Barnbougle Dunes Golf Club

Barnbougle Dunes, an 18-hole, par‑71 links course near Bridport on Tasmania’s north‑east coast, opened in December 2004. Designed by Tom Doak and Mike Clayton, it is Australia’s first true modern links and consistently ranks among the world’s elite public-access courses

Location & Natural Environment

Set across towering coastal dunes and overlooking the Bass Strait, the course features fescue‑lined fairways and greens with dramatic undulations. The front nine winds through dune saddles, while the back nine opens to panoramic ocean vistas and views of Bridport

 Design & Key Features

• Strategic and visually stunning layout featuring wide fairways framed by bold dunes—with sand bunkers and firm, fast fescue greens echoing traditional Scottish links .
• Signature holes include the 4th—a 271 m par‑4 known as 'Homestead' with a cavernous bunker—and the famed par‑3 7th, nicknamed Tom’s Little Devil
• Greens, running true and fast, are set upon ridged, dune‑shaped contours, enhancing strategy and challenge

Facilities & Amenities

• Clubhouse & Dining: The dunes-perched clubhouse offers a full-service restaurant, bar, change rooms, and panoramic views
• Practice Facilities: Includes a driving range, chipping greens with bunkers, and large putting greens
• Pro Shop, Caddie & Cart Hire: Offers gear, lessons, carts, and professional advising.
• Accommodation: On-site two-bedroom cottages (22 units) and larger villas (4‑bedroom) with ensuite bathrooms, living areas, full amenities, and ocean views.

Prestige & Recognition

• #1 public‑access course in Australia (Australian Golf Magazine), #2 overall (Golf Australia), and ranked within the world’s top 100 (U.S. Golf Digest)
• Widely praised by critics:

“Absolutely stunning… one of the best courses in the world” — Geoff Ogilvy “Its holes seared into memory… only Royal Melbourne’s West Course has more great holes in Australia” — Golf Australia judge.