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Sandy Hills Links

Sandy Hills Links at Rosapenna is a large, modern links by Pat Ruddy and Frank Casey Sr., routed through towering dunes along the Atlantic and known for its movement, scale and ever-present wind.

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  • Airport: Donegal - 55 mins
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Sandy Hills Links

Rosapenna Golf Resort

A course where scale and terrain shape every shot.

Designed by Pat Ruddy and Frank Casey Sr.

A modern links routed with intent through natural dunes

Over 7,200 yards from the back tees

A demanding test where length and control both matter

Dunes define every hole

Elevated tees and valleys create constant variation

Atlantic winds in play throughout

Conditions change daily, shaping how the course is played

Host of Carr Golf's Father and Daughter Tournament

Held every July across Rosapenna's three courses

Part of Rosapenna’s three-course offering

Easily paired with St Patrick’s and Old Tom Morris Links

Sandy Hills Links at Rosapenna opened in 2003, designed by Pat Ruddy and Frank Casey Sr. on a vast stretch of dune land overlooking the Atlantic in County Donegal. From the outset, the intention was to create a course that embraced the natural scale of the terrain, and that sense of space is felt on every hole. 

The fairways climb and fall through high ridges and sheltered valleys, with blind and semi-blind shots adding to the experience rather than detracting from it. At over 7,200 yards, it is a demanding walk, but one that rewards thoughtful positioning as much as power. The wind is rarely absent and often decisive, particularly on the more exposed holes. As part of Rosapenna’s trio, Sandy Hills sits comfortably between the heritage of the Old Tom Morris Links and the modern refinement of St Patrick’s Links.

 

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Sean Benville
Alison Duffin
Susan McCann

Designed specifically for you.

From the first tee to the final craic at the 19th hole and beyond, let our expert planners curate your perfect journey. Backed by decades of family tradition, we handle every detail so you can focus on the game.

Plan with our team

Designed specifically for you.

From the first tee to the final craic at the 19th hole and beyond, let our expert planners curate your perfect journey. Backed by decades of family tradition, we handle every detail so you can focus on the game.

Sean Benville

Sean Benville

Trip Planning Manager

Alison Duffin

Alison Duffin

Events Manager

Susan McCann

Susan McCann

Chief Operating Officer