Heritage Golf Group has acquired of three premier private clubs in Florida from MG Orender – managing partner of the properties.
With these additions, Heritage’s portfolio now includes 46 clubs nationwide, including 12 throughout Florida. The three newly acquired properties – The Plantation Golf & Country Club, Country Club of Ocala and The Palencia Club – strengthen Heritage’s footprint across the state and reflect the company’s continued growth strategy in key golf and lifestyle markets.
“We wanted to ensure each of these clubs was positioned for long-term success, and after a meticulous search, we are excited to have selected Heritage Golf Group as the ideal fit,” said Orender, a past president of the PGA of America. managing “Heritage has an outstanding reputation for reinvesting in its clubs and supporting on-site teams. We’re confident their leadership, experience, and commitment to private club excellence will continue to elevate the member and employee experience at these outstanding properties.”
The three Florida clubs each bring distinctive amenities and character to the Heritage portfolio:
Country Club of Ocala is a full-service private club home to a course designed by Steve Nugent. The course’s rolling terrain, lined with oaks and hardwoods, provides a unique Central Florida golf experience. Additional amenities include seven tennis courts (five hydro clay and two hard), pickleball, an Olympic-sized pool, and a full-service fitness center.
The Plantation Golf & Country Club (Fort Myers) features a golf course designed by the team of Dr. Michael Hurdzan and Dana Fry. The clubhouse, known as The Great House, offers expansive dining options, a large practice facility, and popular event spaces for members and guests.
Plantation Golf & CC (Heritage Golf Group)
The Palencia Club (St. Augustine, FL) features an Arthur Hills–designed course and a three-story, 33,000-square-foot clubhouse with panoramic views, multiple dining venues offering both casual and fine dining experiences, and spaces for member events, banquets, and special occasions.
Palencia Club (Heritage Golf Group)
“The addition of these three dynamic clubs marks an exciting milestone in Heritage’s continued growth,” said Mark Burnett, CEO of Heritage Golf Group. “Each property, while unique, reflects the core qualities of our portfolio, exceptional golf and vibrant member experiences. It has been a privilege to work collaboratively with MG and Hampton Golf throughout this smooth transition, and we look forward to building upon the strong foundation they’ve established at these clubs.”
Early capital improvement plans, Burnett said, are in discussion and will be guided by member and team feedback to ensure enhancements align with each club’s unique culture and priorities.
Feature Photo: Country Club of Ocala (Heritage Golf Group)