Golf Holidays South France

90 South of France: Languedoc, Provence and The RivieraFrench Golf Holidays

South of FranceMediterranean golf...French charm.

Languedoc This sun-blessed and historic corner of theMediterranean has everything to make a greatgolf holiday. With 300 days of sunshine, there’smore short-sleeve golf here than Spain andPortugal. The hotels offer warm welcomes andvalue and the golf is well-maintained and good…It’s the sunshine destination for those in theknow.

Access is easy with scheduled flights toPerpignan, Carcassonne, Nimes, Montpellier andMarseille. If you don’t fancy flying, there aremotorways all the way from Caen and Calais

and we can arrange en-route stop-offs for aneasy-going tour there and back. We can evenbook the overnight Motorail for you.

ProvenceProvence is as good as life can get...Thefreshest of food, majestic scenery, friendlypeople and fabulous golf.

Of the courses we offer, six are of the highestorder. Designers like Seve Ballesteros, GaryPlayer, Pete Dye and Ronald Fream have createdgems which will delight.

There are plenty of flights to the south ofFrance. Motorail is another option or we candesign a touring holiday for you, featuringconvenient stop-offs and perhaps a game ortwo en-route.

RivieraStretching from Monte Carlo to St Tropez, thereis sensational scenery, classy après-golf, a greatrange of hotels and many fabulous courses.

The South is perfect for golf – warm, but nottoo hot, lively, but not jam-packed, and valuefor money.

The golf courses are never far from a resort andinclude spectacular designs from some of theworld’s best architects. Several have hostedEuropean Tour events so you know you’replaying the best.

The weather is a serious bonus – ensuring year-round course condition and healthy tans fromFebruary through to late November. Less thantwo hours from many UK airports, it’s easy toget to - and very hard to leave.

The Royal Mougins Golf Resort (page 105).

Year-round sunshine...Fantastic golf...Renowned scenery and food...Sights to see and nightlife to enjoy...

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What to see and doPartiesn The clubs, casinos and bars of

Nice, Cannes, St Tropez, Avignon, Montpellier n Car racing at the Paul Ricard circuit,

Le Castellet

Explorersn The numerous museums of Nice, Avignon,

Marseille and Aix n The ancient villages of Eze, Saint-Paul-de-

Vence, Mougins, Arles, Gordes, Le Castellet n The Millau Bridge and Pont du Gard near

Nimesn The historic cities of Carcassonne, Nimes

and Aixn Driving along the “Routes des Gorges” and

French Riviera

Romanticsn A helicopter transfer from the airport to

your hoteln Dinner at Louis XV, Monte Carlo, or the

“White Room” at Abbaye de la Cellen A suite at the Villa Gallici

n Designing your own fragrances at a perfumehouse in Grasse

n A private tour and dinner in the Hall of Mirrors at the Papal Palace, Avignon

Familiesn The year-round sunshinen The beaches all along the coastn The villas at Fayence and Saint Maxime

Foodiesn The South of France is known throughout

the world for its food. Provence is all aboutherbs and olive oil and deep-tasting food,Languedoc has a more Mediterraneaninfluence and the Riviera is cosmopolitan.The region has a huge number of Michelin-starred restaurants and family-run brasseriesoffering all the quality without the “pomp”

n We send a Recommended Restaurant listwith your Holiday Information Pack

Taulane Golf Club (page 102).

“I have always been veryimpressed with the servicemaking booking a golf holidayso easy - thank you...!

We had to adjust plans quickly;support of personnel on aSaturday was excellent”.

Mr Daryl Tapp, Guernsey

Cannes.

Tel: 01277 824100


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What the price includesOur prices are based on an exchange rate of €1.27/£1.Should the exchange rate decrease or increase, we willquote your holiday at the commercial exchange rate ofthe day.

All our prices are ‘’all-inclusive’’ and there are NO hidden extras. The “From” price is based on mid-weekand low season, and the “To” price is based onweekend and high season. The prices include:n Return flights from UK to local airport based on an average

of £150 including taxes and luggage carriage chargesn Four-in-a-large hire car with all insurancesn The accommodation and board as detailedn The selection of courses in the example itineraryn Taxes and service chargesn A comprehensive Holiday Information Packn The knowledge and experience of our teamn ABTA and ATOL bonds so you know your money is safen Past Client benefits depending on your holiday spend

Please contact us on 01277 824100 for the exact price foryour preferred holiday dates as prices can vary week-to-weekand we may have received a relevant special offer.

Groups - save £££s per person!Discounts range from £50 for a group of five people for a two-night stay up to £2000 for a group of 25 people on a week’sstay! See page six of the Introduction and call us on 01277 824100 for exact prices.

How to get thereHere’s a list of the most convenient ways to get to your holidaydestination.

For further information and the latest news, please call us on01277 824100 or visit www.yourgolfholidays.com

Trainn Folkestone – Calais (car)n UK – Avignon/Perpignan/Marseille/Nice (foot passenger)

Ferryn Dover – Calaisn Portsmouth – Caen

Planen Most UK airports – Nice/Marseillen Birmingham/Southampton – Perpignann Stansted – Perpignan/Carcassonne/Nimes/Montpelliern London/Coventry – Marseille

