Cyprus Golf - Golf Holidays Cyprus

Cyprus - the homeland of Aphrodite is no longer just a historical landmark or a beach holiday destination for sun-seeking tourists; it has been discovered as an ideal sporting venue for which golf is the new jewel in the crown. The three Cyprus golf courses of Tsada - Secret Valley and Aphrodite, all just a short drive from the Villa Hieros Kepos which is handy to all three golf courses for those golfing breaks in Cyprus.

A fourth golf course is now under construction only 7 minutes walk, 2 minutes drive from the villa. Programmed to be open by January 2009, this professionally designed golf course will make this Cyprus holiday villa ideal for that Cyprus golfing break.

All players must be 16 years and over, be able to produce a current handicap certificate and have a maximum golf handicap for a gentleman of 28 and 36 for ladies. Players without a golfing handicap certificate will be allowed to play the courses after 12.00 o'clock. Cyprus golfing dress codes are strictly enforced and most importantly includes that; No denim jeans. No swimwear. No shorts other than tailored knee length shorts allowed. No T-Shirts. Men`s shirts must have a collar and long or short sleeves. Ladies must have shirt collars but will be allowed short sleeves. All players to wear golfing shoes with soft spikes. No trainers will be allowed.

Besides the quality of these golf courses, the enviable climate enables golfers in Cyprus to enjoy the warmth of the Mediterranean sunshine throughout the year. In terms of building a reputation as a quality golfing destination alongside Golfing in Spain or Golfing in Portugal, Golfing in Cyprus is currently doing very well, and being not too far to travel, a Cyprus winter golfing break makes these courses ideal for your golfing holiday break.
Should you care to visit in the very hot months of June, July and August, you can mix your time between the Cyprus golf courses and the beaches or your villa's pool. If it is too hot to venture onto the golf course in the afternoons, take a round of golf in the mornings, followed by a dip in the pool during the afternoon for that perfect Cyprus golfing holiday.

Aphrodite Golf Course

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Website: www.aphroditehills.com/cyprus_golf
Website offers information on the golf course: Tournaments: Pro shop: Membership: Picture gallery: Green fees

18 holes, Par is 71, walk distance is 7289 metres, this new golf course is carved out of groves of carob and olive trees on two high plateaux divided by a ravine, the course overlooks the Mediterranean with all but a few holes enjoying superb sea views. Designed by world-renowned Cabell Robinson, the course harmonises beautifully with the natural landscape and environment of the surrounding area. Fairways are generously wide off the tee with large 'sculpted' bunkers and contoured or sloped greens.

The spectacular par three 7th hole is destined to be much talked about! It plays steeply downhill with a 30m drop across the canyon, requiring careful club selection, to a large undulating green nestling within a grove of olive trees. A long winding cart path takes one down to the green and then up out of the canyon for added thrills!

The clubhouse incorporates a bar and restaurant, with extensive terraces offering spectacular views, locker rooms with bag storage and valet service, and a well-stocked golf shop. Caters for private parties & dinners, corporate events & wedding celebrations.

Also on offer is a three-hole academy, 350m double-ended driving range and short game practice facilities, 4 target greens with bunkers, 3 academy holes. Two resident professional golf instructors offering lessons and group clinics available 7 days a week upon advanced requests.

Shoe and club hire is available; golf buggies are essential.

Tsada Golf Course

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Website: www.cyprusgolf.com/tsada.htm
Website offers information on the golf course: Tournaments: Pro shop: Membership: Picture gallery: Green fees

Tsada Golf Club: is 18 holes, Par is 72, walk distance is 6060 metres, the first grass golf course to be developed in Cyprus, completed in April 1994. Located 20 minutes from the town of Paphos, Tasada Golf Club is a superb championship golf club set in the grounds of a 12th century monastery. Designed by Donald Steel, this was the first grass course to be built in Cyprus in 1994 and it sits 550 metres above sea level, ensuring cool breezes during the summer months.

Practice facilities including driving range, 2 putting greens, a pitching/chipping area, practice bunkers. Golf clinics available; pro-shop.

Elegant clubhouse with restaurant, bar, ladies and gents changing rooms with showers. Tennis courts and outdoor swimming pool for those relaxing hours after that glorious game of golf, or for the spouse who may not wish to take in a round of golf and stay behind at the club house for a total relaxing day.

Buggy rental, electric trolley rental, manual trolley rental, locker rental, club rental per day

Players without handicap certificate can play after 12 noon on request, according to availability

Guidance and tuition is obtainable through the Pro Shop, given by the local PGA professional. Manual and electric trolleys as well as clubs and golf-balls are available for hire. A driving range, 2 practice putting greens and bunker gives you the opportunity to warm up before your round of golf begins.

Secret Valley Golf Course

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Website: www.cyprusgolf.com/sv_about_us.htm
Website offers information on the golf course: Tournaments: Pro shop: Membership: Picture gallery: Green fees

Secret Valley Golf Club is a panoramic course which is great fun from start to finish. Most of its holes meander through the scenic valley granting a wonderful, picture-friendly backdrop. 18 km east of Paphos, near to "Petra tou Rominou" the legendary birthplace of "Aphrodite", the Greek Goddess of Love.

Only 10-15 minutes drive from Pissouri, lying in a beautiful scenic valley dotted with grand trees, and surrounded by natural rock formations, the Secret Valley Golf Course will test all your skills and technique, over 6120 metres to par 72.

The front nine, over 3025 metres, offer four warm-up holes, two opportunities for a birdie, and an easy dog-leg - if you know how ! The back nine, over 3133 metres, gives you no warm-up holes - the 18th at par 5 over 515 metres finishes with what appear to be lakes on the back side of the green. The Clubhouse has a well stocked Pro-shop, a bar and restaurant. Practice facilities include putting greens and chipping area.

Buggy rental, electric trolley rental, manual trolley rental, locker rental per day. Players without handicap certificate can play after 12 noon on request, according to availability

A PGA professional is available for tuition sessions, together with the latest video coaching technology.