WATERVILLE GOLF LINKS
The magnificent links at Waterville are now owned by a small group of fanatical Irish-Americans who, like many, fell in love with this enchanting place on first sight.
Eddie Hackett's original 1973 design has been re-mastered by the esteemed Tom Fazio, whose numerous projects have included involvement at Winged Foot, Augusta and the world's best course, Pine Valley. The small promontory that plays host to Waterville is as natural a setting for a golf course as you can find. Almost totally surrounded by the sea, the course challenges visitors with its raw links character, owing to the natural undulations and firm, fast turf.
The indigenous gorse and whins have been strategically placed, and like the devilish pot bunkers, represent a formidable challenge throughout. Traditional seaside tactics are the ones that work best around Waterville; the merciless coastal winds and the firm greens demand that golfers can work the ball, while keeping it low is definitely advisable.
Shortly before his, tragic death, the colourful Payne Stewart was named honorary Captain, such was his affinity with Waterville, and a bronze statue now commemorates the relationship. The warm welcome that all will receive in the comfortable clubhouse merely emphasises the quality of Waterville as a stop on any tour of Ireland's south-west.
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| Championship Standard Course |
| Club House |
| Pro Shop |
| Putting Greens |
| Offer Description | Special Offer | Valid | Price | |
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| 4 Nights, Bed and Breakfast and 4 Rounds of Golf
The Lake Hotel, Killarney (18 holes Waterville, 18 holes Dooks, 18 holes Mahoney's Point, 18 holes Killeen) |  | 01 Jul 08 - 28 Feb 09 | £616 |   |
The quality of the links turf is such that many of the top professionals choose to hone their seaside skills at Waterville in preparation for the Open Championship. Past visitors include Tiger Woods, Mark O'Meara, Stuart Appleby, Ernie Els, and Jim Furyk.
GOLF TOURS INCLUDING WATERVILLE GOLF LINKS
Ultimate South West Tour
FROM £729 pp
The Ballybunion Golf Hotel
(18 holes Ballybunion, 18 holes Tralee, 18 holes Doonbeg, 18 holes Lahinch, 18 holes Waterville)