N568

To Toulouse

A9

A61

A9

Nimes-Vacquerolles

Nimes-Campagne

MassaneFontcaude

Cap d’Agde

Carcassonne

Prades

Ceret

Perpignan

Narbonne

BeziersSete

Montpellier

Nimes

La Grande Motte

St Cyprien

Beziers St Thomas

Fregate

Avignon

Marseille

Aix en-Provence

Bandol

Toulon

Sainte Maxime

Nice

Eze

Pont Royal

To Calais and Paris

A54

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A57

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A51

Marignane

Le Lavandou

St RaphaelSte Maxime

Valescure Royal Mougins

Cannes Mougins

Opio-ValbonneLa Grande Bastide

Claux Amic

Beauvallon

Gassin St Tropez

Barbaroux

Monte-Carlo

Sainte Baume

Lorgues

D955

Salon-de-Provence

BrignolesFrejus

Gordes

Fontaine du Vaucluse

Grand Avignon

Servanes GrasseMouginsSt DonatFayence

Terre BlancheSt-Endreol

Taulane

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Suggested ItineraryTake in both the seaside and countryside of the South of

France with a two-centre holiday featuring Cannes and

Provence...Two contrasting experiences, just an hour apart.

n UK-Nice return flights* with taxes, golf and luggage

carriage included

n Mid-size hire car for two people with insurances for

duration of holiday

n Three nights’ b/b at the four-star Gray d’Albion, Cannes

n Golf at Saint Donat and Cannes Mougins

n Four nights’ b/b at Domaine de Saint Endreol

n Two rounds at Saint Endreol and one at Barbaroux

PriceUntil March 31 2009 £995 April 2009 until December 2009 £1195

* Flight price based on £150 “all-inclusive”.

St Endreol Golf Club (page 100).


No currency surchargeWe guarantee that the holiday price quoted to you when you payyour deposit is the holiday price you will pay. We have taken steps

to avoid any possibility of surcharging our clients for currencyfluctuations and any other holiday cost.

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Hotel de la Cité ****Carcassonne 1

Within the medieval ramparts liesa very special hotel. Overlookedby the pepper-pot turrets ofChateau Comtal, it’s a fairytalesetting.

At a glancen Member of Leading Hotels of the World n Michelin-starred restaurantn Located within the ancient walled city

Courses within 30 minutesn Carcassonne

French Golf Holidays bonusn Fifth night free in high-season

ART DE VIVRE ££££

Golf-Hotel de Massane *** Baillargues 2

This is a bright, leisure-orientatedhotel offering excellent value.

As well as being on the Golf de Massane, it isconvenient for several courses, towns andsights.

The hotel boasts 32 spacious bedrooms, a spa,great sports facilities and two restaurants – allset around a scenic garden setting. A greatplace to unwind.

At a glancen Possibility of self-cateringn Spa

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Suggested itinerary From ToSix nights’ b/b, golf at Massane (twice),Servanes, Nimes Campagne& La Grande Motte £850 £879

Single room supplement per night £27 £27

Courses within 30 minutesn Massane (on site) n Nimes Campagnen Nimes Vacquerolles n La Grande Motten Fontcaude n Servanes

COMFORTABLE SPA £

CarcassonnePar 71. 6296 yards. Slope 136.n Views of the Pyrenees and the city of

Carcassonne n Good food and warm welcome

Beziers St ThomasPar 72. 6704 yards. Slope 136.n Picturesque settingn Good clubhouse with terrace overlooking the

fairways and club pool

Secluded, tranquil and beautiful,this uncomplicated design featureswoodland, valley and water.

In addition to the landscape, there’s plenty ofwildlife to enjoy too. The course rewardsaccuracy and your driver should only be usedaround the turn where you can really makeyour score.

Not the best layout in the region but thesetting and the lovely clubhouse make for adelightful day. Five miles east of Beziers.

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fairways and fast greens are presented to avery high standard.

Don't be put off by the tough, uphill firsthole...several of the holes are more sweet thantough and it’s a “holiday golf” layout withquite a few first-rate holes – particularlyaround the turn.

Carcassonne epitomises the region – enjoy thescenery, appreciate the history and take it easyon the fairways. The clubhouse terrace is alovely way to end the day. Slightly hilly inparts. About a mile south of Carcassonne.

With the famous medieval city asa backdrop, Golf de Carcassonnematches the beauty of itssurroundings.

Created out of a 17th-Century park, the wide

The 61 bedrooms (we offer a garden-viewroom for the best views) feature intricatestencil work or murals and the numerouslounges boast wood-panelling and stained-glass windows. With world-class service, threerestaurants, quiet gardens, pool and such aunique location and atmosphere, Hotel de laCité makes for a truly exceptional holiday.

Best to play early as no cars are allowed intown after 6pm.

Suggested itinerary From ToFour nights’ b/b, golf at Carcassonne (twice) & St Cyprien £665 £1065



See pages 95-96 for more local golf Tel: 01277 824100


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Palmyra Golf Hotel **** Cap d’Agde 5

Part of the very impressive 85hectare International Golf de Capd’Agde golf resort, the PalmyraGolf Hotel offers first-class comfortwith a holiday atmosphere.

The hotel is top-quality but not too large –with just 34 bedrooms, the service is personaland there are never too many people around.The bedrooms are generous, stylish and boastsuper views of the course from their balcony orterrace.

Also with a golf view is the restaurant, openfor lunches only, specialising in lightMediterranean dishes and complemented bythe local wines. Dinners can be taken at thegolf club or, of course, in the resort.

As well as enjoying the sunshine and golf, youcan treat yourself to beauty and healthtreatments at the spa. And to help prepareyour body for the beaches, there’s swimming,

At a glancen Walkable to Cap d’Agde Golf Club and just two

miles from the resort

Courses within 30 minutesn Cap d’Agde (on site) n Beziers St Thomasn Fontcaude

tennis and a gym to exercise your muscles.

The best hotel in the area, the Palmyra isperfect to get the best out of the vibrantMediterranean resort with its brasseries, barsand casinos and the historic and peacefulvillages of Languedoc with their time-capsuledtown squares, medieval streets and churches.

There’s something for everyone… particularlygolfers!

