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The Machrie may be among the more remote of those to break into the UK's top 100 golf courses, but it is well worth the travelling time. Set on the shoreline of Port Ellen on the Isle of Islay, The Machrie is the result of Willie Campbell's original 1891 design, which was subject to a subtle revision in 1970 by Donald Steel.
Machrie is merely a golfing reflection of the incredible Islay landscape; the island is famed for the subterranean peat that gives its myriad of whiskies such a distinctly smoky nose, and the humps, mounds and dunes at its fringes are perfect for golf.
The most interesting and demanding facet of the golf course is the remarkable greens; some are raised on plateaus, while some are sunk into cavernous punchbowls, all requiring a keen eye and a razor sharp short game.
Totally exposed to the temperamental Hebridean elements, The Machrie can be a brutal proposition, but is without doubt one of Scotland's most fascinating and enjoyable seaside courses.
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Perched on the shores above Laggan Bay, The Machrie Hotel and Golf Links is a golfing venue of idyllic splendour. Few can rival the awesome natural beauty of its surroundings, or the quality of its golf and accommodation for that matter.
The stunning resort is managed with care and attention to ensure a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere, a comfort that is echoed by the superb accommodation. Whether you choose one of the hotel's 16 delightful rooms or the option of the 15 self-catering lodges, your stay at The Machrie will be one to forget.
As a break from the norm, the invigorating sea air of an escape to the Inner Hebridean Isles is hard to beat, and there is no doubt that the Machrie is the star of the island golfing show.
The hotel boasts its own full sized snooker table.
The Machrie's restaurant is among the island's best, using local produce including Islay beef and lamb, as well as hand dived scallops, to create a truly superb menu.
Islay is renowned worldwide for its single malt whisky - be sure to visit a distillery during your trip. The peat-infused aromas of Lagavulin, Ardbeg and Laphroaig are not to be missed.
