Indian River Colony Club occupies a residential setting in Melbourne on Florida's Space Coast, positioned between the Atlantic beaches and the Indian River Lagoon. Gordon G. Lewis designed the course, which opened in the mid-1980s as the centerpiece of a private country club community. Lewis, a Florida-based architect active during the state's golf development boom, created layouts throughout the region that typically emphasized playability for a range of skill levels while working within the flat terrain characteristic of coastal Florida. The routing navigates relatively level ground with strategic use of water hazards, bunkers, and native vegetation to define holes and create visual interest. Several holes incorporate views toward natural wetland areas that are common in this part of Brevard County. The design reflects the era's approach to resort-style residential golf, with generous fairway corridors and greens that reward accurate approach play without excessive penal features. Mature landscaping and tropical plantings frame many holes, providing definition and shade in the subtropical climate. Indian River Colony Club functions as a traditional private country club with amenities beyond golf, including tennis, swimming, and dining facilities. The membership draws primarily from the local Melbourne area and seasonal residents attracted to the Space Coast's combination of coastal access, proximity to Kennedy Space Center, and year-round golf climate. The course serves as a neighborhood amenity and social hub rather than a tournament venue, maintaining conditions suited to regular member play throughout Florida's demanding growing season.