DESTINATIONGOLF . TRAVEL LEINSTER
The Heritage Golf Resort
Much of the attention focused on The Heritage Golf Resort concentrates on the Seve Ballesteros design . It is little wonder . The enigmatic Seve still conjures up all that is enthralling about the game of golf . And plenty of that can be found here . The course opened in 2004 , and golfers are met first by the statue of the great man and then the stylish clubhouse . If you want a glimpse of two of the resort ’ s best holes head up to the balcony and look down on the stunning lake with the 9th and 18th wrapped on either side . Water sparkles here , and often , but it is only one of the challenges you ’ ll face : this is a long course with holes flowing over the gently shaped Co . Laois countryside , weaving between an intimidating array of complex bunkers and an ever-maturing army of trees . Be grateful that landing areas are generous and there ’ s a good choice of tees .
The Heritage Golf Resort is maturing steadily which only adds to the vibrancy … as do the greenside bunker upgrades which are well underway .
Work has also begun on completely renovating the clubhouse building . When complete there will be 37 bedrooms , a new bar and restaurant , and a new Pro Shop .
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Favourite Hole
The par four 18th is such a strong finishing hole , curving gently left around the water which threatens off the tee and on the approach .
What ’ s in the Bag ?
You ’ ll need to drive well for the whole day .
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