Golfing enthusiasts seeking self-catering with a putting green will be enchanted by the Emerald Isle. There are plenty of luscious golf courses all across this land and self-catering accommodation readily available either circa to the golf course or having their own exclusive putting green. Coupled with a mini golf experience on the promenades surrounding this country an occasional golfer would be extremely satisfied with the many golfing opportunities within Ireland. Putting is a scaled down entertaining version of golf and as such appeals to children and adults of all abilities. All it takes is the ability to hit the ball with a club and is one of the many activities that holidaymakers tend to engage in.
This facility tends to be available where there are groups of holiday homes to share a communal putting green. It is much more likely that a large country holiday house would have croquet on the lawn instead.
The southeast coast of Ireland offers exclusive golfing opportunities coupled with self-catering cottages and cabins. Mount Juliet lies between Kilkenny and Waterford and offers fine golfing on courses that have hosted the American Express World Golf championship. The accommodation on offer are fully equipped lodges as well as the amenities of the large luxury hotel. This resort is very popular with golfers worldwide who consider the courses to be both exciting and memorable and the wonderful Mount Juliet estate with its beautifully landscaped gardens and surrounding scenery certainly make this location a fantastic retreat. The medieval city of Kilkenny with its 11th century church boasting an original stained glass window is a twenty minute drive to the north and the oldest city of Ireland, Waterford with its Viking heritage and historic buildings, is half an hour’s drive to the South.
The town of Dungarven in County Waterford perches on the southeast coast with its 11th century castle and offers self-catering lodges next to a fabulous golf course. The market town is very picturesque and the beach is fine and sandy too. The accommodation offers extra storage for equipment and some properties supply the equipment. The quaint harbour is very picturesque and it is often possible to spot dolphins and whales particularly in warm weather. In addition to the wonderful 18 hole wonderfully landscaped golf course the town itself has plenty to amuse visitors.
In Ireland, there are plenty more opportunities for self-catering golfers. As Ireland is commonly known as the green island it is understandable that the country would be an ideal place to accommodate golf courses. Any visiting golfer will be delighted with the courses and accommodation available surrounded by the beautiful Irish landscapes.