Machrihanish Dunes
A feature from the IAGTO Directory 2013
Machrihanish Dunes
Machrihanish Dunes Award-winning accommodation, Top-100 links course and two historic hotels re-opened... Now is the time to visit Machrihanish! The world’s most natural golf course. Luxurious seaside cottages. Historic hotels restored to their former grandeur. New fine dining options - plus a village pub with an atmosphere that transcends time. All of these things and more are why The Village at Machrihanish Dunes is fast becoming the quintessential holiday village - and why it’s fast becoming 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 accommodation. A wealth of dining options. And much more. The amenities and personal service are nothing short of first-class. And all the magic of the scenic Kintyre Peninsula is right at our doorstep. For tour operators, it’s a destination that clients will love and will want to return to again and again. And with our generous commission structure and attentive service, it’s an ideal way to build your business, too.
The Ugadale Hotel - modern comfort with historic charm Once regarded as the pinnacle of luxury accommodation in the west of Scotland, the Ugadale Hotel has been restored to its former glory and serves as the centrepiece of The Village at Machrihanish Dunes. Since the hotel’s grand re-opening in February 2012, it has already been named “Golf Hotel of the Year” at the 2012 Scottish Hotel Awards! Twenty-two stunning guest rooms and suites pamper guests in an atmosphere of casual elegance and modern amenities graced with historic charm.
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The Royal Hotel - the crown of Campbeltown A mere five miles from Machrihanish in the heart of historic Campbeltown, a second hotel has been restored to its former majesty. The Royal Hotel, with a prime location overlooking bustling Campbeltown Harbour, serves as the “in-town” option for visitors to Machrihanish Dunes. Re-opened in May 2012, The Royal ushers visitors back to an era when Campbeltown was a thriving fishing and shipbuilding town - as well as the malt whisky capital of the world. Within the hotel, you’ll find all the conveniences and amenities you’d expect in a modern luxury accommodation, steeped in old-world elegance. In addition to its 23 sumptuously-appointed guest rooms, The Royal also boasts the lively Black Sheep Pub, and elegant dining at the Harbourview Grille. Complimentary shuttle service is available for guests who fancy a visit to the Ugadale Hotel & Cottages, Serenity Spa, the Old Clubhouse Pub or Machrihanish Dunes Golf Club.
“The world’s most natural golf course” In Scotland, true links golf courses are not created, they are born of the land. Of the 275 acres on which Machrihanish Dunes Golf Club sits, only seven were disturbed in creating this thrilling 18-hole adventure. Only the tees and greens were shaped and seeded under the watchful eye of renowned course designer David McLay Kidd; thus the fairways you tread today are just as nature intended them. The championship-calibre links at Machrihanish Dunes was named one of the UK’s Top 100 Golf Courses by Golf World, and the No. 1 Eco Golf Course in the world by ABTA Magazine. The course offers you a rare opportunity to create and craft golf shots just as the men of Scotland did centuries ago, when they conceived the game. For the golfer who accepts the invitation and challenge, the reward is a truly unforgettable experience.
What’s more, guests at Machrihanish Dunes are within a pitching wedge of Machrihanish Golf Club (where guests receive a reduced rate), a world top-100 course known for its prodigious challenges and possibly the most famous opening tee shot in all of golf. Guests are also just a short boat ride from the top courses of Northern Ireland and Scotland, including Royal Portrush and Turnberry. 61
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The Ugadale Cottages - perfect for golf groups! Surrounded by unparalleled natural beauty, with the grandeur of the Atlantic and Hebridian Islands on your doorstep, the award-winning Ugadale Cottages offer holiday accommodation that’s perfect for groups. Each cottage is as comfortable as it is luxurious, with interiors graced by natural stone, hardwoods and wonderful touches that conjure up the coastal Scottish cottage at every turn. Named 2010 Hotel of the Year (Small Hotel/Guest House) by Golf Tourism Scotland, the Ugadale Cottages provide smart accommodation in two spacious and well-appointed bedrooms (each with its own private bath), plus a kitchen, dining area and living room. The cottages have been thoughtfully configured to perfectly accommodate visiting golfers - as well as families, walkers, and other visitors to the area.
The Old Clubhouse Pub The Old Clubhouse Restaurant & Pub has been the site of good times and warm welcomes for more than 100 years. Originally the clubhouse of the Machrihanish Golf Club back in the days of Old Tom Morris (who designed that famous course), it is now a cosy and lively pub that serves full Scottish breakfasts, sumptuous lunches and gourmet dinners, before becoming the site of nightly revelry for locals and Village guests alike. A place to unwind after a round of golf or to relax with family and friends, the Old Clubhouse is enjoyed by all who pass through its doors.
Call on us - count on us At Machrihanish Dunes, we pride ourselves on offering professional, attentive service - both to our guests and to our tour operator partners. You can count on us to provide the information and followthrough you need to make your business successful, and to accommodate your clients in the manner in which they deserve. We are the proud recipients of the TripAdvisor® Certificate of Excellence and your guests will see; exceptional service is not just a goal, it’s the norm. We look forward to welcoming your clients to The Village at Machrihanish Dunes soon! Feel free to call on us at any time at: +44 (0) 1586 810000. Machrihanish Dunes Golf Club Machrihanish, Argyll, Scotland, PA28 6PT www.MachDunes.com Copy supplied by Machrihanish Dunes 62
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