Sandy Lane's Old Nine is the original golf course at this historic Barbados resort, rooted in the island's colonial sporting heritage. The nine-hole layout occupies the grounds of what was once a sugar plantation, and the course retains the character of its setting within the lush tropical landscape of the northwest coast. The holes wind through mature trees and open pasture, with the Caribbean Sea visible from elevated points on the property. The Old Nine serves primarily as a complementary course for Sandy Lane's resort guests and members, offering a shorter, more accessible routing than the resort's championship courses. The design reflects traditional Caribbean golf architecture, with relatively modest length and straightforward hole configurations that suit the tropical climate and the casual play the course encourages. Greens are well-maintained and present moderate challenge without the technical difficulty of longer layouts. The course is deeply embedded in Sandy Lane's identity as one of the Caribbean's premier resort destinations. Play on the Old Nine is typically reserved for hotel guests and club members, making it a private experience rather than a public venue. The nine holes provide an intimate introduction to golf at Sandy Lane and serve as a practical option for those seeking a quick round or a warm-up before play on the resort's other courses. The setting and heritage of the property—its plantation history and evolution into a world-renowned hospitality destination—give the Old Nine particular character within Barbados golf.