Hotel Napoleon, Fontainebleau Centre. 57 rooms, 3*
The history of the hotel has merged over the centuries with that of the
royal and imperial town in which it is situated. Full of charm,
elegantly decorated rooms, lovely courtyard garden, providing outdoor
dining in the summer. A cosy bar, and all just a short walk from the
historic buildings and forest. Choose a green-fee per night of your
stay from among the six given below, all are within a convenient drive
of the hotel
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Le Domaine et Golf de Vaugouard -- 5,917m Par 72
Lying south of the Fontainebleau forest about an hour's drive south
of Paris and bordered to the south by the Loire, this refined 18th
century chateau can offer a complete stay. Some rooms are in the
chateau iteslf, others in the beautifully reastored farmhouse. Braserie
and bar food at lunchtime and in the evening fine dining in Les Saules
restarant or on the terrace. The estate offers plenty of outdoor
activities, inclunding swimming, tennis, mountain biking, horse riding
and has a modest health club with sauna. There is plenty too see and do
in this historic region, chateaux and churches, gardens and museums
await the curious visitor
The Golf course is set
amongst the estate's mature woodland of Oaks and Willows, Maples and
Cyprusses. Dating from 1987, its design works harmoniously with the
landscape, undulating in parts and with some natural water hazards.
Unlimited golf is available to residents in certain packages
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Golf L'Empereur
Genappe. 6157m, Par 72
Landscape: Undulating, rolling plains
Description: Opened in 1989, making the most of the existing landscape for the views. Many elevated greens, most are well protected by bunkers.
Buggies: A few buggies & electric trolleys for hire
Facilities: Driving range, clubhouse serving good food,snacks and full meals, in ancient farmhouse setting, terrace in summer. Well stocked, but expensive 'Pro-shop'. Adjacent
swimming pool complex.
Our view: Any of these courses, in combination with the others makes for an ideal short-break destination. We found good and friendly service everywhere, all the facilities the visiting golfer could wish for
Golf d'Hulencort
Genappe. 6215m, Par 72
Landscape: Gently rolling countryside. Much newly planted.
Description: Large, undulating greens and generous fairways. Excellent maintenance. Rossi [designed Belle Dune, Picardy] who knows how to use the environment. Has added lakes and elevated tees to increase interest.
Buggies: Buggies and pull trolleys for hire
Facilities: Driving range and full practice facility.Clubhouse serving snacks and full meals, terrace in summer, all set in historic manor and farm buildings. Air of a 'gentleman's club'. Separate dining room, if required for groups. Boutique.
Out view: Any of these courses, in combination with the others makes for an ideal short-break destination. We found good and friendly service everywhere, all the facilities the visiting golfer could wish for
Sept Fontaines GC
Le Chateau 6066m, Par 72
Landscape: Parkland. Many magnificent mature trees
Description: Could be said to be the 'championship' course of the two. Hosts many competitions. Rossi design, opened in 1987 has a lovely finishing hole.
Buggies: A few buggies and pull trolleys for hire
Facilities: Beautiful château clubhouse, with tasteful modern touches. Proshop. Excellent practice facilities plus short 9 holes.
Our view: Any of these courses, in combination with the others makes for an ideal short-break destination. We found good and friendly service everywhere, all the facilities the visiting golfer could wish for.
La Foret. 4870m, Par 69
Landscape: Parkland. Many magnificent mature trees
Description: Shorter course. Lovely setting. Complements the longer 18, same architect, but opened 3 years later. Enjoy lovely landscapes, on your way round.
Buggies: A few buggies and pull trolleys for hire
Facilities: Beautiful château clubhouse, with tasteful modern touches. Proshop. Excellent practice facilities plus short 9 holes.
Our view: Any of these courses, in combination with the others makes for an ideal short-break destination. We found good and friendly service everywhere, all the facilities the visiting golfer could wish for.
Chateau de Tournette GC
English. 6024m, Par 71
Landscape: Rolling parkland, set within a mature forest
Description: Designed by M. Hawtree in 1988. Many 'signature' features of the family designs, wide fairways, but watch out for all the trees!
Buggies: Buggies and pull trolleys for hire
Facilities: Impressive white- washed walls form courtyard around which all the club's buildings stand. Every facility, including clubhouse restaurant, terrace and meeting rooms. Full practice faclities, too
Our view: Any of these courses, in combination with the others makes for an ideal short-break destination. We found good and friendly service everywhere, all the facilities the visiting golfer could wish for.
American. 6031m, Par 72
Landscape: Parkland, but numerous lakes
Description: Undulating and a real challenge, if it's windy. Makes the most of the landscape. Upgraded by Alliss & Clark in 1991.
