We’re all well aware that the coronavirus has effectively wiped out most international travel for the time being. But there are still plenty of positives to take from our current situation, especially when you consider how wonderful our own backyard is.

We, as Australian golfers, are spoilt for choice when it comes to domestic golf – from the great world-class courses in our capital cities to the gems to be found in regional areas right across the nation.

So let’s not dwell on the fact we can’t travel overseas at the moment. Let’s celebrate the fact we’re living in one of the finest golfing nations in the world and use this time as an opportunity to discover – or rediscover – some of our best local destinations.

The following story is dedicated to showcasing some of Australia’s finest golf getaways and tours for 2021. Enjoy.

VICTORIA GOLF CLUB

Regularly ranked in the Top-100 golf courses in the world, the Victoria Golf Club is one of the truly wonderful experiences that visitors can easily enjoy.

The club was founded back in 1903 and moved to the current Cheltenham site, across the road from the famed Royal Melbourne Golf Club back in 1927. With almost 100 years at the site, and as with its Sandbelt peers, the course has hosted the very best players in the world.


The club has also produced great players including arguably Australia’s best ever golfer, Peter Thomson, who joined the club as a 16-year-old in 1946 and remained a member until his passing in 2018 – a photograph at his statute near the 10th tee is a memory to keep. 2006 US Open champion Geoff Ogilvy was 15 when he joined and 2018 US Amateur champion Gabi Ruffels joined as an 11-year-old – and both remain members. You might even bump into them at the club.

The course was laid out by two members who did a remarkable job – and the doyen of golf architecture Alister MacKenzie assisted them with some insights while he was in Melbourne working at the Royal Melbourne Golf Club. The course typifies the wonderful MacKenzie bunkering.

In 2018, the Club undertook an industry-leading renovation of the course which entailed the replacement of each and every green on the course. It was a fantastic project and both members and visitors alike are effusive in their praise with comments that they are now amongst the best surfaces in the country.

While the surfaces are world-class, the design is comparable with a wonderful array of challenging yet eminently playable holes. Holes 11 through 16 will play a significant role in determining your score. Holes 11, 12 and 13 are all par-4s requiring accuracy and placement off the tee followed by an approach shot to the ‘right spot’ on the green to hopefully allow the player to make a putt.

The 14th hole is a tricky uphill par-3 requiring the most precise of tee shots – missing the green will make par unlikely. The 15th is perhaps the most interesting – anything from a driver to a 6-iron – and, again, reaching the green in regulation is essential for par. The 16th typically plays as one of the hardest holes during tournaments and a long iron with careful placement is required to make three.

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Green fees: Contact the club for details.
Address: Park Road, Cheltenham, Victroria.
Contact: (03) 9584 1733.
Website: www.victoriagolf.com.au
Accommodation: The clubhouse is regarded as one of the best in Australia and includes 15 twin-share accommodation rooms and the contribution of houseguests to the ‘fabric’ of the club is significant with some having visited for more than 50 consecutive years.


The hospitality experiences offered by the club are exceptional and the awe of first-time guests ensures that they become regular visitors to the club.

The club is ideally situated to be a base for a Melbourne Sandbelt experience.

A recent overseas house guest noted: “I have been fortunate enough to play many of the great courses of the world, but yet to come across a better mix of course and hospitality as I experienced last week at Victoria Golf Club.”

Victoria GC hopes that you, too, love the experience of playing here in the Melbourne Sandbelt.

PLAY AND STAY PACKAGES

Two nights’ twin-share accommodation, including unlimited golf and all meals, starts from $720 per person midweek and from $820 on weekends. Please call for availability.

BONVILLE GOLF RESORT

Bonville Golf Resort, which many golf writers refer to as “Australia’s Augusta”, has always been focused on providing an “overall experience” to those that visit.

To limit numbers on the property and further enhance the guest experience, Bonville has recently altered its operation and now only allows very limited social play, on Mondays and Tuesdays only.