Designed by the highly-ratedRonald Fream, Cap d’Agde isarguably the best course inLanguedoc.

It’s a true golfer’s course with keenly placedhazards, sea breezes, trouble off the links-likefairways and 18 very different holes so youhave to plot your way round with intelligencein order to score well. However it is infinitelyplayable and a few pars will help you forgetthe bogeys. Easy walking. Under two milesfrom both the modern resort of Cap d’Agdeand the lovely old town of Agde.

TARGET COMFORTABLE SPA ££

Par 72. 6867 yards. Slope 137.n Wonderful seaside views

Cap d’Agde


Suggested itinerary From ToSix nights’ b/b, golf at Cap d’Agde (three times), Fontcaude & Beziers St Thomas £865 £1025


French Golf Holidays bonusn Upgrade to golf-view bedrooms


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FontcaudePar 72. 6877 yards. Slope 139.n Adjacent to the Golf-Hotel de Fontcauden Nice holiday golf n Well-maintained and tricky greens

This is pleasant “target-golf”.

Laid out over rugged terrain complete with aravine and cunningly-placed trees, there aremany impressive holes but none are fearfullydifficult. Most golfers should post a good scoreand also enjoy the old-style Mediterraneandesign. Very nice. Hilly in parts. Three milesnorth of Montpellier.

MassanePar 72. 6670 yards. Slope 141.n One of the best courses in the south of Francen Designed by Ronald Fream n Adjacent to the Hotel de Massane

An enjoyable assault on your golfskills, Massane has the “FullMonty” of hazards and will testthe best of us.

With teasing driving opportunities anddemanding approaches, your recoveries andshort game will have to be on song to avoidtoo many dropped shots. The greens, as therest of the course, are presented to highstandards and don’t offer any excuses... Playhere to find out how good you are! Fairly easywalking. Five miles east of Montpellier.

TARGET 18/36

PARKLAND 18/36

Nimes VacquerollesPar 72. 6886 yards. Slope 131.n 10 minutes from Nimes n Scenic location

An easy-going parkland coursewith spacious, lavender-lined

fairways and the Garrigue Hills asthe backdrop.

Very Mediterranean! A lovely spot forenjoyable holiday golf where pars and theoccasional birdie are on most golfers’ “plat dujour”. Fairly easy walking. Three miles north ofMontpellier.

La Grande MottePar 72. 6777 yards. Slope 133.n Designed by Robert Trent Jones n Regular host to PGA Tour Qualifying School

This is a serious golf destination.

Wide and long fairways, tricky approaches, lotsof water and large sloping greens provide the

perfect magnifying glass to see if the“wannabes” can make it on tour. Examineyour game against the pros – even if you fail,you’ll enjoy this high-class and well-maintained course...Modern sunshine golf at its best. Easy walking. 15 miles east ofMontpellier.

PARKLAND 18/36

CHAMPIONSHIP 18/36

See page 93 for more local golf Tel: 01277 824100


96 South of France: ProvenceFrench Golf Holidays

Nimes CampagnePar 72. 6748 yards. Slope 139.n One of the best courses in Francen Past host to European Tour Events n Exclusive club that welcomes our clients

Arguably the best course in theregion, Nimes Campagne isdefinitely the most classic and isvery sporting.

CREME DE LA CREME

Par 72. 6737 yards. Slope 138.n Outstanding locationn Ideal holiday golf n Close to one of the prettiest villages in France

Set at the foot of the Alpilles Hills,this is a pleasant golf course in asuperb location.

Servanes provides a pleasing game where youcan open your shoulders, have some fun andenjoy the scenery. A converted olive mill is theinviting clubhouse where lunch on the terraceis a fine way to analyse the result of the game.Easy walking. 12 miles north-west of Salon-de-Provence and four miles south east of thebeautiful Les Baux-de-Provence.

French Golf Holidays bonusn Free second round

Servanes

PARKLAND 18/36

Par 72. 6696 yards. Slope 142.n One of the best courses in the South of Francen Designed by Seve Ballesteros n Always presented in tip-top condition

This is a very fine test of golfwhere Seve’s trademarks of hugebunkers, well-placed trees andwater hazards fit in beautifullywith the natural ravines andundulations.

Pont Royal is a tough proposition to overcomeand Stableford rather than Medal should beencouraged. Playing here is about trying tograb a couple of birdies (long hitting isencouraged) whilst coping with the risks thatdidn’t come off.

There are many super holes featuring dog-legs,genuine three-shot par fives and frighteningpar threes! Very well-maintained and a treat toplay. Hilly in parts. Good clubhouse. Eight mileseast of Salon-de-Provence and 22 miles north-west of Aix-en-Provence.

Pont-Royal

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Par 72. 6602 yards. Slope 132.n Superbly presentedn Local to the sights of Avignon n Buggies included in green fee

This course makes for a fine day –wide, well-maintained fairwayslead to smallish and very truegreens but first you have to avoidthe various copses and small butcleverly-placed bunkers.

To add to your enjoyment, our green feeincludes buggies. A great-value golf courseideally located for the sights of Avignon beforeor after your round. The clubhouse features atearoom and late-night (and popular)restaurant. Seven miles east of Avignon.

French Golf Holidays bonusesn Free logoed golf ball per playern Free trolley hiren Two green fees for the price of one in

Feb & July

Grand Avignon

PARKLAND

Consistently placed among the very best in thecountry and past host to several European Tourevents, this is a gem.

The traditional parkland layout avoids modernexcesses and features beautiful trees, a touchof water and crafty greens. You’ll need mostshots in your bag and to know when to hit itbig and when to hold back.

A very classy golf club. Fairly easy walking.Seven miles south of Nimes.



