The Dunes Golf & Tennis Club

About The Dunes Golf & Tennis Club

You'll find one of Sanibel's best-kept secrets tucked away on this barrier island, where The Dunes delivers a surprisingly engaging golf experience that punches well above its weight class. The layout makes clever use of the island's natural contours and native vegetation, threading fairways through coastal scrub and around strategically placed water hazards that come into play more often than you'd expect. What sets this course apart is its intimate, old-Florida feel – it predates the resort boom and maintains that authentic island character that's increasingly rare in Southwest Florida. The conditioning consistently impresses given the modest greens fees, and the staff genuinely cares about the golf experience rather than just processing rounds. Walking is not only allowed but encouraged, which tells you everything about the pace and philosophy here. With a solid 4.5-star rating from players who've discovered it, The Dunes proves that great golf doesn't always require championship pedigree or resort prices – sometimes it just needs thoughtful routing and people who understand what golfers actually want.

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