Golf Courses
Spain is a top destination for golf lovers and has a particularly suitable climate from September through to May or June. On average there are 300 days of sunshine during the year, gentle winds and good visibility. The area around Torrevieja has several excellent golf courses to suit various tastes.
La Finca Championship course
Destined for Spanish Open and Ryder Cup status once the new Club House and 5 star hotel have been finalised, the 6,394 metre La Finca Championship course was planned by Pepe Gancedo, the prestigious Spanish designer, and opened in 2002. Its tricky fast greens and Bermuda grass fairways offer the greatest variation of any course in the Costa Blanca, and lie at the foot of Mount Escotera in natural surroundings of great beauty. Adjacent orange and lemon groves, old olive trees, several lakes with running water and reed beds not only enhance its visual appeal but are also home to a wide variety of migratory birds.
On the 5th the ball has to be hit onto an island green; and the 17th is protected by a large lake. In addition the course has a reserve hole so that even if one of the holes is closed off unexpectedly, players are still able to complete a full 18-hole round.
| Key Facts | Charges | |||
| Holes: | 18 | Green fee public price: | 75 Euros for 18 holes; 38 Euros for 9 holes | |
| Par: | 72 | Buggy hire: | 30 Euros for 18 holes; 17 Euros for 90 holes | |
| Length: | 6km | Club hire: | 25 Euros | |
| Slope: | 131 metres | Trolley hire: | 3 Euros or 12 Euros for electric trolley | |
| Handicap certificate: | compulsory | Obligatory insurance: | 1.5 Euros | |
| Male HP: | 28 | Green fees: | 38 Euros for juniors; 25 Euros for pros | |
| Female HP: | 36 | |||
| Soft spikes: | compulsory | |||
| Buggy hire: | available | |||
| Dress: | must be appropriate (no tee shirts) | |||
| Proof of handicap: | must be produced |
Facilities and classes
| The practice facilities include: | a driving range, putting green, chipping area, practice bunker |
| Tuning-up class for those who have not played for a while: | 25 Euros for 30 minutes |
| Beginners class 3 day programme of 1˝ hours per day (for 1 or 2 students): | 160 Euros |
| Standard class of ˝ hour: | 30 Euros per person |
Bookings
Phone 0034 966 729 010, or e-mail 7 days in advance to ventas@golflafinca.com
See: www.golflafinca.com
The Club House
Has changing rooms, showers, club rental, pro shop, bar and a good restaurant where you can eat casually outside or more formally inside. The menu ranges from tapas and pastries to a full four course a la carte.
Other nearby Golf Courses
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Villamartin
(owned by the same company as La Finca and 15 minutes away by car)
Built in 1972 and designed by Paul Putman to offer variety to the game by having to avoid natural precipices and water hazards for some holes. It has excellent greens and scenic fairways, is versatile and easy to play with the family or with players of different levels.
Las Ramblas
(owned by the same company as La Finca and 15 minutes by car)
Located between two ravines, the course requires great precision when hitting the ball. Fairways and greens, set in mountainous terrain, are narrow and demanding. Elevated trees and water hazards make this a must for players who like to take a risk.
Campoamor
(20 minutes from La Finca)
The course is laid out in two connecting valleys, surrounded by small hills. The player is tested by 6 dog-legs set in expansive fairways, lakes and excellent greens. A great course for big hitters.
Alenda
(30 minutes north, near Elche)-opened in 1999, caters for all levels.
Altorreal
(40 minute south near Murcia) - designed by Dave Thomas, has 20,000 trees and 6 lakes providing challenging water hazards.
Bonalba
(50 minutes north) - opened in 1995 overlooking the sea near Alicante, suitable for players of all handicaps.
El Plantio
(30 minutes north just south of Alicante )-offers two golf courses, one of 18 holes, one of 9, catering for all levels.
La Marquesa
(near Rojales, 10 minutes by car)-uncomplicated course, suitable for players of all ages.
See: www.golfholidayvilla.co.uk for more information