Golf Like a Local: Ballyhoura's Hidden Fairways
3 Rounds of Golf for Less Than 200 Euro
Three Outstanding Courses. One Great Golf Escape.
Located between Cork, Limerick and Tipperary, Ballyhoura offers golfers the chance to escape the tourist trail and experience a different side of Ireland.
Here you'll find internationally renowned, award-winning golf courses, spectacular countryside, welcoming local communities and some of the finest food and drink experiences in the country.
Why Golfers Choose Ballyhoura
✓ Home to Ballyneety Golf Club – Host Venue of the 2027 Junior Ryder Cup
✓ Home to Ballyneety Golf Club – Winner of Best Golf Course in UK & Ireland 2025 (Golf Course Awards)
✓ Home to Charleville Golf Club – Listed among Cork's Top 10 Golf Clubs
✓ Home to Mitchelstown Golf Club – Home to one of Ireland's Best 100 Golf Holes
✓ Within easy reach of Adare Manor, Cork Golf Club and Fota Island Resort
✓ Quality accommodation, authentic hospitality and exceptional food experiences
✓ Easy access from Cork, Shannon and Dublin airports
Ballyneety Golf Club
Host Venue of the 2027 Junior Ryder Cup
One of Ireland's hidden golfing gems, Ballyneety Golf Club is preparing to welcome some of Europe's most promising young golfers as Host Venue of the 2027 Junior Ryder Cup.
Set across 183 acres of rolling countryside and located just over 10 miles from Adare Manor, this championship-standard course was co-designed by Ryder Cup Vice-Captain Des Smyth and Irish Amateur International Declan Branigan. The layout rewards thoughtful play while offering spectacular views across Limerick City, County Limerick and the Clare Hills beyond.
Ballyneety's story is equally impressive. Developed through community vision and determination, the club has grown into one of Ireland's most respected inland golf destinations and recently received the Best Golf Course in UK & Ireland 2025 award.
Beyond the fairways, visitors can discover nearby Lough Gur, one of Ireland's most important archaeological landscapes and among the country's most ancient heritage sites. Home to Ireland's largest stone circle and over 6,000 years of recorded history, Lough Gur offers a fascinating glimpse into Ireland's prehistoric past. Surrounded by rolling countryside, mythology and folklore, it provides a memorable addition to any Ballyhoura golf escape.
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Charleville Golf Club
Golf at the Foot of the Ballyhoura Mountains
Founded in 1941, Charleville Golf Club offers a classic parkland golfing experience in a peaceful countryside setting beneath the Ballyhoura Mountains.
Known for its mature tree-lined fairways, excellent course conditions and welcoming atmosphere, Charleville provides an enjoyable challenge for golfers of all abilities. The course combines strategic play with beautiful scenery, making it a favourite among both members and visiting golfers.
Practice facilities include a driving range, pitching green, putting green and driving nets, while the fully stocked Pro Shop offers an extensive range of golf clubs, clothing, footwear and golf accessories.
Just a short drive away lies Doneraile Estate, one of Ireland's top visitor attractions. Set within a magnificent 400-acre landscaped parkland, visitors can explore the beautifully restored Doneraile Court, formal gardens, woodland walks and abundant wildlife. Combining world-class heritage with stunning scenery, it offers the perfect complement to a day on the course.
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Mitchelstown Golf Club
Golf beneath the Galtee Mountains
Set beneath the dramatic Galtee Mountains, Mitchelstown Golf Club is one of Munster's finest parkland courses.
Founded in 1910 and located within the historic demesne of the former Mitchelstown Castle estate, the course combines mature tree-lined fairways, excellent greens and stunning mountain views. Rich in history and character, it offers a memorable round in one of Ireland's most fertile and scenic landscapes.
The club's renowned fourth hole is widely recognised as one of Ireland's Best 100 Golf Holes, offering golfers a truly memorable challenge in spectacular surroundings.
After your round, take time to explore Mitchelstown's elegant Georgian Quarter and be sure to book a brewery tour at Eight Degrees Brewing, where you can sample some of Ireland's finest craft beers in the heart of the Golden Vale.
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Stay in the Heart of the Action
A range of accommodation providers across Ballyhoura Country can help create a bespoke golf escape tailored to your interests and schedule.
Our accommodation partners can help arrange every aspect of your stay, including accommodation, tee times, dining reservations, airport transfers, golf transport and bespoke touring itineraries, ensuring a relaxed and hassle-free golf escape.
To book your stay and tee times, contact one of our accommodation partners:
Easy to Reach. Difficult to Leave.
Ballyhoura Country is ideally located for visitors arriving through Ireland's major airports and ferry ports.
Airports
- Cork Airport – approximately 1 hour
- Shannon Airport – approximately 1 hour
- Dublin Airport – approximately 2.5 hours
Ferry Ports
- Ringaskiddy (Cork) – approximately 1 hour
- Rosslare Europort – approximately 2 hours
- Dublin Port – approximately 2.5 hours
This central location makes Ballyhoura an ideal base for exploring Ireland's south-west while enjoying exceptional golf away from the crowds.
Start Planning Your Ballyhoura Golf Escape
Whether you're organising a golf trip with friends, a golf society tour or a longer Irish golfing holiday, we're here to help.
From accommodation and tee times to transport and local experiences, our accommodation partners can help create a seamless golfing escape tailored to your needs.
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