The Villages, Florida · AJ Guest Guide
Golf in The Villages, Florida
The complete AJ Home Rentals guest guide to tee times, Executive and Championship courses, golf fees, trail passes, Pitch & Putt, practice facilities and more.
Welcome to America's Golf Playground. Staying with AJ Home Rentals puts you in the middle of one of the most unique golf communities in the country — and yes, AJ guests with Temporary Resident Lifestyle IDs can participate in The Villages golf system.
First Things First: Get Your Temporary Resident Lifestyle ID
AJ paid rental guests must first pick up their Temporary Resident Lifestyle IDs before they can independently use The Villages resident tee-time system. Your ID provides the Villages identification / member number you need to access the golf reservation system. You cannot independently reserve Villages tee times before your ID has been issued.
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Golf at a Glance
Six ways to play golf in The Villages — all reachable by golf cart from your AJ rental.
Executive Golf
Dozens of mostly 9-hole, predominantly Par-3 courses throughout The Villages.
Championship Golf
Full-length country-club golf with greens fees.
Pitch & Putt
Short walking courses designed around wedges, irons and putting.
Tee Times
Request up to 7 days before play.
Golf by Cart
One of the signature experiences of The Villages.
Practice & Lessons
Driving ranges, practice greens and The Villages Golf Academy.
Choose Your Game
Which Type of Golf Is Right for Me?
Compare the four kinds of golf available to AJ guests in The Villages.
| Executive | Championship | Pitch & Putt | Putting | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Typical format | Mostly 9 holes | 18/27-hole facilities | Short 18-hole layouts | Putting only |
| Best for | Casual daily golf | Full traditional rounds | Short game & beginners | Fun / practice |
| Temporary Resident ID | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes where applicable |
| Greens fee | Included for ID holder | Additional fee | Resident privileges apply | Generally resident amenity-supported |
| Golf cart | Optional | Common | No carts on P&P | Walking |
| Trail fee | Applies with cart on Executive Trail | No separate personal-cart trail fee | Not applicable | Not applicable |
| Time commitment | ~75–105 min | ~4+ hours | ~90–125 min | Short |
| Difficulty | Levels 1–4 | Traditional course/slope ratings | Beginner friendly | All abilities |
| Tee time system | Yes | Yes | Yes | Individual rules apply |
Not sure where to start?
- • New golfer → Pitch & Putt or Level 1 Executive
- • Casual golfer → Level 1–2 Executive
- • Experienced golfer → Level 3–4 Executive
- • Want a full traditional round → Championship
Booking
How AJ Guests Book a Tee Time
Follow these five steps from reservation email to first tee.
- 1
Pick Up Your Temporary Resident ID
Your Temporary Resident Lifestyle ID must be issued after arrival. It provides the Villages identification number needed for the golf reservation system.
Temporary Resident ID Guide - 2
Get Your Golf PIN / Confirm Golf Access
The Villages golf system uses your Villages ID number plus a Golf PIN. If you do not know or receive your PIN, contact the Tee Time Office — do not guess.
Tee Time Office: 352-750-4558 - 3
Choose How You Want to Book
Use the automated phone system or book online through TheVillages.net Member Services.
Option A — Automated Phone
352-753-GOLF (352-753-4653)
Available ~23 hrs/day (offline ~midnight–1 AM). Request 4–7 days out, reserve 1–3 days out, or call the shop same-day.
Option B — TheVillages.net Online
$8/mo resident · $8.5/mo non-resident
A paid subscription member website (not the free Villages app). First-month free trial subject to terms.
- 4
Understand REQUEST vs RESERVATION
Requests (4–7 days out) are processed by a points-based system ~3 days before play. Reservations (1–3 days out) grab remaining open tee times directly.
- 5
Same-Day Golf
Want to play today? Call the Championship golf shop or Executive starter building and ask about available same-day tee times.
View Course Directory
4–7 Days Before Play
You tell the system your preferred day, courses, time range and group size. The system processes requests and assigns tee times approximately three days before play.
The Villages system is not first come, first served. It uses a points-based system to distribute tee times fairly — your recent tee-time history and other factors affect assignment.
1–3 Days Before Play
After the request process runs, remaining open tee times may be reserved directly — perfect for last-minute golfers, flexible schedules, singles, couples, and guests who didn't submit an earlier request.
The Tee-Time Point System
The Villages doesn't assign advance request times simply by who clicks first. It uses points to distribute golf access fairly. Think of it this way: played several times recently? You may have more reservation points. Haven't played recently? You may have fewer points. When requests compete for similar courses and times, lower point totals can improve assignment priority.
⛳ AJ Golf Tip
If golf is a major part of your vacation, don't request only one course at exactly 9:00 AM. Select several acceptable courses and a broader time range to improve your chance of receiving a tee time.
TheVillages.net vs. The Villages App — Know the Difference
Public Villages Mobile App
Free app with community info, schedules and maps. Not the tee-time system.
TheVillages.net Member Services
Paid subscription website that includes the golf tee-time system. Last verified 2026-08-25.
Automated Telephone System
352-753-GOLF — request, reserve and check tee times by phone.