To play the course at any other time, there are all-inclusive packages on offer. These newly created, stay, play and dine packages encourage guests to focus on a getaway from their day to day lives.

“Our focus has always been on the overall experience that guests have at Bonville. This incorporates friendly customer service, high quality food and beverage offering, a great night’s sleep and the golf course itself” said General Manager, Brad Daymond.

Bonville’s 18-hole, par-72 undulating layout follows the natural contours of the property and gives golfers of all levels the chance to experience something a little different than their home courses. The individual nature of the holes carved through the forest, combined with the elevation changes, natural waterways and beautiful gardens create a superbly unique golfing experience.

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Green fees: Contact the Pro Shop on (02) 6653 4544.
Address: North Bonville Road, Bonville, NSW.
Contact: (02) 6653 4002.
Website: www.bonvillegolf.com.au
Accommodation: Bonville features 30 well-appointed accommodation rooms, including 17 Resort Rooms, eight Executive Spa Rooms and five Executive View Rooms – all overlooking the picturesque 1st fairway. Here, you will enjoy the peace and serenity that Bonville is famed for firsthand.

PLAY AND STAY PACKAGES

Bonville’s all-new stay, play and dine packages include 18 holes of golf, including luxury electric cart hire boasting Visage GPS, ball washers, USB charging ports and comfortable seating, together with onsite overnight accommodation, a three-course à la carte dinner and an à la carte breakfast in the multi award-winning Flooded Gums restaurant. Secure your 2021 Bonville experience from $370 per person mid-week. Call (02) 6653 4002 or email stay@bonvillegolf.com.au to enquire.

GOLF SOUTH COAST

The Golf South Coast in NSW is creating widespread attention within the Australian golfing community, from single-figure handicappers to casual golfers who are looking to experience some of the region’s best courses.

The stretch of pristine coastline is home to the highly revered Hilltop championship course at Mollymook, Club Catalina in Batemans Bay with the Harley Kruse-designed 15th hole and the Narooma Golf Club, which is renowned for its 3rd hole, named “Hogan Hole” after Aussie actor Paul Hogan’s famous TV commercial.


PGA Professional and Mollymook’s manager, Barry West said the formation of Golf South Coast NSW provides individuals, groups and social clubs with a destination to explore the spectacular South Coast of NSW.

“By creating this trail of first-class venues, golfers can be assured they are playing some of the best regional courses in Australia. These clubs regularly host large corporate and PGA Professional events,” West said.

Mollymook Golf Club boasts two stunning golf courses: the nine-hole Beachside Course and 18-hole Hilltop Course. Club Catalina, meanwhile, is located in the heart of Bateman’s Bay and presents a 27-hole championship course. Then there’s Narooma Golf Club, which was ranked 18th in Australia’s Top-100 Public Access Courses for 2021 by Golf Australia magazine.

All three locations are open to visitors year-round, are within easy drive to each other and are between two to three and a half hours from Sydney and Canberra.


The Carter Group, featuring 14 golfers, recently completed the “South Coast Golf Trail” and said: “The group enjoys Catalina as a whole, being able to play it in a variety of ways, with its 27-hole layout and it provides a great challenge.

“Narooma is also a standout course. We loved playing there with its ocean view holes. Our favourite hole among the boys was Hogan’s Hole, rolling down through to forest covered holes. The 11th, was another standout hole for our group.

“Mollymook was a recent inclusion to this trip. A beautiful and challenging course that the group loves to play. We can really see how it’s rated so well.”

Contact Golf South Coast to enquire about its South Coast Golf Trail in 2021.

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Contact: (02) 4472 4022.
Website: www.golfsouthcoast.com.au
Email: info@golfsouthcoast.com.au

HORIZONS GOLF RESORT & SEASIDE HOLIDAY RESORT

If you are playing golf in Port Stephens, Horizons is a must play. This 18-hole championship course is open to the public seven days a week, with visitors able to join any of the club’s competitions.


