Overall Review of Hollybrook Golf and Tennis Club
differentiator
37 reviews mention this
Golf course condition stands out
Residents describe a consistently well-kept course, with frequent comments on fairways, greens, and overall appearance.
A large share of reviews focus on how the course looks and plays, from tee to green. Many residents call out standout conditions, mentioning well-maintained fairways and greens and noticeable care. Others raise concerns about specific upkeep issues, like repairs, landscaping details, and ongoing maintenance problems, which detract from the property’s appearance. A few reviews also connect the course environment to safety and crowding, like being too tight or close to areas where people or traffic overlap.
common
9 reviews mention this
Dining and restaurant service
Residents point to strong restaurant food at times, but service speed can also be a problem.
Several residents describe the on-site restaurant positively, including good food, good service, and an atmosphere they enjoy. Others mention slower service or long waits for meals, including one report of a breakfast wait and limited responsiveness even when it did not seem busy. A couple of reviews also bring up the broader in-round experience, like the beverage cart not being stocked and lack of food or drink cart availability during play. Overall, dining comes up frequently, with both satisfaction and frustration depending on the day.
caveat
4 reviews mention this
Security and entry experience
Reviews describe very mixed experiences with entrance and security staff.
Some residents mention friendly, helpful security at the entrance, including a guard they describe positively. Other reviews report rude or harsh treatment at entry and difficulties with documentation or permissions. There are also complaints that the security situation felt unfair and negative for residents and visitors. Taken together, security is a recurring theme, with experiences ranging from personable to highly frustrating.
caveat
3 reviews mention this
Costs and special assessments
Some reviews question the community’s extra charges and how they are explained.
At least one review is strongly critical of a special assessment and the way the additional fee was presented, including concerns about what it covers. Other residents discuss pricing more generally in the context of golf fees, describing them as fair, and some mention discounted group pricing. While costs are mentioned in different ways, the reviews still show that money and fee transparency can become a sticking point.
caveat
4 reviews mention this
Pace of play varies
Multiple reviews complain that rounds can be slow or poorly paced.
Several reviews bring up slow play, including instances where the round takes too long or the experience drags. One review describes crowding and a lack of ranger support, and another notes slower pace at certain times. On the other hand, some residents say play can be manageable depending on when they go, which suggests pacing may be more about the day’s flow than the course layout alone.
caveat
4 reviews mention this
Cleanliness and upkeep concerns
A smaller set of reviews raise recurring cleanliness and maintenance issues outside the course play.
A few reviews shift attention to how the property is maintained, mentioning ongoing issues like dirty fountains, missing or dead flowers, and landscaping not being handled. Others describe cleanliness and safety positively, including feeling that the community is clean and secure. There are also concerns about damaged items and neglecting maintenance that affects the look of nearby areas. Overall, most readers emphasize care, but the negative comments point to specific recurring upkeep gaps.
How we summarize
Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes are displayed.
6 resident community capacity
Active Adult Communities (55+)
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International (9 miles away)
Assistance with dressing
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Strong rehabilitation/physical therapy staff and a clean, activity-rich environment.
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