a tricky driving hole with two fairway bunkers on the left, one on the right, and water beyond that. A tee shot over the bunkers on the left tee that finds the fairway will leave a short pitch shot into a triangular green with bunkers in front and behind, with water guarding the entire right side. From the fairway, you’ll have a stunning view of the entire greens complex, stone retaining wall, and the clubhouse.

It's often said that “practice makes perfect,” and The Learning Center helps members get the most out of their golf game. They use the FlightScope Launch Monitor and various club-fitting systems to help you take your game to the next level. Practice facilities include a multi-sided driving range, 2 practice putting greens, and 3 short game areas for chipping. They also have major equipment manufacturers come in for “Demo Days” where you can try all the latest and greatest golf gear. Private and group lessons are available from the professional golf staff as are one-on-one club-fitting sessions.

If golf’s not your thing, there’s still plenty to do at The Club. For racquet sports players, Plantation features 13 Har-Tru tennis courts, 5 of which are lit for night play, and 6 pickleball courts. Another popular activity at Plantation Golf & Country Club is bocce ball. There are 4 courts located behind the Tennis Pro Shop and instruction and tips are available.

Plantation’s Fitness Center is stocked with weight machines, stationary bikes, treadmills, ellipticals, and free weights. There’s also a full fitness calendar that includes classes such as Zumba, Yoga, Balance and Tone, TRX, and Arms & Abs. You’ll find that getting healthy has never been easier or more fun!

For swimmers, Plantation’s heated Junior Olympic-size pool is a popular place to swim a few laps. There’s also a heated Jacuzzi spa that seats 10 and food and beverage service is available poolside. It’s the perfect place to relax while enjoying some Florida sunshine.

Dining is an important aspect of any private club. Plantation Golf & Country Club offers several dining venues creating a wide variety of food options. The Club’s Executive Chef and team of culinary artists put together weekly specials using locally sourced foods to create a wide selection of dishes that will tease your palate. Festive parties and events are held throughout the year for members and their guests.

Plantation offers several membership categories to meet the needs of just about anyone. A Full Membership gives you access to everything the club has to offer - golf, tennis, fitness center, Aquatic Center, and all of the activities in and around the Clubhouse. A Sports and Fitness Membership includes everything, but golf is limited. As a Social Member, you’ll have unlimited access to the Clubhouse and all social activities, the Fitness and Aquatic Centers, bocce, and pickleball courts with limited golf and tennis opportunities.

Plantation Golf & Country Club is located near Venice on Florida's southwest coast. It’s just minutes away from nearby Sarasota and the Gulf beaches and has a lot to offer.

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The course was in excellent condition. The greens were super. The LPGA qualifier was just held there in early October, need I say more.

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500 Rockley Blvd, Venice, FL
34293-4300
(941) 497-1494
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