1. Who was the Dunedin Country Club architect?
Dunedin Country Club was designed by all-time great golf course architect Donald Ross, the course was carved out of citrus groves and was opened for play January 1, 1927.

2. Was Donald Ross on site at Dunedin Country Club?
Yes, Donald Ross was on site in early 1926 surveying the site and told the Dunedin Times the site was, "among the most naturally beautiful and suitable for golf."  In 1928 the Times quotes Ross as having told a New York businessman that, "The Dunedin Isles Golf & Country Club 18-hole course is my masterpiece."

3. How many courses did Donald Ross design in the US?
Donald Ross is credited with designing over 400 golf courses in the United States.  Dunedin is one of only two Donald Ross designed golf courses within 40 miles of Dunedin that is open to the public.  His famed courses are Pinehurst #2 located in Pinehurst, North Carolina and Oakland Hills - South Course in Michigan.

4. Is there any historical significance to the Dunedin Country Club and its' course?
Dunedin Country has a very rich history.  The course was home of the PGA from 1945-1962.  During this time Dunedin Country Club was the host of 18 Senior Tour PGA Championships.  The first PGA merchandise show was held in the parking lot of the club and on Palm Boulevard. 

5. Who are some of the tour professionals who have played at Dunedin Country Club?
When you tee off, you follow in the footsteps of some of the greatest golfers of all times: Al Watrus, Babe Zaharais, Ben Hogan, Bobby Jones, Bobby Cruickshank, Byron Nelson, Cyril Walker, Gene Sarazen, Harold "Jug" McSpaden, Horton Smith, Jimmy Demaret, Louise Suggs, Sam Snead, Tommy Armour, Walter Hagan and many other great tour players have all played here at Dunedin Country Club! Also the great Babe Zaharias and Patty Berg from the LPGA. 

In more recent times the likes of Mark Calcavechia, John Huston, Brittney Lincicome, Ben Crenshaw and many other great tour players have all played here at Dunedin Country Club! 

The reaction to Dunedin Country Club by some of golf's greats is worth noting:

"One of the finest golf courses I've ever played.  The layout's the thing.  It is the best in Florida, perhaps in the country."
Tommy Armour

"Compares with the best courses we have played on the winter tour"
Ben Hogan

"It's a championship course.  The greens are the finest in Florida."
Bobby Cruickshank

"The Dunedin Isles course is one of the best."
Cyril Walker

In addition to famous golfers, many other athletes and celebrities have enjoyed Dunedin Country Club including; Babe Ruth, Judge Kennesaw Mountain Landis (1st commissioner of Major League Baseball), John Coolidge (son of President Coolidge) amongst others. 

6. Why was Dunedin Country Club closed for renovations?
Dunedin Country Club was closed in order to rebuild our putting surfaces.  We chose MiniVerde ultradwarf grass for our greens.  MiniVerde provides an excellent putting surface with fine leaf blades, short internodes and high shoot density.  MiniVerde is dark green in color and exhibits excellent low temperature color retention.  Its versatility permits MiniVerde to be mowed at collar height as well, letting the superintendent battle encroachment issues on the edge of the collar instead of the green.  Most of all, MiniVerde is simply easier to manage.  Unlike other ultradwarfs, MiniVerde produces deep roots and is quick to recover from cultural practices, allowing the superintendent to manage it like Tifdwarf while achieving a tighter, faster, and consistent putting surface second to none!

7. Is Dunedin Country Club a Private Course?
No, the golf course property is owned by the city of Dunedin, who in turn lease the property to Dunedin Country Club with the stipulation that it be operated as a Semi-Private course.  As a Semi-Private operation Dunedin Country Club is always open to the golfing public. 

However, Dunedin Country Club also offers both golf and social memberships allowing for many of the benefits of a private club, such as guaranteed tee times, locker rentals, golf club storage, block time groups, and club championships.  Club social activities include weekly bridge groups for men and women, bingo nights with buffet suppers, holiday events, special menu nights featuring steak, seafood and other delicacies, and frequent entertainment and dinner dances.

Dunedin Country Club offers complete banquet facilities which are available for private parties and banquets.  Supervised by professional staff with highly trained and certified chefs, the clubhouse offers dining and ballroom facilities for 250+ guests. There is a newly renovated Grille Room and full-service bar, and a view from our new Ross Patio overlooking the golf course.

8. How can I get information more information about Dunedin Country Club?

• For information regarding the Banquet facilities please Click Here or call (727) 733-2134 (ext. 235)
• Tee-times may be reserved by calling the Pro Shop (727) 733-7836
• For membership information please Click Here or call (727) 733-2134 (ext. 235)

If you have any other questions, contact our staff by Clicking Here or call us at (727) 733-2134!