Feature Course
Description | Unveiled in 1992, Cypress Lakes was designed by Steve Smyers of Florida. Each tee and green offers stunning panoramic views of the Hunter Valley's famous vineyards and the surrounding Brokenback mountain range. This championship layout boasts dramatic fairways shapes and elevation changes, 60 strategically located bunkers and generous greens that are in superb condition year round. Significant golf course infrastructure investment by the Oaks Hotels group is quickly catapulting Cypress Lakes to the top of must play resort destinations in Australia. Ranked #59 by Golf Australia and #57 by the 2023 GOLF Course Guide. Neat dress code (no denim). Bookings essential. |
Address |
15 Thompsons Road
Pokolbin NSW 2320 Australia |
Golf Phone | (02) 4993 1899 |
Fax | (02) 4993 1524 |
golfcypresslakes@theoaksgroup.com.au | |
Website | www.cypresslakes.com.au |
PGA Professional | Scott Cubis |
Hire | Clubs $50, $25 nine holes, Shoes $10, Carts (include state of the art Visage GPS systems giving live measurement and layout data on your personal in cart display and electronic scoring) |
Practice | Practice facilities, golf lessons, driving range (bucket balls $10 small, $20 large) |
Club House | Recently renovated Oak and Vine restaurant & bar, bistro 7am - 9pm, pools, spa & tennis courts |
Green Fees | Fri to Sun $140pp incl. cart with Visage GPS, Mon-Thurs excl pub hols $110pp incl. cart with Visage GPS. |
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Course information sourced from the 2025 edition of The GOLF Course Guide, Click here for details
Course | CYPRESS LAKES |
Holes | 18 |
Length | 6487 |
The GOLF Course Guide Rank | 62 |
Designer | Steve Smyers |
Located in the beautiful wine district of the Hunter Valley, Cypress Lakes is a picturesque 6,487 metre par 72 18-hole championship golf course and is ranked among the top resort courses in Australia.
Unveiled in 1992, Cypress Lakes was designed by Steve Smyers of Florida. From the Black championship markers, the layout is a length of 6,467m par 72, but reduces to 5,520m from the men’s White tees with the ladies facing a distance of 5,216m.
Each tee and green offers stunning panoramic views of the Hunter Valley’s famous vineyards and the surrounding Brokenback mountain range.
This Championship layout boasts dramatic fairways shapes and elevation changes, 60 strategically located bunkers and generous greens that are in superb condition year round.
Significant golf course infrastructure investment by the Oaks Hotels group is quickly catapulting Cypress Lakes to the top of must play resort destinations in Australia. Taking over in October 2013, the Oaks Group has invested in new course machinery and irrigation. With the help of highly respected Course Superintendent Craig Malloy the course and has been transformed and is looking and playing at its very best.
To add to the golfer’s enjoyment, a new fleet of Visage GPS carts is now available and a resident PGA Professional James Harris is on hand for advice, lessons and to look after all guests needs.
GREEN FEES & ONLINE BOOKINGS
Cypress Lakes golf course is open to the general public and resort guests 7 days per week with reserved times for members on Wednesday and Saturday.
Online bookings are available through our booking page (CLICK HERE) or by simply calling the Golf shop on (02) 4993 1555 (ext 2) or email golfcypresslakes@theoaksgroup.com.au. The golf shop is open from 6:30am until Dusk 7 days per week.
PLAY and STAY
Nestled in the Hunter Valley’s picturesque hinterland surroundings, Cypress Lakes Resort by Oaks Hotels & Resorts promises a tranquil and indulgent escape, ideal for a leisurely holiday with family and friends, golfing break, memorable wedding, bachelorette and bucks party, or unique conferencing experience.
Coupling luxury, self-contained villa accommodation in one, two and three bedroom configurations with thoughtful in-room appointments and elegant furnishings, each apartment features a modern kitchen, fireplace, spacious living and dining areas and private balcony overlooking the resort’s verdant bushland and 18-hole championship golf course.
Play and stay packages are available through our central reservations office and can be contacted by calling 1300 886 091
RESTAURANT & BAR
Explore, experience and be entertained. Welcome to a world-class food lover’s destination.
When you escape to Australia’s premiere and oldest wine producing region, you can expect that the art of wining and dining has been perfected by years of experience and dedication. This is where your tastebuds will be teased and tantalised by over 50 vineyards, cheese making factories, olive grove farms and a stunning selection of restaurants sprinkled around the lush picturesque Hunter Valley region.
Our recently renovated restaurant Bodega Restaurant and Bar, enjoy relaxed all day dining for guests and visitors with spectacular views overlooking the lake and golf course. Select a bottle of your favourite Hunter Valley wine from our extensive wine cellar whilst enjoying the alfresco dining.
Indulge your senses in a full country style buffet breakfast in our new Bodega Restaurant, whilst experiencing the stunning views of the lake and golf course before heading out on your daily activities. Bodega is open for breakfast daily from 7.00am to 10.00am weekdays and 7.00am – 10.30am weekends and Public Holidays.