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| Hamilton Island Golf Club |
On debut, Hamilton Island Golf Club was ranked #14 in Australia's Top 100 Public Access Golf Courses (2011), including ranking #3 in the country for Best Aesthetics.
Designed by champion golfer, Peter Thomson of Thomson Perrett, the 6,120 metre, par 71 course sits on neighbouring Dent Island, just a five minute ferry ride from Hamilton Island. Opened in August 2009, Hamilton Island Golf Club was designed not only to test the golfing proficiency of resort guests, but also to challenge the world's professionals.
The course makes the most of the Island's natural and rugged beauty and works with the landform, offering variety and excitement with some holes being played across steep valleys and over lakes, trees and natural boulders.
To ensure a good game for all proficiencies, three tee positions are offered for each hole, taking their names from indigenous trees on the island. The changes in course elevation, restricted landing areas and the ever-present breezes provide a definite challenge from the back 'Hoop Pine' tees. Meanwhile, resort golfers can enjoy an easier time of it from the forward marks of the 'Grass Tree' tees. For the middle-ground, there are the 'Pandanus' tees.
The crowning glory of the course is the stunning Chris Beckingham-designed clubhouse, perfectly positioned to take in the stunning views of Passage Peak and the Coral Sea. The Clubhouse offers an idyllic spot for a post-game cold beer, or for non-golfers to relax over a laid-back lunch.
Those that wish to brush-up on their golfing skills can enlist the support of the resident golf-pro, Daniel Waters. Daniel has over ten years experience in the golf industry having worked at national, state and club level as well as coaching internationally. For more information or to book visit www.hamiltonislandgolfclub.com.au
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