Hunters Ridge Golf & Country Club
Hunters Ridge features a 6,167-yard, 18-hole championship golf course designed by Gordon G. Lewis, suitable for all golf abilities. The community includes lighted tennis, pickleball, and bocce courts, plus three state-of-the-art indoor golf simulator studios. A spacious clubhouse offers a grill room, formal dining, outdoor patio bar, and hosts live entertainment and social events. Fitness enthusiasts enjoy a 10,000 sq ft activity center with gym, group-class studio, plus a resort-style pool, spa, and snack bar. Golf membership is optional—not bundled—so homeowners choose between golf access or full social access only.
This gated, low-density community spans 275 acres with roughly 550 homes including single-family, villas, and coach homes. Homes sit amid mature foliage, winding streets, lakes, golf fairways, cypress preserves and moss-draped oaks. It offers 24-hour security, on-site property management, and a friendly, active social atmosphere year-round. The location is minutes from Gulf beaches, Coconut Point shopping, cultural venues, and Southwest Florida amenities. Residents describe Hunters Ridge as peaceful yet vibrant—a welcoming community rooted in shared interests and camaraderie.
Description of Hunters Ridge Golf Course
The 18-hole course, designed by Gordon G. Lewis, plays to par 72 with Bermuda grass-turfed greens that stay in excellent condition year-round. It stretches about 6,344 yards from the longest tees, with a slope around 128 and a rating near 71.3. A fair number of bunkers and occasional water hazards challenge players without overwhelming them. Champion tees measure 6,167 yards, rating 69.7 and slope 125, with multiple forward tees adjusting yardage and difficulty. Its well-groomed fairways are consistently maintained, offering both challenge and playability for all golfer levels.
The scorecard reflects five tee sets, with yardage down to about 4,546 from the ladies’ tees, slope ranging from 115 to 128 across tees. The course blends strategic bunkering and water features, including water at select holes, adding risk-reward dimension. A notable signature is a par-3 17th with water guarding the green—visually striking and demanding precision. Greens are Bermuda grass, delivering reliable, firm putting surfaces in warm Southwest Florida climate. Overall, Hunters Ridge presents a balanced layout combining classic design, modern conditioning, and standout last-hole drama.
Hunters Ridge Greens Fees and Membership Costs
Hunters Ridge Golf Course charges walking and cart rates by season—shoulder and peak—with weekday and weekend variations. Shoulder season weekday 18-hole rates: $28 walking, $50 with cart. Peak season weekday rates: $34 walking, $56 with cart. Weekend rates climb to $30-$40 walking and $52-$62 with cart. Special after-3 pm discounts and “dew sweepers” weekday offers with cart and range balls included provide flexible options.
Membership requires upfront initiation plus annual dues, with separate golf or social levels. Golf initiation runs approximately $33,000 to $50,000 depending on source. Annual golf dues range from about $5,600 to $10,257. Social membership costs include initiation (≈$5,000) plus annual dues around $4,650. Golf members get unlimited course access, while social members enjoy all amenities excluding regular golf privileges.
Hunters Ridge Golfing Staff and Members
General Manager Don Huprich oversees operations with Director of Golf and Head Golf Professional Robert Harpster guiding players. Superintendent Jose Garcia ensures immaculate course conditions year-round. Staff offer personalized lessons, tournament organization, and simulator operation support. The club emphasizes member enjoyment through tailored activities and instruction. This professional team fosters a welcoming, high-quality golf experience for members and guests.
While no celebrity or famous member names are publicly noted, the club’s close-knit membership creates a familiar, friendly atmosphere. Members enjoy owning private carts and unlimited golf access—a distinct perk in the region. It opened in 1988 and offers reciprocal play at over 36 area clubs. Its innovative three-golf-simulator studios provide practice regardless of weather. These features together make Hunters Ridge uniquely engaging and player-centric.