Webbs Reserve Golf Club in Punta Gorda, Florida, has opened a new 18-hole golf course by Nicklaus Design for public play.

The club is the centrepiece of the new Webbs Reserve at Babcock Ranch community, currently under development by Lennar.

The Nicklaus Design team, led by designer Chris Cochran, laid out the 7,034-yard course across the coastal plains and wetlands of the south Florida community. The course has water in play on every hole, courtesy of the site’s 20 lakes.

“Webbs Reserve is a fantastic layout that truly has something for everyone,” said Andrew McGrath, the club’s head golf professional. “The course offers a great mix of challenging holes that test your skills and more forgiving ones that let you relax and enjoy the game. Every hole is thoughtfully designed, with opportunities to play strategically or take some bold shots, depending on your style. The stunning natural scenery of the area adds so much to the experience – it’s not just a round of golf; it’s a chance to immerse yourself in the beauty of south Florida.”

The new course features Bimini fairways, tees and rough, and TifEagle greens.

The semi-private club has a limited number of memberships available with the purchase of a home.