The Course
The Hills, opened in 2007, is set over 101 hectares (250 acres) of former deer farm on the outskirts of Arrowtown in Central Otago. The Mill race winds its way through the property and feeds the ten lakes and various ponds and waterways on the golf course. Trees, both native and exotic, are a feature of the course.
The wetland area have been expanded, planted out with varieties of New Zealand flax, toetoe, the ubiquitous cabbage tree and wetland grasses and reeds. More than 50,000 red and silver tussock plants create a spectacular visual statement. Winter snow and frost conditions provide the ideal climate to grow fine grasses preferred for modern day golf.
The Clubhouse
The Hills Clubhouse designed by Andrew Patterson of Patterson Associates Ltd, was a supreme award winner, in the prestigious 2008 New Zealand Institute of Architects Resene Awards for Architecture. The complex has been shortlisted as a finalist in the inaugural World Architecture Festival in Barcelona in October.
A sophisticated bunker with less than a quarter of it above ground, the Clubhouse is designed to seamlessly integrate with the landscape. The innovative roof is topped with native tussock and the large floor to ceiling windows and covered deck provide a grandstand view of the 18th green.
The Wellness Centre
Showcases elegant and contemporary spa therapy rooms where the emphasis is on pure indulgence! Open to the public the Centre caters to both men and women providing massages from sports deep tissue to aroma therapy. We use only exclusive, internationally renowned products and offer facials, waxing, tinting, manicures and pedicures. The Wellness Centre is a total experience where you will be nurtured and pampered by our professional therapist team in a luxurious environment.
The Gym
Our purpose- built gymnasium features state-of-the-art equipment specifically designed and custom made for The Hills. Traditional training and weight machines are incorporated, along with the revolutionary PowerPlate, which offers an effective and fast workout, using accelerated training technology. The PowerPlate has a vital role in total wellness and its many benefits include improved muscle tone and body strength, circulation and flexibility. Our highly qualified personal trainer provides assessments and personal programmes and regular yoga classes are offered to members.