Choosing golf property can help to insulate investors from drops in the property market. We look at the best of what’s available around the country

CAMPOSOL, MAZARRON

Designed and built primarily as a residential development, Camposol is located close to Puerto de Mazarrón, a beautiful neighbourhood in the province of Murcia. This area is marked by its contrasting vistas over the mountains, fertile farmland and the sea. All kinds of activities are just minutes away, while the clubhouse, spa hotel, driving range, swimming pools and tennis courts provide diversion on-site. The 18-hole course is suitably challenging for the golf enthusiast, and a second 9-hole course was recently added. Camposol has excellent investment opportunities as well as plenty of resales ready to be snapped up. From €55,000 plus 7% tax.

MONTE MAYOR GOLF& COUNTRY CLUB

Described as ‘paradise nestled in the Andalucían countryside’ Monte Mayor has been designed with quality of life in mind. This low-density project consists of traditional townhouses and undeveloped plots for self-build villas. Although peace and privacy are key features of this development, the main costal road is just ten minutes’ drive away. All plots offer sea, golf, lake or mountain views or a combination thereof. The 900 acre private Monte Mayor Golf and Country Club boasts a luxury Clubhouse, spa facilities, nature trails, a horse riding centre, tennis club, helicopter pad and a challenging 18-hole golf course, all of which sit conveniently on your doorstep. Prices start at approximately €300, 000 for a 3000m2 plot.

www.carrington-estates.com

ATALAYA GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB, BENEHAVIS

This pioneering development in the Benahavís area consists only of detached luxury homes, each with its own plot of land. Views extend beyond the many golf courses in the area to the Mediterranean, as well as the rock of Gibraltar and the Sierra Blanca mountains. The Atalaya Golf and Country Club is the Headquarters of the P.G.A of Europe during the winter and host the Annual Team Championship. As you would expect, two 18-hole golf courses of par 72 are just a stone’s throw away, as are some of the finest practice facilities in southern Europe and one of the largest driving ranges on the coast. Property featured €285, 000.

www.southernspainhomes.com

COSTA ESURI GOLF RESORT, COSTA DE LA LUZ

Near the picturesque old town of Ayamonte, Costa Esuri is situated in the countryside but a direct connection to the motorway places it 5 minutes’ drive from Portugal, and within easy reach of links to the rest of Europe. The development comprises two international standard 18-hole golf courses, one five-star luxury hotel and two four-star hotels with exceptional facilities and entertainment. A deep-water yacht marina is planned, with excellent views across the river Guadiana. This development is perfectly placed for you to enjoy all that the Costa de la Luz and the Algarve have to offer. Prices from €111,000.

www.spanishalgarveproperties.com

MEDINA ELVIRA

Lying at the foot of the Sierra Nevada mountain range and just 10 minutes’ drive from the historical city of Granada, Medina Elvira certainly has location on its side. Situated in national park land with top ski resort, Sierra Nevada, just 25 minutes’ drive away and the beaches of Costa Tropical just half an hour from the resort, there is year round rental potential. Among many lavish features, Medina Elvira boasts an 18-hole course, equestrian centre, and a bilingual private school on-site. Luxury penthouses and apartments enjoy stunning panoramic views as well as the use of private facilities. From €150,000.

www.penisulapm.com

Read the full article in our August 2009 issue.