The Machrihanish Golf Club has created a real buzz around their Championship Course, becoming well known in recent years. The unique first hole requires precision and strategy battling the elements of the Atlantic, "It can be a tough start, particularly into a breeze". Set near the village of Machrihanish, the 18 hole Championship Course is located in the beautiful Machrihanish Dunes. A quiet area, leaving time for visitors to enjoy the ups and downs of the fairways, and tussle of the greens. The islands of Islay, Jura and Gigha provide a stunning backdrop, with the majestic dunes and firm Machrihanish turf underfoot. The course is unlike a predictable nine out, nine back, with the layout challenging the most seasoned golfer.