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Villa Gallici **** LUXE Aix-en-Provence 6

Rated as one of Europe’s best 15hotels and the World’s best 100hotels, Villa Gallici is quite simplysensational.

Just a short walk from the perfect old town ofAix-en-Provence, the attention-to-detail,presentation and service is absolutely faultless.The 22 lavish bedrooms might make youcancel the golf and luxuriate in bed!

The gardens feature a courtyard of elms &cypresses amid a background chorus ofcrickets. Plus, there’s the outdoor pool andterrace – a haven for après-golf.

As well as satisfying your wellbeing, VillaGallici sates the finest of appetites – lunch onthe terrace, afternoon tea in the sumptuouslounges or dinner in the main dining roomwith its discreet table arrangement. Needlessto say, the traditional Provençal cuisine issuperb.

A worthy winner of all its accolades, VillaGallici provides a wonderful, and very classy,holiday.

At a glancen Rated among the world’s best hotels n Gastronomic restaurantn An oasis in the heart of beautiful Aix-en-Provencen Relais et Chateaux

Courses within 30 minutesn Pont Royal n Sainte Baumen Barbaroux

LUXURY ££££

Hotel du Poête *** Fontaine de Vaucluse 7

Full of hidden nooks and cranniesand put together with great flair,this 19th-Century mill offers 24bedrooms in a most charming andhospitable atmosphere.

The bedrooms are “très Provençale”,individually-appointed and have all thefacilities you need. Breakfast is a generouscold buffet.

The views from the cosy lounges, appealingpool, terrace bar and the gardens are superb.

At a glancen Central for three courses and some of the prettiest

sights in Francen Close to a fine choice of restaurants

Suggested itinerary From ToFive nights’ b/b, golf at Pont Royal (twice),Grand Avignon & Servanes £675 £799


Courses within 30 minutesn Grand Avignon n Pont Royaln Servanes

CHARMING ££

And the last of the decision-makers is thechoice of eateries - there are several just ashort walk away in the picturesque village, anda selection of Michelin-starred restaurantswithin easy driving distance.

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Suggested itinerary From ToThree nights’ b/b, golf at Pont Royal,Ste Baume & Barbaroux £695 £895


Tel: 01277 824100




Par 72. 6629 yards. Slope 124.n The least difficult of our courses in the arean Lovely views of the surrounding mountain range

Sainte-Baume is a great course forhandicaps of mid-teens andupwards and also provides solacefor the better player.

This is a traditional parkland layout with nonasty surprises or tricks and all the hazards –such as the splendid trees and a wanderingstream – are on view from the tee.

Visually very pleasing, Sainte Baume makes fora lovely round and made all the better by thewelcoming clubhouse. To make the dayperfect, we can reserve a table for you at theon-site Domaine de Chateauneuf. Easy walkingbut with two hilly holes. 26 miles east ofMarseille.

Sainte-Baume

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Par 72. 6394 yards. Slope 134.n Beautiful views of the Mediterraneann Golf academy with nine-hole training

course available

A very fine design by RonaldFream, taking advantage of themagnificent countryside andMediterranean coastline.

From the first to last, every hole is good andyou won’t want the round to stop. Do take

time to actually look at each hole beforeteeing off as many require a sensible ratherthan long tee-shot.

Many of the greens are raised and well-protected and there are plenty of hazards forwayward shots but Fregate is overall very fair,very beautiful and very good.

Very hilly in places. The clubhouse is wellorganised and there’s a nine-hole executivecourse for after lunch or novices. 12 miles westof Toulon.

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Hotel du Golf Barbaroux *** Brignoles %

This is an appealing spot forgreat-value accommodation and agolf-fuelled itinerary.

Come here to play the sensational course,enjoy the two restaurants (brasserie andcordon bleu) and relax in the pool or in one ofthe hidden nooks of the 87-hectare resort.

All 40 bedrooms are nicely presented and arejust a seven-iron away from the manicuredfairways. With the views, friendly service andseclusion, you can’t help but unwind andrecharge your batteries. And if you do fancythe occasional sortie, the town of Brignoles isa ten-minute drive. A sunshine golf holiday atunbeatable prices.

At a glancen Fantastic value n Central for the very best coursesn Member of Chateaux et Hotels de France

Courses within 30 minutesn Barbaroux (on site) n Saint-Endreoln Sainte-Baume

French Golf Holidays bonusesn Second rounds for £12n Free buggy for seniors on Wednesdays

Suggested itinerary From ToFour nights’ b/b, golf at Barbaroux & Saint-Endreol (twice each) £619 £679


This is famed architects Pete DyeJnr/Snr at their best.

A mix of contoured fairways, huge bunkers andgreens, hazards lined with railway sleepers and18 totally different holes...A great design –with every type of layout – amongst gloriousscenery.

To score well, you need to be able to playmost shots and every club in your bag. Thegreens are sometimes 50 yards long andsubtle too. All told, it is a very enjoyablechallenge and you have two choices – playmatchplay and forget your gross score or addsix strokes to your handicap and hold on fordear life! Quite flat but there are a couple oflong walks between green and next tee. 28miles west of Le Muy and 37 miles east of Aix-en-Provence.

CREME DE LA CREME

COMFORTABLE ££

Par 72. 6636 yards. Slope 143.n World Top 100 golf course

Barbaroux




Four Seasons Provence at Terre Blanche**** LUXE Tourrettes ^

This is a £170m master resort.You have two golf courses, 114massive suites, a spa and fitnesscentre, infinity pool, tennis and upto four restaurants to enjoy.

Every suite is furnished to the higheststandards with views of the breath-takingscenery never far away.

