Limassol Greens

The 18th at Limassol Greens provides a fittingly exacting finish, bending around a natural lake towards a long, narrow green where the approach needs both distance control and a clear plan. It follows a demanding closing stretch, with the par five 16th usually played into the wind and the par three 17th placing a premium on precision. Cabell Robinson’s 6,890 yard championship course has broad Bermuda grass fairways, but there is little licence for careless golf once the approach shots begin. Deep pot bunkers and boldly shaped greens make good positioning from the tee important, while the prevailing wind gives the round a changing rhythm. The opening five holes tend to face the breeze, before holes 6 to 11 turn downwind. Holes 5 and 6 pass through natural wetland with forest alongside, and ponds, olive trees and carob trees add definition throughout. The sandy forms of nearby Lady’s Mile have informed much of the course’s appearance, giving the layout a distinctly Cypriot character rather than a standard resort look.

A 30 bay driving range makes it easy to loosen up properly before a round, with 15 bays equipped with Trackman technology. After returning the buggy at the designated drop off, the clubhouse sits on a gentle rise above the course, looking over the range, forest and Salt Lake. The Roost Lounge Bar serves street food inspired dishes daily, along with weekend brunch, and makes a relaxed spot for a drink after golf. Limassol Salt Lake borders the resort to the south, while Lady’s Mile beach is close by for an easy change of scene once the clubs are away.