Villa Del Ray Golf Course is a municipal facility in Delray Beach, Florida, designed by Frank Batto. The course serves the local community as an accessible public option in Palm Beach County, where golf real estate and private clubs dominate much of the landscape. Batto, who worked primarily in Florida during the mid-to-late twentieth century, designed several courses across the state with an emphasis on playability for everyday golfers rather than championship length or severe hazards. The layout occupies relatively flat terrain typical of coastal South Florida, with water hazards and bunkers providing the primary strategic elements. Palm trees and tropical vegetation frame many holes, and the course reflects the straightforward design principles common to municipal golf in the region during its era—generous fairways, modest greens, and a routing that accommodates steady play. The setting is residential and suburban, with the course integrated into the surrounding Delray Beach neighborhoods. Villa Del Ray functions as a practice-friendly facility, offering golfers a place to work on their games without the pressure or expense of resort or private club environments. The course appeals to retirees, beginners, and local players seeking convenient access and a relaxed pace. Its role in the Delray Beach golf scene is primarily recreational rather than competitive, providing an unpretentious option in a market known for high-profile destinations.