The stunning beauty of each hole can be seen winding through the giant dunes.

On the West Coast of Ireland, the hidden gem of Carne lies in magnificent unspoiled sand dunes overlooking Blacksod Bay and the wild Atlantic Ocean. Carne Golf Links was the last links course to be designed by the late Eddie Hackett and it is now believed by many who have played it to be his greatest challenge.

From the 1st shot to the last, every yard of Carne is simply special.

The first nine holes opened in 1992. Play began on the second nine in 1993 and the clubhouse was completed in 1995. Carne has gone on to become one of the premium links golf courses in Ireland and was recently voted 7th in the top 100 golf courses in the UK & Ireland. The links is surrounded by wild and ancient landscape. Tees and greens occurred naturally and there are some breathtaking views of the legendary islands of Inis Glóire and Inis Géidhe.

One of the best hidden gems of Ireland can be found here in Mayo.