Port St Mary is a lovely choice for golfers who want an Isle of Man golf holiday with sea views, harbour charm and a quieter south-coast feel. Set on the island’s southern coast, it has a classic small-harbour setting, with Chapel Beach close to the village, cafés, toilets, independent shops, a pub, yacht club and harbour walks all nearby. From the beach, you can stroll over the “cat-walk” towards the inner and outer harbours, while the breakwater is also popular for pier fishing.

Golf is close rather than right in the village, which makes Port St Mary a peaceful base for a wider Isle of Man golf break. Rowany Golf Club in nearby Port Erin is the most convenient option, offering an 18-hole, par-70 course of 5,722 yards from the white tees. The club highlights the superb views from across the course, especially the 18th, where Port Erin Bay and the Irish Sea open up ahead of you.

For a bigger links test, Castletown Golf Links is also within easy reach on the Langness Peninsula. Surrounded by sea on three sides, it has roots connected to Old Tom Morris, with later design influence from Dr Alister MacKenzie and Philip Mackenzie Ross.

Away from golf, Port St Mary is ideal for coastal walks, harbour views, diving, fishing and relaxed island exploring. Hashtag Golf Travel can help plan the right tee times, hotels, travel route and wider Isle of Man itinerary.