One thing you're certain to want to know about when
considering purchasing a Polaris World La Torre Golf Resort
property is how the golf course plays. Whilst considering your
choice of Polaris World apartments, townhouses or villas at
La Torre, book an 18-hole round of golf and test your game on
the Nicklaus designed international championship course
which boasts a 5-star clubhouse, restaurant, bars and golfing
facilities. In this article we'll give you a guide to the La Torre
golf course and the surrounding region.
How to get to La Torre Golf Resort
The course at La Torre is situated just outside of
the old
village of Roldan in the Murcia region on the east coast of
Spain. The closest airport, situated in San Javier, is just
10km from the resort (the airport itself is called Murcia Airport)
and plenty of low-cost flights out of the UK arrive here. Once
you've landed you're just a 15 minute drive from La Torre.
Should your flight land at Alicante airport you'll have a 55 minute journey
into La Torre. In 2010 a new airport will open in Corvera which is just a
20 minute drive away.
La Torre Golf Resort
Within the Polaris World La Torre golf resort there
is a town centre with wide-ranging modern services including the 5-star
Crowne Plaza Hotel and Spa (containing 200 rooms, indoor pool, gym).
Arranged around a magnificent lake, the town also boasts restaurants, bars,
boutiques, tennis courts, a swimming pool complex and supermarkets all
linked to the golfing greens, parks and properties by wide tree-lined
avenues and streets. The resort has a Mediterranean and Floridian appeal
largely due to the development being based on Fort Lauderdale in Florida,
USA.
La Torre Golf Course Guide
The La Torre Golf Course was designed by Michael
Nicklaus for Nicklaus Design - one of the world's leading golf course
design companies headed by the legendary golfer Jack Nicklaus. Michael
Nicklaus is the youngest son of Jack and his course forms part of the
Nicklaus Golf Trail of 9 courses within a 25km radius (as a Polaris World
property owner you have low-cost green fees at the courses located in La
Torre, Condado de Alhama, Mar Menor, El Valle, Hacienda Riquelme and La
Loma resorts). So, how does La Torre play? The 18-holes are spread
across 5 hectares of lush surroundings that combine with and enhance the
resort itself. There are various changes in the level of the terrain,
sculptured bunkers and three lakes which means this course offers scenic
views at whichever hole you're playing.
La Torre is a par 68 course with four tees per hole (colour
coded black, blue, white and red) which will suit all abilities. The course
is kind to those with a higher handicap giving you plenty of safe routes to
the pin. For the low handicappers, there are opportunities to take riskier
shots particularly on the Par 3's and 4's where there's plenty of sand and
water hazards to negotiate. Should you find yourself in the bunkers, the
sand is top quality so the ball never sits too low which helps your escape
shot (although you'll still need some skill!).
La Torre comprises 6 Par 3 holes, 10 Par 4 holes and
2 Par 5's - this means the course requires a strategic approach and calls
for accuracy over distance. Although the course is by no means short (and
your driver will be called into action), you'll need to be on form with
your wedges and irons as the greens are well protected by hazards. With
forward tee positions on the Par 5's, the big hitters among you will reach
the greens in two shots. The first Par 5 is sited on the front nine at the
7th hole with the second on the back nine at the 12th.
Course fees vary depending on the season. High season
is: February, March, April, May, October and November. Low season is:
January, June, July, August, September and December. As a visitor, expect
to pay around 60 Euros in low season and 80 Euros in high.
As a Polaris World property owner your green fees
will be lower at around 55 Euros for 18 holes although there are special
afternoon and twilight rates that can cost around 20-25 Euros. Residents can also buy vouchers for 4 or 10 rounds:
A 4 round voucher (lasts 1 month) costs 200 Euros.
A 10 round voucher (2 months) costs 440 Euros. There are also options to purchase yearly memberships
(limited numbers) or a 25 year Golf Right.
La Torre Golf Course Facilities
Before setting off on your round there's a
well-equipped practice area and driving range to get your game in order
before you begin play. The course also offers a first class pro-shop and
lessons with the course professionals are available (subject to booking
fees and availability).
For those seeking refreshments before or after their
round, the club house offers the Wood House Bar with a terrace overlooking
the putting greens and practice area or on the first floor you'll find the
Pinos Bar famed for its live music. Overlooking the lake and 9th holes is
La Encina Buffet Restaurant offering a great range of grilled meat, fish
and salad dishes.
