
Deer Island Course
Deer Island Country Club
Public: #625
Public: #460
Public: #33



About this course
Deer Island Country Club, built on a unique island setting in Central Florida, presents a golfer's escape where water is as much a playing partner as the other members in your foursome. The course, while not steeped in championship lore, provides a compelling test amid a distinctive landscape. Architect Joe Leeβs design winds its way across the island, a layout that favors strategic play over brute force. Water hazards loom large, demanding accuracy from tee to green and a deft touch around the putting surfaces. While wide fairways are present, the course's numerous doglegs, penal bunkers, and ever-present water, ensure no two rounds play the same. Deer Island offers a haven for those seeking a relaxed, yet challenging golfing experience. After your round, the 19th hole is a warm gathering spot, where tales of near misses and triumphant birdies are shared over local fare. The membership enjoys a social calendar filled with member events, cultivating a strong sense of community that extends beyond the fairways.
Quick facts
- Location
- Tavares, FL, USA
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 1994
- Holes
- 18
- Designer
- Joe Lee
- Par
- 72
- Length
- 7,029 yards
- Difficulty
- 74.2/145
- Course Vaults score
- 7.8
Getting there
The journey to Deer Island Country Club begins at Orlando International Airport (MCO), roughly an hour's drive northwest into the rolling terrain of central Florida's lake country. From MCO, the route traces north through suburban sprawl before surrendering to a quieter landscape of Spanish moss-draped oaks and mirror-still lakes that define the region around Tavares. The final approach winds through the gentle, wooded terrain of Lake County, where the club's private gates emerge along the shoreline - a serene arrival that marks the transition from the bustle of the tourist corridor to the understated elegance of Old Florida's golfing heritage.

FAQ
Common questions about Deer Island
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Deer Island has a Course Vaults score of 7.8 out of 10 based on 9 logged golfers.
Deer Island was designed by Joe Lee.
Yes. Deer Island is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Deer Island is 72.
Deer Island plays 7,029 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Deer Island is 145.


