An Arthur Hills design, Palencia's championship golf course meanders through hardwood forests and along marshland preserves for beautiful scenery and topography. Hole three, called “Leaning Tree,” features a mature live oak whose main trunk reaches across the fairway and into the line of play. The Intracoastal serves as a stunning backdrop for greens six and sixteen. Strategic shot making is rewarded throughout the course, especially on the four unique and demanding par fives, including the ninth and eighteenth holes. The 7,100-yard layout respects the beauty and fragility of the natural environment and shares the landscape with the many native and migratory species. It is difficult to perceive where the golf course ends and nature begins. Palencia's course is designed with golfers of all abilities in mind. Whether you're practicing new techniques, working on a handicap, or just seeking occasional swing advice, the Club is equipped with a first-class teaching facility. It includes a driving range with a separate teaching tee and target greens plus a short game area with multiple bunkers.