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WA’s best kept ‘secret’
C
rafted into the spectacular oceanside
landscape in Western Australia, Secret
Harbour Golf Links boasts 18 superbly
designed holes and lies breathtakingly
against the panoramic setting of the Indian
Ocean. Experience a traditional Scottish
links course with small pot bunkers, rolling
fairways amid the natural sand dunes and
spectacular ocean views.
Designed by the renowned golf architect
and player, Graham Marsh, Secret Harbour
Golf Links reflects the style of the traditional
Scottish courses such as Muirfield, Turnberry
and St. Andrews. To all golfers who are
used to tree-lined parkland courses this will
present a totally new and exciting challenge,
and one to be savoured. The beautifully
manicured rolling fairways are pitted with
well-positioned pot bunkers and bordered
by lush fescue grass. This puts a premium
on course management, accuracy and a
thoughtful approach to each hole. Couple
these elements with the refreshing breezes
from the adjacent Indian Ocean, and you
have a recipe for a unique experience.
The established original “Links” has been
joined by the “Dunes” front nine which
Graham Marsh regards as probably the best
work he has ever created. Using the contours
of natural seaside to bring back the art of
shot making, and with a breathtaking vista,
it all adds up to a truly satisfying experience
that should not be missed by any player.
Secret Harbour Golf Links
As part of the ‘Golf Coast’ group of courses,
Secrets is only a leisurely 45-minute drive
from Perth. Secret Harbour is recognised as
a “must play” course by players and touring
professionals, particularly those playing
on the links courses in Europe. Each hole
presents several tee options depending
on wind conditions and the player’s ability.
The course presents a mighty challenge
from the back tees and an equally enjoyable
experience for the average player from the
white tees. These various tee positions truly
make the course “something for everyone.”
Voted the WA Golf Facility of the year in
2012, Secret Harbour is consistently ranked in
top 25 public access courses in Australia and
they receive many comments from visiting
players praising the quality of the greens, some
suggesting they are the best in Australia.
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They are currently offering a special rate of
just $69 for 18 Holes, cart hire and restaurant
lunch, which is tremendous value for this topnotch course. Additionally – in a bold step for
the popular public course – they are about
to release a limited number of memberships
(200) including a pay-as-you play membership
for $299 including the first three rounds free.
More: www.secretsgolf.com.au