White Witch Golf Club
A legendary course in the heart of Rose Hall
With 16 of the 18 holes offering stunning views of the Caribbean Sea, White Witch Golf Course is nestled among lush vegetation on the famous Rose Hall Plantation, just outside Montego Bay.
Jamaica
- Number of holes: 18
- Architects: Robert Von Hagge, Michael Smelek and Rick Baril
- Year: 2000
- PAR 72
- Type: links tropical
- Slope 139
- Distance: 6180m
The journey & its history
This unique course takes its name from the mysterious "White Witch of Rose Hall", Annie Palmer, a historical figure from the early 19th century. This former plantation mistress, renowned for her voodoo practices, her cruelty towards her slaves and the murder of three husbands, still haunts local legends.
Inaugurated in 2000, this course was designed by the renowned trio Robert von Hagge, Michael Smelek and Rick Baril, also responsible for the neighboring renovation of Cinnamon Hill. Located in a wild and rocky area, the layout offers intimidating-looking holes with winding fairways and demanding carries.
Route & Infrastructure
The course begins with a spectacular par 5, where the player descends from the tee towards a fairway which rises sharply, passing well-placed bunkers to reach a small semi-blind pulpit-shaped green. Among the unforgettable moments, the par 3 of the 17th hole particularly stands out: the white sand bunkers surround a deep green green, with a solitary tree silhouetted against the azure background of the ocean.
The golf experience here is impeccable: pewter plaques engraved with the golfer's name, white-clad caddies — nicknamed “concierges” — who provide attentive, personalized service. But if you encounter some difficulties, don't blame the legend of Annie Palmer, whose spirit is still said to roam the plantation...
