Palmer Legends Country Club (The Villages)
Course at a glance
Palmer Legends Country Club (The Villages) is an 18-hole golf course in The Villages, Florida (32162). From the BLACK tees, Palmer Legends Country Club (The Villages) plays to 6,921 yards at par 72. The course offers 10 sets of tees ranging from 3,711 to 6,921 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 132 and a course rating of 72.4, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 39% of rated golf courses in Florida. It is a public course open to daily-fee play. Walking is permitted. A pro shop is on site. Set a tee-time alert on Stymie and we will notify you when bookable times open at Palmer Legends Country Club (The Villages).
About Palmer Legends Country Club (The Villages)
Palmer Legends Country Club (The Villages) is a 18-hole golf course located in The Villages, Florida (32162).. From the BLACK tees, the course plays to 6,921 yards with a par of 72. The BLACK tees carry a slope rating of 132 and a course rating of 72.4.
Walking is permitted.
With a slope rating of 132, Palmer Legends Country Club (The Villages) 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 10 tee sets ranging from 3,711 to 6,921 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
6,921
Slope
132
Rating
72.4
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
132
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BLACK | 132 | 72.4 | 393 | 584 | 395 | 572 | 392 | 146 | 443 | 203 | 407 | 3535 | 402 | 434 | 369 | 529 | 394 | 151 | 389 | 188 | 530 | 3386 | 6,921 |
GOLD | 128 | 70.9 | 366 | 561 | 374 | 553 | 372 | 142 | 410 | 167 | 382 | 3327 | 367 | 402 | 363 | 500 | 388 | 149 | 384 | 182 | 524 | 3259 | 6,586 |
BLUEWomen's | 130 | 74.7 | 352 | 515 | 367 | 530 | 346 | 122 | 373 | 151 | 355 | 3111 | 374 | 356 | 335 | 474 | 375 | 132 | 356 | 152 | 502 | 3056 | 6,167 |
BLUEMen's | 125 | 69.0 | 352 | 515 | 367 | 530 | 346 | 122 | 373 | 151 | 355 | 3111 | 374 | 356 | 335 | 474 | 375 | 132 | 356 | 152 | 502 | 3056 | 6,167 |
WHITEWomen's | 120 | 70.4 | 311 | 466 | 332 | 436 | 301 | 100 | 321 | 125 | 330 | 2722 | 287 | 339 | 270 | 446 | 321 | 106 | 316 | 126 | 458 | 2669 | 5,391 |
WHITEMen's | 111 | 65.4 | 311 | 466 | 332 | 436 | 301 | 100 | 321 | 125 | 330 | 2722 | 287 | 339 | 270 | 446 | 321 | 106 | 316 | 126 | 458 | 2669 | 5,391 |
GREENWomen's | 114 | 67.2 | 285 | 458 | 323 | 432 | 277 | 71 | 286 | 104 | 293 | 2529 | 253 | 310 | 234 | 406 | 249 | 91 | 268 | 101 | 442 | 2354 | 4,883 |
GREENMen's | 103 | 63.1 | 285 | 458 | 323 | 432 | 277 | 71 | 286 | 104 | 293 | 2529 | 253 | 310 | 234 | 406 | 249 | 91 | 268 | 101 | 442 | 2354 | 4,883 |
FRIENDLYWomen's | 98 | 60.3 | 200 | 328 | 251 | 307 | 194 | 68 | 205 | 96 | 235 | 1884 | 234 | 209 | 161 | 340 | 211 | 57 | 240 | 99 | 276 | 1827 | 3,711 |
FRIENDLYMen's | 92 | 59.0 | 200 | 328 | 251 | 307 | 194 | 68 | 205 | 96 | 235 | 1884 | 234 | 209 | 161 | 340 | 211 | 57 | 240 | 99 | 276 | 1827 | 3,711 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 1 | 5 | 11 | 9 | 13 | 15 | 3 | 17 | 7 | 12 | 2 | 14 | 10 | 6 | 18 | 8 | 16 | 4 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Palmer Legends Country Club (The Villages) offers 10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
BLACK | 6,921 | 132 | 72.4 | 0-5 |
GOLD | 6,586 | 128 | 70.9 | 5-15 |
BLUE | 6,167 | 130 | 74.7 | 12-22 |
BLUE | 6,167 | 125 | 69.0 | 12-22 |
WHITE | 5,391 | 120 | 70.4 | 20-30 |
WHITE | 5,391 | 111 | 65.4 | 20-30 |
GREEN | 4,883 | 114 | 67.2 | 25+ |
GREEN | 4,883 | 103 | 63.1 | 25+ |
FRIENDLY | 3,711 | 98 | 60.3 | 25+ |
FRIENDLY | 3,711 | 92 | 59.0 | 25+ |
Amenities at Palmer Legends Country Club (The Villages)
Palmer Legends Country Club (The Villages) features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Palmer Legends Country Club (The Villages). Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Palmer Legends Country Club (The Villages) a public or private golf course?expand_more
Palmer Legends Country Club (The Villages) is a public golf course located in The Villages, FL. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Palmer Legends Country Club (The Villages) have?expand_more
Palmer Legends Country Club (The Villages) is a 18-hole golf course.
What is the yardage at Palmer Legends Country Club (The Villages)?expand_more
From the WHITE tees, Palmer Legends Country Club (The Villages) plays to 5,391 yards (par 72). The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 3,711 to 6,921 yards.
What is the slope rating at Palmer Legends Country Club (The Villages)?expand_more
The BLACK tees at Palmer Legends Country Club (The Villages) have a slope rating of 132 and a course rating of 72.4. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Palmer Legends Country Club (The Villages)?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Palmer Legends Country Club (The Villages). Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Palmer Legends Country Club (The Villages)?expand_more
Visit the official course website at https://golfthevillages.com/ or call +1-352-753-5300 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Palmer Legends Country Club (The Villages) offer?expand_more
Palmer Legends Country Club (The Villages) offers a pro shop.
Where is Palmer Legends Country Club (The Villages) located?expand_more
Palmer Legends Country Club (The Villages) is located at 1645 Palmer Way in The Villages, FL 32162. You can reach them at +1-352-753-5300.
What is the difficulty level at Palmer Legends Country Club (The Villages)?expand_more
Palmer Legends Country Club (The Villages) is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 132. It plays harder than 39% 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 Palmer Legends Country Club (The Villages)?expand_more
Palmer Legends Country Club (The Villages) offers 10 tee sets. BLACK tees (6,921 yards, slope 132) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. FRIENDLY tees (3,711 yards, slope 92) 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 Palmer Legends Country Club (The Villages)?expand_more
Beginners at Palmer Legends Country Club (The Villages) should play the FRIENDLY tees, which play 3,711 yards with a slope of 92. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Palmer Legends Country Club (The Villages)?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the WHITE tees (slope 111, rating 65.4) at Palmer Legends Country Club (The Villages) would have a course handicap of 8 and an expected score of approximately 80. This uses the 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 Palmer Legends Country Club (The Villages)?expand_more
A typical round at Palmer Legends Country Club (The Villages) takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Weekday rounds tend to be faster than weekend morning tee times.