Oceanico Pinhal Golf

This was the second golf course built in Vilamoura and inaugurated in 1976, having originally been designed by Frajdddnk Pennink, the architect of the nearby Vilamoura Old Course.

Several refinements were incorporated over the years, the most significant one by Robert Trent Jones Sr. in 1985. It is typified by rolling parkland terrain covered with numerous umbrella and Atlantic pines that line many of the fairways and a few even stand out on fairways or near greens.

Ponds and a stream come into play on five holes but are not serious threats to above-average golfers. To keep up with modern technical advances in clubs and balls, several holes have recently been lengthened and the par-72 course now measures 6,353 metres off the white tee markers.

The clubhouse was completely renovated and modernised at the turn of the millennium and from the large verandah one can enjoy a panoramic view over the excellent driving range and practice facilities.

Course Facilities

Clubhouse

Golf Shop

Driving Range

Putting Green

Bar/Restaurant

Buggy Bar

Valet Service

RULES

Every player must have his own bag of clubs.
Single players are allowed on the golf courses during less busy periods, subject to starter’s decision.
Club bags and trolleys are not allowed on the greens.
Buggies are not allowed on the tees, greens and avant-greens.
Only two players and two club bags are allowed per buggy.
Dogs are not allowed in the Clubhouse or on the grounds of the golf course.
Softspikes are mandatory at all courses
Children under 12 are not allowed on the golf course unless specifically authorized by the golf course manager.
Practice is only allowed within the practice areas.
Putting areas cannot be used for pitching.
Handicap certificates are required.

ETIQUETTE

Bathing attire, jeans, T-shirts, sleeveless tops and training shoes are not allowed in the Clubhouse, on the practice areas and the golf course itself. Shirts must be worn at all times.
Dress code must include trousers or tailor shorts, polo shirts and golf shoes and socks.
Single players should give way to groups.
Any group with a free hole ahead should give way to the next group.
The players looking for a lost ball should give way to the next group if the ball is not found quickly.
During busy periods, the players should mark the ball on greens PAR 3 so that the next group can tee off.
When finished on a hole the players should leave the green immediately.
In the interest of all, the game should go on without delay. So please:
Prepare your ball, tee and tee club in advance
Do not leave your trolley too far from the green or in the wrong direction for the following tee.
Do not mark your scorecard on the no green.
Do not make more strokes than necessary to score when playing Stableford.
Before leaving a bunker please make sure you leave it as smooth as you found it.
Please repair the divots on the fairways.
Please repair the pitch and spikes marks on the greens.
Greens and fairways should not be damaged by clubs tests.
Please follow the instructions for buggies usage.

RECOMMENDATIONS

Do not leave money, valuables or golf equipment in the locker rooms or in the car.
The golf course management declines any responsibility for loss of and/or damage to valuables, personal effects or golf equipment.