Regarding service, the Four Seasons attention-to-detail is the benchmark and the warmProvençal people only make it better.

A country retreat, Four Seasons is surprisinglyclose to several courses and the attractions ofthe coastline so whether you want to “chill-out” for the duration or mix the calm of theresort with the attractions of the Riviera, FourSeasons Provence is a sure-fire winner for eventhe most discerning.

At a glancen Huge and luxurious bedrooms and bathroomsn World-class Four Seasons servicen Huge spa

Courses within 30 minutesn Terre Blanche Chateau & Riou (on site)n Saint-Endreol n Saint-Donatn Royal Mougins n Claux Amicn Taulane n La Grande Bastiden Cannes Mougins n Valescure


Suggested itinerary From ToFour nights’ b/b, golf at Terre Blanche (twice) & Taulane £935 £1329


Par 72. 6445 yards. Slope 146.n Very enjoyable holiday course

The architect, Dave Thomas, haspulled out all the stops andcreated, arguably, the best coursein the south of France.

Superb maintenance and a sublime mix ofhazards make Le Chateau a hugely enjoyablechallenge and the setting, clubhouse andservice will be memorable even if your scoreisn’t. Hilly in parts. 18 miles north of Le Muyand 16 miles west of Grasse.

Par 72. 7088 yards. Slope 149.n Sensational setting n Slick clubhouse servicen Dave Thomas designn One of the very best courses in France

Le Chateau Le Riou

Designed to provide a less difficultgame of golf than its sister course,Le Riou gently unfurls as abeautiful and pleasant challenge.

Attractively presented and intricate enough tokeep you on your toes, this is a very goodholiday course benefiting from spectacularviews. Hilly in parts.

RESORT SPA £££££

CREME DE LA CREME TARGET

French Golf Holidays bonusn Buggies included in green fee

Tel: 01277 824100



Golf-Domaine de Saint-Endreol *** La Motte &

Saint Endreol is deservedlypopular. For a relaxed ambience,high-quality accommodation, agreat golf course and good value,look no further.

There are all sorts of accommodation available- from a spacious one-bedroom ‘suite’ to five-bedroom villas. Choose from a hotel packageor self-catering (see page 132)...Whateveryour need or party size, there’s stylish quarterswaiting for you.

The hotel restaurant is a favourite haunt andregularly offers themed menus and there is adecent choice of eateries within a ten minutedrive.

The bar has a great golfers atmosphere.

A lovely Provencal resort, attracting repeatclients year after year

At a glancen On-site 2,000m2 spa and beauty centren Option to self-cater in the suites or villasn Countryside location but central for several

towns and courses


French Golf Holidays bonusesn 20% off bar prices n Seventh night for just £20 per person

Suggested itinerary From ToFour nights’ b/b, golf at St Endreol (twice), Taulane & Saint Donat £650 £815


COUNTRY ESCAPE SPA £££ TARGET

Saint-EndreolPar 72. 6496 yards. Slope 142.n One of the prettiest courses in France

Nestled between the river Endreand the rock of Roquebrune, thereare few finer spots for a golfcourse.

Saint-Endreol is a clever design where accuracyis more important than length. The key tosuccess is to resist temptation, put away thedriver and take the right club to put the balldown to the 150-yard marker – any shorterand you’ll bring the hazards into play, anylonger and the fairways get narrow.

This is a super matchplay course where you’llnever tire of the scenery and layout. Having aglass of wine and a delicious lunch on theterrace is a fine reward. Quite hilly. Three milesnorth of Le Muy and 17 miles north of Sainte-Maxime.


Courses within 30 minutesn Saint-Endreol (on site) n Terre Blanchen Sainte-Maxime n Valescuren Barbaroux



Hotel du Golf deValescure *** Saint-Raphaël )

At a glancen 40 brand new bedroomsn Secluded but central locationn Member of Chateaux et Hotels de France

Suggested itinerary From ToFour nights’ b/b, golf at Valescure,Beauvallon & Saint-Endreol £665 £779Single room supplement per night £56 £72


French Golf Holidays bonusesn One in 20 free all yearn Seventh night free in mid-seasonn Excellent value week-long hotel golf-dinner

packages

Courses within 30 minutesn Valescure (on site) n Sainte-Maximen Saint-Endreol

A picturesque course laid out in1895 by Lord Ashcomb, this is theoldest course on the south coast.

A little short for the modern game but it’s arefreshing change and great for the confidenceand ego. Valescure is rather reminiscent of theearly Algarve courses with pine-lined fairways,a few water hazards and small greens...Verygenteel and a nice day’s golf. Easy walking.The clubhouse is the 1900 Norwegian WorldExhibition showpiece. One mile north of Saint-Raphael.

CHARMING SPA £££

Par 68. 5474 yards. Slope 130.n Classic Mediterranean golf

Par 71. 6649 yards. Slope 133.n State of the art course design and clubhouse

Another terrific Gary Player layoutwith enticing fairways, large,sloping greens and a fair amountof water.

Very enjoyable, very pretty to look at and with afew easy pars and a couple of birdies available,this is a must play.

The clubhouse is one of the finest in Francewith food to match. Part of a very exclusiveresidential development just a few miles fromSaint Tropez, we’re delighted to offer Gassinon an exclusive basis to our clients.

Gassin

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Par 70. 6473 yards. Slope 125.n Traditional designn Wonderful views of Saint Tropez bay

Short by modern standards,Beauvallon is a charming and lushgolf course with lovely views ofthe Saint Tropez bay.

The generous fairways are lined by maturetrees and the greens are small and well-protected. The clubhouse is very simple butBeauvallon is about enjoying a nice game ofgolf on pretty fairways followed by anafternoon exploring the coast and sights ofnearby Saint Tropez.

