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ELÉA ESTATE
Close to both the sea and the thriving town of Paphos in Cyprus, Eléa Estate’s
unique location is the best of both worlds. The peace and tranquillity of the
rolling countryside at your door and only 10 minutes to the vibrant town of
Paphos with great transport links – including an international airport – are
within easy reach. Situated at the heart of the prestigious Eléa Estate is the
Golf Club which offers world-class golf in a stunning setting. The par 71,
18-hole course, designed by Sir Nick Faldo, incorporates natural features to
evoke a truly Mediterranean feel and is offer referred to as ‘Sir Nick Faldo’s
Mediterranean Masterpiece’. Opening in 2010, the team at Elea Estate was
mindful of its environmental responsibilities and has heavily invested in the
sustainability of the course ensuring that the landscape integrates with native
plants and wildlife.
The 6,900-yard layout circulates through groves of mature carob and olive
trees, while dramatic outcrops of weathered limestone strikingly contrast with
the dark green fairways that, on many holes, are fringed by Mediterranean
grasses and an abundance of wild herbs and native flora. Created by a
legend, cared for by a dedicated team and already attracting international
interest, Elea Estate Golf Club is set to be not only one of the best golf
courses in Cyprus, but is already winning accolades as one of the leading
golf destinations in Europe and beyond. Golf Magazine in the USA, ranked
Elea Golf Club as one of the ‘Top 10 New International Golf Courses of 2010
and the Top100golfcourses.co.uk, golf course ranking website positioned
Elea as its ‘Number One golf course in Cyprus’. Eléa Estate’s stylish
clubhouse incorporates several terraces and balconies offering unrivalled and
uninterrupted views across the course and down to the Mediterranean. A
stunning 2,260 square-metre terraced clubhouse, plus 1,963 square-metres of
underground parking, sits above the course with spectacular vistas.
Taking advantage of the unique Cyprus climate, blending indoor and
outdoor space is a key Eléa Estate element and the sliding doors of the
clubhouse’s stunning double height reception room create a warm and inviting
atmosphere. The clubhouse boasts both private members bars and as well as
several restaurants and bars. From cosy fireplaces for those rare chilly evenings
and the peaceful library area, to lively bars and a la carte restaurants, the Eléa
Estate Clubhouse has been created to cater for your every need. The Elea
Golf Academy alongside the clubhouse, features a full-length driving range
complete with target greens and bunkers, a short game practice area and a
stunning putting green, which commands an imposing location overlooking the
whole course. With these spectacular Resorts and top class golf courses – it
is clear that Cyprus is firmly on the map as a leading golf destination, and the
combination of great weather, international accessibility - will ensure it quickly
becomes a destination of choice for golfers across the globe.
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