Horizons is surrounded by beautiful bushland and features intricate waterways, stunning fairways, some of the best greens in NSW and a wonderful range of wildlife including koalas, kangaroos and black swans.

The open-air driving range, practice chipping, putting greens and clubhouse café is open through the week, with a drinks cart service on busier days. The professional Pro Shop staff go out of their way to ensure you have a great experience at Horizons. Hire buggies, branded club sets and a fleet of Yamaha golf carts are also available.

Seaside Holiday Resort is located in Fingal Bay, an easy 15-minute drive from Horizons. This property offers 54 two-bedroom & six three-bedroom self-contained units – including six easy access wheelchair accessible units – that can sleep up to six guests. There is an outdoor pool, BBQ and kids play areas on site, with the Fingal Surf Club and Salt restaurant just across the road. Ideal for groups and families alike.


Both Horizons and Seaside Holiday Resort are located close to a wide selection of restaurants, beaches and other fantastic Port Stephens activities, making it a great location for a golf trip away with friends or with the family. Transfer services can also be arranged.

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GOLF AT HORIZONS
Green fees: $49 weekdays; $69 weekends (18 holes). Twilight golf $25.
Address: 5 Horizons Drive, Salamander Bay, New South Wales.
Contact: (02) 4982 0474.
Website: www.horizons.com.au

STAY AT SEASIDE HOLIDAY RESORT

Address: 48 Marine Drive, Fingal Bay, New South Wales.
Contact: De-Anne on (02) 4981 1533.
Website: www.fcswc.org.au/seaside

PLAY AND STAY PACKAGES

One night stay at Seaside Holiday Resort and 18 holes golf with cart at Horizons for two players is $300. See more one- and two-night packages online or contact the club for a tailored play and stay quote: www.horizons.com.au/stayandplay-seaside

JOONDALUP RESORT

A short 25-minute drive north of the Perth CBD, you’ll discover Joondalup Resort’s spectacular 27-hole championship, public access golf course.


Enjoy your golf in a magnificent setting, with the natural beauty of the bush and the irresistible charm of kangaroos, birds and colourful scene of wild flora. The spectacular course sweeps across dense bushland, cuts through steep limestone quarries and skirts picturesque lakes, to present surprises and challenges at almost every turn. One minute you’re playing an approach shot beneath a 30-metre limestone cliff, the next you’re adapting to the fresh ocean breeze on an undulating links style fairway.

Joondalup Resort offers public access golf seven days a week as well as a range of membership options. With three nine-hole courses comprising of Lake, Dune and Quarry, Joondalup can cater for corporate golf days of up to 216 players.


Its purpose built indoor/outdoor golf studio features state-of-the-art swing analysis technology, club fitting, repairs and professional golf tuition for all ages including a comprehensive junior development program.

Golf facilities include a day and night driving range, practice putting greens, as well as a well-stocked pro shop, which carries an excellent range of men’s and ladies golf attire, including golf shoes and accessories.

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Green fees (includes shared motorised cart): Monday – Thursday: $59 (nine holes); $99 (18 holes). Friday – Sunday: $59 (nine holes); $119 (18 holes). Twilight golf: $39 (walking after 3pm). Hotel guests are discounted … Monday – Thursday: $70 (18 holes) or Friday –Saturday: $95 (18 holes). Nine holes: $49.
Address: Joondalup Resort, Country Club Blvd, Connolly, Western Australia.
Contact: (08) 9400 8888.
Website: www.joondalupresort.com.au
Accommodation: Joondalup Resort provides a number of outstanding leisure services to complete your golfing experience. Set amongst the emerald fairways and developed in harmony with its natural surrounds, the Resort has 70 luxuriously appointed accommodation rooms and suites offering spectacular views, an outdoor lagoon-style swimming pool, and gymnasium.

The Alcove which opened in November is the newest addition to Joondalup Resort, a casual yet sophisticated resort dining experience and Endota Spa opened in December, offering a range of treatments for relaxation.

