June 2025: Sicily’s Verdura Resort has unveiled a new clubhouse at the heart of its two championship courses, raising the bar once again for world-class golfing experiences in Europe.
Positioned between the resort’s award-winning West Shore and East Links courses, the sophisticated venue brings together classic architecture, refined finishes and contemporary functionality to offer golfers an elegant space to relax, refuel and reconnect.
Curated by award-winning architects Paolo Moschino and Philip Vergeylen, the designers have used the heritage of traditional golf clubhouses as the inspiration to pay tribute to the game’s roots in every corner. From vintage golf posters and curated memorabilia to details such as golf-ball-inspired furniture and rich wood panelling, the interiors blend classic elegance with character. Deep green tones, plush leather seating and mosaic flooring create a welcoming yet refined environment, perfect for relaxing before or after a round.
At the heart of the new clubhouse is the club lounge and bar, situated directly beside the 18th hole of the West Shore course. Opening into a panoramic terrace, elegantly appointed with sofas and lounge seating, the space provides the ideal setting for players to enjoy a post-round drink while basking in uninterrupted views of the Mediterranean Sea and the verdant fairways. Inside, the atmosphere is equally refined: a large screen broadcasts major international tournaments and sporting events, while the bar features a curated selection of fine wines, premium spirits and local craft beers.
The clubhouse features a premium golf shop stocked with top-tier apparel, equipment and accessories from a collection of golf’s most prestigious brands. In addition, the venue is also set to host a variety of social events – from casual gatherings to competition prize-giving ceremonies and private celebrations.
Sir Rocco Forte, a passionate golfer himself, commented: “Verdura is a golfer’s paradise with two 18-hole spectacular championship courses, superb practice facilities and a nine-hole course. When we built Verdura, the vision was to create the best golf resort in Europe. The new clubhouse is a sensational addition to the top-notch hospitality we offer, the friendly staff, excellent food and high-quality service — all essential to the golfer’s experience. I’m very proud of the new clubhouse, it creates connections for all our guests and I look forward to being able to spend some time there.”
The clubhouse is the latest in a series of significant golf and resort enhancements to be unveiled by Verdura Resort. Over the past year, both courses – which were designed by acclaimed architect Kyle Phillips – have benefitted from a major upgrade programme, including the installation of a sustainable new irrigation system. Meanwhile, the resort’s golf academy has been expanded and fitted with the latest swing analysis and club-fitting technology – part of a wider multi-million-euro investment in Verdura’s golf facilities.
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Verdura Resort and Rocco Forte Private Villas
Set across 230 hectares of olive groves, citrus orchards, and 1.8 km of private coastline, Verdura Resort, a Rocco Forte hotel lies between the Valley of the Temples and Sciacca on Sicily’s southwest coast. The resort blends modern architecture with Sicilian tradition, featuring 203 rooms and suites, and 20 exclusive Private Villas—luxurious hillside residences with breathtaking views of the Mediterranean Sea. The diverse dining options range from specialty cocktail bars and casual all-day dining to upscale dining, each highlighting the best of Sicilian cuisine, with an international twist. The flagship Irene Forte Spa offers a 4,000m² sanctuary of relaxation and rejuvenation. The two award-winning 18-hole golf courses by Kyle Phillips make Verdura Resort a premier destination for golf enthusiasts.
About Rocco Forte Hotels
Established by Sir Rocco Forte and his sister, Olga Polizzi in 1996, Rocco Forte Hotels is a collection of 15 individual hotels, resorts, residences and villas. All of the hotels are landmarks, both old and new, occupying magnificent buildings in exceptional locations. Led by a family who has been in hospitality for four generations, the hotels are united by their distinctive approach to service ensuring guests experience the best of the cities and surrounding areas. Rocco Forte Hotels comprises: Rocco Forte House, Milan; Hotel de la Ville, Hotel de Russie and Rocco Forte House, Rome; Hotel Savoy, Florence; Verdura Resort, Rocco Forte Private Villas and Villa Igiea, Sicily; Masseria Torre Maizza, Puglia; The Balmoral, Edinburgh; Brown’s Hotel, London; The Charles Hotel, Munich; Hotel de Rome, Berlin; Hotel Amigo, Brussels; Hotel Astoria, St Petersburg and Rocco Forte House, Milan. Future openings: The Carlton, Milan in 2025; Costa Smeralda, Sardinia and Palazzo Castelluccio, Noto in 2026; Palazzo Sirignano, Naples in 2027.