and rentals. On our trip we experienced two very different options. The Old Course Hotel sits beside the famous 17th ‘Road Hole’ on the Old Course. Golfers must hit their drive over a two-story building attached to the hotel to find the best route to the green. Owned by the Kohler family from Wisconsin, everything is first class. Words to the wise, rooms run upwards of $600 per night, so plan accordingly. If you would like to avoid the hustle and bustle of the Old Toon, there are several small villages within a 20-mile radius of St. Andrews that offer various accommodation packages. Charleton House is located just outside of St. Andrews near the coastline at Leven. It has been owned by the same family for 11 generations, dating back to 1749. The old castle still sits on the property, as well as several new eco-lodges that sleep 5-6 people. They include a kitchen, sitting room and back deck that looks down to the Firth of Forth. These provide lodging for golfers visiting the nearby courses, hunters that come for pheasant season and bikers traversing the beautiful Scottish countryside. The property also includes an 18-hole course opened in 1995, that saw former President George Bush on hand to officially open the course. Where to Dine The Old Course Hotel offers the Swilcan Loft that sits on the top floor of the hotel and provides a full panorama of the Old Course. The Road Hole Café serves breakfast and lunch. The Jigger Inn is also attached to the Old Course Hotel and guests dining al fresco are always in peril of a wayward golf ball from the 17th tee finding its way into their repast. The Old Tom Morris Bar & Grill is in the clubhouse for the St. Andrews Links. It is the perfect place for a traditional Scottish lunch between rounds and sits near the first tees of the New and Jubilee Links. Hams Hane Pub & Grill is a short chip away from the 18th green behind the R&A Clubhouse. It offers a variety of sandwiches and delectable treats, as well as a complete list of adult beverages. These are only a sampling of the enjoyable pubs and eateries to be found in St. Andrews. You can sample the rest when you visit the Home of Golf. Final Word Remember nearly every course is walking only. Push carts and caddies are available. Taking a caddie especially at the Old Course, Kingsbarns, Crail, Carnoustie and Dumbarnie are highly recommended. Brian Weis posts news and information about golf travel at: https://golftrips.com/.
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