Erin and Kevin helped us so much at the pro shop when we had a very unexpected mishap occurred…read moreright before our tee time! Super helpful and nice staff :) Course was great too and well kept.

I came across a Groupon for golf lessons with Kevin, the course's Golf Pro, and I'm really glad I…read moregave it a shot. After the first lesson, I immediately signed up for four more. Since then, my game has improved dramatically. I also started playing the course regularly, and it's been a great experience. The greens are immaculate and roll true, the design is very well thought out, and everyone I've come across--from staff to members--has been down-to-earth and easy to talk to. Highly recommend both the lessons with Kevin and the course itself.

This was my first experience with formal golf instruction. (I'm a bit of a cheapskate) The offer…read morepopped up on Facebook, and the price for the scoring clinic was so low I couldn't say no. My expectations were pretty low, but I was MORE than pleasantly surprised. The facility is immaculate! The course is one of the finest I've seen, and all the practice areas are just as well cared for. Brian, the director of instruction who was conducting the clinic, greeted us at the carts. He quickly processed my payment, then chatted with the other participants and I while we waited for a couple of others. When it was apparent they weren't coming, Brian got to work. He provided us with a folder that contained a waiver, some brochures, and some documents we could use to track our data (yardage with each club, progress putting, etc). Brian gave us a thorough explanation of what they were for and how to use them. We were provide drinks & sunscreen to keep safe & healthy. With that, we were off to the "classroom". Brian talked about how we could adjust our posture to make our swing (in putting, chipping and pitching) more consistent. Since this was a short game scoring clinic we started on the putting green. Brian gave us some technical information, then some drills to practice what he'd explained. It was similar with our work on chipping & pitching. Along the way Brian used some high tech electronic gizmos to help reinforce his teaching and to measure how far we were hitting the ball. Super helpful information for those firms he gave us earlier. Before I knew it our time was up! Normally 2 hours in Florida heat feels like an eternity, but we were having fun and learning so much the time flew by. Brian gave us some nice souvenirs and sent us on our way. He made a point to remind the class that he hoped to see us out again, or at least to let him know how we were improving. He was truly interested in helping us improve and enjoy the game more.

The driving school was an awesome class for first time golfers. Brian O'Connell was a great…read moreinstructor, took the time to show us all the mechanics and the foundation to build off of. Definitely recommend this place

Beaaaaaaauuuutifullll course!…read more and the fairway and green was in awesome shape! little pricey but it is reasonable! I wish I played well but I definitely have to get better and visit them again! One of the best golf course in Orlando! Take a break from Disney and golf 9-18 holes!

Gorgeous course. I went here for brunch and later rode around on the course. The greens are…read morespectacular and well kept. I didn't golf, but my boyfriend did. I enjoyed the scenery. What made it even better were the abundance of wild life on the grounds. The staff were welcoming and friendly. I would hughky recommend spending some time here.

It was fine. Nice driving range and practice area. The resort condos are pretty close to the course…read moreso be careful. You could play without using your driver as holes were short. I recall one par 5 that was pretty long. Rental clubs were garbage. Rented a set for $30 but hey it was good to get out. I recommend and would return to play at the Reserves.

If it was possible to give less stars, I would. This was the WORST experience we have ever had on a…read moregolf course. To start, the course itself was mediocre at best when it comes to being manicured. Especially on the green where almost every hole had lifted grass around the rim which caused what should have been a no question success into a 1-2 additional putts. The golf cart girl showed up on hole 4 and then never again. This is FLORIDA and it was over 100 degrees with heat index and let's not stop there...their was NO phone service on the course so when you were supposed to be able to call and order food...jokes on you. Least to say God forbid you had an emergency and there is no way to get a call out (we tried on both of our phones and have different service providers). The only good thing which was not a reflection of Orange Lake Golf and just a reflection of the Ranger as a person was him running into us around hole 9 and we told him about the phone service/inability to order food and he came back and found us and brought us a few snacks to help us make it through until we left. I would highly recommend avoiding this course and playing somewhere that actually takes care of their course and is making sure all of their golfers are staying fed and hydrated during weather where it is VERY easy to have a heat stroke if you are not properly hydrated and have had food to keep your energy levels strong.