Beauvallon

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This hotel oozes dormy-house style.

There are 62 bedrooms – brand new/renovated,generous in both size and facilities (we baseour prices on superior bedrooms with abalcony) and the pine gardens and golf courseare right outside. The hotel restaurant offerstraditional cuisine at great value and youchoose from the inviting interior or eat poolsideon the terrace. You can also eat in theclubhouse and there’s a huge choice in thenearby resorts. With cosy lounges and servicewith a smile, the Hotel du Golf de Valescure ismuch appreciated by clients.

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Valescure

Tel: 01277 824100


French Golf Holidays bonusn Buggies included in green fee


Tucked away in a gorgeous part ofProvence – with mountains, lakes,hilltop villages and sensationalviews – Taulane is a fine hotelwith a brilliant golf course.

There are 45 bedrooms (our prices are basedon the superior, golf-view bedrooms in themain chateau) with several categoriesavailable but you can choose from a variety ofcharming annexe locations (including a VIPsuite on three levels).

The generous dispersion of the bedrooms,along with the secluded location, means thatyou are assured of a calm, relaxing and qualityholiday. The lounges are impressive, the leisurefacilities will satisfy a keen athlete and thecuisine, with panoramic dining room, is a treat.

For non-golfing days you can visit Castellane,the gorges or the perfume houses at Grasse.For golfers, golfing bon-vivands or if you justneed to take a break from the hustle andbustle, Chateau de Taulane is a seriouscontender.

Probably the fairest and best overalldesign in the region, Taulane is GaryPlayer at his designer best.

Demanding but fair, you can score well on evenyour first round as long as you are not toogreedy. The tree-lined and manicured fairways

Par 72. 6824 yards. Slope 134.n Designed by Gary Player n One of the best all-round challenges in France

At a glancen Fabulous sceneryn A high-quality 340 ha golf retreatn Restaurant serving local specialities

Chateau de Taulane **** La Martre ASuggested itinerary From ToFour nights’ b/b, golf at Taulane (twice) and Cannes Mougins £835 £959


are quite wide but there are plenty of hazardsbefore you reach the reasonably protectedgreens. Quite flat and, for the experienced golfer,not too difficult to read, Taulane demands goodplay for pars, great play for birdies and sloppyplay for bogeys or worse... a sign of a good golfcourse.

The stunning and secluded setting and mountainbackdrop help make Taulane a great experience– as does the delicious clubhouse food. Fairlyeasy walking, hilly in places. 25 miles north-westof Cannes and 18 miles north of Grasse.

COUNTRY ESCAPE ££££

CREME DE LA CREME

Taulane


J F M A M J J A S O N DClosed Closed

Courses within 30 minutesn Taulane (on site) n Claux Amic


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Hotel de Mougins **** Mougins D

Mixing golf-hotel character withProvence style and a handylocation, Hotel de Mougins hasbeen a leading choice of clientsfor many years.

Just one minute’s drive from the prestigiousCannes Mougins Golf Club, several other golfcourses and a short drive from the “artists’village” Hotel de Mougins allows you to cutdown your travelling and spend even moretime relaxing.

The 51 bedrooms are spacious and splitbetween four converted farmhouses. All havequality fittings and come with a terrace orbalcony leading out on to the lovely gardensand pool. The public lounges and restaurant(with a terrace shaded by a huge Ash tree)strike just the right note.

At a glancen Lovely Provençal gardensn Large bedrooms with balcony or terrace n Central location for the resorts and coursesn Just one minute from Cannes Mougins Golf Club


Suggested itinerary From ToSix nights’ b/b, golf at Cannes Mougins (twice), Saint Donat, Royal Mougins& Opio Valbonne £1165 £1435


Courses within 30 minutesn Opio Valbonne n Royal Mouginsn La Grande Bastide n Saint Donatn Cannes Mougins n Claux Amic

ART DE VIVRE £££

See page 92 for ‘What the price includes’

French Golf Holidays bonusesn Seventh night free in mid- and high-seasonn Stay three nights or longer Jan 1 - Mar 31

and receive a free room upgrade

Tel: 01277 824100


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Le Mas Candille **** LUXE Mougins D

This is one of the loveliest smallhotels in France and boasts a veryrelaxing and intimate atmosphere.

Service is attentive and knowledgeable andthe bedrooms each have a private balcony orterrace and superior furnishings. With just 47bedrooms, the hotel is never too busy and thestaff know your name and your needs as soonas you arrive.

Facilities are tremendous and include three

At a glancen Michelin-starred restaurantn Award-winning Shisheido span Member of Relais et Chateauxn Intimate “boutique” hotel ambiencen Five-minute walk from the village of Mougins

pools, two garden Jacuzzis, a state-of-the-artShisheido beauty centre and a bamboo-framedoutdoor gymnasium. The impressive gardensalso boast lots of little hideaways where youcan snooze and relax. The gastronomicrestaurant is frequented by discerning localsand the poolside brasserie offers simpler, butjust as tasty, fare. To further enhance yourmood, the entire estate looks out over therural hills of Grasse, and the medieval villageof Mougins is just a five-minute walk away.

Le Mas Candille has made its name as thebest small hotel in the South of France andone of the best in the country. It’s perfect forrecharging your batteries.


Suggested itinerary From ToFour nights’ b/b, golf at Cannes Mougins, Royal Mougins & Taulane £899 £1140


French Golf Holidays bonusn Seventh night free Apr 1 - June 30 & Sept

Courses within 30 minutesn Opio Valbonne n Royal Mouginsn La Grande Bastide n Saint-Donatn Cannes Mougins n Claux Amic

ART DE VIVRE ££££

Chateau de la Begude *** near Nice D

CHARMING ££

This is a very pretty hotel focusingon a 17th-Century manor.

