Cabot Citrus Farms opens in Florida

The Cabot Collection is opening Cabot Citrus Farms, a 1,200-acre sanctuary nestled among the rolling hills, ancient moss-covered oaks and sand pines of Florida’s picturesque Nature Coast. Marking the brand's U.S. debut, the property features two revitalized 18-hole golf courses and two unique shorter courses, among other amenities.

“The former World Woods Golf Club always stood out to me for its enchanting setting and dramatic elevation changes unlike anything I’d ever seen across the state of Florida,” Cabot CEO and co-founder Ben Cowan-Dewar said. “It has been an honor to reimagine this iconic site alongside our amazing team. We drew inspiration from the property’s rich history and natural beauty to create a destination that will bring people together through incredible golf experiences, outdoor adventures and a strong sense of community.”

Set against a one-of-a-kind landscape in the Sunshine State, Cabot Citrus Farms features four unique and meticulously designed golf courses complemented by unparalleled practice facilities, including a two-acre putting course and a driving range with Trackman technology: 

Karoo is an 18-hole “adventure golf” masterpiece designed by architect Kyle Franz, showcasing some of the world’s widest Bermuda fairways, expansive greens, multiple routes to pins and bold contours that encourage creative play. The course’s namesake stems from the loud trumpeting sound, described as a rolling “karoo,” made by its resident Sandhill Cranes. 

The second 18-hole course, Roost, takes golfers on a journey back to Old Florida, with canopies of moss-draped trees, sandy soil and tranquil setting. The course flows across sandy scrublands and rolling meadows featuring 50-foot elevation changes and a 40-foot-deep sinkhole. Century-old live oaks encourage careful shot-shaping, while four bunkerless holes reflect the abundance of natural features. Roost was designed by Mike Nuzzo and Franz, along with Ran Morrissett as golf course architecture advisor. They established the routing and brought in Rod Whitman to produce a diverse set of greens that are unified yet distinct. Named for the wild turkeys that roam the course and roost in its gorgeous 100-year-old oaks, Roost is set beside farmland where cows graze under shady trees — the very picture of bucolic bliss.

For those looking to enjoy more golf in less time, The Squeeze is a dynamic 10-hole course that blends diverse, dramatic terrain with a relaxed atmosphere. Designed by Nuzzo, the unconventional course features half-par holes alongside par 3s, par 4s, and par 5s, each presenting distinct challenges. 

Small on size but big on golf, The Wedge, also designed by Nuzzo, is an 11-hole par-3 course, providing a unique, immersive experience with expansive waste areas, sloping greens and varied lies. Showcasing speakers and low-profile lighting, The Wedge creates a lively atmosphere, allowing golfers to enjoy the course past dark.  

With sustainability at its core, Cabot is the first multi-property brand to enroll every golf course and surrounding built environment into Audubon International’s comprehensive Platinum Signature Sanctuary certification program. The entire Cabot Citrus Farms property is under one certification umbrella, including golf courses, clubhouse facilities, lodging, real estate, restaurants and retail.

The Cabot Collection is a luxury developer of incomparable golf destinations. Its portfolio includes Cabot Cape Breton in Nova Scotia, Cabot Saint Lucia in the Caribbean, Cabot Revelstoke in British Columbia, Cabot Citrus Farms in Florida, Cabot Highlands in Scotland and Cabot Bordeaux in France.