The best thing about this place was the golf courses and the practice facility. Everything else was…read moresuboptimal at best, lousy the rest of the time. The accommodations were awful. Dungeon-like. The bathroom was visually clean but mold-smelling. I got bit by two bedbugs. There was no daily housekeeping (I will give them a pass here due to the fact that it's hard to find help) and the front desk was closed all day until 4 pm. There was very little food availability -- you need to drive 10 miles off campus. The grill room had good food but was understaffed so the service is quite slow. And thy close at about 5 pm. The golf staff could give a damn whether you are happy or not. There is little to no regard to the customer experience. Very impersonal and borderline rude. We had 7 am tee times on Sunday, and we needed to play early due to flight schedules -- we showed up on time, but they moved us to 9:30 and 9:40 without telling us. When we produced a letter from the Director of Golf, the starter said, "that means nothing to me." So on the final day I only got to play nine. And it wasn't inexpensive. I'd think twice if you are considering OCN.

Practice Facilities- 8/10. The best thing about the practice facilities is the putting green. If…read morethey didn't have the putting green then it be a 4/10. The range you hit off of mats. I have not yet hit off the grass yet. Range balls are included. The putting green does have a 18 hole putting course and its very pure greens. No chipping area. Conditions- 7/10. I had very high hopes for Magnolia and how everyone talks about it being the best at Disney. I was not impressed. It definitely felt different vs the Palm course. starting from the tee box they were in good shape, mostly grass and not many patchy dead parts. The fairways were very well kept. The sand was nice and fluffy. The greens were in good shape and not bumpy at all. It just didn't feel as green as the Palm course. Pro Shop- 7.8/10. I didn't take a picture but it has very cool designs. No polos with the course logo or names on them just disney characters. A good hat selection and other cool golf accessories. Food- N/A. I did not try any food but they do have a small spot near the putting green were you can get burgers and dogs and chips and drinks. I had a double shot transfusion and its always good. They also have a cart girl on the front and back nine if you need snacks and drinks as well. Course Design- 7.5/10 The best part of the course was definitely grumpy's gauntlet. The cool dog legs and lots of sand on them. The course was more wide open then I thought. The other holes on the course were just typical slight left and right holes and some water holes as well. I loved the Mickey Bunker as well! Service- 8.2/10. The bag drop guys at the beginning were nice. The pro shop guys were helpful as well. The Starter was cool and cheerful. The cart girls made sure we were all good and were always going by. At the end the people were nice and cleaned our clubs and talked to us. I know some places the guys are rude. So props to the people at Disney! Overall, It was a fun course to play on my birthday, definitely will play again but the Palm course is still my number one! Lake Buena Vista is still on my list to play.

FORE!!!! The Happiest Place on Turf - Disney's Magnolia Golf Course…read more Just wrapped up a magical round at Disney's Magnolia Golf Course, and let me tell you -- it's a pixie-dusted paradise for any Disney-loving golfer. Right across from the Polynesian Tower and practically neighbors with Magic Kingdom, this course is a dream come true. The Course: It's stunning. Every hole offers scenic views, towering trees, and greens that roll like butter -- but don't let the charm fool you. Mickey didn't skip the challenge when designing this layout. Magnolia brings the magic and the muscle. They've also added a new back-nine challenge called the "Grumpy Gauntlet" (holes 14-18), a stretch that features: * Two beast-mode par 5s * A slick par 3 * A long, demanding par 4 to close it all out Think of it as the final boss battle of Disney golf. Tee Time & Cast Member Rate: We booked the Cast Member rate of $45, which needs to be secured two days in advance. I lucked out with a 6:30 AM tee time -- yes, it's still 80+ degrees at sunrise in Florida -- but totally worth it to avoid the midday melt. You can also grab a $30 afternoon rate, but prepare for the heatwave. I got there around 6:00 AM, warmed up with a bucket of range balls (included!), and practiced a few putts before teeing off. That little warm-up made all the difference. Magical Moment: On the 12th hole, I flushed a 7-iron that landed about 5 feet from the pin -- drained the birdie putt and felt like I won the Masters. Just one of those shots that sticks with you! The Vibe & Service: * Got paired with a friendly twosome -- pace of play was smooth and steady * The team running the course (Arnold Palmer Golf Management) may not be official Disney Cast Members, but their service is Mickey Mouse-level excellent * Everyone was helpful, warm, and fully in the Disney spirit ‍ Bonus Disney Golf Nerd Info: Disney Golf has more to explore: * Palm Course - Beautiful and slightly more forgiving * Lake Buena Vista - Tighter layout, lots of water * Oak Trail - Walking-only 9-hole course with tiny greens and a tough Amen Corner-style 3-hole stretch I've been playing Disney's courses for years and years and years, and they just keep getting better. Magnolia is the crown jewel -- and with the new "Grumpy Gauntlet" stretch, it'll test your game and your stamina. Final Verdict: If you're a golfer with even the slightest love for Disney, you need to play Magnolia. Between the location, the atmosphere, the layout, and that special Disney touch -- it's golf magic from start to finish. ‍