Indian River Colony Club
Course at a glance
Indian River Colony Club is an 18-hole golf course in Melbourne, Florida (32940). The course was designed by Gordon G. Lewis and opened in 1988. From the BLUE tees, Indian River Colony Club plays to 6,031 yards at par 72. The course offers 12 sets of tees ranging from 3,444 to 6,031 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 128 and a course rating of 70.3, modestly above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and playable for most handicaps. That ranks it harder than roughly 25% of rated golf courses in Florida. It is a private club; access is generally limited to members and accompanied guests. Walking is permitted. A pro shop is on site. The course is conditioned with tifdwarf grass greens and bermuda grass fairways. Hazards include 41-50 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Indian River Colony Club are not open to the public; play is arranged through a member.
About Indian River Colony Club
Indian River Colony Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Melbourne, Florida (32940). The course was designed by Gordon G. Lewis and established in 1988. From the BLUE tees, the course plays to 6,031 yards with a par of 72. The BLUE tees carry a slope rating of 128 and a course rating of 70.3.
Walking is permitted.
With a slope rating of 128, Indian River Colony Club is more accessible than most courses in Florida. It is a good choice for mid-handicappers and golfers looking for a round that does not punish every missed shot.
The course offers 12 tee sets ranging from 3,444 to 6,031 yards, making it accessible to golfers of all skill levels. Choosing the right tees for your handicap is the single biggest factor in how much you enjoy your round.
Florida offers year-round golf. Winter months (November through March) are peak season with comfortable temperatures and strong demand. Summer rounds often benefit from lower rates and faster pace.
Par
72
Length
6,031
Slope
128
Rating
70.3
Course Difficulty Analysis
128
This Course
133
FL Average
113
US Average
Based on 605 rated courses in Florida
Scorecard
| Hole | Slp | CR | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BLUE | 128 | 70.3 | 287 | 546 | 374 | 365 | 331 | 173 | 511 | 134 | 335 | 3056 | 373 | 184 | 284 | 363 | 501 | 349 | 138 | 467 | 316 | 2975 | 6,031 |
BLUE / WHITE | 123 | 68.7 | 287 | 448 | 374 | 354 | 331 | 159 | 457 | 134 | 335 | 2879 | 335 | 184 | 276 | 363 | 456 | 301 | 138 | 467 | 283 | 2803 | 5,682 |
WHITEWomen's | 126 | 72.4 | 261 | 448 | 362 | 354 | 273 | 159 | 457 | 117 | 315 | 2746 | 335 | 124 | 276 | 255 | 456 | 301 | 132 | 436 | 283 | 2598 | 5,344 |
WHITEMen's | 117 | 67.4 | 261 | 448 | 362 | 354 | 273 | 159 | 457 | 117 | 315 | 2746 | 335 | 124 | 276 | 255 | 456 | 301 | 132 | 436 | 283 | 2598 | 5,344 |
WHITE / BLACK | 116 | 64.9 | 261 | 448 | 320 | 302 | 273 | 117 | 386 | 117 | 273 | 2497 | 288 | 124 | 276 | 255 | 398 | 244 | 132 | 436 | 255 | 2408 | 4,905 |
BLACKWomen's | 112 | 68.8 | 251 | 415 | 320 | 302 | 218 | 117 | 386 | 99 | 273 | 2381 | 288 | 114 | 211 | 249 | 398 | 244 | 122 | 374 | 255 | 2255 | 4,636 |
BLACKMen's | 115 | 63.0 | 251 | 415 | 320 | 302 | 218 | 117 | 386 | 99 | 273 | 2381 | 288 | 114 | 211 | 249 | 398 | 244 | 122 | 374 | 255 | 2255 | 4,636 |
RED | 110 | 66.6 | 195 | 406 | 314 | 292 | 206 | 116 | 380 | 90 | 227 | 2226 | 276 | 70 | 204 | 240 | 392 | 238 | 108 | 367 | 236 | 2131 | 4,357 |
RED | 114 | 61.9 | 195 | 406 | 314 | 292 | 206 | 116 | 380 | 90 | 227 | 2226 | 276 | 70 | 204 | 240 | 392 | 238 | 108 | 367 | 236 | 2131 | 4,357 |
RED / GREEN | 103 | 63.6 | 195 | 309 | 314 | 213 | 206 | 116 | 279 | 90 | 227 | 1949 | 171 | 70 | 204 | 240 | 337 | 238 | 108 | 276 | 236 | 1880 | 3,829 |
GREENWomen's | 100 | 61.1 | 188 | 309 | 230 | 213 | 149 | 111 | 279 | 88 | 192 | 1759 | 171 | 66 | 141 | 200 | 337 | 173 | 105 | 276 | 216 | 1685 | 3,444 |
