Machrihanish Dunes Golf Experience

The world’s most natural golf course. Luxurious seaside cottages. Historic hotels being restored to their former grandeur. And a village pub with an atmosphere that transcends time. All of these things and more are why The Village at Machrihanish Dunes has fast become Scotland’s most exciting resort destination. For golfers, or anyone looking to enjoy a rejuvenating holiday in one of Scotland’s most scenic corners, Machrihanish Dunes offers the best of everything. Great golf. Elegant accommodations. A wealth of fine dining options. And much more. The amenities and personal service are nothing short of first-class. And all the magic of Kintyre is right at your doorstep.

The award-winning Village at Machrihanish Dunes, is a must-visit destination for golfers who appreciate something unique and demand the very best. Today, Machrihanish is more accessible than ever. From Glasgow, it’s a little more than a three and a half hour journey down one of Great Britain’s most scenic routes to Machrihanish Dunes. Along the way, you will see Loch Lomond, drive along beautiful Loch Fyne and pass within steps of stately Inveraray Castle. If you would prefer to fly, there are direct flights from Glasgow to nearby Campbeltown Airport. And with the Kintyre Express now connecting Campbeltown with both Troon in Ayrshire and Ballycastle in Northern Ireland, you can travel by sea, as well.

Once you arrive in the quaint seaside town of Machrihanish, you’ll have many options for both golf and other forms of holiday merrymaking on the Mull of Kintyre and beyond. Here are a few sample itineraries that outline some of the unforgettable golf adventures that might include a visit to Machrihanish Dunes. Whether you fancy playing the famous Open Championship courses of Ayrshire, the much-heralded courses around Inverness and the Highlands, or the great courses of Northern Ireland, we’re betting that your visit with Machrihanish Dunes will be the highlight of your trip to Scotland.

Suggested Itineraries

Machrihanish & Northern Ireland

Day One
Arrive at The Village at Machrihanish Dunes. Play U.K. Top-100 ranked Machrihanish Dunes GC.  Stay at The Village at Machrihanish Dunes.

Day Two
Play Machrihanish Dunes GC or Machrihanish GC. Stay at The Village at Machrihanish Dunes.

Day Three
Play Machrihanish Dunes GC or Machrihanish GC. Stay at The Village at Machrihanish Dunes.

Day Four
Play Dunaverty GC

Optional: Play The Machrie on Islay and visit the Islay Whisky Distilleries Stay at The Village atMachrihanish Dunes.

Northern Ireland/Ireland
Travel via The Kintyre Express from Campbeltown to Ballycastle, Northern Ireland – Travel Time 90 minutes.  Play Royal Portrush, Portstewart, Royal County Down, Castlerock, Ballyliffin or other courses in Northern Ireland and Ireland.

Machrihanish & Ayrshire

Day One
Arrive at The Village at Machrihanish Dunes. Play U.K. Top-100 ranked Machrihanish Dunes GC. Stay at The Village at Machrihanish Dunes.

Day Two
Play Machrihanish Dunes GC or Machrihanish Golf Club. Stay at The Village at Machrihanish Dunes.

Day Three
Play Machrihanish Dunes GC or Machrihanish GC. Stay at The Village at Machrihanish Dunes.

Day Four
Play Dunaverty GC

Optional: Play The Machrie on Islay and visit the Islay Whisky Distilleries. Stay at The Village at Machrihanish Dunes.

Ayrshire
Travel via The Kintyre Express from Campbeltown to Troon – Travel Time 90 minutes.  Play on the Ayrshire coast at Turnberry GC, Royal Troon GC, Prestwick GC, Western Gailes GC or other Ayrshire courses.

Machrihanish & Inverness-Highlands

Day One
Arrive at The Village at Machrihanish Dunes Play U.K. Top-100 ranked Machrihanish Dunes GC. Stay at The Village at Machrihanish Dunes.

Day Two
Play Machrihanish Dunes GC or Machrihanish GC. Stay at The Village at Machrihanish Dunes.

Day Three
Play Machrihanish Dunes GC or Machrihanish GC. Stay at The Village at Machrihanish Dunes.

Day Four
Play Dunaverty GC

Optional: Play The Machrie on Islay and visit the Islay Whisky Distilleries. Stay at The Village at Machrihanish Dunes.

Inverness-Highlands
Travel to Inverness – Travel Time 5 hours.  Play Royal Dornoch GC, Nairn GC, Castle Stuart GC (home of the Scottish Open)

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