Zagaleta New Course: Exclusive Golf in Nature’s Lap

Zagaleta, an exclusive residential golf resort up in the hills of Marbella, covering almost 900 hectares of beautiful natural hills and valleys. Situated in a magnificent location overlooking the sea and just ten minutes from Marbella, it stands as Europe’s finest residential gated community, defined by utmost privacy, security, and exceptional service.

Owning a luxury property here opens up an unparalleled quality of living. Each home is set in pristine natural surroundings, offering spectacular views that embrace the mountains with sunsets, and the immensity of the Mediterranean sea with refresing sunrises, and our two verdant golf courses (the private Zagaleta Old Course and the Zagaleta New Course).

Relaxation is a true way of life here. To provide five-star recreation, our elegant Clubhouses, first-class equestrian facilities, and beautiful trails are always on hand, with the many wonders of the Costa del Sol right on your doorstep.

La Zagaleta New Course, offers one of the most exceptional and private golf experience in Marbella. Inaugurated in 2005 and designed by Gaunt & Marnoch, this Par 70 course beautifully merges golf with nature, ensuring the holes blend seamlessly into the surroundings. The new course Los Barrancos is a private golf environment designed specifically for those who value space, silence, rhythm, and challenges, while providing a peaceful experience without crowds, pressure, or outside exposure.

For those looking to plan a luxury golf break, we recommend exploring the exclusive luxury rental villas within La Zagaleta, which offer the perfect blend of luxury, privacy, and world-class amenities just minutes from the course.

The wide fairways surrounded by palm trees and native species provide a unique experience, while the magnificent location on the mountainside offers stunning views of the Spanish mountains. Los Barrancos is carved into the landscape, surrounded by protected nature, with dramatic elevation changes and panoramic views. You don’t feel like you’re playing a course — you feel like you’re moving through the land. The course’s playable layout, together with its first-class facilities and social club, make it a popular option for repeat visits.

It is a challenging yet stunningly beautiful course. Some advices and tips about the course in advanced would be were invaluable. The first hole, where you have to cross a hillside from the first shot, already tells you a lot about what you are going to find along the way.

The golf course is set in a valley and has lots of scenic views. The holes have steep elevation changes and, coupled with the tight fairways, are very challenging for all but the low handicappers.  Traditional type bunkers are strategically placed and the course, with its rolling fairways, also provides many opportunities to hit the ball way over the protected barrancos, or gullies, to the large undulating greens beyond.

In addition to the exceptional golfing experience at Zagaleta New Course, the luxurious villas of Marbella Mountain Resorts offer the perfect retreat for those seeking the finest in Mediterranean living. Villa Magda and Villa Bambola, nestled in the hills, provide stunning views of the surrounding mountains and sea. These properties boast spacious interiors, private pools, and state-of-the-art amenities, ensuring that residents enjoy a lifestyle of both elegance and relaxation. With their proximity to the Zagaleta golf courses, they offer the ideal location for golf enthusiasts.

A short distance away, Villa Palo Alto, and Villa Mirador, present equally stunning options, each with its unique design and breathtaking views. These villas combine luxury with the tranquility of nature, making them perfect for those who appreciate privacy while staying close to Zagaleta’s world-class Clubhouse and recreational facilities. Whether for a weekend escape or a permanent home, these villas provide a seamless blend of sophistication and convenience.

Discover the appeal of luxury golf holidays in southern Spain with private villa living, exceptional weather and the freedom of an extended stay. A more refined way to experience golf travel — combining beautiful courses, time outdoors, villa comfort and the pleasure of sharing the experience as a couple. For international guests looking to discover new fairways, enjoy the rhythm of the game and make the most of southern Spain’s climate, this is a destination designed for longer, more rewarding stays. At Marbella Mountain Resorts, we create private luxury villa stays for guests who want more than a standard golf trip.

Our approach combines exceptional holiday homes, tailored hospitality and access to some of the most desirable golf environments in southern Spain, making each stay feel relaxed, elegant and personal. For travellers seeking sunshine, sport and a beautiful base from which to explore the region’s golf lifestyle, southern Spain offers one of Europe’s most compelling settings.

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