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Cabot Cape Breton

Courses
3
From
$975
Best for
Buddies

Cabot Cape Breton — overview

Cabot Cape Breton is a destination golf resort on the Gulf of St. Lawrence in Inverness, Nova Scotia, built around two World Top 100 courses and an 11-hole short course. Cabot Links runs directly between the sea and town, while Cabot Cliffs climbs through dunes and along dramatic coastal cliffs.

Courses
3 courses
Best months
June – September
Ideal length
3–4 nights
From airport
2h
Trips from
$975

Golf Courses at Cabot Cape Breton

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Cabot Links
Ocean views from all 18 holes01 / 03

Canada · Course 1

Cabot Links

Holes
18
Par
70
Yards
6,860
Est.
2012

Rod Whitman's Cabot Links is a true seaside links routed between the Gulf of St. Lawrence and the village of Inverness, with ocean views from every hole and five holes directly beside the beach. Firm fescue turf, natural contours and coastal wind encourage the ground game and creative shotmaking that define traditional links golf.

Cabot Cliffs
Cliff-edge par-3 16th02 / 03

Canada · Course 2

Cabot Cliffs

Holes
18
Par
72
Yards
6,835
Est.
2015

Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw routed Cabot Cliffs across rolling dunes, wooded terrain and towering coastal bluffs above the Gulf of St. Lawrence. The course builds toward a dramatic closing stretch highlighted by the cliff-edge par-3 16th, one of the most recognizable holes in modern golf.

The Nest
11-hole par-3 routing03 / 03

Canada · Course 3

The Nest

Holes
11
Par
33
Yards
1,258
Est.
2020

The Nest is Cabot Cape Breton's 11-hole par-3 course, perched on the highest ground above Cabot Cliffs and designed by Rod Whitman and Dave Axland. Its compact routing uses strongly contoured greens, short-grass surrounds and rugged bunkering to deliver a links-style experience that can be played with only a handful of clubs.

Trip Packages at Cabot Cape Breton

Starting points. Everything is built around your dates, group size, and the courses you want to play.

Classic Cabot Cape Breton Golf Trip

A three-night golf-first stay built around one round at Cabot Links, one round at Cabot Cliffs and one round at The Nest. Lodging and tee times are customized to the group's dates and room needs, with caddies, dining and additional replay golf available as add-ons.

September Unlimited Nest Package

From $975 per golfer

Cabot's 2026 late-season package includes two nights of accommodation, one round at Cabot Links, one round at Cabot Cliffs, unlimited daytime golf at The Nest, daily Panorama breakfast and a welcome beverage.

All golf and lodging taxes and fees included. Excludes flights, airport transfers, and caddies. Rates subject to change.

Cabot Cape Breton in Canada — golf lifestyle

What to Expect at Cabot Cape Breton

Why visit

Cabot Cape Breton is one of the strongest golf-trip anchors in North America because the entire stay revolves around walkable, firm-and-fast coastal golf. Cabot Links, designed by Rod Whitman, delivers a true links experience with every hole overlooking the ocean and five running directly beside the beach. Cabot Cliffs, by Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw, adds a more dramatic clifftop routing with some of the property's most memorable finishing holes. The Nest gives groups an easy extra loop, including night golf late in the season. On-property lodging, dining, caddies, practice facilities and shuttles make the logistics simple, while Inverness and the wider Cape Breton coast add beaches, live Celtic music and outdoor adventures.

Accommodations

Cabot offers a broad range of on-property accommodations, from 72 Lodge Rooms to Golf Villas, Cliffs Residences, Dunes Cottages and Hillside Homes. Options range from traditional hotel-style rooms for golf groups to multi-bedroom luxury residences with golf-course and ocean views.

Resort amenities

Cabot Cape Breton is designed as a self-contained golf destination. The practice range sits at Cabot Cliffs, about five minutes from the Lodge, and golf shops operate at both full-length courses. Cabot Links and Cabot Cliffs are walking-only, with bag-carrier and group caddies available by request. A complimentary shuttle loops between the Links and Cliffs properties, while on-site dining, tennis, guided activities and coastal trails give groups plenty to do between rounds.

  • 47 holes across three courses
  • Cabot Cliffs practice range
  • Bag-carrier and group caddie services
  • Complimentary Links–Cliffs shuttle
  • Multiple on-property restaurants and bars
Where to stay

5 hand-picked stays.

Each property is selected for proximity to the next round, the kind of evening that fits a long golf trip, and the feel we want for the group.

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Cabot Links Lodge
Resort01 / 05

Cabot Links Lodge

King and double guest rooms

The resort's primary hotel-style lodging, with 72 rooms close to Cabot Links, dining and the village of Inverness.

Room categories include Cabot Double, Deluxe Double, Cabot King and Deluxe King Balcony.

