Resting serenely under the warm Florida sun in Ft. Myers, near Interstate Highway 75 and Southwest Florida International Airport, is Fiddlesticks Country Club, a place that could happen only once. Since its beginning in 1983, Fiddlesticks has been blessed with one of Florida s finest and most recognized golf courses, The Long Mean. Designed by renowned course architect Ron Garl, The Long Mean has stood the test of time and has players longing to return and challenge its 7077 yards.

Bob Cupp recently redesigned the Wee Friendly, the second course at Fiddlesticks, and it too is a challenging golf venue. These two courses, coupled with magnificent practice areas, make Fiddlesticks the premier golf club in Ft. Myers.

There are many communities in Florida that offer golf, but Fiddlesticks is a golf community, with members deeply dedicated to the game of golf and the camaraderie it fosters. Paramount to the success of any golf community is the availability of playing opportunities; with less than 600 members, two 18-hole courses and Master PGA Professional Jim Kurtzborn overseeing golf operations, Fiddlesticks ensures its members the opportunity to play whenever they want.

Other family activities have not been neglected at Fiddlesticks Country Club. The club features offers eight Har Tru tennis courts and a competitive tennis program spearheaded by Tennis Professional Jeff Diggs and his assistant pro. These two talented USTA-registered individuals are capable of teaching the beginner or keeping the game of a skilled player in shape. Fitness has not been overlooked either, as the club provides a professionally equipped fitness center which is open every day.

Golf

The sterling reputation of Fiddlesticks started in the design and development stages. The famous Long Mean course was named early on as one of Golf Digest Magazines Top 100 Golf Courses in the USA. The Long Mean has hosted many PGA Tour pro s such as Jack Nicklaus, Arnold Palmer and Lee Trevino. The 7,077-yard, par 72 Long Mean inspires players through its challenging course design and breathtaking beauty. The second championship golf course represents very different challenges, with sparkling lakes in play on two-thirds of its holes.

Members love the easy access to the courses; no Chelsea system here. A simple personal phone call will secure your tee times, with playing times averaging well under four hours. And with many year-round members, it s easy to get a match even out of season. Our members may even own their own golf carts.

Fiddlesticks members also love that both courses, the practice areas, putting greens and the spacious clubhouse have all been recently renovated, while the club remains debt free.

Subdivisions

• Glen Abbey

• St. Andrews

A Nice Place To Live And Stay

From its inception, Fiddlesticks Country Club has been a rare jewel in southwest Florida and a wonderful place to call home. It is virtually impossible to duplicate Fiddlesticks, with two distinctly different Championship Golf Courses and less than 300 members per course, making it the lowest density/course country club in the area. A beautiful clubhouse and facilities, a family-friendly atmosphere and caring, efficient staff assure an exceptional member experience.
 

Fine Dining

The 40,000 square foot clubhouse caters to the dining and social needs of the members by providing breakfast, lunch and dinner, seven days a week in season, prepared and served by a professional staff that is looked upon as part of the family.

Many communities have been built since the first member teed it up at Fiddlesticks, but few have enjoyed the reputation of Fiddlesticks Country Club.

Distinctive to Fiddlesticks Country Club are the groups, an alliance of players held together by the game in a unique bond of friendship and competitive spirit. The Fiddlesticks Ladies Golf Association is extremely active, providing many opportunities for the women of the club to show off their prowess on the course. It is considered the premier ladies golf association in the area.