Sydneysiders have been visiting the Southern Highlands for over a hundred years. Today, its charm is more powerful than ever. Quaint and historic and just a 90-minute drive from the state capital, the region's architecture, abundant trees, and hilly backdrops have an idyllic appeal. The Gibraltar Country Club - located in the town of Bowral - is a modern adaption of this classic New South Wales holiday experience.
Though the club is 60 years, a major redevelopment in the late 2000s saw Gibraltar Country Club focus on accommodation. The modern hotel has a restaurant usually full of local residents, a popular wedding venue, as well as relaxing pool and spa facilities at the hotel.
Gibraltar Country Club is, of course, also a golf course. At just over 5,000 meters, it is short by modern standards for an 18 hole course. Relevant to the holidaymaking atmosphere of Gibraltar, all players can have a great round on the course. Its shorter length works to an advantage: it won't disadvantage those new to the game while making experienced golfers adapt. Hole 6 is the best example of this. A water hazard crosses the fairway and without the space for a powerful drive, means the usual powerful drive can't be employed to cross it. This is all about placement.
Gibraltar is a fine, challenging course with scenery reminiscent of the classic British courses. The Gibraltar Country Club's hotel and restaurant bring in visitors on their own merits and for keen or curious golfers, its course is a fantastic reason to see why so many people have holidayed in Bowral for generations.
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