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Golf Holidays in Cornwall

Enjoy beautiful surroundings and practise your swing at these choice golfing venues.

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Carlyon Bay

Carlyon Bay golf holiday

Accommodation Situated near St Austell in Cornwall, The Carlyon Bay Hotel 4* offers 86 comfortable en-suite bedrooms all providing the latest modern amenities including satellite TV. You can also choose the added luxury of one of the deluxe rooms or stay in a family room that gives parents and children a haven of their own. The hotel offers a variety of evening entertainment; you can enjoy a fine selection of ales in The Green Bar or relax in the luxurious cocktail lounge. Also on-site is the superb Bay View Restaurant which offers dining in grand style, serving both à la carte and table d'hôte menus. There's an array of leisure options at Carlyon Bay for your time spent away from the golf course. The picturesque Crinnis Beach is located directly below the hotel and offers facilities for both water skiing and windsurfing. And, if you an injection of revitalisation on your break, the hotel's Health and Beauty Salon will cater to your every need. The surrounding area has beautiful fishing villages and long stretches of beach that are definitely worth exploring. Furthermore, for the literary minded, a trip to the theatre or Bodmin Moor and the 'Jamaica Inn' is a must.

The golf course This championship length course can be a daunting sight on first viewing, as it is situated upon the cliff-tops of St. Austell Bay. The par 72 track provides an entertaining round of golf as the front nine is located along the cliff edge with the back nine winding through the Cornish parkland. The course is renowned for its well maintained year round condition that helps to ensure a testing but true round every time.

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China Fleet

China Fleet golf holiday

Accommodation Set in 180 acres of beautiful Cornish countryside just over the Tamar Bridge from Plymouth, China Fleet Country Club is one of the south west's leading golf and country clubs. With 40 fully equipped apartments, an excellent restaurant serving breakfast and evening meals and an exhaustive range of leisure facilities, the resort provides every convenience for a relaxing and comfortable stay. The leisure amenities include a tropical-themed swimming pool, steam room, sauna, plunge pool, spa bath and sunbeds as well as The Barn - China Fleet's health, beauty and well being centre.

The golf course With some of the finest views in the south west, this par 72, 18 hole championship course provides an excellent and fair test of golf for players of all levels. Bordered by the River Tamar and the Kingsmill Creek, this classic layout measures 6,551 yards from the back tees and is a regular stop on the EuroPro Tour. There are a number of superb holes, but the 14th probably stands out with a daunting tee shot requiring a carry of 150 yards over water.

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China Fleet golf holiday

Lostwithiel

Lostwithiel golf holiday

Accommodation Set amongst 150 acres of rolling wooded hills, Lostwithiel Hotel looks down onto the beautiful and tranquil valley of the river Fowey. Its spacious and individually designed en-suite bedrooms have been created from old Cornish buildings, retaining their mellowed stone and beamed ceilings. The Black Prince restaurant offers a varied and imaginative menu created from fresh local produce and complemented by a carefully selected wine list. The unique charm and character of the hotel is emphasised by the first class service of the staff. Guests can use the excellent leisure facilities which include an indoor swimming pool, a gym and two tennis courts or they can relax in the traditional style bar which sports a full sized snooker table. Excellent salmon and trout fishing can also be enjoyed from the banks of the Fowey bordering the hotel grounds. Furthermore, close to the medieval town of Lostwithiel, the hotel is a perfect base for exploring the stunning Cornish beaches, ancient towns, Llanhydrock House or the dramatic landscape of Bodmin moor. The Eden Project is only six miles away from the hotel, and tickets can be bought in advance from reception. Set amongst 150 acres of rolling wooded hills, Lostwithiel Hotel looks down onto the beautiful and tranquil valley of the river Fowey. Its spacious and individually designed en-suite bedrooms have been created from old Cornish buildings, retaining their mellowed stone and beamed ceilings. The Black Prince restaurant offers a varied and imaginative menu created from fresh local produce and complemented by a carefully selected wine list. The unique charm and character of the hotel is emphasised by the first class service of the staff. Guests can use the excellent leisure facilities which include an indoor swimming pool, a gym and two tennis courts or they can relax in the traditional style bar which sports a full sized snooker table. Excellent salmon and trout fishing can also be enjoyed from the banks of the Fowey bordering the hotel grounds. Furthermore, close to the medieval town of Lostwithiel, the hotel is a perfect base for exploring the stunning Cornish beaches, ancient towns, Llanhydrock House or the dramatic landscape of Bodmin moor. The Eden Project is only six miles away from the hotel, and tickets can be bought in advance from reception.