PEPPERS MOONAH LINKS RESORT

Peppers Moonah Links Resort sits majestically on Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula, 70 minutes’ drive from the Melbourne CBD.


The secluded location creates an idyllic setting to unwind and enjoy two first-class golf courses.

The Open Course, which hosted the 2003 and 2005 Australian Opens, was designed by the legendary Peter Thomson. The natural stadium layout features wide, undulating fairways of pure Legend couch grass punctuated with pot bunkers, which lead to large multi-tiered A1 Bent grass greens.

The Ross Perrett-designed Legends Course is a resort-style layout that takes players on a scenic journey through ancient tracts of Moonah forest and out onto vast fairways. It presents panoramic views from raised tees and shared greens – and it was designed with club golfers in mind.

In addition to the two 18-hole courses, visitors will discover a fully integrated golf pavilion providing a well-stocked, well-branded pro shop, spike bar and Pebbles restaurant. Moonah Links also boasts a new fleet of 80 motorised carts with GPS and outstanding practice facilities, which includes driving range, bunkers and a myriad of putting greens.

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Green fees: $125 (18 holes, peak); $110 (18 holes, off peak).
Address: 55 Peter Thomson Drive, Fingal, Victoria.
Contact: (03) 5988 2000.
Website: www.moonahlinks.com.au
Accommodation: Seventy-five stylish accommodation rooms, suites and luxury lodges at the onsite Peppers Resort, including swimming pool.


PLAY AND STAY PACKAGES

Stylish rooms overlooking the two 18-hole golf courses make for the perfect golfing weekend. The resort’s friendly neighbours include Cups Estate Vineyard, Peninsula Hot Springs and St Andrews Beach Brewery. Contact the resort for more information, prices and to book.

RICH RIVER GOLF CLUB

Rich River Golf Club is situated within the beautiful Murray River region of Echuca-Moama. Less than three hours from Melbourne, Echuca Moama is one of Australia’s most popular historic towns to visit.

Boasting a newly-renovated clubhouse overlooking the magnificent golf courses, Rich River also has a 17-bay driving range and practice areas, new state-of-the-art mini golf facility, and now a brand-new golf simulator. It’s a golfer’s paradise.


Featuring two very impressive 18-hole championship courses, the East and the West, Rich River has become one of regional Australia’s premier golfing venues.

With rolling fairways, beautifully manicured greens, towering eucalyptus trees and impressive water features, each course offers tricky and thought-provoking experiences throughout your golfing journey.

As part of Rich River’s master plan development, some of the holes on both courses have been redesigned. With enhanced water hazards a feature, more risk-reward shot making, wider landing areas and fairways and a change in bunkering, you will love the changes and the club urges you to come and play and judge for yourself.

Once you have enjoyed your round, come and relax in the new clubhouse that offers you a dining experience second to none, while taking in the magnificent views of the West Course.

Open seven days a week for breakfast, lunch and dinner with fantastic bar facilities, sports lounge and outdoor terrace, you won’t want to leave.

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Green fees: $50 (18 holes); $30 (nine holes); $80 (unlimited daily rate).
Address: Twenty Four Lane, Moama, New South Wales.
Contact: (03) 5481 3333.
Website: www.richriver.com.au
Accommodation: Rich River Golf Club has 63 apartments right beside the club with BBQ areas, outdoor pool and spa surrounded by lush gardens. So whether you are the serious golfer, the weekend warrior, or looking for a golf trip package for you and your friends that’s full of fun, great food and great golf, then look no further than Rich River Golf Club. Check out the club’s great midyear deal below and book today to avoid disappointment.


PLAY AND STAY PACKAGES

You can stay and play at Rich River Golf Club for $75 per person, which includes one-night’s accommodation and 18 holes of golf. Motorised carts can be included for an additional $15. So, too, can extra rounds of golf for $25. This deal is valid from June 1st – June 30th, 2021. Subject to availability and excluding the Queen’s Birthday long weekend.

