Where Simona Halep Found Balance After Retiring from Tennis ( P )
The champion has joined one of Romania’s most exclusive private communities
Bucharest, August 6, 2025 — 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.
“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,” said Simona Halep.
National Golf & Country Club is the largest golf-focused complex in Southeastern Europe, spanning 75 hectares and built around a professional 18-hole course. The concept integrates an exclusive residential community and top-tier amenities — including a driving range equipped with the only Trackman system in the region — as well as a restaurant, spa, dedicated concierge services, outdoor swimming pool (with an indoor pool coming soon), and access to premium lifestyle facilities.
Simona’s property is part of the residential area developed within the club — a community comprising 173 villas and 111 apartments, designed for a refined lifestyle.
The villa chosen by Simona Halep spans 255.4 square meters and includes three bedrooms, two bathrooms and an outdoor pool. It is energy-efficient, thanks to a solar panel system that will generate electricity to cover the household’s consumption needs. The unit features top-quality finishes and luminous interiors, with high ceilings and large glazed surfaces.
“Simona Halep is one of Romania’s greatest athletes, and we are honored to have her as part of the National Golf & Country Club community. Since joining us, she has visibly improved her game, dedicating herself to the sport with seriousness – 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 for those seeking a relaxed and refined lifestyle immersed in nature – and Simona is a living example of this harmony,” said Ozkan Baykal, General Manager of National Golf & Country Club Romania.
“Being surrounded by nature, seeing all this greenery, helps me relax my mind a lot because the years I spent in tennis were very tough. I live each day with great joy and try to discover things I’ve never done before,” added Simona Halep.
The homes within the resort are designed to meet the highest standards of comfort, functionality, and privacy — with built areas ranging from 50–100 sqm for apartments to 255–412 sqm for villas, delivered in phases. The first phase has already been completed and sold; the second phase is currently under development, with estimated completion in June 2026. The final phase is scheduled for launch in autumn 2027.
The Private Club Lifestyle — a lifestyle reserved for private, discreet communities — is increasingly sought after by those who want more than just a home: a complete ecosystem where quality of life, integrated services, and a sense of belonging truly matter.
Sales for the entire residential area are exclusively managed by Skia Real Estate – a full-service real estate agency with solid experience in the premium segment and the exclusive partner of One United Properties. In addition to One’s developments, Skia also manages selected properties from the open market, offering tailored solutions for both local and international clients.
National Golf & Country Club
National Golf & Country Club is Romania’s most ambitious development dedicated to golf and premium lifestyle. Conceived as a full-service country club, NGCC includes a championship-standard golf course, a residential complex of villas and apartments, leisure facilities, a restaurant, and spaces for both private and corporate events. With an integrated vision, NGCC aims to build a vibrant, active community and to foster the growth of golf in Romania through educational initiatives and professional-level competitions.
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