Hole 4 at The Renaissance Club

Par 4 • 418 Yards • Dirleton, Scotland

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<p>Hole 4 marks the approach to The Renaissance Club's celebrated dunes-side stretch, setting the tone with a demanding par 4 that rewards precision off the tee. Its firm, undulating fairway and strategically placed hazards challenge golfers to balance aggression with control, foreshadowing the course's renowned links character.</p>

Tees:

418y

Green:56y × 26y

Fairway @250y:41y wide

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 418 yds
Green: 8692 sq ft

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

This par 4 stretches to 418 yards, so club selection off the tee is critical. Favor a driver or 3-wood that leaves a comfortable approach, aiming to take advantage of the fairway's generous 40-yard width at the 250-yard mark to set up an angle into the green.

tee shot

With the fairway measuring 40 yards wide at 250 yards, there's room to shape the tee shot, but players should still favor the side that opens up the best angle to the green given the hole's demanding length.

green

The large green (8,692 sq ft, 56 by 26 yards) offers plenty of target area, but its elongated shape means significant distance can separate front and back pin positions—club selection should account for exactly where the flag is located.

green

Given the green's 56-yard length, players should prioritize hitting the correct section of the putting surface rather than just finding the green, as long birdie or par putts can result from misjudging the target zone.

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This 418-yard par 4 is ideal for working on your driver accuracy. Launch monitors from $600 let you practice this exact shot with real course data from home.

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Scoring Tip

Focus on getting your approach inside 20 feet. Two putts from there and you walk away with par.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best strategy off the tee?

For this 418-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 4?

This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers. Key challenges include: large green requiring good lag putting.

How big is the green on hole 4?

The green is large and can play quite long. The green is wider than it is deep, rewarding shots that find the correct tier. Three-putt territory if you don't manage your approach distance well.

What's a good score on hole 4?

This hole is a demanding hole where bogey is not unusual. This longer par 4 will test most golfers. Focus on position over distance.

Can I watch hole 4 at the Genesis Scottish Open in person?

Yes — the Genesis Scottish Open at The Renaissance Club is one of the PGA Tour's most-attended events, drawing over 200,000 spectators across the week. Hole 4 is a popular viewing spot. StubHub typically lists single-day grounds passes starting around $75–$150, with premium grandstand and hospitality options available for serious fans. Prices tend to climb as the tournament approaches, so buying early often saves 30–40%. Buy Genesis Scottish Open tickets on StubHub →

Can I practice hole 4 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for The Renaissance Club. You can play this exact 418-yard par 4 shot-by-shot at home. Entry-level options like the SkyTrak+ (around $2,500) and Garmin Approach R10 (around $600) support course play, while premium systems from Trackman and Foresight offer tour-level accuracy. Most systems pay for themselves in a season or two versus green fees and range balls. Shop home golf simulators →