GREENMen's | 106 | 59.1 | 188 | 309 | 230 | 213 | 149 | 111 | 279 | 88 | 192 | 1759 | 171 | 66 | 141 | 200 | 337 | 173 | 105 | 276 | 216 | 1685 | 3,444 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 17 | 3 | 7 | 1 | 9 | 11 | 5 | 15 | 13 | 4 | 10 | 16 | 8 | 2 | 12 | 18 | 14 | 6 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Indian River Colony Club offers 12 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round. Not sure? Use the tee recommendation calculator with your driver distance.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
BLUE | 6,031 | 128 | 70.3 | 12-22 |
BLUE / WHITE | 5,682 | 123 | 68.7 | 20-30 |
WHITE | 5,344 | 126 | 72.4 | 20-30 |
WHITE | 5,344 | 117 | 67.4 | 20-30 |
WHITE / BLACK | 4,905 | 116 | 64.9 | 25+ |
BLACK | 4,636 | 112 | 68.8 | 25+ |
BLACK | 4,636 | 115 | 63.0 | 25+ |
RED | 4,357 | 110 | 66.6 | 25+ |
RED | 4,357 | 114 | 61.9 | 25+ |
RED / GREEN | 3,829 | 103 | 63.6 | 25+ |
GREEN | 3,444 | 100 | 61.1 | 25+ |
GREEN | 3,444 | 106 | 59.1 | 25+ |
Amenities at Indian River Colony Club
Indian River Colony Club features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
As a private club, access at Indian River Colony Club is generally controlled by the club. Contact the facility to confirm its current member and guest policy. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Indian River Colony Club a public or private golf course?
Indian River Colony Club is a private golf course located in Melbourne, FL. As a private club, access is typically limited to members and their guests.
How many holes does Indian River Colony Club have?
Indian River Colony Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1988. The course was designed by Gordon G. Lewis.
What is the yardage at Indian River Colony Club?
From the BLUE / WHITE tees, Indian River Colony Club plays to 5,682 yards (par 72). The course offers 12 tee sets ranging from 3,444 to 6,031 yards.
What is the slope rating at Indian River Colony Club?
The BLUE tees at Indian River Colony Club have a slope rating of 128 and a course rating of 70.3. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is above average difficulty.
Can you walk Indian River Colony Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at Indian River Colony Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Indian River Colony Club?
Visit the official course website at https://colonyclub.com/golf/ or call 321-255-6050 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Indian River Colony Club offer?
Indian River Colony Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Indian River Colony Club located?
Indian River Colony Club is located at 1936 Freedom Dr in Melbourne, FL 32940. You can reach them at 321-255-6050.
What is the difficulty level at Indian River Colony Club?
Indian River Colony Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 128. It plays harder than 25% of golf courses in Florida. The average slope rating in Florida is 133. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Indian River Colony Club?
Indian River Colony Club offers 12 tee sets. BLUE tees (6,031 yards, slope 128) are recommended for mid-handicap golfers. GREEN tees (3,444 yards, slope 106) are recommended for beginners and casual golfers. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at Indian River Colony Club?
Beginners at Indian River Colony Club should play the GREEN tees, which play 3,444 yards with a slope of 106. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What is the course handicap for a 15 Handicap Index at Indian River Colony Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the BLACK tees (slope 115, rating 63.0) at Indian River Colony Club has a course handicap of 6, using the World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Course handicap is the number of handicap strokes received from that tee — it is not a prediction of what a golfer will score. Enter your handicap index on Stymie to see your course handicap for every tee.
How long does a round take at Indian River Colony Club?
A typical round at Indian River Colony Club takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Private clubs generally have faster pace of play.