There is a certain breed of tennis player who cannot be stopped by the weather, and the debate over winter tennis in Florida vs. summer tennis in New England resorts is one they live rather than argue.
From the prominent Coachella Valley to the breezy coastlines of San Diego and Santa Barbara, this guide covers seven standout properties that have made California one of the most celebrated tennis destinations in the world.
Kiawah Island Golf Resort has been serving unforgettable match moments from the time its first guests stepped onto the tennis courts in 1976. Fifty years later, that legacy continues to rally. In late 2025, the acclaimed Roy Barth Tennis Center added two new padel courts to its award-winning lineup.
There is a certain breed of tennis player who cannot be stopped by the weather, and the debate over winter tennis in Florida vs. summer tennis in New England resorts is one they live rather than argue.
From the prominent Coachella Valley to the breezy coastlines of San Diego and Santa Barbara, this guide covers seven standout properties that have made California one of the most celebrated tennis destinations in the world.
This guide covers six padel resorts in Italy, from a family-friendly all-inclusive village on the Calabrian coast to a five-star lakeside retreat in Veneto.Â
The TRO team has not visited this resort yet; the information provided combines our research and information taken from the resort’s website. We recommend you contact the resort before visiting to ensure its accuracy.
Two Hydro-Clay Tennis Courts are available. Dr. West has been the tennis pro at Etowah Valley Golf & Resort since 2008. He began his professional tennis career in 1970 as the teaching pro for Country Club of North Carolina at Pinehurst. In conjunction with being a tennis pro, Dr. West worked for more than 25 years teaching physical education for the North Carolina Community College System. After retiring from the community college system, Dr. West joined the Etowah Valley family and enjoyed working closely with our tennis team, clients, and guests.
Off Court
This relaxed golf resort lies 12.8 miles from Dupont State Forest and 13.8 miles from the Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site.
The resort has a 27-hole mountain golf course, a driving range, putting greens, and a casual American restaurant. Other amenities include an outdoor pool, tennis and volleyball courts, and horseshoe pits. Event/banquet facilities are also available.
Accommodations
Guests can stay in the resort's hotels, lodges or cottages during spring, summer and fall. Traditional rooms and suites have a private patio or balcony deck, cable TV, complimentary Wi-Fi, and scenic views of the golf course. Suites are also equipped with kitchens. Guests can enjoy a complimentary hot buffet breakfast.
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