Destination Golf Ireland 2016 | Page 51

Glasson Glasson’s driveway glides above the course’s best holes as they drift down to the edge of Killenure Bay… and one of the most stunning par threes in Ireland. The 15th demands a long carry over the water. The road leads down to a hotel offering a mighty fine golfing package. Indeed, it is very much designed with golfers in mind. The expansive golf course was designed by Christy O’Connor Jr and opened in 1993. It sits between Lough Ree and Killenure Bay, and water is always in view. Glasson’s great strengths come from its swaying landscape and strong variety of holes , as evidenced by the par threes and the five par fives. 49