Newtownmountkennedy, Co. Wicklow

Known as "the Augusta of Europe", the 400 acre Druids Glen estate is one of the finest resorts in Europe. It comprises two quite spectacular golf courses and clubhouse, a five star Marriott Hotel, leisure centre and health & fitness spa and a wildlife preserve. All the facilities are unashamedly luxurious, designed to create a haven of parkland tranquillity nestling amongst the most magnificent countryside of the Garden of Ireland – Co. Wicklow.

Delivering a world class performance is nothing new to this fine resort and its management. Opened in 1995, Druids Glen hosted the Irish Open on four consecutive occasions between 1996 and 1999. In 2001 and again in 2005 it has been honoured with the highly prestigious "European Golf Course of the Year" Award by the International Association of Golf Tour Operators.

In 2004 it was also presented with the Ireland's Best Award for Service Excellence for a record third year in a row. It is the first and only golf club in Ireland to achieve the prestigious award and joins a select group of just twelve top businesses who made the grade for a third year in a row.

The Druids Glen Resort lies on the grounds that formed part of the Woodstock Estate, part of Sir Wentworth’s extensive landholding in the 17th Century. The centrepiece of the estate is the stately Woodstock House, which has been magnificently refurbished to host the clubhouse. In the early 1990s a consortium of Irish businessmen bought the estate and carefully planned and developed the golf resort in keeping with the stunning landscape in which it is situated. The Druids Glen name originates from the pre-Christian Druid’s altar that lies near the 12th Green.

Woodstock Demesne
In the heart of Druids Glen is a new development of wonderful spacious homes called Woodstock Demesne. Here there will be a range of dramatic detached family houses and luxurious holiday homes. Woodstock Demesne will be located between Druids Heath and Druids Glen golf courses and most of the homes will enjoy superb views over the 14 and 15th holes of Druids Glen. The entrance to Woodstock Demesne will be from the Druids Heath entrance, close to the Marriott Hotel.

McInerney Homes, in partnership with Druids Glen, is developing these prestigious residences. There will be a range of 4 and 5 bedroom, detached homes ranging in size between 2500 and 3100 square feet. These houses are being built on large sites and most will have breathtaking views. In addition, there will be 16 very large townhouses of c.1450sq.ft. These holiday homes will also have excellent views and all of the homes will be built to an exceptionally high standard with state-of-the-art kitchens, luxurious bathrooms and large bright reception rooms. Each of the houses has excellent outside space with a deck and balcony area provided.
Just to make sure you feel at home, all houses come with one full membership to Druids Glen golf course.

Druids Glen
Druids Glen Golf Course, designed by Pat Ruddy and Tom Craddock, created the golfer’s paradise amongst thousands of mature trees, and incorporating water features. Its challenges will put even highly experienced golfers to the test.

Druids Heath
“Nature’s gift to golf”. It offers a totally different playing environment to Druids Glen contrasting in both appearance and texture. With the Sugarloaf Mountains as a backdrop, it boasts magnificent views of the Irish Sea.

Hotel & Leisure Centre
The 5 star Marriott Druids Glen Hotel is but a short stroll from these stately homes. With views overlooking the 13th tee, it is Ireland’s first Marriott Hotel and facilities include 148 superbly fitted bedrooms, a health and fitness spa, a selection of bars and restaurants and a wide range of conference and banqueting suites.

Health & Fitness Spa

• 18 metre swimming pool with whirlpool.
  
• Sauna and steam room complemented by aromatic solarium, cool plunge pool and grotto feature showers.
  
• Serene beauty treatment salon offering a full range of treatments.
  
• Extensive fitness facility featuring the latest equipment.
  

Sanctuary For Wildlife
The managers of the 400-acre resort are committed to sustaining the wildlife that thrives throughout the rolling parklands. With the creation of a wild bird sanctuary, they aim to conserve and enhance the natural habitat for a wide variety of indigenous Irish birds, benefiting golfers, the resort and the locality.

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