Flamingos

Carretera de Cadiz Km. 166 29679 Benhavis
Marbella
Spain

2001

Antonio García Garrido

6,460 yards

72

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Parkland

Flamingos Golf Club covers an area of about 1.381.000 square yards in the region of Benahavis. Situated in the stunning countryside the estate incorporates a lake of more than 109,000 square yards and is surrounded by beautiful un-spoilt countryside with stunning views across the sea and towards the mountains. This Golf Club will be essentially made up of four golf courses. The Flamingo Rosa, an 18 hole golf course, host of the 2002, 2003 and 2004 European Seniors Match Play Championship, the Flamingo Blanco another 18 hole par 59 and two 18 hole courses that are soon to be completed.



The Flamingo Rosa golf course is situated in one of the most beautiful enclaves of the Costa del Sol. From each of its 18 holes, designed by the architect Antonio García Garrido (who also designed the famous La Quinta Golf Course), players will enjoy breath-taking views of the Mediterranean Sea, Africa and Gibraltar. The variety of vegetation on the course includes cypresses, orange, pine trees, carob, chesnut and promegranate trees which create an atmosphere for an unforgettable round of golf.



The Arroyo del Taraje Stream passes through the course and ends in a lake which constitutes a natural border for the course at the tees 1 and 10. 6,460 yards (par 72) in length, it is a technically demanding course, particularly over the front nine and the par four 10th is the most challenging hole on the course. Water plays an important role at this hole, requiring a tee shot to a particular area of the fairway to setup a chance of playing over the water to reach the huge, undulating green. There are also two artificial lakes, on the 15th and the right-hand side of the 16th and 17th. All bunkers on the course are filled with ground marble. Some of the tees are elevated such as the 4th, 9th and 17th, to give unobstructed views of the greens as well as stunning, panoramic views over the Mediterranean. The Flamingo Rosa golf course represents a garden of a Tuscan Villa, which is the style of the 5 star "Hotel Villa Padierna". Therefore on some of the fairways and borders of the course, you will find Roman columns, classic style statues and marble bridges. Additional facilities include a Pro Shop, coffee shop, terrace, 2 putting greens, driving range and club, trolley and buggy rental. Hotel Villa Padierna, which opened in spring 2003, is the Clubhouse for the golf course, with its two restaurants "La Loggia" and "La Véranda" and its bar, it has the perfect setting for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Highway N-340 in between Marbella and Estepona, Exit Cancelada

Restaurante Babilonia, Ctra. de Istan - Km. 0.8. 29600 Marbella. Tel. (34) 952 828 861. This is an Arabian-Style Modern Palace with beautiful courtyards where one can celebrate ?al fresco' dining. Luxurious Italian and international cuisine served in elegant surroundings.

Vasari, Urb., La Alzambra, Edif. Vasari Centre, Marballa. Tel: (34) 952 905 064. A unique restaurant in an elegant setting, Vasari combines stylish decoration and atmosphere with creative Mediterranean and international cuisine. Excellent wine list. Spacious terrace. Closed on Sundays.

El Portal?n, Ctra.de Cadiz, Km.178, 29600, Marbella. Tel. (34) 952 827 880. Haute cuisine, excellent service and an extensive bodega. Imaginative dishes prepared daily with seasonal products. The adjoining Vinoteca is perfect for informal dining with exclusive wines and 40 varieties of cigars.

Cipriano, Avenida Playas del Duque, Puerto Ban?s. Tel: (34) 952 811 077. A well renowned Spanish restaurant that serves excellent seafood.

The Marbella Club Grill, Marbella Club Hotel, Crta. De Cadiz Km. 178. Tel:(34) 952 822 211. Sumptuous ? la carte dinning in one of Marbella's landmark restaurants. In the summer, enjoy your meal on the elegant terrace.