Estepona Golf
Andalucia » Estepona
Located two kilometres past Estepona this natural course was the brainchild of ex-publisher David Leader and was designed by José Luis López who adapted it to the undulating terrain . It is a welcome change with the perfect opportunity to enjoy the countryside , fresh air and abundant wildlife with minimal interference from building development and ‘ traffic jams ’. Although quite short the course is up and down . Those leaving their hiking legs behind may require a buggy . The long 3rd , the ‘ Ski Run ’ swoops downhill in a swathe of green forming several tiers and the unsighted drive should bear left slightly leaving a chance to reach the green with the second shot . At the 10th there are four lakes and three bunkers guarding the green to negotiate .
Andalucia » Dona Julia
This course opened in 1989 and is located in Casares . It has matured into a lovely established course , with beautiful views of the Mediterranean Sea and surrounding mountains . It has been constructed to USGA standards with regard to the tees , drainage , bunkers and greens . It is over 6000 metres long , with large greens and variable tee positions . The first 9 holes are more difficult as they wind between local trees , rivers and lakes . The second 9 holes are more straightforward on a gentle incline . Facilities include a driving range and putting green , gym and Jacuzzi .
Andalucia » Marbella Golf
The Marbella Club Golf Resort is a magnificent 18 hole golf course , designed by Dave Thomas located in a 1,100 acre estate which is an area of exquisite natural beauty and offers five star service in a relaxed and friendly environment . With a total length of 6,247m , the course is enhanced by carefully contoured fairways , beautiful waterfalls , lakes and strategically placed bunkers , as well as undulating and protected greens , maintained to perfection . Guests of Marbella Club Hotel & Puente Romano Hotel can often have the privilege to enjoy the exclusive benefit of complimentary green fees and shuttle service to the Marbella Club Golf Course throughout their stay .
Andalucia » Finca Cortesín
The Finca Cortesín Golf Club was founded with the intention of becoming a reference in the golf world . The course measures almost 7000 m . from the black marker stakes , making it one of the longest in Europe . It is a par 72 course , with an average difficulty rating , although difficulty will increase if the back markers are used . The different teeing areas and the wide rolling fairways allow most players to reach the green easily . Harald Hurgan , the internationally renowned landscape architect , collaborated with Cabell Robinson , the course designer , on the surrounding landscaping .
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