Cabot Citrus Farms - Cabot's First Destination in the United States

Alex Elias

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It has been 12 years since the opening of the first course at Cabot Cape Breton, and today, Cabot Links (2011) and Cabot Cliffs (2015) are ranked #39 and #10, respectively, on Golf Digest’s World 100 Greatest Courses. Since then, Cabot has expanded to Cabot St. Lucia, Cabot Highlands in Scotland, and Cabot Revelstoke in British Columbia (Coming 2025). In October 2024, Cabot will debut its first U.S. destination, Cabot Citrus Farms, featuring two 18-hole courses, a 9-hole course, and an 11-hole Par-3 course—making it one of the most anticipated new golf courses of 2024.

Karoo
Designed by Kyle Franz, renowned for his restorations at Mid Pines Inn & Club, Pine Needles Lodge and Golf Club, and Southern Pines Golf Club, Karoo features numerous fairways over 75 yards wide, though course management remains key, as seven holes offer split fairways. Large waste areas, cross bunkers, and center-line traps force players to carefully weigh the left or right side off the tee, factoring in club selection and pin location. The expansive greens—many over 10,000 square feet—showcase Franz’s bold design, with the opening hole featuring a massive double green shared with No. 6. Routed on the former site of World Woods Golf Club (Pine Barrens), Franz removed thousands of trees, opening the property to sweeping topography and expansive waste areas.
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The Squeeze
Designed by Mike Nuzzo, the 9-hole course plays just under 3,000 yards. With short Par-4s, dramatic Par-3s, and a 559-yard Par-5, The Squeeze is “full of fun and drama.”

The Wedge
Designed by Mike Nuzzo, the 11-hole Par-3 course totals exactly 1,000 yards. The shortest hole, No. 6, plays 70 yards, while No. 9 stretches to 115 yards. Though only a wedge or two and a putter are needed, don’t be deceived by the yardages—Nuzzo saved some of his most dramatic features for holes like No. 5 and No. 10. With lights and music throughout the course, The Wedge provides the perfect way to close out a memorable day.

Media Day
When I received my invitation to Media Day at Cabot Citrus Farms, I immediately accepted—and soon after, began counting down the days. To say Cabot Citrus Farms delivered would be a vast understatement. Thanks to the lights on The Wedge, I was able to play all 38 open holes, and while the architectural brilliance of each course is certainly impressive, the vibe across the property is unmatched. Whether it’s embracing the risk-reward nature across the property, enjoying the Comfort Stations on Karoo, or taking in the view from The Porch overlooking The Wedge, it’s easy to envision players enjoying a day as memorable as any with friends and family.