Watson Links Experience

Be among the first to play the newly reimagined Cashen Course, redesigned under the vision of Tom Watson.

As summer moves into late August, Ballybunion enters a new chapter. The Cashen Course, long known for its dramatic dunes and Atlantic setting, has been reimagined under the vision of Tom Watson. The result is a links experience shaped by tradition, strategy and the natural movement of the land.

At Teach de Broc, the experience begins before the first tee. Arrive to dinner, settle into the calm of the house, wake to breakfast overlooking the course, then walk across the road to play one of the most anticipated new golf experiences in Ireland.

Just steps from the First Tee

Walk from breakfast overlooking the course to the first tee in a minute.

Award Winning Hospitality

Stay at a family run boutique hotel recognised for warmth, care and attention to detail.

Stay & Play the New Tom Watson designed Links at Ballybunion

A complete late summer golf experience with dinner, breakfast, boutique accommodation and your round on the newly reimagined Cashen Course.

Watson Links Experience at Ballybunion
From August 18th, Ballybunion enters a new chapter with the opening of the newly reimagined Cashen Course, redesigned under the vision of Tom Watson. The Watson Links Experience at Teach de Broc brings together golf, dinner, breakfast and boutique accommodation in one carefully arranged late summer stay.

Golf Accommodation Beside Ballybunion Golf Club
After your journey to Ballybunion, settle into the comfort of Teach de Broc, directly opposite the clubhouse. Our rooms offer calm, space and ease before or after your round, with the rare convenience of staying just minutes from the first tee.

Dinner at Teach de Broc Before Your Round
Dinner is central to the experience. Spend the evening in our restaurant, where seasonal cooking, warm service and a relaxed atmosphere create the kind of night that belongs naturally to a proper golf trip.

Breakfast Overlooking Ballybunion Golf Club
Morning begins with breakfast overlooking the course. Take your time, enjoy a fresh start to the day and walk across to Ballybunion Golf Club ready for your round on the newly reimagined Watson Links.

Play the Reimagined Cashen Course at Ballybunion
The reimagined Cashen Course brings fresh clarity to one of Ireland’s most dramatic links landscapes. With improved routing, strategic bunkering, rebuilt greens and a stronger sense of rhythm through the dunes, the course now offers a distinct companion to the Old Course.

Limited Late Summer Golf Availability in Ballybunion
This is a limited late summer experience. August and September are peak golf months in Ballybunion, and demand for preferred dates is expected to be strong. Early enquiry is recommended, especially for golfers seeking specific tee times or additional nights.

A New Golf Experience on the Dunes of Ballybunion

As summer moves into late August, Ballybunion enters a new chapter
The Cashen Course, long known for its dramatic dunes and Atlantic setting, has been reimagined under the vision of Tom Watson. The result is a links experience shaped by tradition, strategy and the natural movement of the land. At Teach de Broc, the experience begins before the first tee. Arrive to dinner, settle into the calm of the house, wake to breakfast overlooking the course, then walk across the road to play one of the most anticipated new golf experiences in Ireland.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The package includes overnight accommodation at Teach de Broc, dinner, breakfast and one round on the newly reimagined Cashen Course at Ballybunion.
The experience begins from August 18th, with limited availability across late August and September.
Yes. The Watson Links Experience refers to the newly reimagined Cashen Course at Ballybunion, redesigned under the vision of Tom Watson.
Teach de Broc is directly opposite Ballybunion Golf Club, allowing guests to walk from the hotel to the first tee in minutes.
You can book online where available, but for preferred tee times, group sizes or extra nights, direct enquiry is recommended.
Yes. The package is available from €450 single occupancy, subject to availability.
Yes. Non golfing guests can enjoy dinner, breakfast, the rooms, the coastline and the relaxed atmosphere of Teach de Broc while golfers play.