Monday 21 October 2013

The Charm



One of the reasons I play golf and one of the reasons I play as many courses as possible is that no two courses are the same. Each course has its own feel and unique identity. The charm of courses most often lies in the way each course reflects the specific history, character and physical environment of the local area.

Recently I played at Tarras Golf Club, a Central Otago course that must be about as unique as they come. A course that many people pass, but few ever get to play. The Tarras Golf Club is located 15 minutes from Cromwell, 20 minutes from Wanaka and is possibly the country’s most inland course.

A serious test for any golfer, the nine-hole course at Tarras has charm to burn.



Intrinsic Information.

18 holes – Par 72 - 5445 meters.
$15 green fees to be paid into an honesty box behind the first tee.
The opening and closing of 34 gates.
Advanced green protection.
Organic fertilizer.
36 merino sheep ( seasonally adjusted ).
6 water race crossings.
Sweeping views to the St Bathans, Pisa and Dunstan Ranges.
4 crossings of State Highway 8.
Tee markers made from recycled clubs.
Upward of 30 vineyards within a half hour drive.



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