Naples, Florida
P.B. Dye’s Olde Cypress lays out a demanding but fair test in refined private-club surroundings, with sculpted bunkers, shifting topography, and memorable water carries. Home to standout par-3s and bold greens, it’s one of the Naples area’s most visually compelling member courses. If you crave pedigree strategy, pristine conditioning, and a high-caliber Florida club experience, Olde Cypress delivers.
At sunset, the view from the No. 12 island green is a stunner—pause for a photo or a quiet moment to soak it in before putting.
Olde Cypress is unmistakably a P.B. Dye creation, marrying the boldness of classic Dye strategy—shapely bunkers, risk-reward lines, angular hole designs—with the manicured setting of a high-end Florida private club. Water impacts at least half the holes, both visually and in play, and the greens are perched, tiered, and often well-defended, demanding a sharp approach game and a steady touch around the putting surfaces. Subtle use of topography, surprising for Naples, adds further dimension, with shifting fairway platforms and green sites that reward precise placement and creative shotmaking.
P.B. Dye fused showman’s strategy and Florida polish, creating a course that rewards precision and dares aggression.
This early par-5 offers the tempting opportunity to attack in two for long hitters, but the smarter route often comes down to a savvy layup and careful approach around doglegs and well-placed bunkers. Multiple angles to the green reward the player who is bold but smart with their risk tolerance.
Stay disciplined on your layup and position your second shot to avoid trouble, giving yourself the best line into the green for a possible birdie.
Water and deep sand protect the layup zone and the green; overzealous layups or approaches can quickly find a penalty.
Exceptionally maintained fairways and greens with polished club presentation.
Efficient, private-club pace—expect a focused but unhurried round.
Upscale and energetic, with a lively member culture and refined Florida ambiance.
Collared shirts, tailored shorts or slacks; golf-appropriate attire required.
With small, at-times diabolical greens and the island target at No. 12, a sharp short game can save you multiple shots.
Dye’s sculpted bunkers often frame landing zones; confidence from sand is a must.
Naples sun can be relentless—bring sunscreen, hat, and plenty of water, especially in peak season.
Course opens, designed by P.B. Dye
First full season for members
Greens resurfaced with TifEagle Bermuda; bunkers refreshed
Clubhouse and amenity expansion announced
P.B. Dye broke new ground in Collier County with his signature tiered greens, sculpted bunkering, and showy water features. The course was designed from scratch to blend Florida’s natural lakes and palms with the crisp shot values and visual drama of classic Dye work.
No. 12, the course’s short par-3 'Oasis', is a petite island green ringed by blue water, a shot that leaves no margin for error and sticks in the memory of every first-timer. Members boast about both its beauty and its ability to produce disaster late in a close match.
From the quirky Glow Ball night tournaments to the competitive Italian Open, Olde Cypress prides itself on a club calendar full of fun, high-energy events that make the most of its lively membership. There’s rarely a dull season inside the gates.
No. 12, dubbed 'Oasis', is a genuine island green amid Florida palms.
The club hosts a quirky 'Glow Ball' night-golf tournament under the stars.
More than 65 sculpted bunkers add Dye's signature drama to every round.
A $16 million clubhouse expansion in the 2020s elevated off-course comfort.
Olde Cypress was P.B. Dye’s first original 18-hole commission in Collier County.
Arguably the best public-access test in the region, with bold Jack Nicklaus design.
Tour-level conditions, stadium excitement, and resort booking options.
Easier to secure a tee time—good conditions and classic South Florida design.
For the golf architecture buff; a national-caliber private experience if you can secure a spot.
North Naples or Park Shore for easy reach to clubs, dining, and the Gulf.
Courses with the most similar DNA profile — matched by deviation shape across all eight playing characteristics.
Why it matches: Sherwood Country Club is a natural next stop after The Club at Olde Cypress: it a comparable balance of challenge, variety, and character.
Why it matches: What links these two? A comparable balance of challenge, variety, and character — a familiar feeling, expressed in Augusta National Golf Club's own setting.
Why it matches: If The Club at Olde Cypress is your kind of course, Sebonack Golf Club is worth a look because it a comparable balance of challenge, variety, and character.
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