Details About Sara Bay Country Club
Sarasota, Florida
Founded in 1926, Sara Bay Country Club is a private, member-owned golf club located just north of downtown Sarasota, Florida’s cultural capital, and a short drive from the Gulf Coast Keys of Longboat, Lido, St. Armands, Bird, and Siesta, as well as Lakewood Ranch.
Designed by legendary architect Donald Ross, who considered Sara Bay among his personal favorites, the course is widely recognized as one of Florida’s finest classic golf courses. The Club maintains a low membership roster which ensures tee time availability and a comfortable pace of play, whether walking or riding. Our professional golf staff is at your service for instructional guidance and to accurately fit your swing with appropriate equipment…while the golf shop displays the latest in golf equipment fashionable apparel.
In addition to an outstanding golfing experience, Sara Bay Country Club indulges members with exceptional clubhouse facilities. The tasteful décor of the old Florida-styled clubhouse creates a warm ambiance, while it exudes an understated elegance that can only come with time and tradition. Members can enjoy after-golf socializing in the Donald Ross Grill Room and in the evening, renowned fine dining in the Palm Room. Festive seasonal events feature live entertainment, dancing and gourmet meals. Full service locker rooms for both men and women, including private card rooms, further enhance the traditional atmosphere of the club.
Cost
Initiation: $25,001 – $50,000
Dues: $10,001 – $15,000 annually
Membership Types
Full Golf Membership, Social Membership, Junior Executive Membership, Family Membership, Annual Membership
Golf Amenities
Practice Range, Instruction, PGA Professionals on staff, Golf Shop, Men’s Invitational, Women’s Invitational, Men’s Day, Ladies Day, Couples Events, Group Play, Private Golf Carts, Walking, Tee Time Structure, Regular games for drop-in play, Group of single digit players, Reciprocation with area clubs
Local Area
Located Near Beach or Lake: Yes
Located Near Shopping and Dining: Yes
Located Near Medical Facilities: Yes
Located Near Commercial Airport: Yes
Our Club is a Gated Community: No
General Location: Sarasota/Venice/Bradenton, FL
Real Estate
The real estate market in and around this golf club has been fluid the past several months. Our suggestion is to connect with a local Golf Certified Real Estate Agent and request a market update and/or get the latest intel on available homes for sale that may have a golf membership attached.
Social Activities
Book Club, Cards, Cooking
Health & Wellness
Our club does not have a fitness center
Dining
Casual Restaurant, Formal Dining, Banquet Service, Meeting Space, Buffets, Recognized Chef, Beer Available, Liquor Available, Wine Storage, Wine Variety
Pool
Our club does not have a pool
Tennis
Our club does not have Tennis