15150 70th Terrace East,
Bradenton, Florida FL 34202
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Patrick M. Gogoel (PGA, Director of Golf).The Course:
18 holes. Tree-lined & open parkland. Gently undulating terrain - easy to walk
Surroundings:
Wetland environment.
Designer:
Tom Fazio
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13 miles NE of Sarasota
From I-75, to the north-east of Sarasota, take exit 213 and go east on University Parkway. After 3 mi turn left into Lorraine Blvd. After 1.9 mi turn right into 70th Terrace E and Ritz-Carlton Members GC.
Ritz-Carlton GC, Sarasota
The Ritz-Carlton Golf Club, Sarasota is not to be missed. This Tom Fazio designed Florida gem is one of the best golf courses in the Tampa Bay area. It's also home to the "Lion's Den" (see Did You Know section below).
In a wonderfully natural setting adjacent to the Braden River, where forested wetland and open fields are all you see from the course, 16 lakes and constantly rolling terrain provide a scenic backdrop to each and every hole. You'll play from many elevated tees, down to awaiting good-width fairways and, on several occasions, back up to elevated greens. Smooth-lined, high-lipped and sharp-edged bunkering features strongly around the often large, undulating and immaculately maintained greens.
Although the feel is relatively open, accompanying you throughout the round is abundant vegetation in the form of tree plantings, flowering shrubs, mulched beds, informal native grasses and marshland areas. Large oak trees were relocated to key locations on the elevated course surrounds, while hundreds of nursery-grown trees have also been incorporated, including pines, palms and live oaks.
What sets The Ritz-Carlton Golf Club above many of Florida's other top-quality layouts is the perfect blending of natural wetland, open lakes, superbly crafted holes and constant, though not tiring, elevation changes. Add in top-quality course conditioning, services and amenities, and you have an exceptional golf facility that justifiably ranks alongside the Sunshine State's elite.
Stay&Play at Ritz-Carlton: this golf course can only be played by its members and guests staying at the Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota (see Where2Stay section below).
Resort guests (staying at Ritz-Carlton Sarasota Resort) can book to play on weekdays and weekends. No outside visitor play available.
Must book in advance. Closed Mondays.
Non-metal spikes preferred. Visitors can opt to walk or use a golf cart, but must take a caddie (Ritz-Carlton Caddie Concierge Program).
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The last three holes on the Ritz-Carlton Sarasota course are collectively known as the "Lion's Den" ... a tough finishing stretch comprising the long par-3 16th, and par-4 17th and 18th.
The Lion's Den has frequently drawn comparisons with two other challenging three-hole closing sequences in Florida, the "Snake Pit" on Innisbrook's Copperhead course (holes 16, 17 & 18), and the "Bear Trap" at PGA National GC (holes 15, 16 & 17). Players that complete the Lion's Den in par or better receive a prize from the golf shop celebrating the achievement.
The Ritz-Carlton Golf Club is recognized by Audubon International for its environmental excellence, designated as a Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary.
1111 Ritz-Carlton Drive, Sarasota, FL 34236
+1 (941) 309 2000
Visit websiteAt The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota, casual Gulf Coast lifestyle blends with the sophisticated, cosmopolitan excitement of the city. Featuring lavish accommodations, exceptional dining, a luxury spa, 18-hole Tom Fazio-designed championship golf course, Members Beach Club and sweeping ocean and marina views. The Ritz-Carlton Sarasota provides guests with a relaxing and luxurious escape from the everyday.
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Ritz-Carlton GC (15 mi); Legacy at Lakewood Ranch; University Park; Oak Ford; Venetian; River Strand; Waterlefe; Greenfield Plantation; Stoneybrook at Heritage Harbour.
124th US Open: the No.2 Course at Pinehurst once again plays host to this most illustrious championship (June 13-16). Wyndham Clark defends his title, having won at Los Angeles CC in 2023.
79th Women’s US Open: the second women’s major championship of the season gets underway at Lancaster CC in Pennsylvania. It’s the second time the championship has been held here.
(May 30-June 2).
Nelly Korda: won the Mizuho Americas Open (May 16-19) at Liberty National GC, continuing her extraordinary form in LPGA events. This was her sixth win in seven starts in 2024.
Xander Schauffele: recorded his first major championship win, and second record-equalling low score of 62 in a major. Only he, Branden Grace, Rickie Fowler and Shane Lowry have achieved this feat in a men’s major championship.
Marco Simone Golf & Country Club: With a clubhouse that might befit a Roman Emperor, and a golf course to match, you can be sure of a memorable outing at Rome's most talked about golf facility.
Jim Fazio's original layout was much changed to create a modern Ryder Cup course ... now one of the Eternal City's (and Italy's) most revered.
Here at Prince’s Golf Club you'll find 27 excellent holes of links golf. Just over the fence and sharing similar terrain is Royal St George’s; but Prince’s is far from overshadowed by its venerable neighbour. The three nine-hole loops at Prince's, laid out over gently undulating terrain, are sure to bring a smile of satisfaction to all lovers of links golf.
Stay&Play at Prince's: excellent onsite Lodge accommodation available
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