In the heart of Murcia Province, near the warm waters of the Mar Menor, Europe's largest saltwater lagoon lies Roda Golf & Beach Resort. Beautiful parkland with an 18 hole championship golf course is considered one of the best in the Costa Calida area. Murcia, having the cleanest air in Europe as declared by the World Health Organization (WHO) enjoys a Mediterranean subtropical climate with an average temperature of 18C. As the sun shines for 320 days a year, the resort benefits from this near-perfect weather. Allowing for golf and other recreational outdoor activities year-round.
The golf community in La Roda is your classic southern European golf resort, gated with 24H security and with Andalucian-style low buildings blending with the beautiful Spanish countryside. A unique residential tourist complex, the golf houses offered are the apartment-style dwelling complex and modern-designed detached and semi-detached golf villas. The resort offers tennis courts, swimming pools, and a private beach club at the Mar Menor lagoon. An ideal place for a golf home for remote workers, active families, over 55s', retirees, and long-stay tourists.
The crown jewel of La Roda is its par 72 golf course designed by former professional golfer and prominent designer Dave Thomas. On a flat land with Mediterranean shrubs, palms were added to line the fairways. The greens were constructed to conform to USGA standards. Man-made mounds were installed to add distinction to the holes. 3 lakes were strategically added to the contour which played with at least 6 of the holes. One of the holes was made into an island green which became the signature hole of Roda, Hole no. 7. The golf course is known to be an enjoyable challenge for all levels.
The clubhouse has an exquisite restaurant, the “Vive Roda” offering a gastronomic delight with a stunning view of the resort. La Roda also has a Golf Academy that caters to both junior and adult classes. It offers courses for beginners, for those wanting to perfect their game, and for competition-type training, depending on the golfer's needs. A pro shop and a rental facility for clubs, trolleys, electro-trolleys, and buggies. Within the premises is a driving range with covered bays and ample chipping and putting green.
La Roda is open for walk-in bookings as well as online bookings. There are several rate cards being offered depending on the walk-in type, online booking, time of day, and whether it is a high season or a low season. The low season would be the months of 1st December to 15th September. The high season runs from 16th September to 30th November. Memberships are also available offering unlimited rounds and the number of golf rounds in a year.
Apart from golf and hiking, La Roda has a private beach club accessible by a private water taxi at the Mar Menor Lagoon. Being part of the Costa Calida area, it is also recognized as a top world-class paradise for nautical sports lovers. Sports such as swimming, sailing and water skiing are popular in this place.
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