Feather Sound Country Club in Clearwater, FL, provides an 18-hole parkland-style golf course that balances approachable play with strategic challenges. Mature oaks, water hazards, and subtle terrain shifts create an engaging round suited for golfers seeking a classic course steeped in thoughtful design and quiet beauty.
Feather Sound Country Club, located in Clearwater, Florida, offers an 18-hole championship golf experience framed by gently rolling fairways and mature oak trees. As a private club, Feather Sound is designed to provide a serene yet challenging environment that balances playability with strategic demands. The course’s layout emphasizes shot-making and precision, rewarding golfers who can thoughtfully navigate well-placed bunkers and contoured greens. The relatively flat terrain allows for an accessible walk for players of all ages and skill levels, while subtle elevation changes and water hazards bring added variety and depth to the game.
This course belongs to the parkland style, where manicured fairways contrast sharply against natural wetlands and lakes that come into play on several holes. The landscaping encourages a quiet focus, with consistently maintained turf and mature vegetation creating an inviting backdrop without distraction. Wind can occasionally factor into club selection, especially on the more open holes nearer the middle of the round.
Feather Sound’s playability is tailored toward an audience that appreciates a classic, traditional golf setting with moderate challenges rather than extreme length or aggressive risk-reward designs. The course tests accuracy and short-game strategy more than brute power, making it approachable while still providing a satisfying test for mid- to low-handicap golfers.
Beyond the course itself, Feather Sound Country Club features well-equipped practice facilities including a driving range and putting greens that enable players to fine-tune their skills before teeing off. The clubhouse serves as a comfortable hub, supporting both social and competitive gatherings with dining and event spaces that reflect understated elegance.
Walking the course is encouraged, with well-manicured cart paths offering easy footing. The overall ambiance invites players to engage with the course thoughtfully, enjoying a full round that melds natural tranquility with golf’s subtle challenges. For those privileged to play, Feather Sound Country Club represents a polished, rewarding Florida golf experience rooted in tradition and quality.
The club’s parkland layout integrates mature oak and pine trees that frame each fairway, while several holes play around natural freshwater ponds, requiring careful shot placement. Signature holes include a challenging par-4 with a narrow landing area guarded by bunkers and water down the right side. The well-maintained practice range and putting greens support a comprehensive pre-round warm-up, and the classic clubhouse provides a refined environment for post-round relaxation.
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2201 Feather Sound Dr, Clearwater, FL 33762, USA
Feather Sound Country Club Clubhouse
Walking is encouraged and comfortable; sturdy golf shoes recommended due to occasional morning dew and soft turf.
Member invitation required to play; guest play permitted with member sponsorship.