Tucked away down a leafy lane, Chateau Begudeis a very warm and superior three-star getaway.

With much refurbishment over the last couple ofyears, the 35 bedrooms are smart (our prices arebased on golf-view in the adjacent renovatedfarmhouse), the lounges are very comfortableand the décor sets the tone for a friendly andrelaxed holiday. The restaurant has the bonus ofa fine reputation and large terrace overlookingthe fairways.


Suggested itinerary From ToFour nights’ b/b, golf at Opio Valbonne, GrandeBastide, Saint Donat & Claux Amic £695 £750


At a glancen Overlooking Opio Valbonne golf coursen Only 20 minutes from Nice Airport n A true golfers’ hotel


Courses within 30 minutesn Opio Valbonne n Royal Mouginsn La Grande Bastide n Saint-Donatn Cannes Mougins n Claux Amic


Royal MouginsPar 71. 6600 yards. Slope 146.n European Top 100 course n Designed by Robert von Hagge n Luxury clubhouse and facilitiesn Green-fee includes buggies

Superlatives are the order of theday when you’re talking aboutRoyal Mougins!

Officially the best course on the Riviera, RoyalMougins is a visual masterpiece and onewould expect no less from the master golfarchitect Robert von Hagge. With maintenanceat a world-class level and a clubhouse andhotel to match, this is a golfing memory totreasure.

Dramatic, difficult and with lots of water andthree-tiered greens, you should forget aboutyour handicap and just play matchplay and gofor broke! However, the course is notimpossible and everyone will have a couple ofstories to tell.

Thanks to our exclusive agreement, our clientscan enjoy the hotel and the golf at veryprivileged rates. On every golfer’s tick list!

Hilly in parts. Seven miles north of Cannes andtwo miles west of Mougins.

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Suggested itinerary From ToFour nights’ b/b, golf at Royal Mougins (twice) & Cannes Mougins £799 £1155


Courses within 30 minutesn Royal Mougins (on site) n Opio Valbonnen La Grande Bastide n Saint Donatn Cannes Mougins n Claux Amic

Perfectly situated between Grasse,Cannes and Mougins, the RoyalMougins Golf Resort is the bestnew hotel in the south of France.

With just 29 bedrooms (all beautifully-presented and extremely large) and arestaurant, spa, and European Top 100 golfcourse on-site, it’s got everything a discerninggolfer and their friends need. With servicebecoming of a high-quality establishment,you’ll be relaxed in no time and ready to takeon the golf course and explore the localsights.

Every bedroom offers a fantastic view of thefairways with their lakes, streams andwaterfalls. The bedrooms measure 50m2 plus a25m2 private terrace so there’s plenty of spaceto sit back and enjoy the views and sunshine.

Residents receive free access to the Spa withits pool, Turkish bath, gym and sauna. The Spateam comprises specialised professionals andthe complex is nestled around a stone bastidein dried stone...Very slick and very relaxing.

Food has always been important at RoyalMougins and the new hotel is no exception -with a very trendy yet relaxing interior andterrace, with huge lounge chairs and parasols,you can enjoy true Mediterranean cuisine frombreakfast through to dinner. Renowned Chef

Philippe Artaud offers refined and inventiverecipes according to the season - such astuna-avocado tartar with mango perfumedwith pink ginger, veal mignon in pastry,sautéed artichoke perfumed with trufflescented jus, spring roll with lobster andcoriander, crushed shellfish vinaigrette...

Serious golfers will already have heard ofRoyal Mougins Golf Club. Open only tomembers and hotel residents (and a few otherFrench Golf Holidays’ clients), the course wasbuilt by one of the world’s best architects -Robert von Hagge. He made perfect use ofthe countryside and added his trademarktarget-golf greens and thinking golfer’s tee-shots. It’s beautiful, it’s challenging, it’sbrilliant.

Royal Mougins Golf Resort will become thetalk of the golfing “uptown”.

French Golf Holidays bonusesn Fourth night free in low- and mid-seasonn Free room upgrade throughout the yearn Golf & Spa packages

At a glancen Luxurious hoteln Overlooks a European Top 100 golf course

LUXURY SPA ££££

Royal Mougins Golf Resort **** LUXE Mougins D

See pages 98-99 for more local golf

French Golf Holidays bonusn Buggy included in our green fee

Tel: 01277 824100



Hotel Gray d’Albion **** Cannes S

A modern hotel with excellentservice and large bedrooms, theGray d’Albion is arguably the bestvalue in Cannes.Just 100 yards from La Croisette and the heartof the trendy shopping district, the Grayd’Albion is convenient for the attractions of theresort but offers peace and quiet when youwant it.

The 199 bedrooms are all equipped to the highstandard as expected of a Barrière hotel andsome come with terrace and sea-view. As wellas the two restaurants (a trendy brasserie andbeachside cafe), there is a private beach and anadjacent upmarket nightclub to try out. A

At a glancen 100 yards from the resort centren All bedrooms renovated in 2008n Private beachn Free entrance to Jane’s nightclub and the casino

perfect and popular choice for four-star comfortwithout breaking the bank of Monte Carlo!


Suggested itinerary From ToFour nights’ b/b, golf at Saint Donat,Royal Mougins, Saint Endreol &Grande Bastide £715 £975


French Golf Holidays bonusesn Free drink at the casinon Fourth night free from Jan 1 - June 30

& Sept 1 - Dec 31n Fifth night free in July & Aug 23-31n Free room upgraden Beach access

COMFORTABLE £££





A delightful boutique hotel in theheart of Cannes run with panacheand great style. You are made tofeel at ease – from the home-made pastries and jams atbreakfast, to the bathrobes andslippers in your bedroom.

