Machrihanish Dunes
3 Nights / 3 Rounds
Machrihanish Dunes - 3 Nights / 3 Rounds
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Machrihanish Dunes sits quietly at the edge of Scotland, where the golf feels like stepping back into the game’s origins. The course is a true masterpiece of natural design, carved directly through protected dunes & ranked among the UK’s top courses.
The 7,082 yards links course is golf at its most authentic, just wind, natural dunes, and creative shot making. The fairways twist through wild contours, the greens flow with the landscape, and every shot demands imagination. It’s the kind of course that humbles you & thrills you in equal measure: unforgettable, untamed, and completely exhilarating.
Constructed within a protected dunes ecosystem, it uses the natural landscape almost entirely untouched. Expect blind tee shots, dramatic dunes, and firm fescue fairways offering a traditional links challenge.
When the round ends, the village offers warmth & comfort in classic Scottish style. Stay steps from the famous opening hole of Machrihanish golf club at the characterful Ugadale Hotel, unwind in a cottage near the beach, or enjoy a livelier experience at the Royal Hotel in Campbeltown.
Evenings bring fine local food, a good dram by the fire, or quiet walks along the shore. Machrihanish Dunes is more than a golf break, it’s how golf was meant to be enjoyed & stays with you long after you’ve left.
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Signature Holes: #4, #5, #10
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Machrihanish Dunes Golf Course
A true masterpiece of natural design, carved directly through protected dunes & ranked among the UK’s top courses.
| Tee | Par | Yardage | Rating | Slope | |
| Black | 72 | 7082 | 143 | 75.1 | |
| White | 72 | 6349 | 137 | 71.8 | |
| Yellow | 72 | 5835 | 129 | 69.7 | |
| Red | 72 | 5076 | 112 | 66.6 |
Hole 4 (Par 4) - While a bail out left might look like the play, aim too far left and you’ll be lost in the knee-high heather.Hole 6 (par 3) - While short might not look appealing from the tee, going long is far worse with hidden bunkers, testing rough and steep slopes.Hole 16 (par 5) - This par 5 plays shorter than you think thanks you a helping wind. Take a club less on your approach.Hole 8 (par 5) - Beware the dreaded pot bunker at the back of the green. End up here and taking stroke & distance isn't the worst idea.
Accommodation
Elegant harbourside hotel in Campbeltown featuring 23 rooms and suites with sea views, classic styling and a private shuttle to the golf course.
Elegant harbourside hotel in Campbeltown featuring 23 rooms and suites with sea views, classic styling and a private shuttle to the golf course.
Eight two-bedroom self-catering cottages offering spacious living, full kitchens and private terraces. Perfect for groups of golfers or families.
22-room boutique hotel overlooking Machrihanish Bay, featuring classic twin/double rooms and luxury suites just steps from the first tee.
22-room boutique hotel overlooking Machrihanish Bay, featuring classic twin/double rooms and luxury suites just steps from the first tee.
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About Machrihanish Dunes Golf Club & Resort
"World-class, natural links golf paired with relaxed, cottage-style accommodation"
Machrihanish Dunes sits quietly at the edge of Scotland, where the golf feels like stepping back into the game’s origins. The course is a true masterpiece of natural design, carved directly through protected dunes & ranked among the UK’s top courses.
When the round ends, the village offers warmth & comfort in classic Scottish style. Stay steps from the famous opening hole of Machrihanish golf club at the characterful Ugadale Hotel, unwind in a cottage near the beach, or enjoy a livelier experience at the Royal Hotel in Campbeltown.
Evenings bring fine local food, a good dram by the fire, or quiet walks along the shore. Machrihanish Dunes is more than a golf break, it’s how golf was meant to be enjoyed & stays with you long after you’ve left.
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