Golf Close to Home: Two Ways to Tee Off Near Paerata Rise
Living at Paerata Rise means having plenty of ways to get outdoors, and for golfers, there are some particularly good reasons to keep the clubs close at hand. Whether your ideal weekend involves a full round on the fairways, working on your swing or a little friendly competition over a putter, there are options close to home for experienced golfers, beginners and families alike.
A local favourite: Pukekohe Golf Club
Just a short drive from Paerata Rise, Pukekohe Golf Club has long been part of the local golfing landscape. Set amongst mature trees, lakes and established fairways, the course offers an enjoyable challenge for players of different experience levels. It is the kind of place where you can settle in for 18 holes, sharpen your game or simply enjoy a few hours outside in the Franklin countryside.
The golfing experience does not have to finish at the 18th hole:
- Parklands Café, Bar & Eatery: The clubhouse offers a relaxed place to catch up over a meal or drink while taking in views across the greens.
- Coaching & Practice Facilities: For golfers looking to improve their game, the club also has a well-stocked Pro Shop, professional coaching and a golf simulator, making practice possible whatever the weather.
- Membership Options for All: With a range of membership options as well as opportunities for visitors to play, it is worth rediscovering if it has been a while since your last round.
Looking for a different kind of putting challenge?
Not every golf outing needs a scorecard and four hours on the course. For Paerata Rise residents looking for something a little more casual, The Iron Yard offers another way to enjoy the game, and it is right here in Paerata.
Designed as a place to play, practise and spend time together, The Iron Yard combines a driving range and mini golf with the Hidden Café, making it an easy option for a family outing, a catch-up with friends or some extra practice between rounds.
The mini golf course brings out just enough friendly competition to keep everyone interested, whether you are introducing the kids to putting or settling a long-running family rivalry. More serious golfers can head to the driving range to work on their swing, while lessons, club fitting and a retail range of golfing equipment and accessories are also available.
And if golf is only part of the plan, grabbing a coffee and something to eat at the café makes it just as easy to stay a little longer.
More ways to enjoy life locally
One of the pleasures of living at Paerata Rise is having recreation and experiences close to home. For golfers, that might mean an early tee time at Pukekohe Golf Club followed by lunch at the clubhouse. For families, it could be an afternoon of mini golf and a coffee at The Iron Yard. And for anyone determined to finally straighten out that drive, there is always another bucket of balls.
However seriously you take your golf, there is plenty nearby to keep your game, and the friendly competition, going.