With dozens of amazing golf course in the Fort Myers area, it is quite challenging to pick the top three as a good argument could be made for at least 15 clubs to be included at the top of the list. The three communities that we have selected offer the finest golfing experiences in the Fort Myers area, have earned enduring reputations, and all offer mouth-watering amenities in addition to ample golf time on championship courses. There are also loads of housing options if you choose to live in some of the best golfing communities in the world right here in Fort Myers.
Crown Colony
The prestigious Crown Colony Golf & Country Club in Fort Myers is located in a 403-acre, 21-lake gated community that features magnificent homes and top amenities in a central location. The Crown Colony 18-hole golf course is a challenging, private championship course that plays 7,013 yards, par 72. Golfers of every level will enjoy this course that offers 5 sets of tees. The course shares the native wetlands, mature pines and oaks with its surrounding natural preserve. The Clubhouse features a fitness center, large heated pool, tennis, formal dining room, casual grille room and terrace, social rooms, and men’s and women’s locker rooms.
The golf course and a protected preserve showcasing beautiful views surround the Centex-built homes. The homes are built on meandering streets and cul-de-sacs lined with palm trees and tropical plantings. There are 200 Oxford Point carriage homes (condos) ranging from 1,600 to 2,000 square feet; 139 Cambridge Place homes of 1,800 to 2,453 square feet; and 213 Abbey Row homes of 2,038 to 3,200 square feet. Crown Colony is located in south Fort Myers on Winkler Avenue off Summerlin Road. Both golf and social memberships are available. Membership is optional. The club also welcomes non-resident members. View Crown Colony real estate listings.
Fiddlesticks
Fiddlesticks Country Club includes 600 households whereby every resident is an equity member, featuring 2 18-hole championship golf courses that wind through the community. Enjoy a full range of amenities in addition to golf: new fitness center offering personal training, massages, a variety of classes, physical therapy, 8 tennis courts, a junior Olympic pool, children’s playground and a summer camp for children. Fiddlesticks features a beautiful clubhouse with casual dining on the balcony, formal dining and a variety of social events planned for residents. Ten minutes from the airport, Fiddlesticks has hosted PGA players and the Fiddlesticks Ladies Golf Association is extremely active and considered the premier ladies golf association in the area. View Fiddlesticks real estate listings.
Miromar Lakes
Miromar Lakes Beach & Golf Club has been awarded the gold award for #1 Community of the Year and #1 Best Clubhouse in the U.S. by the National Association of Home Builders. Miromar Lakes is the only community in Southwest Florida to offer waterfront living, beaches and golf all within one location. World-class amenities with over 700 acres of freshwater lakes, 3 miles of white sand beach and signature championship golf gives residents endless opportunities for lake swimming, boating, sailing, water-skiing and fishing. The award-winning Beach Club offers contemporary dining outdoors with panoramic lake and beach views. The European-style spa includes a full-service beauty salon and fitness center with a Pilates studio and Aerobics room. Miromar Lakes features upscale gourmet evening dining indoors and outdoors, a lounge with a wine room, billiards and card room, a 50-seat theater, infinity pool, and world-class concierge service.
Housing options at Miromar Lakes range from luxury waterfront estate homes to waterfront villas and condos along the golf course. Lifestyle options include homes and condos on the waterfront, waterview or golf course settings. Miromar Lakes is located north of Naples off Ben Hill Griffin Parkway between Alico Road and Corkscrew Road. Miromar Lakes is conveniently located near Gulf Coast Town Center, Miromar Outlet Mall, Florida Gulf Coast University, Germain Arena and the airport. View Miromar Lakes real estate listings.