Bandon Dunes – Sheep(ishly)

by Elizabeth & Gary's Magic Bus Tour

For anyone who plays golf – The Old Course at St. Andrews is on the bucket list at No. 1! But, while waiting to get that accomplished, Bandon Dunes is closer and a bit more affordable. A very apt description of Bandon is ‘an adult golfer’s Disney Land’! Great links golf in a stunning setting – which means one never knows what they are going to get in the weather department;-( This year the Golf Gods knew this might be a last trip for a few years and they rolled out the red carpet. Our first two days spent in Bandon, OR were at a hotel just above (and within walking distance of) the old town – The Bandon Inn. The view was fantastic and the weather the best ever seen here!

The view from our hotel room – Old Town and the inlet.

For years people have recommended the local municipal course as an alternative to Bandon Dunes. But, the calendar always fills up with too many days of golf and playing this course – Bandon Crossings – never made it into the schedule. This year two extra days were built into the itinerary to see what the talk was about. And, Bandon Crossings did not disappoint. A great lower cost alternative to Bandon Dunes – on another beautiful morning.

The muni golf course, Bandon Crossings, was a little wet and steamy first thing in the morning.

After the scare of a VERY wet, pouring down rain Sunday, the move was made to our room at the Bandon Dunes Inn. Keeping fingers crossed, the curtains were opened Monday morning to the glorious sight of blue sky!! Bandon Dunes newest course – Sheep Ranch – was the target for the day. This course is one of five 18 hole courses (also a 13 hole par 3 and an 18 hole putting ‘punch bowl’) on the property and just opened last year. It quickly became E’s favorite;-) The pictures might give hints as to why –

Our first time playing Bandon Dunes newest course, the Sheep Ranch.

The views were spectacular.

The next day our second favorite course – Old MacDonald – was on the agenda. A bit cloudy – BUT, NO rain or wind! AND, the Golf Gods really made E’s day with that elusive birdie she had been trying for on THIS course for years;-)


We always enjoy seeing the iconic snag on the Old McDonald course.

Elizabeth’s first birdie at Bandon Dunes.👏👏👏🎉🎉

Stays at Bandon Dunes are always too short – BUT longer than the old legs can handle;-) So, another rainy day sent us packing with a rainbow for safe travels – –

So happy that we have the ability to enjoy such beautiful sights and wonderful activities. This is always a great end to a memorable summer. In three days Scottsdale will be in sight!

E & G headed for the barn

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