Waterford Castle Golf Club is the only true island course in Ireland. The course is situated in the estuary of the River Suir. This 18-hole par 72 championship standard course was designed by a team headed by Des Smyth, a member of the European Tour for over 25 years and who also played in the Ryder Cup.

With sand-based tees and greens and a full irrigation system to tees, greens and fairways, the course also features many mature plantations, a number of artificial lakes to add to the beautiful parkland setting and superb bunkering, strategically placed to test the long hitter. At 6,790 yards off the back tees, the course will present a real challenge for the discerning golfer wishing to test his or her skill in magnificent location.

Highlights of the course include the 3rd called the Bridge of Sigh and the 16th called Des's Favourite. Building of the course was completed in the Autumn of 1991 with the formal public opening taking place in September. The quality of the finished product was immediately evident and received very favourable comment from many informed sources.