This is what golf holidays are all about. Enjoyable and demanding golf, played in a beautiful setting. Beware though, you must have a golf insurance to play here.
AT A GLANCE
Golf courses
One of Western France’s best courses, this is a tough course in a perfect golfing location. The front 9 weave through pine forests whilst the second 9 run along the beach making this a varied experience.
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Saint Jean de Monts (Golf Club de Saint Jean de Monts)
Renowned as one of the best courses in western France, this cracking links is located in ideal golfing terrain right on the coast. The first 9 holes run through the pine woods protecting you from the sea winds however, there are some tricky, well positioned bunkers to negotiate along the way. The final 9 holes run alongside the ocean where traditional links characteristics come into play on a more regular basis.
Accommodation
The nearest hotel is the magnificent 4* golf resort Hôtel du Golf International La Baule. You also have the choice of staying in the 4* Cottages de La Bretesche or indeed the luxury 4* Hôtel La Bretesche.
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Where you can stay
Hotel du Golf International de La Baule
Located on the edge of the Briere Regional National Park, this superb hotel offers luxury suites, all overlooking either the golf or the outdoor pool. Their well-reputed restaurant, ‘Le Green’, serves hearty cuisine using only the finest local produce which is complemented by a warm and friendly atmosphere.
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Hotel de La Bretesche
This is a luxurious and elegant 4* hotel in 200 hectares of parkland populated by ancient trees. There are bright spacious rooms, excellent dining facilities and great leisure facilities.
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Les Cottages de La Bretesche
Les Cottages de La Bretesche are a number of 1 and 2 bedroom modern self-catering cottages. Some have views over the golf whilst others are set in the tranquillity of the forest. Idyllic.
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There is a well stocked pro-shop onsite as well as a nice clubhouse.
Location
St Jean de Monts, Western Loire (1 hour 25 mins from La Baule)
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