By Phuket News Property · November 3, 2021
Phuket has become one of Southeast Asia’s most attractive destinations for golf enthusiasts. For many property buyers, access to high quality golf courses is an important lifestyle factor when choosing where to live. Several residential areas across the island offer convenient access to golf facilities, making them popular among both long-term residents and seasonal visitors.
Phuket’s appeal to golf-focused buyers
Golf contributes to the island’s strong lifestyle appeal. Buyers looking for a quiet residential environment often choose locations close to fairways, clubhouses and resort facilities. These neighbourhoods typically offer good infrastructure, established communities and convenient access to beaches and restaurants.
Golf courses and where they are located in and around Phuket
Phuket and the nearby Phang Nga coastline offer several established golf courses, each linked to different residential areas and lifestyles. Understanding where the courses are located can help buyers choose neighbourhoods that suit how often they plan to play and how they prefer to live.
Laguna Golf Phuket (Bang Tao/Laguna area)
Located within the Laguna resort area near Bang Tao and Layan, this course sits among resort hotels, lakes and residential projects. Buyers who want beach access, established infrastructure and a resort-style environment often look at homes in Bang Tao, Laguna and the surrounding area.
Red Mountain Golf Club (Kathu)
Set in former tin-mining terrain in Kathu, Red Mountain lies between Patong and Phuket Town. The Kathu area appeals to residents who want central access to shopping centres, international schools, hospitals and major roads.
Loch Palm Golf Club (Kathu)
Adjacent to Red Mountain, Loch Palm is also in the Kathu district. The surrounding neighbourhoods are popular with long-term residents who prefer a quieter environment while staying within a short drive of both the west coast and town.
Phuket Country Club (Kathu/Kathu-Patong corridor)
One of Phuket’s older courses, Phuket Country Club is centrally located and convenient for buyers who want quick access to malls, local markets and everyday amenities along the Kathu-Patong corridor.
Blue Canyon Country Club (near airport/Thalang)
With two 18-hole courses close to the airport, Blue Canyon is associated with the quieter northern part of the island. Buyers here often look at Thalang and the northern beaches when they prefer more space, lower density and easy access for frequent travel.
Mission Hills Phuket Golf Resort (east coast/Ao Po area)
Mission Hills is positioned on Phuket’s east coast, with views across Phang Nga Bay. The surrounding area is less developed than the west coast, appealing to buyers who value a quieter setting and proximity to marinas and boat facilities.
Aquella Golf & Country Club and nearby courses in Phang Nga
North of the Sarasin Bridge, Phang Nga province offers additional golf options, including Aquella Golf & Country Club along the coastline. Some buyers consider homes on this stretch of coast when they are comfortable living outside Phuket while still accessing the island’s facilities by car.
Property types around golf communities
Homes near golf courses range from condominiums and townhomes to larger villas. Some developments offer views over fairways or surrounding hillsides, while others provide direct access to club amenities. Buyers should consider factors such as road access, privacy, noise levels during peak playing hours and how community rules may affect property use.
Community atmosphere and lifestyle benefits
Living near a golf course often means being part of a well-maintained neighbourhood with landscaped surroundings. These areas tend to attract buyers who value outdoor activities, social facilities and a quieter residential environment. Many golf communities also offer fitness centres, dining options and pathways suitable for walking or cycling.
Practical considerations for buyers
Before purchasing a home near a golf course, buyers should review local zoning rules, confirm land and building rights, and assess long-term development plans in surrounding areas. As with any property in Thailand, legal due diligence is essential to ensure ownership rights are clear and the property complies with local regulations.
