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Links
land is a geological rarity. Less than one percent
of all courses in Europe are championship links.
Waterville is honoured to be included among the
very best of these in a prestigious Golf World
survey.
It
is one of the oldest Irish clubs, having been
founded in 1897 with the arrival of the trans-Atlantic
telegraph cable from the United States. After
80 years of play, the original nine hole course
was redesigned by the famous Irish golf architect,
Eddie Hackett and the late owner, John A. Mulcahy.
Today
Waterville is truly mystical. The course gradually
introduces the player to its special tempo and
rhythm and concludes with a symphony of links
beauty. From Henry Cotton to Ray Floyd, all have
praised its perfection.
The
clubhouse is unique with ocean vistas, golf art,
antique memorabilia and the warm ambience of its
members. The restaurant and pub feature fresh
seafood, Irish fare and the best pint in Kerry,
all served by the glow of turf fires.
The
Links resort includes Waterville House, the owner's
residence and a four star 18th century manor.
Guests enjoy preferential access to the Links
and one of the finest salmon and trout fisheries
in Ireland.
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