Elea Golf Club near Paphos, Cyprus, will be launched later this year in what is billed as one of the most important new course openings in Europe in recent years.

Designed by six-time major winner, Sir Nick Faldo, the par 71 course is located 8km from the international airport and will be the centrepiece of Elea Estate, a luxury resort development.

The Elea estate will boast luxurious villas and apartments, a boutique hotel supported by a range of dining options, extensive spa facilities and a 2,260sqm clubhouse with underground parking.

Ross Robertson, director of golf operations at the Elea Golf Club, said: "Our mission at Elea Estate is to deliver a supreme experience for everyone. Whether for golfers on the course, or visitors relaxing in the Clubhouse and enjoying our world-class culinary experience, our focus will be on delivering levels of service throughout our operation which surpass all their expectations."

The course is also supported by the Elea Golf Academy that sits alongside the clubhouse. It features a full length driving range complete with target greens and bunkers, a short game practice area and a putting green.

Sir Nick Faldo said: "This golf course certainly has the potential to play a pivotal role in establishing this part of the world as a leading European golf destination.

"When we designed the golf course at Elea Golf Club we decided to put the emphasis on thoughtful, rather than big-hitting, golf and there are plenty of strategic riddles for the golfer to explore and unravel over all 18 holes."