In construction some areas of the land were extremely unstable, making them impossible to work on. In some cases the rock was extremely hard, and others it was soft clay. This placed many restrictions on the original designs. However in some respects the flatter sites can be more difficult to design because there are no limitations and very few features to work with. This is meant to be a fun course yet still full of challenge for players of all abilities, it was never intended to be a Championship Course although I would of course be delighted if it was considered in the long term to be a venue for such an event. This course is another great opportunity for the members to play enjoyable golf as well as fulfilling the desire of La Zagaleta SL to provide an additional attraction for purchasing a villa within the secure grounds.

Heading off towards the par 5, first hole we pass the driving range, a feature which was overlooked on the first course, as Steve points out. The driving range was a very important requirement to the members, as on their existing range you can knock a 5 iron over the back. The range I have designed is 260 meters carry to the back, and contains two golf holes within it - including bunkers. From the tees players are able to practice driving onto a fairway, with two greens which recreate a par 4 and a par 3 hole.

The back of the driving range falls away like an infinity pool leaving mountain vistas in the distance, and Steve has carefully placed rocks to link the relationship between the near and distant views. Every part of the design has obviously been intricately thought through, and whilst it may not be the normal brief that Steve would ideally work on, he has clearly become passionate about it.