December 2015: PGA Catalunya Resort has been named as Best Golf Development Europe at the International Property Awards held at the London Marriott Hotel Grosvenor Square in Mayfair on 7th December 2015. For the second year, PGA Catalunya Resort competed against Europe's most accomplished developments to receive this recognition.

The award had been received by the resort for the second year running while in September,  PGA Catalunya Resort was also awarded Best Golf Course Spain and Best Architecture Single Residence Spain The judging panel consisted of over 70 experts from all over the world including Andrew Panting, Director of Operations for the British Property Federation, Peter Bolton King, Global Residential Director of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and was chaired by two active members of the House of Lords: Lord Caithness and Lord Best.

The high-calibre panel of industry experts identified PGA Catalunya Resort as the European Winner for the Golf Development category and cited it as the best example of a golf and real estate development in Europe due to its exceptional facilities, stunning design, continued investment in its innovative infrastructure, and superb location.

With the commitment, dedication and vision of its founders since establishment, PGA Catalunya Resort has evolved into a leading global resort development. Complementing its two world-class golf courses the 300-hectare estate of forested woodland at PGA Catalunya Resort has matured into one of the most sought after contemporary villa developments, combining striking design, open-plan layouts and an innovative use of glass that brings the outside in without compromising on privacy. Championing both award winning and up-and-coming national and international architects with a cutting edge design concept that makes the most of the resort's surroundings, the spacious Villas, Semi-Detached Villas, and Apartments epitomise contemporary living and luxury lifestyle. Expansive villa plots are also available for purchase.

Designed to provide owners with an authentic Mediterranean lifestyle, PGA Catalunya Resort is set in the heart of the beautiful Costa Brava, just 50 minutes from Barcelona and 15 minutes from Girona, the epicenter for Michelin star restaurants including the renowned El Celler de Can Roca.

In addition to the lifestyle the resort can offer, there are world-class facilities - Golf Clubhouse, members lounge, restaurant, Residents Club exclusively for owners complete with indoor and outdoor swimming pool & children's pool, indoor spa pool, tennis courts, fitness centre and treatment rooms. Combined with the abilities of the Property Services Department and a successful rentals programme, the resort offers a sound investment opportunity and full peace of mind to potential buyers.  

For more information visit www.pgacatalunya.com

Notes to editors:

PGA Catalunya Resort is the culmination of more than 20 years' work that continues to deliver on – and goes beyond - the vision of its founders. It incorporates an established championship-standard golf course with Residents' Club and contemporary hotel, located near the picturesque town of Girona, Spain. The resort is owned by Irish entrepreneur Denis O'Brien.

The golf club was established in 1999 with two championship courses designed by European Tour board member and former tournament professional Angel Gallardo and Ryder Cup star Neil Coles. The Stadium Course has hosted three Spanish Opens (2000, 2009 and 2014) and is ranked the number one golf course in Spain by the Top100golfcourses.co.uk website and Golf World magazine, which also recognises the venue in its World Top 100 Courses.

PGA Catalunya Resort is currently supporting the Real Federación Española (RFEG) de Golf's bid to bring The 2022 Ryder Cup to Catalunya. Following an evaluation process, RFEG selected PGA Catalunya Resort's 'Stadium' course as its preferred choice for hosting the iconic event.