Machrihanish Dunes Golf Club
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Machrihanish Dunes Golf Club, Central Scotland is an 18 hole, par 72 (7175 yard), resort, links golf course designed by David McLay Kidd in 2009.
18 holes | Par 72 | 7175 yards | Resort | Links
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Address: Machrihanish, Campbeltown, Central Scotland, PA28 6PT United Kingdom
Tel: 01586 810000
Website: http://www.machrihanishdunes.com/
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Midweek Guide: Peak season £75.00 per round; Low Season £40.00 per day *
Weekend Guide: Peak season £75.00 per round; Low Season £40.00 per day *
- Societies Accepted to Play
- Society Deals Available
Restrictions: Maximum Handicap No Restriction
* Any prices shown are guide prices, please confirm with the course prior to booking.
Tee Time Information
Midweek Guide: Peak season £75.00 per round; Low Season £40.00 per day *
Weekend Guide: Peak season £75.00 per round; Low Season £40.00 per day *
* Any prices shown are guide prices, please confirm with the course prior to booking.
Review Information
GOLFSHAKE RATING
4.94
AVERAGE RATING 4.5
(based on 33 reviews)
5 star
24
4 star
4
3 star
4
2 star
0
1 star
1
RECOMMENDATIONS
86%
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Alasdair K rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 18 2013
Having played Machrihanish and Dunaverty several times I really look forward to getting the chance to get onto Kintyre to play golf whenever I can, with this in mind I was very excited to make my first trip to Machrihanish dunes today.
The weather was looking pretty poor with heavy rain and string winds, but undeterred we set off from Arran and made the drive down. A on arrival we were warmly greeted and told we could tee off early if we like, a quick putt later and we were on the 10th tee ready to begin in a howling North Easterly wind.
Right from the off I was in love with the course, each hole was consistently great, with some massive contours on fairways and greens only adding to the occasion.
I really enjoyed all the par threes, especially the 14th and 15th, of the longer holes I thought the 17th, 1st and 8th stood out but the rest were of a very high standard.
It probably clouds my judgement that my scratch score was only 5 but I think I might actually prefer the dunes to the old course, but to be sure I'll just need to play them both a few more times to be sure!
(Round played: Oct 2013 - Score: 76 Handicap: 8.9)
The weather was looking pretty poor with heavy rain and string winds, but undeterred we set off from Arran and made the drive down. A on arrival we were warmly greeted and told we could tee off early if we like, a quick putt later and we were on the 10th tee ready to begin in a howling North Easterly wind.
Right from the off I was in love with the course, each hole was consistently great, with some massive contours on fairways and greens only adding to the occasion.
I really enjoyed all the par threes, especially the 14th and 15th, of the longer holes I thought the 17th, 1st and 8th stood out but the rest were of a very high standard.
It probably clouds my judgement that my scratch score was only 5 but I think I might actually prefer the dunes to the old course, but to be sure I'll just need to play them both a few more times to be sure!
(Round played: Oct 2013 - Score: 76 Handicap: 8.9)
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Andrew M rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 24 2013
This is unlike any other course you will play in this country. There are no trees, few bunkers (at least not where you are likely to hit your ball), the rough isnt too bad, and at 6300 yards off the white tees its not that long - but its the hardest course Ive ever played.
It appears that 18 tees and greens have been cut from virgin land right on the seashore, with a few bits of fairway mown in-between the dunes ... and that's it. There are lots of blind shots, wild bounces off the fairways and huge sloping greens - this is extreme golf. If you believe that the sport is a test of you against the course and that it isnt meant to be fair, this is the course for you.
Stunning, and in great condition, but fiendishly difficult. Loved it!
Note that you don't need a caddy or guide any more (although I'd definitely take a stroke saver), and we went round in 3 hours in pretty appalling weather conditions with hardly anyone else on the course.
It appears that 18 tees and greens have been cut from virgin land right on the seashore, with a few bits of fairway mown in-between the dunes ... and that's it. There are lots of blind shots, wild bounces off the fairways and huge sloping greens - this is extreme golf. If you believe that the sport is a test of you against the course and that it isnt meant to be fair, this is the course for you.
