Grok says… Old Petty at Cabot Highlands is the highly anticipated second 18-hole championship course, a masterful Tom Doak design that pays homage to classic Scottish links while feeling timeless and organic. Set on rolling former farmland transformed into rumpled, strategic terrain with gravelly-sandy base, the par-71 layout meanders along a tidal estuary, winds through expansive hillsides, incorporates natural contours, and features clever use of historic landmarks—including close encounters with the 400-year-old Castle Stuart and the 1839 Old Petty Church—plus quirky touches like a beached fishing boat as a target and a bothy sheltering a green. After a successful preview play period in summer 2025, Old Petty officially opened in spring 2026, earning early praise for its subtle drama, strategic depth, risk-reward opportunities, firmer and more “authentic” links feel compared to its neighbor, and breathtaking views across the Moray Firth, distant Highlands, and Culloden Moor. It’s approachable yet challenging, with generous fairways rewarding thoughtful play in the wind, making it a perfect complement to Castle Stuart.
Scottish Highlands Members Tour '26 
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