By David Theoret
Plantation Golf & Country Club in Venice, Florida is not only a great place to play golf – with two 18-hole Ron Garl-designed championship golf courses – it’s also a great place to call home.
Plantation sits on more than 1,300 acres, with residences that include maintenance-free villas, patio homes, condominiums and single-family homes. 
The ownership has invested over a million dollars into improvements and will spend another million in 2020. Plantation is one of 50 member clubs of the Concert Golf Club system. As a member of one Concert Golf club you become a member at all of them
Golf is the main attraction with 36 holes designed by Ron Garl, that provide an amazing experience.
The Bobcat Course opened in 1982 and is considered by many to be one of the finest 18-hole courses around. Every fall since 1988, Plantation has hosted the LPGA Tour Qualifying School. More earth was moved here to create the rolling hills on the Bobcat Course than any other course in Florida and to this day it is one of the best maintained and conditioned courses in this part of the state. There are seven sets of tees that can be played anywhere from 6,813 to 4,551 yards. The course rating is 74 and the slope is 140 from the Back tees.
The Panther course opened in 1987 and even though slightly shorter, it is more difficult than the Bobcat. The putting surfaces have been updated to TifEagle Bermuda grass which is far more durable and quicker.
Plantation has Class A PGA and LPGA golf professionals are on staff. They teach out of the Golf Learning Center located on the property and use the latest teaching technology, including the FlightScope Launch Monitor and various club fitting systems.
The club also offers an extensive tennis complex featuring 13 Har-Tru tennis courts, 5 of which are lit for night play. During the season, weekly leagues as well as a year-round junior program and other activities ensure that everyone may find a competitive, fun group to join regardless of their skill level.
Pickleball has become quite popular and the two courts at Plantation assure adequate times for play.
Quality Matrix weight machines, stationary bikes, treadmills, step machines, ellipticals and free weights are available in the Fitness Center. A full fitness calendar of classes includes Zumba, Yoga, Balance and Tone, TRX plus Arms and Abs
A heated Junior Olympic size pool is popular with swimmers of all ages, plus there is a heated Jacuzzi spa that seats 10. Poolside food and beverage is available. It’s the perfect place to relax and enjoy the Florida sunshine with houseguests and grandchildren.
The Sunset Lounge and Member’s Grill, in the clubhouse, both have spectacular views of the golf course and water.
Plantation offers several membership categories. They strive to exceed member expectations by delivering quality services and fine facilities in a professional, responsible and hospitable manner.
If you are interested in more information, contact Jessica Lowe through their website, www.plantationgcc.com.
