Ardfin Golf Course on the Island of Jura

And now for something very special indeed

Ardfin is located on the Isle of Jura, a short ferry ride from Islay. A relatively ‘new’ (2015) and very exclusive golf course cut out of the most spectacular setting and only available to those players staying in the 13-room hotel adjacent to the course – slow play is never a problem at Ardfin!

The 18-hole course is sculpted into the rugged Jura shoreline at the island’s southern tip. The whole course is wild and rugged and  has been designed to minimise interference with nature and the natural landscape. While not a particularly long course, it is important that you find the short grass from the tee.

Few of the fairways are penalty narrow but you need to be on them or very close to them otherwise you will be searching for your ball! 

The greens are narrow with fewer bunkers required than most courses due to the challenging cliffside landscape. The first 11 holes are played on the western stretch, along Ardfin’s dramatic cliffs and then down to beach level – all with staggering views across to the Isle of Islay. Holes 12-14 are played along the beach before the course turns in along the ridge, providing even more remarkable views as you play to home in the presence of Jura House.

In the words of the course designer and architect Bob Harrison ‘I am convinced that this is one of the most beautiful and spectacular courses in the world!!’ It is without doubt worthy of a visit!