
Tierra Del Sol Course
Tierra Del Sol Golf Club

About this course
Tierra Del Sol Golf Club is one of the original courses within The Villages, a sprawling retirement community in central Florida that has grown into one of the largest concentrations of golf facilities in the United States. Designed by Lloyd Clifton and opened in the early development phase of The Villages, the course reflects the community's emphasis on accessible, resident-focused golf rather than championship-level challenge. Clifton, who designed several courses throughout Florida during the latter decades of the twentieth century, created layouts that prioritize playability and pace of play for the active adult population. The course occupies relatively flat terrain typical of central Florida, with routing that incorporates water hazards, bunkers, and mature landscaping to define holes and create visual interest across the property. The design allows for multiple tee options to accommodate varying skill levels, a common feature throughout The Villages' golf portfolio. Fairways are generally generous, and greens are moderately sized with gentle contours, supporting the community's high-volume play and social golf culture. Tierra Del Sol serves primarily as a neighborhood course for Villages residents, who enjoy access through the community's golf membership programs. The club operates within the broader Villages golf system, where the emphasis is on convenience, friendly competition, and maintaining an active lifestyle. The course hosts regular member events and league play, contributing to the social fabric of this retirement community where golf is central to daily life for many residents.
Quick facts
- Location
- The Villages, FL, USA
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 1996
- Holes
- 18
- Designer
- Lloyd Clifton
- Par
- 72
- Length
- 6,832 yards
- Difficulty
- 72.4/122
- Course Vaults score
- 7.0
Getting there
Tierra Del Sol Golf Club sits within The Villages, a sprawling master-planned community in central Florida, most easily accessed via Orlando International Airport (MCO), roughly ninety minutes to the north - a straightforward drive south through the gentle roll of Florida's interior landscape. Private aviation traffic favors Ocala International Airport (OCF), positioned midway between Orlando and The Villages, offering a more discreet arrival for those traveling by charter. The final leg carries you through the distinctive architecture and manicured streetscapes of The Villages itself, where Spanish colonial revival buildings and championship-caliber landscaping announce your entry into one of America's most intentionally designed golf communities, before depositing you at Tierra Del Sol's gates - a sanctuary of championship design set apart within the larger resort ecosystem.

FAQ
Common questions about Tierra Del Sol
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Tierra Del Sol has a Course Vaults score of 7.0 out of 10 based on 7 logged golfers.
Tierra Del Sol was designed by Lloyd Clifton.
Yes. Tierra Del Sol is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Tierra Del Sol is 72.
Tierra Del Sol plays 6,832 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Tierra Del Sol is 122.



