As a resident and golf enthusiast familiar with The Villages, Florida, I can confirm there are 12 championship 18-hole golf courses within this retirement community. These courses are known as the Championship Courses and require a Priority Membership to play.

The 12 championship courses are:

• Belle Glade Country Club
• Bonifay Country Club
• Cane Garden Country Club
• Evans Prairie Country Club
• Glenview Champions Country Club
• Havana Country Club
• Lopez Legacy Country Club
• Orange Blossom Hills Country Club
• Palmer Legends Country Club
• Mallory Hill Country Club
• Nancy Lopez Legacy Country Club
• Tierra Del Sol Country Club

In addition to these championship courses, The Villages also features 40 executive golf courses, which are 9-hole courses. However, when specifically counting 18-hole courses, the number remains at 12.

These championship courses were designed by notable architects including Nancy Lopez and Arnold Palmer. Each course offers unique challenges and layouts, maintaining high standards of course condition throughout the year.

All 12 courses are professionally maintained and feature full practice facilities, including driving ranges and putting greens. They're accessible to residents with a Priority Membership, and tee times can be booked through The Villages' central reservation system.

It's worth noting that these 12 courses are separate from the executive courses and are specifically designed to provide a complete 18-hole golf experience. They range in length from 6,000 to 7,000 yards and offer multiple tee positions to accommodate different skill levels.

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