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The Villages Golf Guide

56 Courses.
42 Free to Play.

What Are the HOA and CDD Fees in The Villages?

When you buy a home in The Villages, you'll encounter both CDD (Community Development District) and HOA (Homeowners Association) fees that vary by neighborhood. The executive golf courses are included with your CDD fee, which is one of the reasons they're free to play. Let Lili walk you through the costs for any specific community you're considering.

A Golfer's Paradise

The Villages is home to 56 golf courses, making it one of the largest golf communities in the world. The crown jewel of the system is the 42 executive courses, which are free for residents to play. That means you can tee off any day of the week without paying a green fee.

42
Executive Courses

Free for residents. Par-3 and par-4 layouts ranging from 1,800 to 2,600 yards. Perfect for a quick round or improving your short game.

12
Championship Courses

Full 18-hole championship layouts designed by top architects. Member rates available for residents, with course-by-course membership options.

2
Putting Greens

Practice facilities and putting greens available across the community for sharpening your skills before heading to the first tee.

100+
Golf Clubs & Leagues

Resident-led golf clubs, leagues, and social groups. From competitive scramble teams to casual Saturday morning groups.

Championship Courses

For golfers who want a full-length championship experience, The Villages offers 12 premium courses designed by renowned architects. Each course has its own character, from links-style layouts to parkland designs winding through natural Florida landscape.

Hacienda Hills Golf & Country Club

Desert-inspired, dramatic elevation
6,800 yards

Lopez Legacy Golf & Country Club

Nancy Lopez signature, strategic bunkering
7,000 yards

The Lakes Golf Club

Waterfront holes, scenic lake views
6,500 yards

The Links at Spruce Creek South

Links-style, open fairways
6,900 yards

Broad Stripes Golf & Social Club

Wide fairways, social atmosphere
6,400 yards

Orange Blossom Hills Country Club

Classic Florida layout, mature trees
6,200 yards
Golfer teeing off on a beautiful Florida golf course

New to Golf?

The Villages is one of the best places in the country to learn golf. The executive courses are designed for all skill levels, there's no pressure to be great, and the social aspect makes every round fun.

  • Free lessons available through resident golf clubs
  • Executive courses designed for beginners and casual players
  • Golf cart paths connect most courses to neighborhoods
  • Leagues and groups for every skill level
  • Online tee time reservations through the community system
Plan Your Visit

Find Your Perfect Course

Curious about which courses match your style? Lili can help you find a home near your favorite fairways and set up a golf tour of The Villages.

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