About the course
Championship parkland golf in Port Stephens bushland, near Newcastle
Pacific Dunes is a public 18-hole championship parkland course in Medowie, New South Wales, established in 2005 and set within 135 hectares of bushland in the Port Stephens region, around 25 minutes from Newcastle and two hours from Sydney. The course features Bentgrass greens and Santa Ana Couch fairways. Facilities include a pro shop, restaurant and bar (the Greenhouse), cart hire, club hire, coaching and parking. The venue also hosts weddings, functions and events.
Players consistently describe Pacific Dunes as a challenging, scenic layout that rewards thoughtful club selection, with the bushland setting and water hazards adding both beauty and difficulty. The greens earn particularly strong praise for rolling true and staying fast and well-maintained even in wet conditions, while fairway conditioning draws more mixed feedback and can vary, especially during dry spells. Reviewers frequently single out the friendly, accommodating pro shop and event staff, and the Greenhouse restaurant and bar is widely appreciated for good food and a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. Beyond golf, the venue has a strong reputation for weddings and functions, with guests highlighting smooth organisation and memorable celebrations. Overall, it leaves the impression of a polished, community-minded destination where the on-course experience is complemented by excellent hospitality.
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