Dromoland Castle
This is a stunning parkland in Co . Clare , and a sweet foil to the links of Lahinch and Doonbeg . Set in over 400 acres of mature woodland , the course rumbles over open rolling pasture , through the dense trees and brings natural lakes ( with Special Areas of Conservation ) and streams into play constantly . It is the full , five star parkland package with super quality and the kind of back nine that enthralls and terrifies in equal measure … the pretty and driveable par four 15th is followed by the brutally tough Index 1 16th . And then there ’ s the giant tree in the middle of the 18th fairway . The magnificent 16th century baronial castle presides over it all and the drive through the course to reach it is just one of the day ’ s highlights . Stand on the par three 7th tee and you ’ ll have the green far below you and the castle serving as a stunning backdrop . It ’ s the shot of the day . The resort also has a state-ofthe-art golf academy .
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