Laurel Oak Country Club
Laurel Oak Country Club is a private, gated golf community in Sarasota, Florida, spanning 813 acres with two 18-hole courses designed by Rees Jones. The club is professionally managed by Hampton Golf.
The 45,000-square-foot clubhouse sits within 15 minutes of some of Florida's finest beaches, alongside a 12-court Har-Tru tennis facility, six pickleball courts, and a six-lane junior Olympic swim center.
Membership
2026 Membership tiers
Premier Golf & Tennis
availableInitiation
$135,000
Monthly Dues
$1,378/mo ($1,073 dues + $305 capital)
Unlimited use of the golf course, tennis facility, pickleball, pool, and clubhouse. Young Executive members (ages 35-45) pay $948.80/month total, increasing 6% annually until age 45. $100 of the initiation fee is assigned as equity, refundable upon resignation.
Full Golf
availableInitiation
$125,000
Monthly Dues
$1,312/mo ($1,043 dues + $269 capital)
Unlimited use of the golf course, pickleball, pool, and clubhouse. Young Executive members (ages 35-45) pay $894.97/month total, increasing 6% annually until age 45. $100 of the initiation fee is assigned as equity, refundable upon resignation.
Full Tennis
availableInitiation
$10,000
Monthly Dues
$564/mo ($447 dues + $117 capital)
Unlimited use of the tennis facility, pickleball, pool, and clubhouse. Young Executive members (ages 35-45) pay $385.10/month total, increasing 6% annually until age 45.
Full Social
availableInitiation
$7,500
Monthly Dues
$349/mo
Total access to the swimming pool and patio, community social events, and clubhouse. Pickleball can be added for $100/month.
Associate
availableAnnual Dues
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Non-equity membership with full privileges, one-year term, for members under age 35. Contact the membership team for current pricing.
Initiation, dues, and fees are subject to change; monthly payments are subject to change each year. Dues are subject to 7% Florida state sales tax. Initiation fees are non-refundable except $100, which is assigned as equity and refundable upon resignation from the club. Pricing effective April 2026.
Guest Fees
2026 Guest & cart fees
November - April
| Category | 18 Holes | 9 Holes |
|---|---|---|
| Golf Guest | $135 | $95 |
| Golf Guest (16 & younger) | $25 | $15 |
| Family Guest (equity members, immediate family within 100mi) | $90 | $52 |
| Family Guest, children 16 & younger | Cart fee only | Cart fee only |
| Special Family Guest (outside 100mi) | Cart fee only | Cart fee only |
| House Guest (2-week visit)Plus $60 registration per family unit; must register with administration office | $95 | $57 |
May - October
| Category | 18 Holes | 9 Holes |
|---|---|---|
| Golf Guest | $100 | $65 |
| Golf Guest (16 & younger) | $30 | $20 |
| Family Guest (equity members, immediate family within 100mi) | $75 | $45 |
| Family Guest, children 16 & younger | Cart fee only | Cart fee only |
| Special Family Guest (outside 100mi) | Cart fee only | Cart fee only |
| House Guest (2-week visit)Plus $10 registration per family unit; must register with administration office | $75 | $45 |
Facilities
Amenities & facilities
Championship Golf
Two 18-hole, meticulously maintained Rees Jones-designed championship courses.
Tennis & Pickleball
12 Har-Tru tennis courts, 10 lighted for night play, plus six newly built, top-rated cushioned pickleball courts.
Swim Center
A six-lane, junior Olympic swimming pool heated for year-round lap swimming and social use.
Clubhouse
A 45,000-square-foot clubhouse set on 800 acres of grounds, hosting dining, weddings, and year-round family and social events.
Cart, Locker & Other Fees
Member cart fees run $31 per person for 18 holes and $18 for 9 holes year-round (discounted rates for children); take-home and unlimited cart plans range $2,732-$4,555/year. Annual food minimum is $800 for families and $600 for singles (billed May-April), golf locker and club storage are each $150/year, and a 20% service charge is added to food and beverage bills.
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