Orange Lake Resort and Country Club

The Legends at Orange Lake Resort features three nine-hole layouts in Kissimmee, Florida, with the East Village nine forming part of this Arnold Palmer-designed complex. Developed as part of a large vacation ownership resort near Walt Disney World, the course opened in phases during the 1980s and 1990s, offering golf as an amenity within a broader hospitality property. Palmer's design work here reflects the practical requirements of resort golf: accessible routing for varied skill levels, straightforward strategic choices, and maintenance considerations suited to high play volumes. The East Village nine plays through central Florida terrain characteristic of the region—relatively flat with water hazards integrated into the routing. Palmer's approach typically emphasizes generous fairways balanced by strategic bunkering and water placement that rewards accurate approach shots. The layout incorporates the natural wetlands common to this part of Osceola County, with several holes featuring forced carries or water running alongside fairways and greens. Pine and palm trees frame many holes, providing definition without severe penalty for moderate misses. As part of a resort property, the course serves primarily vacationing golfers and timeshare guests rather than a traditional membership. The facility focuses on accessibility and pace of play, with the nine-hole format allowing flexible tee time options. The setting places golfers within easy reach of Orlando's theme parks and attractions, making it a convenient option for visitors seeking golf as part of a broader vacation rather than a destination golf experience.