French Lick, Indiana - A Golfing Paradise

If you are planning a vacation of golf, golf and more golf, be sure to consider the town of French Lick, Indiana, for your next getaway. Located in southern Indiana, French Lick and its surrounding areas offer an abundance of excellent courses.

The French Lick Resort is known as a haven for golf lovers and offers two challenging courses designed by the sport's best. One course was planned by master designer Donald Ross and the second was designed by Pete Dye.

The resort also offers a nine-hole course, The Valley Links. This smaller course is perfect for families or friends wishing to enjoy a round of golf together. The course is especially suited to younger golfers and beginning golfers. There is also an indoor putting green and an indoor driving range at the course.

There are plenty of other public golf courses in the area, as well. In nearby Bedford, you will find the Otis Park Golf Course. Another nearby option is the J Rock Ridge Golf Course about 20 minutes from French Lick in Orleans, Indiana. Sultans Run Golf Course in Jasper, Indiana, is a premier course about 30 minute's drive from French Lick. If you want to add a little whimsy to your game, try the Christmas Lake Golf Course in Santa Claus, Indiana.

If you are searching for French Lick lodging, contact the Artist's Inn & Cottages. The Artist's Inn, located in a beautiful historic home offers four charming guest rooms, several with views of the French Lick Springs Resort. The rooms, each with a bath, are decorated in a romantic, eclectic style with carefully chosen antiques.

The innkeeper of this French Lick lodging also offers an assortment of cottages for guests with larger parties or perhaps those seeking a little more privacy. Most of the cottages easily can accommodate four guests, but a few are ideal for parties of six. The cozy Cabana and Fox's Den are perfect romantic retreats for two and spacious Clancy's Cabin can accommodate up to 10 guests.

All of these French Lick lodgings include a fully equipped kitchen or kitchenette. Among the amenities are linens, towels, cable TV and some units include laundry facilities. Most of the cottages also are within walking distance of many restaurants, shops and the French Lick Resort and Casino.