Parque da Floresta: Immediately opposite Villa Santa Maria
Parque da Floresta is said to be one of Europe's most spectacular golf courses and is walking distance from Villa Santa Maria. It has an infinite variety of holes and incredible views of the surrounding countryside and sea.
Designed by former Spanish amateur champion Pepe Gancedo, (architect of the well-known Torrequebrada course near Malaga in Spain), it was virtually carved out of the hills and many of the natural contours have been retained.
The course has a dress code which includes soft spikes.
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Holes: 18. Par (SSS): 72 (72)
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Length: 5,670m
Facilities include:
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Pro shop
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Driving range
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Vigia Golf academy
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Changing rooms and lockers
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Putting-greens
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Buggies
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Short game practice area
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Club & shoe hire
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Trolleys
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Free club & shoe cleaning
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Swimming Pool
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Health & beauty spa
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Hairdresser
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Clubhouse and Restaurant overlooking the 18th hole
For more information:
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Website: www.parquedafloresta.com
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Email: golf@vigiasa.com
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Telephone: 00 351 282 690 054 / 55
Boavista
The 18 hole, 6,053m length Boavista is about 8 miles from the villa, half way between Luz and Lagos. You are required to have a current handicap certificate (Max: Men - 27, Ladies - 34) to play here. Facilities include golf shop, driving range, lessons, putting & chipping greens, clubhouse and restaurant.
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For more information visit: www.boavistagolf.com
Palmares:
The 18 hole 5,961m length course of Palmares is about 12 miles from the villa and about 3 miles past Lagos. You are required to have a current handicap certificate to play, and facilities include pro shop, driving range, lessons, buggies, putting & chipping greens, lessons, buggies and clubhouse.
- For more information visit: www.palmaresgolf.com