Sara Bay Country Club
About Sara Bay Country Club
Sara Bay Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Sarasota, Florida (34243). The course was designed by Donald Ross and established in 1925. From the BLUE tees, the course plays to 7,080 yards with a par of 72. The BLUE tees carry a slope rating of 137 and a course rating of 75.2.
Walking is permitted.
Sara Bay Country Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 137, putting it in the upper half of courses in Florida for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 12 tee sets ranging from 4,866 to 7,080 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
7,080
Slope
137
Rating
75.2
Course Difficulty Analysis
137
This Course
133
FL Average
113
US Average
Based on 627 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 | 137 | 75.2 | 429 | 458 | 389 | 152 | 389 | 399 | 588 | 201 | 506 | 3511 | 424 | 452 | 378 | 244 | 411 | 449 | 194 | 500 | 517 | 3569 | 7,080 |
BLUE / WHITE | 133 | 73.7 | 401 | 408 | 389 | 152 | 389 | 399 | 533 | 169 | 506 | 3346 | 407 | 400 | 378 | 199 | 411 | 401 | 181 | 500 | 517 | 3394 | 6,740 |
WHITE | 131 | 72.3 | 401 | 408 | 367 | 141 | 347 | 341 | 533 | 169 | 486 | 3193 | 407 | 400 | 356 | 199 | 360 | 401 | 181 | 470 | 483 | 3257 | 6,450 |
WHITE / SILVER | 129 | 71.3 | 379 | 359 | 367 | 141 | 347 | 341 | 470 | 169 | 486 | 3059 | 377 | 400 | 356 | 199 | 360 | 356 | 163 | 470 | 483 | 3164 | 6,223 |
SILVER | 134 | 75.6 | 379 | 359 | 351 | 118 | 333 | 328 | 470 | 156 | 467 | 2961 | 377 | 359 | 304 | 187 | 338 | 356 | 163 | 451 | 431 | 2966 | 5,927 |
SILVER | 127 | 70.0 | 379 | 359 | 351 | 118 | 333 | 328 | 470 | 156 | 467 | 2961 | 377 | 359 | 304 | 187 | 338 | 356 | 163 | 451 | 431 | 2966 | 5,927 |
GOLD | 130 | 73.8 | 328 | 330 | 314 | 118 | 333 | 328 | 442 | 156 | 423 | 2772 | 309 | 338 | 304 | 169 | 338 | 356 | 163 | 418 | 431 | 2826 | 5,598 |
GOLD | 124 | 68.2 | 328 | 330 | 314 | 118 | 333 | 328 | 442 | 156 | 423 | 2772 | 309 | 338 | 304 | 169 | 338 | 356 | 163 | 418 | 431 | 2826 | 5,598 |
RED | 129 | 71.9 | 323 | 325 | 309 | 97 | 315 | 280 | 429 | 134 | 395 | 2607 | 305 | 313 | 297 | 163 | 272 | 342 | 151 | 411 | 417 | 2671 | 5,278 |
RED | 121 | 66.7 | 323 | 325 | 309 | 97 | 315 | 280 | 429 | 134 | 395 | 2607 | 305 | 313 | 297 | 163 | 272 | 342 | 151 | 411 | 417 | 2671 | 5,278 |
ORANGE | 124 | 69.6 | 323 | 325 | 309 | 97 | 245 | 280 | 388 | 88 | 360 | 2415 | 305 | 313 | 270 | 118 | 272 | 297 | 118 | 378 | 380 | 2451 | 4,866 |
ORANGE | 110 | 64.0 | 323 | 325 | 309 | 97 | 245 | 280 | 388 | 88 | 360 | 2415 | 305 | 313 | 270 | 118 | 272 | 297 | 118 | 378 | 380 | 2451 | 4,866 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 5 | 3 | 9 | 17 | 7 | 13 | 1 | 15 | 11 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 14 | 10 | 2 | 16 | 18 | 12 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Sara Bay Country Club offers 12 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
BLUE | 7,080 | 137 | 75.2 | 0-5 |
BLUE / WHITE | 6,740 | 133 | 73.7 | 0-5 |
WHITE | 6,450 | 131 | 72.3 | 5-15 |
WHITE / SILVER | 6,223 | 129 | 71.3 | 5-15 |
SILVER | 5,927 | 134 | 75.6 | 12-22 |
SILVER | 5,927 | 127 | 70.0 | 12-22 |
GOLD | 5,598 | 130 | 73.8 | 20-30 |
GOLD | 5,598 | 124 | 68.2 | 20-30 |
RED | 5,278 | 129 | 71.9 | 20-30 |
RED | 5,278 | 121 | 66.7 | 20-30 |
ORANGE | 4,866 | 124 | 69.6 | 25+ |
ORANGE | 4,866 | 110 | 64.0 | 25+ |
Amenities at Sara Bay Country Club
Sara Bay Country Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
As a private club, tee times at Sara Bay Country Club are available to members and their guests. Use Stymie's Group Finder for guest access.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sara Bay Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Sara Bay Country Club is a private golf course located in Sarasota, FL. As a private club, access is typically limited to members and their guests.
How many holes does Sara Bay Country Club have?expand_more
Sara Bay Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1925. The course was designed by Donald Ross.
What is the yardage at Sara Bay Country Club?expand_more
From the BLUE / WHITE tees, Sara Bay Country Club plays to 6,740 yards (par 72). The course offers 12 tee sets ranging from 4,866 to 7,080 yards.
What is the slope rating at Sara Bay Country Club?expand_more
The BLUE tees at Sara Bay Country Club have a slope rating of 137 and a course rating of 75.2. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Sara Bay Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Sara Bay Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Sara Bay Country Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Sara Bay Country Club. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Sara Bay Country Club offer?expand_more
Sara Bay Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Sara Bay Country Club located?expand_more
Sara Bay Country Club is located at 7011 Willow St in Sarasota, FL 34243. You can reach them at 941-355-6544.
What is the difficulty level at Sara Bay Country Club?expand_more
Sara Bay Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 137. It plays harder than 66% 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 Sara Bay Country Club?expand_more
Sara Bay Country Club offers 12 tee sets. BLUE tees (7,080 yards, slope 137) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. ORANGE tees (4,866 yards, slope 110) 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 Sara Bay Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Sara Bay Country Club should play the ORANGE tees, which play 4,866 yards with a slope of 110. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Sara Bay Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the GOLD tees (slope 130, rating 73.8) at Sara Bay Country Club would have a course handicap of 19 and an expected score of approximately 91. This is calculated using the USGA World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Sign in on Stymie with your handicap to see a personalized prediction for every tee.
How long does a round take at Sara Bay Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Sara Bay Country 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.