INTERCONTINENTAL SANCTUARY COVE RESORT

Positioned on the northern end of the Gold Coast, InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort is the perfect destination for your next golf getaway with unprecedented access to Queensland’s championship golf courses, including The Palms and Arnold Palmer’s only Australian course, The Pines.

Find yourself perfecting a blend of pamper and play, enjoying luxury accommodation by night within one of InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort’s recently refurbished guest rooms or suites, and world-class golfing adventures by day on two of the country’s premier courses – both of which are conveniently located within a five-minute drive of the resort.


Designed by legendary golf course architect Ross Watson and ranked one of the Top-100 golf courses in Australia, The Palms golf course’s tee placements have been designed to suit a variety of playing conditions and a diverse range of players.

“The Palms is unique because of its rustic bunker style and unique layout. The Palms is deliberately shorter and requires the player to think more about where the pin is and where they need to be aiming – it’s the thinking man’s course.” Ross Watson, course architect.

Meanwhile, 2021 will see Australia’s only Arnold Palmer designed course, The Pines, undergo a $1.5 million restoration which is planning to be finalised by July of this year. The restoration will see The Pines’ greens returned to their former glory with all-new high quality ultradwarf hybrid grass promising golfers a superior playing surface, and additional draining facilitating all-year-round playability.

Post-game, golfers can retreat to InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort’s vibrant dining scene for whisky flights and tapas in Verandah Restaurant & Bar, or wood-fire cuisine in the resort’s signature restaurant, The Fireplace. Or, spend an afternoon soaking in the Gold Coast’s sun-rays beside the resort’s iconic one-acre Lagoon Beach.

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Green fees: Contact the club for details.
Address: Manor Circle, Sanctuary Cove, Queensland.
Contact: 1800 593 932.
Website: www.intercontinentalsanctuarycove.com
Accommodation: Are you already mentally planning your next golfing trip at Sanctuary Cove? InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort invites you to ‘stay and play’ on both prestigious golf courses with two distinct accommodation packages available now.


PLAY AND STAY PACKAGES

The “Pines Stay & Play package” gifts the only opportunity for non-members to play on the highly-acclaimed and challenging course with overnight accommodation for two in a Lagoon View Room inclusive of breakfast, 18 holes for two on The Pines golf course with a shared electric golf cart and two glasses of house wine or beer (one per person in Verandah Restaurant & Bar).

Alternatively, explore the resort’s “Sanctuary Cove Golf Escape”, which offers the same inclusions but sees you swap The Pines golf course for 18 holes on The Palms golf course.

For further information or help making a booking, please contact InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort.

THE EASTERN GOLF CLUB

The Eastern Golf Club is delivering one of the most comprehensive, innovative and leading golf destination experiences in Australia.

The club offers a highly playable, member friendly golf course with the Greg Norman-designed, 27-hole championship standard course featuring three 18-hole course configurations.

PHOTO: Gary Lisbon.

Opened on July 1, 2015, golfers are presented with a course design that ensures the spectacular natural features and dramatic views are maximised to enrich the playing experience.

Featuring two courses ranked within Golf Australia magazine’s Top-100 Courses for 2020 – South Course (No.55) and North Course (No.84) – The Eastern Golf Club’s South Course was also listed at No.17 in this magazine’s latest edition of Australia’s 50 Favourite Courses.

Nestled into the hillside of a 120-acre private nature reserve, alongside the Yarra River, with views of The Eastern Golf Club, surrounding Christmas Hills and Dividing Ranges, Yering Gorge Cottages features 13 self-contained, beautifully appointed, one-, two- and four-bedroom cottages. It is Trip Advisor’s number-one rated boutique property in the Yarra Valley.

Guests have the rare opportunity to get up close and personal with some of Australia’s most iconic wildlife during their stay. Discover kangaroos, wombats and echidnas roaming wildly in their natural habitat as you relax on the private balcony of your cottage with a glass of the Yarra Valley’s finest wine.