Signature Everyday Golf
Executive Golf
Mostly 9-hole, predominantly Par-3 layouts distributed throughout The Villages — reachable by golf cart from your AJ rental.
Temporary Resident Lifestyle ID holders receive the resident Executive Golf privilege. Executive greens fee for AJ Temporary Residents is $0 / included with eligible resident privileges — but golf-cart use is separate (see Fees).
Friendly
Best for newer golfers and relaxed play.
Easy–Moderate
Some additional challenge.
Moderate–Challenging
More hazards, length or shot-making.
Most Challenging
Better suited for confident, experienced golfers.
Greens Fee
$0
Included with Temporary Resident ID privilege.
Walking
$0 trail
No Executive cart trail fee when walking.
Using a Cart
Trail fee/pass
Required to use a cart on the Executive Trail.
Green Fee vs. Trail Fee — Don't Confuse Them
Green Fee
The cost to play the course. For AJ Temporary Resident ID holders, Executive golf is an eligible resident privilege — included.
Trail Fee
The fee for using a golf cart on the Executive Golf Trail. Separate from the green fee.
Golf Cart Rules on Executive Courses
Most Executive holes are Par 3, so carts generally remain on the cart path. Some longer holes may allow carts off the path under normal conditions, subject to course conditions and posted rules. Always follow starter instructions, ambassador instructions, cart-path signs and daily restrictions — never assume "cart accessible" means you can drive directly to your ball.
Interactive Executive Course Directory
16 courses found
Amber
Executive
A central Executive layout with a mix of par-3 and short par-4 holes.
Aviary
Executive
Friendly, shorter layout ideal for newer golfers.
Banyan
Executive
Tree-lined Executive course with well-bunkered greens.
Belvedere
Executive
More length and shot-making required for confident players.
Bloomingdale
Executive
Classic northern Executive course with rolling greens.
Bonita
Executive
Relaxed, beginner-friendly layout near central recreation.
Briarwood
Executive
Water and bunkers add challenge on several holes.
Catbird
Executive
Newer southern Executive course with open approaches.
Chula
Executive
Short, welcoming course great for a quick round.
Citrus
Executive
Well-maintained central course with subtle greens.
Delray
Executive
The most demanding Executive test — length, water and precision.
Fernbrook
Executive
Tight, tree-framed southern course requiring accurate tee shots.
Longleaf
Executive
Modern southern layout popular with newer-area guests.
Mangrove
Executive
Short, friendly course in the newest southern villages.
Pelican
Executive
Open, forgiving southern course with good pace.
Willow
Executive
Water comes into play on several central holes.
Last directory verification: 2026-08-25. Course details are approximate — verify against the official source before play.
View Official Executive Golf DirectoryFull-Length Country-Club Golf
Championship Golf
Traditional full-length golf throughout The Villages — resident privileges apply, but greens fees are paid each round.
Championship Golf Is Not Free. Temporary Resident Lifestyle ID holders can access resident golf privileges, and there is no initiation fee to access the country-club system — but golfers pay the applicable Championship greens fee each round. There is no separate Executive-style personal-cart trail charge on Championship courses.
Current Championship Rates
Rates change by season, course, membership classification, enhancement status and resident/guest classification. Temporary Resident ID holders should confirm the applicable resident rate when booking. Last verified 2026-08-25.
Value
Orange Blossom Hills
Standard
Belle Glade · Bonifay · Cane Garden · Evans Prairie · Havana · Mallory Hill · Shallow Creek · Southern Oaks · Woodlands
Premium
Glenview Champions · Hacienda Hills · Lopez Legacy · Palmer Legends · Tierra Del Sol
Prices subject to change by The Villages. Never rely on an old rate — confirm before every round.
Example: AJ Guest With Temporary Resident ID
Executive — Walking
Green fee: Included
Trail fee: $0 when walking
Executive — Golf Cart
Green fee: Included
Trail fee/pass: Applicable
Championship
Greens fee: Applicable resident rate
Executive trail fee: Not applicable
Championship Course Directory
15 courses found
Belle Glade
Championship
Wide, playable championship layout popular with residents.
Bonifay
Championship
Clifford Bean design with generous fairways and a strong finishing stretch.
Cane Garden
Championship
Scenic, well-bunkered course with water throughout.
Evans Prairie
Championship
Prairie-style layout with open views and firm greens.
Glenview Champions
Championship
A flagship championship venue hosting major Villages events.
Hacienda Hills
Championship
Hillier terrain and a memorable clubhouse setting.
Havana
Championship
Country-club layout with tree-lined fairways.
Lopez Legacy
Championship
Nancy Lopez signature course in the southern villages.
Mallory Hill
Championship
Elevated northern course with rolling fairways.
Orange Blossom Hills
Championship
Value-oriented championship round in the north.
Palmer Legends
Championship
Arnold Palmer design — a premium southern flagship.
Shallow Creek
Championship
Tight, strategic layout rewarding placement over power.
Southern Oaks
Championship
Mature oaks and defined fairways in the south.
Tierra Del Sol
Championship
Premium southern course with a strong finish.
Woodlands
Championship
Heavily wooded championship test demanding accuracy.
