Tucked into the Vale of Avoca, Woodenbridge Hotel & Lodge is a quietly scenic base for a Wicklow and Dublin golf break. You're in proper countryside here, with the River Aughrim running close by, but you can still dip into Dublin for a night out if your group fancies swapping fairways for a few pints.
The big draw is the location for golf. Woodenbridge Golf Club is right next door, which makes early tee times painless, and you've got a strong shortlist of headline courses within touring distance. Druids Glen is an easy run from here, and Dublin heavy-hitters like The K Club and Portmarnock Links are very doable for a day trip. If you're building a multi-course itinerary around Wicklow and the capital, it works well as a relaxed hub where you can play, eat well and reset for the next day.
Off the course, there's plenty to keep non-golfers (or the "I'll-play-three-rounds-not-four" crowd) happy. The valley scenery is the kind you'll actually notice, even after 18 holes, and there's fishing on the River Aughrim or nearby at Lough Dan if you want a change of pace between rounds. The setting is genuinely beautiful, all rolling hills and river valleys, and it feels like you're properly away from it all without being stranded.
If you're after a golf tour of Wicklow that feels authentically Irish, without being miles from the action, Woodenbridge is a very safe bet.
Who is this for?
Golfers, couples and small groups who want a quiet Wicklow base with straightforward access to Dublin and a strong mix of parkland and championship courses.
Who is it best for?
Societies and friends' trips that value a relaxed bar, quality dining and an easy "play, eat, sleep, repeat" setup next to Woodenbridge Golf Club.