‘Social golf’ course includes mix of par 3s, 4s and 5s
LAKEWOOD RANCH, Florida – Calusa Country Club in Lakewood Ranch, Fla. will unveil a new 12-hole golf course this winter. Designed by Gordon Lewis, the new course will take a unique spin on the standard course model, offering a mix of par 3, 4 and 5 holes while providing a quicker alternative to a full 18-hole round.
Calusa Country Club is a Lennar Homes master-planned golf community, and part of the award-winning Lakewood Ranch area.
Calusa Country Club opened its new 18-hole championship course, also designed by Lewis, to public play on Feb. 1,. The par-72, 7,400-yard layout features Tif Eagle greens, Bimini grass fairways, and beautiful white sand bunkers with water in play on all 18 holes. The new 12-hole course will play to a par of 48 and can play as long as 4,895 yards.
Calusa Country Club’s growing list of golf amenities includes a nearly one-acre practice putting course with an adjacent snack bar, fire pit and seating area; an aqua driving range; a short game practice area; and a golf simulator in the clubhouse. The ‘social golf’ concept of the 12-hole course, large putting course and simulator are geared toward making golf fun and accessible for people of ages and abilities.
The 12-hole course routing features a mix of par 3s, 4s and 5s, including:
Hole 1 – Short par 4 playing from 251 yards to 354 yards
Hole 2 – Long par 5 playing from 412 yards to 549 yards
Hole 3 – Par 3 playing from 97 yards to 212 yards
Hole 4 – Par 5 playing from 393 yards to 497 yards
Hole 5 – Short par 4 playing from 255 yards to 350 yards
Hole 6 – Par 4 playing from 305 yards to 385
Hole 7 – Par 4 playing from 220 yards to 400 yards
Hole 8 – Par 3 playing from 84 yards to 117 yards
Hole 9 – Par 4 playing from 276 yards to 409 yards
Hole 10 – Par 5 playing from 365 yards to 505 yards
Hole 11 – Par 3 playing from 109 yards to 187 yards
Hole 12 – Short par 4 playing from 211 yards to 314
“The 12-hole course at Calusa has two of my favorite holes of all time. No. 2 is a “cape” hole, which means bite off what you dare on the drive. It’s always been one of my favorite shots,” said Lewis. “I played one on my granddad’s home course a few times every summer – it just really makes you think and isn’t that what golf is all about? And then there is No. 8 – it’s a little cutie.
“With a tee that is 200 feet wide, golfers will have a different angle of attack every day they play. Plus, it’s one of those tough little, short “touch” shots to a shallow green. I know golfers are going to enjoy this fun, quick to play, journey as much as we loved building it.”
“We congratulate Lennar and the team at Calusa Country Club on the upcoming opening of their new 12-hole course,” said Troon Chief Operating Officer Bruce Glasco. “The golf amenities they are creating at Calusa are making the game more fun and accessible for all. Troon is proud to partner with a forward-thinking organization and honored to help them execute the vision.”
“At Calusa Country Club, we are redefining what the golf experience can look like. The new 12-hole course caters to the growing demand for faster, more flexible play without compromising variety or challenge. It’s a forward-thinking design that makes the game more accessible, especially for juniors, newcomers, and time-conscious players, while still delivering the strategic elements experienced golfers appreciate.
“As part of Lennar’s commitment to creating vibrant, connected communities, we are proud to pair this innovative course with amenities like our expansive putting course, golf simulator, and junior golf programs. We are not just building a course; we are helping grow the next generation of the game,” said Matthew Koratich, Director of Community Management – Lennar Southwest Florida.
Calusa Country Club is open to public play with Annual Golf Pass Memberships available for purchase.
For more information on Calusa Country Club or to make a tee time, visit www.calusacc.com.