Bonville Golf Resort
Bonville Golf Resort is a lush, tropical-style golf paradise set among 200 acres of manicured gardens, towering trees, and sparkling waterways on the New South Wales mid-north coast. It’s widely considered one of Australia’s most beautiful golf courses, but even non-golfers will love the serene walking paths, abundant birdlife, and the chance to stay in a luxury villa overlooking the fairways.
Highlights & What to See
- Championship Golf Course: An 18-hole, par-72 course that winds through rainforest, lakes, and rolling greens. Even if you don’t play, the scenery is spectacular.
- Clubhouse Dining: Enjoy a meal or drink on the expansive deck with panoramic course views – the seafood platter is a local favourite.
- Gardens & Walking Trails: Explore the resort’s subtropical gardens, home to more than 20,000 trees, 5,000 palms, and abundant bird species.
- Accommodation: Stay in self-contained villas or hotel rooms, many with direct course access and private balconies.
- Pro Shop & Lessons: Pick up gear or book a lesson with one of the resident pros – suitable for all skill levels.
Suggested Time to Spend
Golfers should allow a full day for 18 holes plus lunch at the clubhouse. Non-golfers can enjoy the grounds and a meal in 2–3 hours. If you’re staying overnight, a weekend makes a relaxing escape from the coast.
Nearby Areas Worth Combining
- Coffs Harbour – 20 minutes north, with beaches, the Big Banana, and the Solitary Islands Coastal Walk.
- Port Macquarie – 30 minutes south, offering the Koala Hospital, historic town centre, and Hastings River cruises.
- Bellingen – 30 minutes west, a creative hinterland town known for its arts, markets, and the Bellinger River.
- Dorrigo National Park – 45 minutes west, with ancient rainforest, waterfalls, and the Skywalk lookout.
- Sawtell – 15 minutes north, a charming beach village with a great café scene and patrolled swimming.
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Image credits
- Port Macquarie — Inas / CC0
- Coffs Harbour — Paul Lakin / CC BY 3.0
- Bellingen — Wikistellar01 / CC BY-SA 4.0
- Dorrigo National Park — Cgoodwin / CC BY-SA 3.0
- Sawtell — JaredMcKenzie / CC0