Myerlee Country Club

Myerlee Country Club sits in Fort Myers on Florida's Gulf Coast, designed by Arthur Hills and opened in the mid-1970s during a period of significant residential golf development in the region. Hills, known for his work throughout Florida and the Midwest, typically emphasized strategic bunkering and green complexes that reward thoughtful course management. The layout occupies relatively flat terrain characteristic of southwest Florida, with fairways framed by mature tropical vegetation including palms and native pines that define playing corridors and provide a sense of enclosure. The course routing incorporates water features on multiple holes, a common element in this low-lying coastal environment where lakes and retention ponds serve both aesthetic and drainage functions. Hills generally favored generous landing areas off the tee while concentrating challenge around the greens, and Myerlee reflects this philosophy with putting surfaces that feature subtle contours and protective bunkering. The design accommodates a range of skill levels, making it accessible for daily member play while maintaining enough strategic interest for competitive rounds. As a private country club facility, Myerlee serves a residential membership drawn from the surrounding Fort Myers community and seasonal residents attracted to southwest Florida's climate. The club functions as a traditional country club with social and dining amenities complementing the golf course. The layout has matured over several decades, with tree growth and landscape development enhancing the original design framework that Hills established.