TANUNDA PINES GOLF CLUB

Tanunda Pines Golf Club sits next to the Novotel Barossa Valley Resort, in the heart of the Barossa Valley. The course features a sandy loam base, resulting in well-packed fairways and fast greens

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Tanunda Pines Golf Club, nestled in the scenic Barossa Valley, provides an exceptional golfing experience. The 18-hole course features fast greens and well-kept fairways, thanks to recent enhancements by Balmoral Resort. Located near the Novotel Barossa Valley Resort, it offers both challenge and beauty. With its ongoing improvements, Tanunda Pines is a standout destination for golfers seeking golf and a stay in Adelaide’s premier wine region.

Founded: 1939

Course Architects: Unknown

Ranking: NA

Location: Barossa Valley 79km/60 mins from CBD

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CLUB AMENITIES AND FACILITIES

Tanunda Pines Golf Club in the Barossa Valley boasts excellent amenities, including a modern clubhouse with a pro shop, a well-maintained 18-hole course, and dining options. The club offers practice facilities, including a driving range and putting greens. Recent upgrades enhance the overall experience, ensuring a welcoming environment for all golfers.

Dining
Facilities

Pro Shop

Free
Parking

Locker
Room

Putting
Greens

Short Game
Areas

Driving Range

COURSE HISTORY

Since 1939, Tanunda Pines Golf Club has been at Pioneer Avenue, Rowland Flat. The course was extended in 1958 and hosted its first Pro-Am in 1979 with Wayne Grady and Ian Baker-Finch. A new clubhouse was built in the late '90s near the Novotel Barossa Valley Resort. Sold to Seven Under Pty Ltd in 2003, it was renamed Tanunda Pines and maintained high standards. In October 2022, Balmoral Resort (Australia) Pty Ltd took ownership and began significant upgrades.

Course Layout and Design

The course features a beautifully designed 18-hole course that balances challenge and playability. The layout takes advantage of the Barossa Valley’s natural terrain, with strategically placed hazards and well-maintained fairways. The course's fast greens and thoughtful design create an engaging experience for golfers of all skill levels.

Signature Holes

Tanunda Pines Golf Club's signature holes showcase the course’s unique charm.

Strategic play on the double dogleg par 5, 10th hole pays off. Big hitters can go for the green in two with a power fade followed by a draw. Beware of the green’s front left, which funnels balls toward the bunker. For back pin placements, approach by running the ball over the mound known locally as Mt. Albert.

Take a moment to catch your breath after the climb to the elevated tee of the par-3 13th hole, nestled among the gum trees. From here, you can enjoy sweeping views of the surrounding vineyards and the course stretching out below. Club selection is crucial due to the significant drop from tee to green. A miss to the right or left will present a challenging recovery—either from the sand on the right or the mounding on the left.

Course Conditions

Tanunda Pines Golf Club consistently maintains excellent course conditions. The fairways are lush and well-kept, while the greens are fast and true, providing a superb playing surface. Regular maintenance ensures that bunkers are well-groomed and hazards are clearly defined.

Tanunda Pines may lack the high quality of the private clubs in Adelaide, but it makes up for it with the charm of a quintessential ‘Aussie’ course with the unique aspect of playing alongside native bird and animal life, one hundred year old gum trees and views over Jacob’s Creek and St Hallett vineyards from several vantage points.