Andalucia » Santa María
“Santa Maria Golf & Country Club”, as the name
suggests, is far more than a Golf Club. Based
around an 18th century “cortijo” which is currently
the Club House, the grounds boasts stunning
gardens and fine leisure facilities including tennis and lawn
bowling. “Santa Maria” prides itself on being one of the friendliest
international clubs on the coast and the existing membership
which is currently held to about 350 members is made up of
14 different nationalities. Set amidst unparallel beauty of the
Andalucian countryside, the course traces the contours of two
valleys in which the natural vegetation, streams and four lakes
form natural hazards. The course is not long but full of interest
and with each hole having it’s own character. Many of the tees
are elevated and the views from the 10th hole to the 16th are
breathtaking on a fine day. Santa Maria Golf is situated in a
superb location on the Costa del Sol, close to the Hotel Don
Carlos between Malaga and Marbella. Santa Maria is not only
considered one of the most exquisite Golf and Country Clubs on
the Costa del Sol, but also one of the friendliest.
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