About the course
Victor East's 1921 links by the coast at Barwon Heads
Barwon Heads Golf Course is an 18-hole, par-70 links course in Barwon Heads, Victoria, measuring 5,626 metres and featuring 56 bunkers. Designed by Victor East and established in 1921, it is available for daily-fee play. Facilities include a driving range, putting green, pro shop, restaurant and dining, coaching, cart and club hire, and parking.
Players consistently describe Barwon Heads as a genuine links test, with an honest, fully exposed layout where what you see is what you get. The condition draws particular praise, and the greens are frequently singled out as among the best some visitors have played in Australia. The heritage clubhouse, dining and accommodation are widely admired, often called beautiful and comfortable, with the evening meals earning strong reviews. While a handful of guests feel the green fees sit at a premium for the area, the overall reputation is of a traditional, well-presented coastal course with a welcoming setting.
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