For guests who have time constraints, or are travelling with family and are looking for a shorter playing option that is suited to all levels of golfing ability, The Eastern Golf Club’s par-3 nine-hole course – Shark Waters – provides the perfect golfing alternative.

Showcasing the course’s stunning wetland areas – home to an abundance of birdlife – players can tailor their own golfing experience to enjoy some serious fun out on course or play a fast round, which will prove challenging to even the best golfers. 

Guests enjoy full use of the clubhouse facilities; driving range with unlimited balls; practice areas, fitness centre and tennis courts during their stay.

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Green fees (on-site guests): $95 per person for 18 holes; $55 per person for nine holes; $35 per person for Shark Waters.
Address: 215 Victoria Road, Yering, Victoria.
Contact: (03) 9739 0255.
Website: www.easterngolfclub.com.au
Accommodation: Yering Gorge Cottages was awarded Silver in Deluxe Accommodation at the 2019 RACV Victorian Tourism Awards. Guests have full access to the 12 kilometres of bushwalking trails that are waiting to be explored within the private nature reserve. Yering Gorge Cottages can assist with bookings for a range of Yarra Valley tourism experiences, including hot air ballooning and winery tours.


PLAY AND STAY PACKAGES

Packages commence from $519 per night in a one-bedroom cottage at the award-winning, four-and-a-half-star Yering Gorge Cottages for two people, inclusive of a continental breakfast hamper and 18 holes of golf per person and one golf cart. Packages are also available for two and four-bedroom cottages. Additional night rates are available. Terms and conditions apply.

THE KOORALBYN VALLEY

The championship course at Kooralbyn Valley opened for play in October 1979 and was the first golf resort built in Australia, with Greg Norman as its Tour professional at the time.

It is now the golfing holiday destination for thousands of keen golfers every year, who enjoy the challenge of one of the highest-ranked resort courses in Queensland.

Renowned American designer, Desmond Muirhead, said the landsite was one of the best he had worked with in all of the 80 courses he had designed around the world – and it is a masterpiece of design that has no conflict with nature.


The inland championship course with contrasting nines is just a short drive from Brisbane and the Gold Coast.

The front nine winds through natural valleys and watercourses, while the back nine flirts with 10 Hectares of lakes in the valley basin. The wildlife is abundant, with hundreds of kangaroos feeding on a daily basis.

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Green fees: Monday – Friday: $60 (18 holes) or $40 (nine holes). Weekends and public holidays: $80 (18 holes) or $50 (nine holes). Prices include motorised cart, twin share. $15 for member and $20 for public surcharge for single cart hire use. Prices subject to change and availability.
Address: 1 Routley Drive, Kooralbyn, Queensland.
Contact: (07) 5544 6688.
Website: www.thekooralbynvalley.com.au
Accommodation: The Kooralbyn Valley has 130 rooms on offer to accommodate its guests. All rooms feature design elements that represent the natural and unique bush setting by combining a soothing colour palette of rich, warm, natural earthy tones and soft textures to make you feel right at home.

The in-room amenities include luxurious queen and king beds; built in robes; air conditioning; 43-inch flat screen TVs; mini-safe; in-room Wi-Fi; bar cabinets; stone benchtop vanities with make-up station/writing desk; tea and coffee making facilities; spacious bathrooms; and private balconies, all with striking panoramic views alternating between the golf course, the pool and the surrounding Kooralbyn Valley landscape.

With multiple dining options, you can be sure to tantalise your tastebuds, whether it be fine dining at Lilies Restaurant and Bar, delicious pub-style meals at The Pavilion Tavern or at Ringtails Country Club, which includes a pro shop combined with a bar overlooking the pool to kick back and relax after spending a few hours on the course.


PLAY AND STAY PACKAGES

The resort has been busy with golfers taking advantage of the affordable stay and play packages, which start from only $109 per person.

Stay & Play Golf Package (from $109 per person): Looking for the perfect golf night away? Well, you’ve found it. Enjoy one round of golf with a GPS golf buggy, as well as a one night’s stay at the beautiful resort.

