Machrihanish Dunes Golf Club

Machrihanish Dunes is a more natural layout than the Championship course as they were not allowed to bring in the big earth movers and diggers, therefore the fairways are quite undulating and you can get some funny lies. There is a lot of long rough so try and keep out of it as it is not easy to get out of. The greens are quite large and undulating and three puts are very easy to rack up. The course was quiet when we played (my wife and I) and we got round in about 3 and a half hours. Staff were all very friendly. Brilliant course and in good condition for this time of year (and we were midgy free)

Built on a Site of Scientific Interest, there were limitations on how much earth could be moved and where people could walk at Machrihanish Dunes. It might be better off; for it evokes the classics. There are approaches that are blind, tee shots that are blind and greens with undulation. The holes have some nice variety and you won't feel that you are playing some type of cookie cutter course. I think that the restrictions led to a modern natural wonder. Of all the modern Scottish courses, this is the only one with the quirk of the classics. All of the links drama is here; bump and run; wind, wind and more wind, playing with views of the sea, walking only, etc. The routing is easy so walking is a joy and not a chore. Although not as famous as it's neighbor, as long as you drove or flew out to Kintyre, you should also play here. You won't be disappointed.

There is a driving range and putting green for proper warm-up. The staff is very nice. I would listen to the starter, he has directions on the routing. I could picture people going the wrong way or aiming at the wrong flagstick. The clubhouse is quaint and the food was good. Over all, another enjoyable experience in the land of links.

Amazing course. Much recommended.
Very natural course, as each golf course shall be designed.
Fantastic vistas on the ocean.
Would love to play it again

A lovely and interesting course with a good variety of holes. With 5 sets of tees, you are able to choose the length that suits your game, and the holes all seemed fair. Some of the greens had large undulations which made approaches and putting a good challenge. Well worth a visit.

It's tough not to hum the Paul McCartney tune as you stroll these beautiful fairways in this most remote part of Scotland. Machrihanish Dunes, despite being located near historic Machrihanish Old, is a much different - yet still pure - links experience. It's been softened a bit since it opened and is quite fair, though there are still a few blind shots to navigate.

Between the two, as well as the great accommodations near the Old Course, definitely make a weekend out of these two sublime links.