Built in 1897, the Cavendish mixes thesplendour of “La Belle Epoque” with the latestcomforts. There are some very classy touchessuch as the marble staircase and Art Deco lift.

Although a small hotel, the service is smoothand friendly and features valet parking andchocolate and lavender turndown at night. The34 bedrooms are decorated in 19th-CenturyProvence style and come with all the mod-cons, including soundproofing.

As for location, it’s just a five-minute strollfrom La Croisette and the old town, so there’sa huge choice of eateries within easy reach.

For clients looking for the convenience ofbeing in the main resort and charm, theCavendish is the answer. And we haven’t eventalked about the free bar!

At a glancen Resort-centre locationn Intimate ambiencen Free barn Free parking

Suggested itinerary From ToThree nights’ b/b, golf at Saint Donat,Saint Endreol & Grande Bastide £555 £645


French Golf Holidays bonusesn Free bar from 5pm to 11pm!n Free parking except between July 12 - Sept 15n Fourth night free Jan - May 12 &

Sept - Nov 30

CHARMING ££

Cavendish **** Cannes S

Built in 1926 on the foundationsof an 1860 chateau, the Majesticis the best-placed luxury hotel inCannes.

With 305 bedrooms, it’s a big hotel with bigservice and big facilities. The Majestic is afavourite spot for the stars during the CannesFilm Festival and the impressive public roomsand slick service do set the right tone for themost stylish of holidays.

It’s fronted by a sweeping driveway, gardensand smart pool so you can be sunbathing intotal privacy just 60 yards from thepromenade. And if you don’t fancy snoozingby the pool, you can always enjoy the privatebeach and pontoon restaurant. Back insidethe hotel, there’s a trendy piano bar andhealth and beauty centre.

Hotel Majestic Barrière **** LUXE Cannes S


Suggested itinerary From ToSix nights’ b/b, golf at Cannes Mougins & Royal Mougins (twice each) £1195 £1625


French Golf Holidays bonusesn Book 30 days before arrival in low- and mid-

season and 60 days in high-season and receive a free room upgrade

n Free drink at the casinon Fourth night free from Jan - June and

Sept - Dec n Fifth night free in July and Aug 23 - 31n Free access to private beach with sundeck chair,

parasol and towel except July & Aug

At a glancen Member of Leading Hotels of the Worldn Prominent resort locationn Private beach bar and brasserien Completely refurbished in 2008

Dining is one of the highlights of staying inCannes and the hotel’s own Fouquet’sbrasserie is a popular spot.

Resort hotel excellence.



JET SET ££££

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Tel: 01277 824100



Saint DonatPar 71. 6454 yards. Slope 129.n Clients’ favourite n Designed by Robert Trent Jones

A hugely enjoyable Trent Jonesdesign that uses the naturalterrain to great effect.

This is target golf from tee to green and you’llneed nerves of steel to avoid all themeandering streams and rocks. A clevercourse, it encourages you to hit longer andmore aggressively as the round progresses soit’s best to play safe the front nine and thenattack the back. Super clubhouse. Fairly flat.Three miles north of Mougins and three milessouth of Grasse.

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Cannes MouginsPar 72. 6906 yards. Slope 136.n Past host to the Cannes Open,

European Tour eventn Exclusive club welcoming our clientsn Green fee includes buggy, water, tees and

practice

PARKLAND 18/36


A very prestigious club, CannesMougins is a parkland course witha fine reputation and wonderfulclubhouse.

Relatively generous off the tee, the approachesare quite tough and the small, subtle greensmake you think long and hard. Designed bythe much respected Dave Thomas, CannesMougins is the epitome of golf in the sun...Classy, enjoyable and impeccably presented.Easy walking. One mile east of Mougins andseven miles north of Cannes.

French Golf Holidays bonusn Buggy, practice balls, strokesaver, tees and

water included in our green fee



Opio ValbonnePar 73. 6326 yards. Slope 130.n Short and sweet!n Adjacent to the Chateau de Begude hotel

The design is not particularly demanding but itis pretty and varied and ideal for mid-rangehandicappers and a confidence-building firstround. Quite easy walking but hilly in parts.Three miles north of Mougins and five mileseast of Grasse.

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La Grande BastidePar 72. 6676 yards. Slope 128.n Good holiday golfn Convenient to play on your travelling days

when flying to/from Nice

Designed by Cabell Robinson, thisis enjoyable target golf.

The wide fairways encourage aggressive play

but there’s plenty of water, rough, and hugebunkers to penalise sloppy shots. Plus, thelarge, sloping greens are ready to punish a lessthan positive stroke! However, there areenough generous holes to post a decent score.Easy walking. Large and modern clubhouse.Three miles north of Mougins and three mileseast of Grasse.

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Claux AmicPar 72. 6448 yards. Slope 139.n Super clubhouse and restaurantn Priceless views n A fine test of golf

Enveloped by an oak forest andwith priceless hill-top views of thecoastline, Mother Nature will doher best to put a smile on your

face even if your game isn’t onsong.

There are many good holes and a few greatones, with the heaviest emphasis on gooddriving to line up the best angle of approach.The wisest way to play this challenging course isstableford as only the finest players will manageto overcome the challenge on every hole. Hilly inparts, quite easy walking. Two miles north ofGrasse and 10 miles north-west of Cannes.

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French Golf Holidays bonusn Good green fee reductions when playing after 3pm

French Golf Holidays bonusn Good green fee reductions when playing after 3pm

Tel: 01277 824100


One of the oldest layouts in thesouth and laid out over 220hectares of undulating woodland,this is a lovely track with thebenefit of an on-site hotel.

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