where is finca cortesin golf course

by Fritz Anderson 7 min read

How do I get to Finca Cortesin?

The hotel is just off the AP-7. Take exit 153 after Estepona, and at the roundabout follow the A-7 in the Algeciras-Cadiz direction. At the fourth roundabout, turn right and follow the road for about 2km in the direction of Casares. The entrance to the hotel's golf club should be on your right.

What region is Finca Cortesin in?

southern SpainSet in the rolling hills of southern Spain, between Marbella and Sotogrande, with spectacular views of the Mediterranean, Finca Cortesin is the epitome of comfort and style. Elected Best Golf Resort in Europe, Finca Cortesin is also a top 50 hotel in the world.

Who owns Finca Cortesin?

Independently owned by property developer Javier López Granados, the hotel was designed by the late Duarte Pinto Coelho, the distinguished Portuguese designer whose furniture collection was auctioned off by Christie's for more than £3 million after his death.

When was Finca Cortesin built?

2009Though newly built in 2009, the elegantly styled, whitewashed finca feels loaded with rustic Andalucian character, and its atmosphere is supremely luxurious and secluded.

When did Finca Cortesin open?

The course at Finca Cortesin opened in 2007 and has already received promising honours attracting the serious golfing aficionado. Finca Cortesin is located inland and sits elevated above the Mediterranean Sea. The course is one of Europe’s longest layouts measuring almost 7,000 metres from the topes.

Who designed the Finca Cortesin?

Finca Cortesin is set a short distance inland from the Mediterranean Sea and is routed through a dramatic valley. Cabell Robinson designed the course, which is one of Europe’s longest layouts measuring almost 7,000 metres from the tips. Robinson’s vision was to create a golf course where “no hole has less than championship quality”.

What is the par 4 13th hole at Finca Cortesin?

Probably the pick of the holes at Finca Cortesin is the par four 13th, driving to a wide fairway with a water hazard cutting across the hole. The approach shot to the green then crosses water again as the same creek now runs diagonally across the front of the green.

What is the first hole of the golf course?

The first hole is a ordinary par 4 with a slight slope of the right hand side , this par 4 is a perfect opening hole to get you in the mood for a positive start. One of the best tee shots in my opinion was the forth with a raised tee and water down the left, this tee shot really gets your heart racing, for the big hitters there is a opportunity to get close to the pin of the tee and make a eagle.

Is Finca a good par 3?

The short par 4’s, 13 and 14 are both excellent two shotters requiring intelligent strategy off the tee. Finca has a nice set of par 3’s, two of which are long and challenging, two of which are solid mid irons.

Which country is the sixth to host the biggest women's golf tournament?

Spain will become the sixth European nation to host the biggest team event in women’s golf after Scotland, Wales, Sweden, Ireland and Germany. If the above article is inaccurate, please let us know by clicking here. Write a review.

Can you walk on the back nine of the golf course?

The final three holes are a little tame in comparison but some relative “free-wheeling” back to the clubhouse can be excused after what’s gone before in the previous five or six holes. Some big-scale courses are best played with a buggy and this is definitely one of them – walking, even with a trolley, would be a very demanding exercise so why would you not ride and take in the wonderful views along the way, especially on the back nine?

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