Castle Stuart Golf Links, Inverness
Par 72, 7,009 yards
Website: www.castlestuartgolf.com
The course: Opened in 2009 and co-designed by Mark Parsinen and Gil Hanse, this highly acclaimed modern links set on the Moray Firth affords striking views of the Kessock bridge and Chanonry lighthouse. It has, despite its infancy, hosted the European Tour’s Scottish Open on a number of occasions, and is well-placed as one of the world’s best new courses.
Signature hole: At 305 yards, the third hole plays straight towards the water’s edge. Throw in a couple of well-place pot bunkers and you have one of the finest short par 4s in the UK.
What makes it special? Alongside spectacular views, the wild looking waste bunkers give clear definition to a wonderful test of golf.