Things To Do on your Doonbeg Vacation

Travel & LeisureOutdoors

  • Author Mike Jukov
  • Published January 10, 2011
  • Word count 490

The Links Cottages at Doonbeg, located in charming Clare County, Ireland, sits on 380 acres, rich in history and natural beauty. The lodge and luxury residence club were built adjacent to Doonbeg Golf Club, a true links course built along 1.5 acres of crescent-shaped beach and centuries old dunes, with sweeping Atlantic views. While in residence at this magnificent Timbers Residence Club, owners and guests will be treated to a wide array of amenities and luxuries, and can take advantage of a wonderful assortment of activities.

Owners at The Links Cottages at Doonbeg enjoy unlimited access to the acclaimed Greg Norman links course, the best in Doonbeg golf. Owners have the luxury of making tee times well in advance, and can take advantage of owners-only tee times in the mornings and afternoons as well as preferred pricing. The Doonbeg Clubhouse, located above the Championship tee for the first hole, houses the Doonbeg Golf Resort’s private amenities. Included with these amenities are owners-only locker rooms, a private pub and dining room, and an Owners living room, all with awe-inspiring views of the Atlantic Ocean. There is also a golf shop adjacent to the clubhouse.

There is a personal concierge on the property that will take care of all your needs while staying at the private residence club. The concierge can provide assistance with tee times, arrange transportation, help with Doonbeg restaurant recommendations and coordinate activities and daytrips around Clare County, Ireland.

Nestled underground at The Lodge at Doonbeg, the White Horses Spa is a sanctuary focusing on wellness, vitality and rejuvenation. Visitors can choose from an extensive menu of regenerative treatments inspired by the natural environment of Clare County. Using local natural salts, seaweeds, algae and herbal extracts, guests can unwind with a variety of services after a day on the golf course or out sightseeing. Doonbeg spa facilities include deep soaking whirlpools, dry treatment rooms, steam room and sauna, wet treatment with and a fitness area.

Aside from the wonderful amenities on-site at this Doonbeg estate, many other Clare activities and adventures abound in Doonbeg. There is plenty of history and local heritage to Explore in Doonbeg, from castles and cathedrals to pubs and gardens. There are also plenty of local trails to enjoy, either on foot, bicycle or horseback. Doonbeg is also in an ideal coastal location to enjoy many different water sports, including sailing, fishing and surfing. Dolphin watching is also a fun and unique activity to enjoy in this coastal region.

Watching Gaelic games is a great way to get a feel for the Clare County and Irish culture. Clare County is split between two sporting preferences; the people of the East enjoy hurling, and the people in the West prefer Gaelic football and rugby. There are also several festivals and events that take place in Doonbeg, Ireland each year. The Willie Keane Festival, the Doonbeg Jazz Festival and the Doonbeg Family Festival, just to name a few.

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