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The Renaissance Club is one of the newest additions to the world-famous stretch of East Lothian coastline otherwise known as Scotland’s Golf Coast.

The Renaissance Club is nestled on 300 picturesque acres along the Firth of Forth and is the newest addition to Scotland’s Golf Coast, joining historic neighbours North Berwick Golf Club, Muirfield, and Gullane Golf Club. The Renaissance Club offers classic links golf and was designed by renowned golf course architect Tom Doak, known for his minimalist designs that incorporate the natural features of the land. The Renaissance Club offers a range of luxurious facilities and unapparelled service, including cuisine prepared by Great Britain Masterchef Enrico Gusella, a spa, gymnasium and treatment areas, perfectly appointed locker rooms, a beautiful bar, a fabulous dining experience and 24 luxurious lodging rooms. Members and guests are presented with a golfing experience guaranteed to last a lifetime at The Renaissance Club.

The Renaissance Club becomes the host of the ASI Scottish Open 2019 and ASI Scottish Open Ladies in 2019.

History

The Renaissance Club was founded in 2008 by the Sarvadi family. Their passion for golf was instilled in them by their father and the Club serves as tribute to him, to the home golf, and to golfers around the world who enjoy spending time with friends and family and a day on the links. Like historic venues St Andrews, Gleneagles, and Carnoustie, The Renaissance Club will host the 2019 Scottish Open. Among many other events, the Club hosted the 2016 British Boys Amateur Championship (with co-host partner Muirfield) and the 2017 Scottish Seniors Open, and in 2018 was one of four Final Qualifying venues for the Open Championship.

Over the past decade, the Renaissance Club has hosted the British Boys Amateur Championship in 2016, the Scottish Senior Open in 2017 and the World Amateur Tour 2018. The Renaissance Club continues to build upon its excellent relationship with the R&A following on from hosting top class players from around the world as a Final Qualifying venue for The Open Championship for the first time this Summer before becoming the ASI Scottish Opens venue in 2019.

Golf Course

The course was designed by renowned golf course architect Tom Doak, who has 4 courses ranked among the top 100 in the world according to the "Top 100 Courses in the World" list compiled by Golf Magazine. The Renaissance Club was founded on respect for the traditions of the game. Tom Doak was hired to create a world-class course with regard to his renowned ability to move very little earth; showcasing the natural features of an incredible property such as Renaissance. The greens crew hail from the local area and have vast experience of links turf. The condition of the course is paramount and has already resulted in the Renaissance Club being approached with regard to hosting major international tournaments. At over 7300 yards, par 71, the back tees are not for the fainthearted. Fear not as the variety of tees (7300-5500 yards) allows members to mix and match teeing grounds on a hole-by-hole basis, usually dependent on the wind. The club is also home to a fantastic practice area. At 400 yards long, stocked with Titleist Pro V1 balls and sheltered in the trees, our range gives you the opportunity to hone your game with our highly trained professional staff. In keeping with the family ethos the club run children’s camps, regular ladies mornings and of course one on one lesson options.

Accommodation The Renaissance Club offers members and their guests spacious, luxury accommodation in the form of 24 luxurious lodging rooms, within yards of the 1st tee, practice range and putting green. The hallmark of The Renaissance Club experience is ready access to golf and clubhouse amenities with impeccable service. An added bonus is the short distance to Edinburgh City Centre (approximate 30 minute drive). Allowing golfers to enjoy the other great golf in the region while staying in luxury lodging at The Renaissance Club. Relaxing and inspirational views of Fidra Island and the lighthouse enhance the beauty of the Firth of Forth. Fidra is thought to have inspired Robert Louis Stevenson as he wrote his famous work “Treasure Island.”

Overlooking the club's 14th tee, two new luxurious Villas at Renaissance are being built and will be completed by May 2019. The Villas at Renaissance offer the perfect escape in the most tranquil of settings. With world-class facilities, exceptional luxurious accommodation, sleeping up to 28 in their 14 bedrooms, they are complete with log burning fires, rare drams, access to hidden beaches and sumptuous dining, the Villas at Renaissance provide an unforgettable experience for any occasion. The Villas also offer exceptional business facilities, including conference rooms for up to 40 people with the latest in digital presentation facilities, and even space for the ultimate car launch. Due to be completed in May 2019, the Villas beautiful surroundings are what make the Villas at Renaissance so special for any family, social or business occasion.