Deluxe Golf Package (from $159 per person): If one round of golf isn’t enough then this package might be for you. The Deluxe Package offers everything “Stay & Play” does but with an extra round of golf and a delicious buffet breakfast.

Ultimate Golf Package (from $269 per person): For anyone looking for the ultimate getaway, this package is for you. With three rounds of golf including a GPS golf buggy, two nights’ stay with two buffet breakfasts, this package is any golfers dream getaway.

CHATEAU ELAN AT THE VINTAGE

Located in the heart of the Hunter Valley, The Vintage Golf Club features an 18-hole Greg Norman-designed golf course which has been ranked among the best in Australia.

A course that is challenging, engaging and welcoming in equal parts, The Vintage Golf Club welcomes you to partake in a game – be it as leisurely or competitive as you like.


Bordering the Beggars Bridge and Bimbadgen vineyards in the famed Hunter Valley, the golf course opened for play in 2003. The course measures 6,242 meters with a par of 71 and is one of the only Greg Norman-designed public access golf courses in the region and New South Wales.

The Vintage Golf Club has the renowned golf professional, Richard Mercer, as Director of Instruction. Having played in golfing tournaments all over the world, including the 1984 Open Championship at St Andrews, Richard has the skills and pedigree to ensure benefit to golfers of all skill levels.

The facility is open seven days a week and offers a fully serviced driving range, practice chipping area (adjacent driving range) and putting green located near the golf shop. The golf shop itself carries a premium range of golf equipment, clothing, footwear and accessories to assist with your game.

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Green fees: $109 (18 holes with cart, Monday to Thursday); $134 (18 holes with cart, Friday to Sunday and public holidays).
Address: Vintage Drive, Pokolbin, New South Wales.
Contact: (02) 4998 2500.
Website: www.chateauelan.com.au
Accommodation: Housed onsite and overlooking the rolling greens of the course, Château Élan is one of the finest resorts in the Hunter Valley region, offering luxury hotel-style accommodation, restaurant, bar, full-service spa and four magnificent event spaces for corporate conferencing, weddings as well as private events.


PLAY AND STAY PACKAGES

Experience the magnificent Greg Norman-designed golf course at The Vintage with a stay and play package, which includes: one nights’ accommodation at Château Élan and 18 holes of golf for two including cart hire and driving range access. From $321.

TOUR THE GREENS

Tour the Greens is your full-service golf event, tour, holiday and bucket list provider, co-owned by former PGA Tour professional and host of The Golf Show, Paul Gow.

With unprecedented access to some of the best golf courses both in Australia and abroad, Tour the Greens prides itself on taking the hassle out of your next golf trip.

In 2021, to help support Australian Tourism, Tour the Greens has launched Your Golf Event Series, supported by Callaway Golf and Golf Australia magazine.


Your Golf Event Series is a series of three-day golf events played on some of Australia’s top golf courses, including Royal Melbourne, Barnbougle and the NSW Golf Club. Check out Tour the Greens’ website for more information.

In addition to its guided tours and events, Tour the Greens has organised hundreds of golf groups over the past few years. It takes the hassle out of you organising your trip and allow you to do what you are supposed to do and enjoy your trip.

Whether your trip be a local weekend away to Port Stephens, Hunter Valley, the Mornington Peninsular or the Gold Coast, or a week away to some of the best golf courses in Tasmania, Melbourne or Adelaide, Tour the Greens can not only access the best golf courses but also take the organising out of your hands.

Once we are back travelling globally, Tour the Greens will be hosting a number of international tours including Vietnam, New Zealand, Hawaii and its bucket list tour to the Masters Tournament.

Make sure you join the mailing list at www.tourthegreens.com.au to stay in touch with all the latest news and information.

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Contact: 1300 913 703.
Website: www.tourthegreens.com.au
Email: tim@tourthegreens.com.au or nick@tourthegreens.com.au