Dumbarnie Links: A Scotland Links Golf Course Review

During Amateur Golf founder Pete Wlodkowski's Scotland Sabbatical, he played more than 10 courses that were founded in the 1700's. Not all have the original course layout of footprint, but most have the original clubhouse, lack space for a modern practice range -- a far cry from the monstrous clubhouses and amenities found at many American private clubs. And none of them are truly "private" -- visitor play may be limited, but it is permitted at even storied venues like Prestwick, where the first Open Championships were held. At Dumbarnie Links, Pete found the best of both worlds. A stunning, sprawling piece of links land that had been undeveloped, but was part of a historic estate overlooking the Firth of Forth. With that canvas, architect Clive Clarke created Dumbarnie Links. It plays like it could have been there for a century, but with things you don't often see at the old links -- a gorgeous range just a short walk from the clubhouse, full locker and shower facilities, and much more. Take a walk around Dumbarnie Links, a must-play when touring Fife, on Scotland's East Coast.