Designed by the acclaimed architect David McLay-Kidd and officially opened in October 2023, the 18-hole golf course is unique with the outstanding quality of its design, maintenance and customer service. The par-71 layout won instant acclaim in 2023, including being named as the ‘World's and Europe’s Best New Golf Course’ at the 2023 World Go Designed by the acclaimed architect David McLay-Kidd and officially opened in October 2023, the 18-hole golf course is unique with the outstanding quality of its design, maintenance and customer service. The par-71 layout won instant acclaim in 2023, including being named as the ‘World's and Europe’s Best New Golf Course’ at the 2023 World Golf Awards and being ranked ninth in Golf World magazine’s respected industry poll of the ‘Top 100 Golf Courses in Continental Europe’ for 2023-2024.
The Dunas Course was given the highest- ever ranking for a new golf course. It scored a total of 81 points to make it the number one golf course in Portugal and the second in the Iberian Peninsula. The course was also distinguished as the "Best Golf Club in Portugal" by Leading Courses prestigious Golfers Choice awards in 2024.