But at TheResort at Pelican HillinNewport Beach, Italophiles can dream big.

It’s the slow life that keeps them coming back for more.

The beachfront cove has a long standing history with Hollywood filmmakers, too.

Aerial view of the property at Pelican Hill Resort

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It collects you from your residence and has you at the beach within five minutes.

Bungalows lined the pavement with immaculately manicured yards, low-pitched terracotta roofs, and broad front porches.

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At the peak of luxury are the villas.

Interior of a bungalow living room at Pelican Hill Resort

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Food and Drink

Guests have a choice of six restaurants and bars at Pelican Hill.

(It’s believed to be the largest circular pool in the world).

Our favorite spot was the balcony, an extension from the indoors.

Interior of a villa bed room at Pelican Hill Resort

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All of the restaurants at the resort offer a completely different mood.

Tickets can be purchased atpelicanhill.com.

Face to face with a PGA Master golf pro, I was out of my comfort zone.

Wine on a terrace at Pelican Hill Resort

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All of that sounds super technical, anyway, so I’ll take the win.

Kudos to my excellent teacher; I may have found a new hobby.

Guests can easily booklessonsonline or scheduletee timeson either the north or south course.

Interior of a bungalow living room at Pelican Hill Resort

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Golfers can expect a 44,000-square-foot clubhouse with separate mens and womens quarters.

There’s also Caffe II Italian coffee bar, the Pelican Grill, and a golf shop with accessories.

I was 30 minutes in before noticing I’d zoned out.

The golf course at Pelican Hill Resort

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It was a divine miracle.

My therapist kneaded my back with stones that were heated to the perfect temperature.

She personalized the treatment as she worked and expertly adapted the pressure to remove tension.

The exterior of the villas at Pelican Hill Resort

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This was next-level for me as her attentiveness and gentle check-ins allowed me to feel safe enough to relax.

Family-friendly Offerings

The resort is a community hub with activities that bring the whole family together.

Guests can access theevent calendarto see whats on during their stay.

It’s also only 15 minutes from John Wayne Airport.