Cedar-Clad Pavilion Serves Gourmet Fare at Bandon Dunes
Discover the cedar pavilion at Ghost Tree Grill, a modern culinary hub on Bandon Dunes that blends sleek design with Oregon’s rugged coastal scenery.
The new Ghost Tree Grill at Bandon Dunes Golf Resort showcases a cedar‑clad culinary pavilion that blends modern design with the rugged Oregon coast.
Design that reflects the setting
Scott Edwards Architecture’s Ghost Tree Grill sits on the Old Macdonald course, a hole known for its sweeping views of sand dunes and evergreens. The building’s asymmetrical gabled roof and cedar siding are meant to weather naturally, echoing the surrounding forest while standing out as a contemporary addition. Walls of glass form a “glass‑y jewel box,” offering diners panoramic sights of the fairway and the 50‑ to 60‑foot Port Orford cedar that gives the restaurant its name.
Positioned on a hillside, the pavilion is visible from the 18th green, a visual cue that encourages golfers to linger after their round. The entryway resembles a modest portal; once inside, the space opens to a lively dining room, a central bar with a live‑edge wood top, and a floor‑to‑ceiling concrete fireplace that separates the bar from the formal area. The design deliberately moves visitors from subtlety to a more expansive experience.
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Interior spaces and material palette
Inside, the material choices stay true to the site. End‑grain Douglas fir flooring runs beneath moss‑green and mushroom‑leather steakhouse booths, each hand‑tufted and slightly relaxed in silhouette. Leather bar seats and wood tabletops continue the earthy tone, while natural green tile ties the interior to the exterior landscaping. Oversized industrial pendants hang from cathedral‑height ceilings, highlighting the open volume.
A 1,000‑bottle wine library lines a secondary dining area, doubling as a service station. Two perpendicular wings extend from the main room, each lined with windows that frame the golf course like picture frames. Between them, an outdoor courtyard hosts a fire pit and additional seating, creating a seamless flow between indoor and outdoor dining.
Staff logistics were also a focus. Back‑of‑house areas are sizable, supporting the restaurant’s fine‑dining operations. The layout offers multiple zones for guests—whether at the bar, beside the fireplace, in private booths, or at intimate tables—aiming to keep the experience fresh for repeat visitors.
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The concrete fireplace adds an industrial contrast, a detail that might feel out of place to some but provides a visual anchor for the space.
In the broader context of hospitality design, the Ghost Tree Grill illustrates how a single project can set a precedent for future development at resorts that prioritize both guest experience and environmental harmony. By integrating the building with its natural surroundings, the design reinforces a trend toward architecture that respects its setting while offering modern comforts.
Ghost Tree Grill’s opening adds a new venue for upscale food and beverage service at Bandon Dunes, a resort already celebrated for its world‑class golf. The pavilion’s thoughtful placement and material choices aim to complement the resort’s reputation while providing an inviting space for both golfers and non‑golfing visitors.
