Nestled
in the valleyed northwestern section of St. Croix, is the
Laurence Rockefeller built,
Robert Trent Jones-designed Carambola Golf Course. Since
opening thirty years ago, the Carambola has been awarded a
gold medal by GOLF magazine for being one of the finest golf
resorts in the world and has been given a four-star
rating by Golf Digest.
The par-70 course winds through a deep valley, full of water
hazards in the form of spring-fed lakes. Bright tropical foliage
makes for an exotic appeal. The rolling terrain and nearly
100 bunkers provide a stern test for the accomplished golfer,
but four sets of tee markers and ample landing areas make
Carambola a golf course players of all skill levels can enjoy.
In
addition to the 26 quaint two-story red-roofed villas of the
Westin Carambola Beach Resort, facilities for golfers include
an expanded clubhouse, a practice putting green, a driving
range and full-time golf pro, Greg McCulloch. The pro shop
has rental clubs and lockers.
Carambola's New York Deli serves super sandwiches and
salads at lunchtime daily, catering to golfers and golf widows
alike. Sunday Brunch is an island institution.
Greens fees are $84.00 pperson for 18 holes and 18 Hole Cart
Fee (optional) is $16.00 pperson. After 2 PM, the price drops
to $65.00 pperson (including cart). 10 play Coupon book $660.00
(including cart).
Rental Clubs $25.00
No rental shoes available
Route 80, at Davis Bay. Tel. 340-778-3800 or 340-778-0797
for the Carambola Golf Villas.
