Rosapenna Golf Club (Sandy Hills Links)

Rosapenna's Sandy Hills Links, situated amidst the dramatic dunes of County Donegal, Ireland, stands as a modern masterpiece of golf course design, contrasting yet complementing the historic Old Tom Morris Course at the same resort. Opened in 2003 and designed by the acclaimed architect Pat Ruddy, Sandy Hills Links is a testament to bold and strategic golf course architecture, crafted to engage and challenge golfers of all levels.  The course is set against the stunning backdrop of the Atlantic Ocean, weaving through a massive dune landscape that defines the character and challenge of the layout.  This course demands precision, strategic thinking, and a respectful approach to the natural elements, particularly the ever-present wind which can transform the course from day to day.  Sandy Hills Links is characterized by its narrow fairways framed by towering dunes, requiring accurate tee shots to avoid being penalized by the rough. The greens are large and often elevated, with subtle contours that demand a keen eye and a steady putting stroke. Strategic bunkering and the clever use of natural contours add to the course's challenge, ensuring that golfers must think their way through each hole.  The Rosapenna Sandy Hills Links Course is a harmonious blend of nature and design, offering stunning vistas at every turn and an unforgettable golfing experience.  Playing Sandy Hills Links offers golfers the opportunity to experience modern links golf at its best, challenging and delighting in equal measure.