It has been a few years since I stayed at The Bay Hill Club and Lodge, but be assured it is still very fresh on my mind. Finding the place, without GPS or any google directions was not easy. It is in the middle of a residential area, away from the hustle and bustle of the theme parks and such. When we pulled up at the Lodge, we were greeted immediately by a doorman and escorted inside to the front desk. Keep in mind this is a lodge and not a huge resort, so the lobby was very small but welcoming and quaint. The room was not huge but was elegant, comfortable and clean. The staff was very helpful offering suggestions for dining off the property as well as promoting the on-site gourmet restaurant. The room and ammenities did not matter to me as I was there for one thing only…GOLF. I had the privilege of playing the first 9 with three very nice members and the second nine on my own. I had the entire back nine to myself and enjoyed every minute of it. I have played many courses on the PGA Tour’s schedule and would have to say, without a doubt this is one of the very best! Beautiful, challenging and fun, not to mention the immaculate conditioning.
If you ever get the chance, do not hesitate to stay at The Bay Hill Club and Lodge over any of the higher end golf resorts in the Orlando area or anywhere in Florida for that matter.