About Lely Resort Golf and Country Club
Lely Resort Golf and Country Club, located in southwest Florida's Gulf Coast, offers 54 holes of exceptional golf designed by legendary names Robert Trent Jones, Sr., Lee Trevino, and Gary Player. The public access Flamingo Island and Mustang courses, as well as the private Classics course, provide a serene and stunning atmosphere for golf enthusiasts. The courses feature undulating fairways, pristine greens, and abundant water, creating a challenging yet enjoyable experience. With generous fairways, immaculate greens, and strategically placed bunkers, golfers of all skill levels can appreciate the courses' beauty and complexity. The staff is friendly and accommodating, making for an exceptional experience. Whether playing a round or staying at the resort, Lely Resort Golf and Country Club is a world-class destination for relaxation, rejuvenation, and great golf.
I played the Mustang course on 11/14. The fairways were generous considering the course is located in a resort neighborhood. The greens were immaculate and not as fast as I would have guessed. It was a fun course. I’m a 17 HCP and had no issues playing bogey golf. I was able to get a tee time as a single and was grouped with 3 great guys. The only downside for me was the 3 day advanced tee time. I was planning a vacation so I had to hope I could get a tee time once I was in the area. But, I had no problem getting a mid morning tee time. This is one of the nicer courses near Marco Island that will allow non-members or non-resort guests to play. It was an exceptional...read full review
Wife took my to stay at the greenling’s and play a round at Lely. The course and facilities were really nice, world class. I wish I could walk this golf course. I can’t wait to go back.
Flamingo: A 5-star course! Greens are in very good conditions with undulations on acceptable speeds. The front-9 is more about lakes while the back-9 is with pine tree lines. There are plenty of huge fairway bunkers strategically placed to make the fairways narrower to increase difficulties. There are also rolling hills to make the course more interesting in S. Florida.Mustang: At best a 4-star course! Some greens and fairways do have burned spots. These spots on the greens do not affect putting; in fact, the green speeds are very good too. This is a much simpler course with wide-open fairways than the Flamigo.It's recommended to check for aerification schedules before...read full review