Stunning, and in great condition, but fiendishly difficult. Loved it!
Note that you don't need a caddy or guide any more (although I'd definitely take a stroke saver), and we went round in 3 hours in pretty appalling weather conditions with hardly anyone else on the course.
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Mark L rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 3 2013
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Mark L rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 26 2009
Without a doubt the toughest course I have ever played.
Myself and three friends took advantage of an amazing offer on the website where we had two nights accommodation in a luxury cottage and unlimited golf for £79 per person.
The cottages were amazing and we were taken to the golf course and returned by mini bus whenever we wanted.
We played off the whites on day one (pretty windy) and were totally destroyed by the course. On your first round they send you round with a complimentary guide to give you a clue where to aim as there are quite a few blind shots.
On day two we played the blues (crazy tough) and went back to the whites on day 3.
We had a look at the black tees and thought they would totally destroy us so showed a bit of sense.
The fairways are old style links with hills and bumps everywhere.
However it was the greens that gave us the most fun.
There are so many slopes on each green that you had to have a really good look for your putting line. On one hole, one of my friends lay down on the green in a hollow (around four feet deep) and we could not see him from the other end.
The 8th hole is rightly scored as the toughest on the course.
A long drive is required followed by a shot of around 200 yards to the green played over a hollow (balls in this are usually lost).
The clubhouse is fairly small but does excellent food and the staff are without a doubt the friendliest I have ever encountered on a golf course.
There are huge developments planned over the next few years including a huge clubhouse.
I would definitely advise anybody who can to go and play this wonderful course.
Myself and three friends took advantage of an amazing offer on the website where we had two nights accommodation in a luxury cottage and unlimited golf for £79 per person.
The cottages were amazing and we were taken to the golf course and returned by mini bus whenever we wanted.
We played off the whites on day one (pretty windy) and were totally destroyed by the course. On your first round they send you round with a complimentary guide to give you a clue where to aim as there are quite a few blind shots.
On day two we played the blues (crazy tough) and went back to the whites on day 3.
We had a look at the black tees and thought they would totally destroy us so showed a bit of sense.
The fairways are old style links with hills and bumps everywhere.
However it was the greens that gave us the most fun.
There are so many slopes on each green that you had to have a really good look for your putting line. On one hole, one of my friends lay down on the green in a hollow (around four feet deep) and we could not see him from the other end.
The 8th hole is rightly scored as the toughest on the course.
A long drive is required followed by a shot of around 200 yards to the green played over a hollow (balls in this are usually lost).
The clubhouse is fairly small but does excellent food and the staff are without a doubt the friendliest I have ever encountered on a golf course.
There are huge developments planned over the next few years including a huge clubhouse.
I would definitely advise anybody who can to go and play this wonderful course.
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David D rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Mar 17 2024
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Playing thru,over and round sand Dunes on fairly open fairways, some blind hole's, few dogleg's is challenging but fun.Reviewer Rating
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David B rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Apr 12 2017
Great course, great staff, and fun to play
But beware the back nine, tad more windy
The day I played
9/10
But beware the back nine, tad more windy
The day I played
9/10
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Douglas C rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 4 2013
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Douglas C rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 10 2013
First time playing the course, it is long, it is interesting and you have to be creative round the greens. The course was in very good condition apart from a few greens which were patchy in places. Overall this is a very good course and especially playing on the Bunkered Magazine vouchers it is well worth a visit.
(Round played: Jul 2013 - Score: 94 Handicap: 8.7)
(Round played: Jul 2013 - Score: 94 Handicap: 8.7)
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James M rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 17 2016
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James M rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 17 2016
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James M rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 17 2016
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Scott Bruce rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Sep 26 2013
Played this course in early September 2013 and fortunately it was a lovely, warm, calm day. Played off the blue tees due to our 4 ball being of different standards. I can only describe this course as 'crazy golf'. There is numerous blind shots throughout the course and some mental greens. To be fair the general condition of the course was excellent and the staff were very friendly. Disappointing clubhouse and some of the walks between the holes is lengthy. I enjoyed the day and had a good laugh at some crazy shots and putts, not for a serious golfer though. Scored 87, handicap 11.
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