
Scotch Hall Preserve
Accolades & Recognition
Accolades: Golf Advisor: Top 25 Courses for Pace of Play in the U.S. (2020 #10) (2016 #20) (2015 #3) Golf Advisor: Top 25 Courses for Layout in the U.S. (2020 #2) (2018 #5) (2017 #20) (2016 #19) Golf Advisor: Top Courses in North Carolina (2020 #4) (2019 #10) (2018 #3) (2017 #3) (2016 #3) (2015 #2) Golf Advisor: Top 25 Value Courses in the U.S. (2017 #25) (2016 #3) (2015 #8) Golf Advisor: Top 25 Friendliest Courses in the U.S. (2017 #10) (2016 #9) (2015 #17) Golf Advisor: Golfers' Choice (2016 #25) (2015 #14) Golf Advisor: Top 25 Off-course amenities in the U.S. (2015 #7) Golf Advisor: Top 25 Course Conditions in the U.S. (2015 #3) Show All
The Experience
Scotch Hall Preserve: A Golfing Gem in Merry Hill, North Carolina
Scotch Hall Preserve, nestled in the charming town of Merry Hill, North Carolina, is a golfer's paradise. Designed by the renowned trio of Arnold Palmer, Harrison Minchew Golf Course Architecture, and Ed Seay in 2009, this private/resort course offers an unparalleled golfing experience. With its 18-hole, par-72 layout, Scotch Hall Preserve challenges and excites golfers of all skill levels. Measuring 7,262 yards from the back tees (Palmer), the course boasts a slope rating of 146 and a rating of 77.1, providing a true test of golfing prowess. The course features lush Tifsport Bermuda grass fairways and meticulously manicured greens made up of a blend of A1 & A4 Creeping Bent Grass.
Player Reviews: A Resounding Chorus of Praise
Scotch Hall Preserve has garnered rave reviews from golfers who have had the pleasure of playing its magnificent course. The excellent course conditions have been a consistent highlight, with one reviewer exclaiming, "Course conditions one of the best I've played!" Another golfer marveled at the course's pristine state, saying, "The course is in fantastic shape." The course's layout has also been met with admiration, with players praising the "beautiful views" and the fact that "every hole has its own iconic view." Beyond the course itself, the friendly and helpful staff at Scotch Hall Preserve has left a lasting impression on golfers. One player recounted a wonderful experience, thanks to the staff's assistance and warm demeanor.
The Links Cards' Perspective: A Valuable Golfing Experience
The Links Cards holds Scotch Hall Preserve in high regard, recognizing it as a golf course that delivers exceptional value. The course's superb conditions, stunning layout, and welcoming staff contribute to an overall experience that is both enjoyable and worthwhile. Golfers, both local and visiting, can expect a round of golf that exceeds expectations at Scotch Hall Preserve.
Scorecard
| Tees | Yardage | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palmer | 7,262 | 72 | 77.1 | 146 |
| Black | 6,974 | 72 | 75.3 | 142 |
| Blue | 6,445 | 72 | 72.7 | 135 |
| White | 6,073 | 72 | 70.9 | 132 |
| White (W) | 6,073 | 72 | 77.4 | 145 |