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Golf Villas
Villa02 / 05

Golf Villas

Golf villa

Upscale on-property villas overlooking Cabot Links and the Gulf of St. Lawrence, suited to groups that want more space than a traditional lodge room.

Cabot lists 19 Golf Villas on property.

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Cliffs Residences
Villa03 / 05

Cliffs Residences

4- or 5-bedroom residence

Four- and five-bedroom luxury residences in the Cabot Cliffs area with golf-course and ocean views and close access to Cabot Cliffs, The Nest, the practice range and golf shop.

Strong fit for larger groups wanting shared luxury accommodations.

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Dunes Cottages
Villa04 / 05

Dunes Cottages

3- or 4-bedroom cottage

Three- and four-bedroom cottages along the first fairway at Cabot Cliffs, with ocean and golf views and easy access to The Nest, practice range and Cliffs golf shop.

Well suited to foursomes and small groups that want common living space.

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Hillside Homes
Villa05 / 05

Hillside Homes

2- or 3-bedroom home

Two- and three-bedroom homes near the Cabot Cliffs side of the resort, with access to the Cliffs course, The Nest, practice facilities and coastal views.

Some Hillside Homes can also be booked as individual king rooms or one- and two-bedroom suites.

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Plan Your Trip to Cabot Cape Breton

Getting there

Sydney/J.A. Douglas McCurdy Airport (YQY) is the closest major commercial airport and is about a two-hour drive from Cabot Cape Breton. Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) is roughly 3.5 hours away and generally offers more flight options; private aviation can also use Port Hawkesbury Airport, about one hour from the resort. Cabot offers private ground transportation from all three airports and can arrange helicopter transfers.

Best time to visit
June through September is the prime window for a golf-first trip, with the warmest conditions and the resort's peak golf season. The full 2026 golf season runs May 8 through October 25, making late spring and early fall attractive for lower rates and fewer peak-season crowds.
Who it's best for
Buddies trips, bucket-list golfers, links enthusiasts and couples who want elite coastal golf with upscale on-property lodging.
Address
18 Cabot Lane, Inverness, Nova Scotia B0E 1N0, Canada
Season
Seasonal golf resort. The 2026 golf season runs May 8 through October 25; accommodation, dining and activity operating periods vary by outlet and season.
Course details
47 holes total: Cabot Links, an 18-hole true links course designed by Rod Whitman; Cabot Cliffs, an 18-hole coastal course designed by Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw; and The Nest, an 11-hole par-3 short course designed by Rod Whitman and Dave Axland. Cabot Links and Cabot Cliffs are walking-only except for approved medical carts.
Location
Inverness, Nova Scotia, Canada
Nearest airport
Sydney/J.A. Douglas McCurdy (YQY)
Trip style
Links
Best for
Buddies trips, Bucket-list golf, Links golf, Walking golf, Luxury resort stays

Frequently Asked Questions about Cabot Cape Breton

How many golf courses are at Cabot Cape Breton?

Cabot Cape Breton has 47 holes: the 18-hole Cabot Links, the 18-hole Cabot Cliffs and The Nest, an 11-hole par-3 short course.

Are Cabot Links and Cabot Cliffs walking-only?

Yes. Both full-length courses are walking-only. Limited medical carts are available with advance booking, medical documentation and a caddie driver.

Are caddies available at Cabot Cape Breton?

Yes. Bag-carrier caddies and group caddies can be requested for Cabot Links and Cabot Cliffs for an additional charge.

When is the Cabot Cape Breton golf season?

For 2026, Cabot lists its golf season as May 8 through October 25. Peak-season pricing runs from June 26 through September 13.

What is the closest commercial airport to Cabot Cape Breton?

Sydney/J.A. Douglas McCurdy Airport (YQY) is the closest major commercial airport, about a two-hour drive from the resort. Halifax (YHZ) is approximately 3.5 hours away.

Does Cabot provide airport transportation?

Yes. Cabot offers private ground transportation from Halifax, Sydney and Port Hawkesbury airports and can also arrange helicopter transfers.

Is there transportation between Cabot Links and Cabot Cliffs?

Yes. A complimentary shuttle continuously loops between the Cabot Links and Cabot Cliffs properties.

Can golfers rent clubs at Cabot Cape Breton?

Yes. Cabot offers premium TaylorMade men's and women's rental sets, with multiple shaft options.

Can non-resort guests book tee times?

Yes, but Cabot says non-resort guests can book tee times only up to 14 days in advance. Staying on property provides the best opportunity to structure a full multi-round golf trip.

What lodging is available on property?

Cabot offers 72 Lodge Rooms, 19 Golf Villas, 8 Cliffs Residences, 14 Dunes Cottages and 24 Hillside Homes, giving groups options from standard rooms to multi-bedroom residences.

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Where is Cabot Cape Breton?

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B0E 1N0, Nova Scotia, Canada

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