Private Golf Club Access with Your Island Stay
Play at Lemon Bay Golf Club — a Premier Golf Course Near Port Charlotte
Palm Island Resort is excited to offer our guests and owners an exclusive summer opportunity: access to one of Southwest Florida’s finest private golf clubs, Lemon Bay Golf Club. Just a short trip from our shores, this members-only course offers the perfect blend of championship golf and natural tranquility.
A Premier Golf Experience in Southwest Florida
This private club, open to resort guests from May 12 to October 12, offers an ideal escape for anyone looking to add a round or two of golf to their coastal getaway.
Play a Renovated Par-71 Golf Course Surrounded by Natural Beauty
- A scenic par-71 layout designed to challenge and delight
- A multi-million dollar course renovation
- Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary status — one of only 165 worldwide
- An 8-acre eagle preserve where guests often spot nesting bald eagles
Whether you’re an avid golfer or simply seeking a peaceful place to play, Lemon Bay Golf Club offers the quality and privacy you deserve.
How to Access Lemon Bay Golf Club as a Palm Island Guest
Palm Island Resort guests and owners can enjoy reciprocal access to Lemon Bay Golf Club by following a few simple steps:
- Tee times must be reserved through the Palm Island Reception Office
Tee times can be booked up to 7 days in advance
No direct bookings with Lemon Bay Golf Club are allowed
Guests must check in at the Golf Shop upon arrival
Appropriate golf attire is required
No cash accepted — all payments by credit card only
No personal coolers allowed
Tee times begin at 8:30 am daily, except Mondays (10:00 am)
Grill open 11:00 am–3:00 pm | Bar open 11:00 am–5:00 pm
Note: All golfers must present a valid Palm Island Resort ID at the time of play. Guests without a pre-arranged tee time through our team will not be permitted on the course.
Plan Ahead for Course Closures
To help you plan your golf getaway, please note the following 2025 course maintenance closures at Lemon Bay Golf Club:
Tuesdays in June & July
Closed
June 16–22
Course Closed
July 13–14
Course Closed
August 4–8
Course Closed
September 2–29
Course and Clubhouse Closed
Book Your Stay and Let Us Arrange Your Tee Time
Looking for a resort with golf access in Florida? When you book your accommodations at Palm Island Resort, simply let our team know you’d like to include golf in your plans. We’ll coordinate everything for you — from tee times to ferry details — so you can focus on enjoying your stay.
Whether you’re traveling solo, with family, or with fellow golf enthusiasts, this is a rare opportunity to experience a private golf club near Port Charlotte without a full-time membership.