Simona Halep, one of Romania’s most beloved athletes, has found peace in the heart of one of the country’s most exclusive private communities: National Golf & Country Club. Located in Niculești, north of Bucharest, this premium complex — integrating a private golf club and a luxury residential area — has become the ideal choice for those seeking a balanced, elegant, and nature-connected lifestyle — and now includes Simona among its residents.
Simona Halep said, “I decided to buy a house (…). I’ve developed a passion for golf. I’m really happy that we now have, here in Romania, near Bucharest, a golf course with all the proper facilities.” Her new residence—a 255.4 sqm villa with three bedrooms and two bathrooms—reflects modern elegance and sustainability. It features high ceilings, bright interiors, energy-efficient design, plus solar panels, and even includes an outdoor pool.
For Halep, this move marks more than a change of address—it’s a transformation in lifestyle. “Being surrounded by nature… helps me relax my mind a lot because the years in tennis were very tough. I live each day with great joy and try to discover things I’ve never done before,” she shared.
She now plays golf several times a week, embracing discipline and performance in a gentler, more joyful context. Golf has long intrigued her—even during her tennis hiatus related to a doping suspension—when she first began exploring the sport.
A Lifestyle Redefined
NGCC isn’t just a private club; it’s a comprehensive ecosystem tailored for wellbeing. Alongside the golf course are facilities such as a Trackman-enabled driving range, restaurant, spa, concierge services, outdoor pool (with an indoor one coming soon), and more.
According to the club’s general manager, Ozkan Baykal:
“Since joining us, she has visibly improved her game… she plays several times a week, and her appetite for performance and discipline is clear. NGCC is an oasis for sports enthusiasts as well as those seeking a relaxed and refined lifestyle immersed in nature—and Simona is a living example of this harmony.”
Embracing a Balanced Life
This move reflects Halep’s conscious shift:
- Away from the relentless grind of elite tennis;
- Toward free time, nature, and authentic well-being; Toward personal growth, relaxation, and new joys, like reading, walking, and resting at her own pace
In Summary, Simona Halep’s transition from tennis icon to country club resident is a graceful pivot toward a life of calm elegance, national pride, and, quite fittingly, a new sporting journey—this time on the verdant fairways of golf.
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