Leave the Driver at Home
Pitch & Putt
Short walking courses where holes are generally around 40–112 yards. Bring a putter, wedge, short iron and one favorite scoring club.
What Should I Bring?
- Putter
- Wedge
- Short iron
- One additional club if desired
What Can Stay Home?
- Driver
- Full golf bag
- Golf cart (walking only)
4 courses found
Live Oak
Pitch & Putt
Short walking course — bring a putter, wedge and short iron.
Marsh View
Pitch & Putt
Scenic short-game layout over wetland views.
Mickylee
Pitch & Putt
Compact, beginner-friendly short-game loop.
Richmond
Pitch & Putt
Walking short-game course — verify current classification.
Putter Only
Putting Courses
The Villages' putting-only experiences — fun, relaxed, and great for all abilities.
Pitch & Putt
Requires short golf shots plus putting.
Putting Course
A putter-only golf experience.
2 courses found
Sawgrass Grove Putting Course
Putting
Putter-only experience near the Sawgrass Grove entertainment hub.
Brownwood Putting Course
Putting
Family-friendly putting loop near Brownwood Paddock Square.
Want to Practice Before Your Round?
Practice Facilities
Driving ranges, practice putting greens, chipping areas, bunker practice and hitting nets across The Villages.
Practice putting greens are available at all country clubs and many Executive courses. Country clubs without driving ranges may provide hitting nets, and certain facilities offer dedicated bunker practice.
6 courses found
Palmer Legends Range
Practice
Full driving range, practice green and bunker area at the Palmer Legends clubhouse.
Glenview Champions Range
Practice
Large range and practice green at Glenview Champions.
Evans Prairie Range
Practice
Range and short-game area at Evans Prairie.
Belle Glade Range
Practice
Driving range and practice green at Belle Glade.
Mallory Hill Range
Practice
Northern range and practice green at Mallory Hill.
The Villages Golf Academy
Practice
Dedicated instruction facility with range, short-game area and bunker practice.
Want a Lesson?
The Villages Golf Academy
Instruction for every skill level — from brand-new golfers to experienced players refining their game.
Never Played Before? Try This.
- 1Take a Golf Academy beginner class
- 2Practice at a driving range
- 3Play Pitch & Putt
- 4Try a Level 1 Executive course
- 5Move into Level 2–4 Executive golf
- 6Try Championship golf when you’re ready
Good Golf School
New to golf in The Villages? Good Golf School covers the tee-time system, golf procedures, course etiquette and local golf rules. Confirm current registration and whether it remains complimentary with the official source.
Tee Time / Golf Office: 352-750-4558What Will I Pay?
Trail Fee Explained
The single biggest source of renter confusion — cleared up in one place.
Executive golf itself
→ Resident privilege (included for Temporary Resident ID holders).
Driving a cart on the Executive Trail
→ Trail fee or valid trail pass required.
Walking?
No golf-cart trail fee.
Championship course?
The Executive Trail Pass is not the Championship greens fee.
Current Executive Trail-Pass Structure
Last verified 2026-08-25. Approximate published structure — confirm current official District / GolfTheVillages pricing before your round.
Daily / per round
$5
1-month pass
$45
6-month pass
$175
12-month pass
$300
Pull-cart fee
$1
Trail Pass Calculator
How many Executive rounds do you expect to play with a golf cart during your stay?
Daily fees total
$20
4 × $5/round
1-month trail pass
$45
unlimited cart use
For 4 rounds, paying daily fees is about $25 less than a 1-month pass.
Estimates use approximate published fees (last verified 2026-08-25). Pricing is subject to change — confirm current official District / GolfTheVillages pricing before purchasing.
Should a Monthly Renter Buy a 1-Month Trail Pass?
- • Playing once or twice? Compare against the daily trail fee.
- • Golfing regularly during a monthly stay? The 1-month trail pass may make more sense.
- • We don't automatically say which is cheaper — use the calculator with current rates to decide.
Pricing is subject to change. Confirm current official pricing before purchasing.
Help Me Pick a Course
Question 1 of 4
Your skill level?
| A quick morning round | Executive |
| Free resident green fee | Executive |
| Full traditional golf | Championship |
| Beginner-friendly golf | Level 1 Executive |
| Short-game practice | Pitch & Putt |
| A serious challenge | Level 4 Executive or Championship |
| Putting practice | Putting course / practice green |
| Driving practice | Driving range |
| A golf lesson | Golf Academy |
| Golf near my rental | Course Finder |
Questions
Golf in The Villages — FAQ
Everything AJ guests ask before their first round.
Disclaimer
AJ Home Rentals is an independent rental and property management company and is not The Villages, its developer, golf operations or Community Development Districts. Golf courses, policies, fees, hours, tee-time procedures and availability are controlled by their respective operators and may change. AJ provides this guide as a convenience to our guests. Always confirm current rules, rates and course status with the official golf provider.
Stay Where the Golf Is
Whether you're planning a month of daily Executive golf, a Championship course tour or simply want to practice your short game, AJ Home Rentals can help you find a Villages home that puts you close to the golf experience you want.
Already Booked? Get Your Temporary Resident IDs