This course is laid out on the same charismatic lines
as Pinheiros Altos and Quinta do Lago, with the opening holes designed
along the typical Algarve courses. The 6th hole is the stroke index
1, from the tee you look out to the ocean don't be put off this hole
needs all the concentration you can muster. A dogleg left, once past
the dog leg the fairway is protected by the sea to the left. The green
juts out into the ocean making a difficult approach. The 8th hole
I think should be the stroke index one, this hole is a par 5 and it
will take all your skills to make the green in regulation. Water down
the right and out of bounds on the left, with a good drive you may
reach the lake but if you play to short you have bunkers to contend
with. The approach shot has to be accurate as this green has water
in front, once on you can relax with the putt.
This course is all about the last 2 holes, with the
last probably one of the best in the Algarve. From the tee you are
confronted with water left and in front, a good drive is essential
to a very narrow fairway, your second needs to be hit well if you
are to reach the green in two. Do not be fooled by the green it almost
looks as if it rests up against a bank, over this left side is water
and in front a bunker lurks. Some pro's drive off over the lake to
the left side of the green into a large bank of grass, this is a pro's
way do not try it unless you can catty a ball from your drive almost
270 meters.
Par 72 18 Holes
Length 6,238 Meters
Soft spicks mandatory
Facilities:
Pro shop, restaurant, bar, buggies, club hire, trolleys
Chipping green, putting green, and Driving range.
Requirements to play:
Current Handicap Certificate (Men 24 Ladies 28)
Normal Algarve Dress Code (Tailored shorts, Socks
and Polo shirt)
Still number 5 in Europe, a must if you can get to
play. Restricted to Don Philipe Hotel Guests, if they have spare times you
can play.
