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Golf fans that are looking at luxury property for sale in Cyprus now have another reason to move to the Eastern Mediterranean Island. The new Elea Golf Club has recently opened near Paphos, and this 18-hole course, designed by the renowned Sir Nick Faldo, is already attracting attention. Golf.com, one of the largest golf websites in the world, has ranked Elea Golf club in its Top 10 International Golf Courses of 2010. The course has also been featured in the January 2011 issue of Golf World Magazine, a UK publication. Golf World called Elea Golf Club one of the world’s ‘most exciting new courses’.
The course, nearby to some of the most high-class luxury property for sale in Cyprus, spans an impressive 6,900 yards and is dotted with olive and carob trees , wild grasses, and other native Mediterranean flora. The course has been designated an environmental protected area, so that the butterflies, birds and lizards that make their home here can be safe.
Designer Sir Nick Faldo stated that the golf course will contribute to the establishment of Cyprus as a premier golf destination in Europe. He stresses that the successful golfer will master this course not with strength, but with thoughtfulness. ‘When we designed Elea Golf Club we decided to put the emphasis on thoughtful, rather than big-hitting, golf.” He says, “and there are plenty of strategic riddles for the golfer to explore and unravel over all 18 holes."
The neighbouring Elea Estate is a prime example of the type of luxury property for sale in Cyprus that is attracting international buyers. The deluxe terraces overlook the course, and are arranged in a small village style community with restaurants, shops, as well as a first-rate spa and health centre.
Memberships for the new golf course are only being offered in limited numbers. Members of Elea Golf Club will receive VIP privileges to the bar, locker rooms and private terrace. They will also have priority over preferential tee times and unlimited access to the golf academy. The Elea Golf Academy has a complete driving range, target greens, bunkers, and a putting green overlooking the entire course where professional coaches help dedicated golfers improve their technique.
Paphos is only eight kilometres from the international airport in Cyprus, and is a very desirable location for those searching for property for sale in Cyprus. The capital of the district of the same name, Paphos holds the country’s second largest airport. It is famous in myth and legend for being the mythical birthplace of Aphrodite, the Greek goddess of love and beauty. As the story goes, she emerged from a clamshell at the nearby seaside. The town of Paphos is consider by UNESCO to be worthy of inclusion on their list of cultural and national treasures. Best of all, this sun-kissed location receives more than three thousand hours of sunshine every year!
For those looking for luxury property for sale in Cyprus, now is the best time to invest. With the popularity of the new Elea Golf Club, this superb destination is only going to increase in demand. Property buyers can also be sure to enjoy great return on their investment in the years to come. Not only that, but they will also enjoy rounds of golf under the beautiful Mediterranean sun on one of the best courses in the world.
Theodore is the Co-Founder and Managing Editor of TravelDailyNews Media Network; his responsibilities include business development and planning for TravelDailyNews long-term opportunities.
