COURSE INFO

The North Course at Ardea Country Club is a championship‑style layout known for its demanding shot values and meticulously renewed playing surfaces. Featuring freshly renovated greens, more than 80 strategically positioned bunkers, and abundant water features, the course delivers a rigorous yet rewarding test for golfers. With tee boxes stretching from 5,100 to 6,700 yards, it offers a challenging and engaging private golf experience in the Tampa area.

Holes: 18   Yards: 6,616  Par: 72   Rating: 73.5   Slope: 146  

HOLE-BY-HOLE

1st Hole

Par 5 · 518

Pro’s Tip:
Good starting hole, water down left side of fairway, good chance to make birdie to start the round

Tee 1: 518

Tee 2: 495

Tee 3: 409

Tee 4: 409

Tee 5: 327

2nd Hole

Par 4 · 361

Pro’s Tip:
Short Par 4, important to keep the ball in the fairway, subtle breaks on the green

Tee 1: 361

Tee 2: 349

Tee 3: 327

Tee 4: 327

Tee 5: 273

3rd Hole

Par 5 · 554

Pro’s Tip:
Signature hole, three shot par 5, important to miss the fairway bunkers, water and bunkers guard the green

Tee 1: 554

Tee 2: 543

Tee 3: 520

Tee 4: 405

Tee 5: 405

4th Hole

Par 4 · 414

Pro’s Tip:
Challenging par 4, good tee sheet will leave a mid iron to the green, missing left of the green is a sure double bogey

Tee 1: 414

Tee 2: 385

Tee 3: 365

Tee 4: 308

Tee 5: 308

5th Hole

Par 4 · 341

Pro’s Tip:
Short par 4, water guards the left side of the fairway

Tee 1: 341

Tee 2: 308

Tee 3: 281

Tee 4: 281

Tee 5: 236

6th Hole

Par 3 · 139

Pro’s Tip:
Devilish par 3, be cognizant of the wind

Tee 1: 139

Tee 2: 130

Tee 3: 117

Tee 4: 117

Tee 5: 109

7th Hole

Par 4 · 385

Pro’s Tip:
Hardest driving hole on the course, trouble on both sides, uphill second shot

Tee 1: 385

Tee 2: 353

Tee 3: 331

Tee 4: 281

Tee 5: 281

8th Hole

Par 3 · 192

Pro’s Tip:
Well guarded par 3, accuracy is a must for your tee shot

Tee 1: 192

Tee 2: 177

Tee 3: 162

Tee 4: 147

Tee 5: 147

9th Hole

Par 4 · 358

Pro’s Tip:
Slight dogleg left, bunkers on the right side of fairway, water on left, possible birdie hole with a good tee shot

Tee 1: 358

Tee 2: 342

Tee 3: 336

Tee 4: 234

Tee 5: 234

10th Hole

Par 3 · 188

Pro’s Tip:
Most challenging par 3, all carry over water, a miss left is disaster

Tee 1: 188

Tee 2: 180

Tee 3: 154

Tee 4: 140

Tee 5: 107

11th Hole

Par 4 · 389

Pro’s Tip:
Dogleg left par 4 to an uphill green, tee shot is very important

Tee 1: 389

Tee 2: 359

Tee 3: 345

Tee 4: 302

Tee 5: 302

12th Hole

Par 4 · 377

Pro’s Tip:
Another dogleg left par 4, you want to avoid the bunkers surrounding the green

Tee 1: 377

Tee 2: 357

Tee 3: 340

Tee 4: 280

Tee 5: 280

13th Hole

Par 5 · 527

Pro’s Tip:
Dogleg right Par 5, reachable for the longer hitters, water down the left side of the fairway

Tee 1: 527

Tee 2: 501

Tee 3: 467

Tee 4: 467

Tee 5: 427

14th Hole

Par 4 · 384

Pro’s Tip:
A good tee shot will miss the bunkers on the left leaving a short iron into the green

Tee 1: 384

Tee 2: 352

Tee 3: 324

Tee 4: 324

Tee 5: 271

15th Hole

Par 4 · 377

Pro’s Tip:
Tee shot requires less than a driver, narrow fairway with water on left and woods on the right, watch out for the false front short of the green

Tee 1: 377

Tee 2: 367

Tee 3: 349

Tee 4: 303

Tee 5: 303

16th Hole

Par 3 · 186

Pro’s Tip:
Good par 3 over water, wind direction is important here

Tee 1: 186

Tee 2: 165

Tee 3: 150

Tee 4: 132

Tee 5: 132

17th Hole

Par 4 · 391

Pro’s Tip:
Dogleg left par 4 requiring a good tee shot, second shot to an uphill green, short is better than long on this green

Tee 1: 391

Tee 2: 369

Tee 3: 342

Tee 4: 295

Tee 5: 295

18th Hole

Par 5 · 535

Pro’s Tip:
Great finishing par 5, dogleg right requires a well placed tee shot, third shot to green will require a carry over water

Tee 1: 535

Tee 2: 516

Tee 3: 494

Tee 4: 453

Tee 5: 453

"Played the North course. Absolutely beautiful course. Great shape. Very natural habitat everywhere. Rated top 10 golf courses by Audubon."

Norah H. | MEMBER

"A beautiful park-like setting with a set of challenging golf courses in near perfect condition."

Bill L. | MEMBER

"Played both North & South courses. Some of the best fairways and greens I’ve played ever. My wife has been golfing for 15 years and she was even impressed. We are now members of Ardea. North course is challenging but a ton of fun. Beautiful natural scapes and wildlife everywhere. Deer, gators, birds and ground squirrels... Staff is phenomenal. 10/10. We’ve found our “home” Club."

Evan J. | MEMBER

NORTH COURSE GALLERY

A championship-style test, the North Course challenges every shot with renovated greens, strategic bunkering, and water throughout. Stretching up to 6,700 yards, it delivers a rewarding and engaging round.

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Whether you’re a serious golfer, fitness buff, world traveler or foodie, there’s an XLife option to fuel your passion. It’s a great way to explore even more of what the Invited network and our international roster of Alliance Clubs have to offer.

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Private & Group Instruction

Certified PGA Professionals offer one-on-one and group lessons tailored to your goals.

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A welcoming adult beginner program that builds skills through fun, progressive learning.

Crush It! Youth Golf Lessons

Junior golfers develop fundamentals and confidence through games and team play.

PGA Junior League

Team-based youth competition encouraging camaraderie and sportsmanship.

TrackMan Technology

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many courses does Ardea have?
Ardea features two championship 18-hole courses: the North and South courses.
What recent golf renovations have been completed?
The North course underwent renovations including TifEagle greens, upgraded tee boxes, irrigation overhaul, and enhanced short game areas.
What practice and instruction options are available?
Practice facilities include driving range, short game zones, and putting greens. Instruction includes lessons, club fitting, Game On, and PGA Junior League
Is golf included for all membership types?
Membership categories differ. Full Golf and Cross Bay Premier provide full access to both courses; limited options offer partial or time-restricted access.
What membership tiers are available?
Options include Ardea Premier, Afternoon North and Full South, Full Golf South and Afternoon South, Racquet Sports, and Social.
Do all tiers include access to racquet, fitness, and pool?
Many tiers (Full Golf, Racquet, Social) include full access to racquet sports, pickleball, fitness, swimming, dining, and social amenities. Some limited tiers restrict golf access or tee time windows.

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