Buggies: Buggies and pull trolleys for hire
Facilities: Impressive white-washed walls form courtyard around which all the club's buildings stand. Every facility, including clubhouse restaurant, terrace and meeting rooms. Full practice faclities, too.
Our view: Any of these courses, in combination with the others makes for an ideal short-break destination. We found good and friendly service everywhere, all the facilities the visiting golfer could wish for.
Golf du Bercuit
5931m, Par 72
Landscape: Tree-lined, some undulations, smart residential area.
Description: Several steeply undulating holes, but this is a course of real quality, in excellent condition. R.Trent-Jones designed in 1965. The best golfers will enjoy their 18 holes here
Buggies: Buggies & pull trolleys for hire
Facilities: Fully equipped clubhouse, restaurant, terrace and outdoor swimming pool
Our view: We love the feel of the area and are impressed by the high level of maintenance. Worth paying the extra to play here.
Golf du Mont Garni.
6352m, Par 74
Landscape: Parkland, flat
Description: This course lies mainly within trees, easy walking, but long. 4 holes are more open, set in front of the clubhouse.
Buggies: Limited buggies
Facilities: Charming, Anglo-Norman half-timbered clubhouse, a wedding gift to the current owner!
Out view: Well-maintained. Welcoming ambience
Golf Club de Pierpoint.
6207m, Par 72
Landscape: Open landscape, close to the Waterloo monument
Description: 18 holes and a compact 5-hole adjacent to practice facilities. The course is quite open to the elements, and the difficulty will depend on the weather. The undulating greens are well guarded, so precise play is required to score well.
Buggies: Limited buggies, pull trolleys for hire
Facilities: 18 rooms can be rented within the converted farmhouse buildings surrounding the clubhouse. Groups catered for, as residents
Our view: Very friendly set-up, used to international clientele.
Royal Waterloo G C,
La Manche 6235m, Par 73
Landscape: Wooded and parkland
Description: These 18 holes, plus 9, LE BOI HEROS, were designed in 1959 by Hawtree. The main course has wide, undulating fairways, all very well maintained.The 9 are short, set in a rolling woodland setting.
Buggies: Buggies and pull trolleys for hire
Facilities: Full clubhouse facilities, magnificent terrace and views over the courses.
Our view: We loved the woodland holes. Note: during 2005, 9 holes will be under repair at any one time, for green replacement works
Le Lion 6215m, Par 72
Landscape: Parkland
Description: Paul Rolin, the Belgian architect responsible for Les Dunes at Hardelot, completed his design in 1985, making very good use of the sweeping landscape. Very little water.
Buggies: Buggies and pull trolleys for hire
Facilities: Full clubhouse facilities, magnificent terrace and views over the courses.
Our view: Not available at weekends, when members play. See comments under La Marache.
La Golf du Chateau de la Bawette.
6076m, Par 72andscape: In grounds of a privately-owned chateau.
Description: Wide, rolling countryside, some undulation. Set within wooded plains and valleys, some water to contend with!
Buggies: Buggies and pull trolleys for hire
Facilities: Modern clubhouse. Chateau remains private. 9 hole beginners' course
Our view: A members' club. Closed on Mondays. Bound to challenge. Not recommended for 'seniors'.
Golf la Bruyere.
6174m, Par 72
Landscape: Converted from farmland in 1987
Description: Typical of this region, the open aspect of these broad fairways creates their interest. The course is surrounded by woodland and very few hills.
Buggies: Buggies and pull trolleys for hire
Facilities: The family chateau in part houses the friendly clubhouse
Our view: Suits all level of golfer. Also a 9 hole practice course.
Golf Club del Louvain-la-Neuve.
6226m, Par 72
Landscape: Flat and reasonably exposed
Description: An open landscape, pleasant course, suitable for all levels of golfer, but long. Many bunkers and water hazards, especially on the inward 9 holes
Buggies: Buggies and pull trolleys for hire
Facilities: Choice of two restaurants, one in the clubhouse and the other an Italian, by the practice range.Clubhouse backing onto lovely woods.
Our view: Suits all level of golfer. Also a training centre with 4 practice holes.
Golf Club de Rigenee.
6450m, Par 73
Landscape: Flat and quite exposed
Description: This long course is punctuated by clumps of trees and plenty of water.The membership has given rise to future professionals, proving that you should not be fooled by the course's apparent simplicity.
Buggies: Free trollies, buggies to hire
Facilities: Friendly, members' style clubhouse, catering well for visitors.
Our view: A welcoming, family-owned club. 9 hole training course