The golf course The 18 hole, par 72 parkland course at Lostwithiel Golf & Country Club is one of the most interesting and varied in the county. Designed to take full advantage of the natural features of the landscape, it combines two very distinctive areas of hillside and valley. The challenging front nine rewards you with magnificent views of Restormel Castle and the surrounding countryside, while the picturesque back nine runs through leafy parkland, flanked by the silver waters of the Fowey.

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St Mellion International

St Mellion International golf holiday

Accommodation The comfortable hotel at St Mellion is adjacent to the clubhouse. It has 24 en-suite rooms with many having superb views of the golf course. Alternatively, if you're looking for something a little bit different, you could try the Luxury Fairway Lodges which are located in the heart of the golf course and just a short stroll from the clubhouse. All residents can use Aero's 25m swimming pool, leisure pool, sauna, steam room, spa pool and racquet sports facilities.

The golf course Officially opened in 1988, this top layout was the first golf course to be designed by the Golden Bear in Europe. The classic Nicklaus traits of elevated tees, numerous water hazards and the need for good course strategy are very evident throughout the 7,019 yard layout. Renowned as one of the UK's best spectator courses, many of the manicured fairways are lined by banks and the beautifully conditioned greens have been constructed to a special American specification that produces excellent surfaces.

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Trevose Golf and Country Club

Trevose Golf and Country Club golf holiday

Accommodation Trevose Golf and Country Club is situated on one of the most beautiful stretches of the North Cornish Coast overlooking Constantine Bay, providing an ideal holiday for both golfers and for those looking to enjoy the hotel's facilities and local area. The hotel offers a wide range of accommodation from the new Dormy flats sleeping two people to the luxury Trehuel Flats sleeping four, the family Chalets for five below the 18th green to the Fairway Cottage on the 1st. The various flats, cabins and cottages, each fully equipped for self-catering, provide guests with a unique choice of location, size and facilities that is guaranteed to suit everyone's holiday requirements. The Clubhouse, giving stunning views of the coastline and course, is a focal point for the hotel. The large restaurant and well furnished bar provide high quality food and wine, and the spacious games rooms contains snooker, pool and table tennis tables. Other sporting facilities include three tennis courts and a heated outdoor swimming pool, with easy access to the sea for surfing, sailing, windsurfing and fishing, while horse riding is available at the local stable in St Merryn. Trevose is also ideally located to enjoy the local countryside and attractions. There are six sandy bays within a mile of the Clubhouse, coastal walks to Harlyn and Watergate Bay, Bodmin Moor is 20 miles inland, and Padstow Harbour and Tintagel Castle are just a short drive away. In addition, the Eden Project is only 30 minutes drive from Trevose and tickets can be bought in advance from reception.

The golf course The Championship Course designed by the renowned architect Harry Colt, of Muirfield, Wentworth and Lytham fame. The course plays over 6,608 yards and par 72 from the back tees and features wide undulating fairways, well positioned bunkers, and a stream meandering through much of the course to ensure a challenging but fair test of golf. The wind is often the decisive factor in preventing low scoring!

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Trevose Golf and Country Club golf holiday

Whitsand Bay

Whitsand Bay golf holiday

Accommodation Situated on the cliffs overlooking Whitsand Bay, the traditional Cornish Manor house is surrounded by some of the most dramatic landscape in Cornwall. The hotel is owned and run by the Philips family who's experience and dedication to service will ensure that you have an excellent stay. The elegant oak panelled lounge and hall, and the cosy beamed bedrooms add to the friendly ambience of the hotel. Every evening the hotel restaurant serves a splendid three course dinner carefully prepared from a choice of local produce. Evening entertainment is regularly laid on with live music, dances and team quizzes, and of course delicious cream teas are provided throughout the afternoon. Guests are welcome to use the leisure centre, including an indoor swimming pool, turkish bath, sauna, solarium, gym and a games room with table tennis and pool. Health and beauty treatments are also available. Furthermore, there is a toddlers' play area and even pets are welcome. The hotel is a perfect base for outdoor activities and exploring the area. Idyllic beaches, ideal for surfing, canoeing or walking are only a short stroll away and angling on the Tamar or sea fishing is also available. The picturesque fishing village of Portwrinkle is a two minute walk from the hotel whereas those looking for culture, sight-seeing and shopping can take a short drive to the historic naval city of Plymouth.

The golf course Whitsand Bay Hotel's golf club was established in 1905 and hosts a fabulous 18 hole course. Set on a cliff-top overlooking Whitsand Bay, the 6,015 yard, par 70 course offers golfers some of the most magnificent views in the West Country and some of the most stunning holes in British golf. Furthermore, the interesting contours of the terrain make the course ideal for both low handicappers and those new to the game.

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