Royal New Kent Golf Club
Royal New Kent features a stunning 300+ acre layout that delivers both visual drama and a demanding test of golf. Designed by the late Mike Strantz, this course showcases his signature style throughout—bold shaping, strategic angles, and striking site lines. Royal New Kent has earned recognition as a Top 10 course in Virginia and has previously been ranked among the 20 toughest public courses in the nation. While unquestionably challenging, the routing and variety keep golfers eager to return, rewarding thoughtful play and precise shot-making into multi-tiered greens for a challenging yet truly enthralling experience.
In recent years, ownership has invested approximately $2 million to restore the course closer to Strantz’s original vision. Improvements have included enhanced drainage throughout the property, the installation of Bermuda greens, upgraded carts with GPS in 2025, and extensive tree removal and land enhancements designed to improve playability and aesthetics. These land improvements are especially noticeable on holes 8 and 14, where increased visibility has dramatically enhanced both strategy and visual appeal. A continued priority is the removal of vegetation not originally envisioned by Strantz, and the results of this restoration effort are already clearly evident across the course.
Enhancing the destination appeal, Royal New Kent offers Shamrock Hill, a stay-and-play option that comfortably accommodates approximately eight adults, making it ideal for group trips and extended golf weekends.
The course maintains a small membership base of roughly 20 members and partners with Viniterra to offer an Associate Membership. This package provides three rounds with cart at each location and is available annually from October through December. It represents a strong value proposition for local golfers looking to enjoy high-caliber golf at very reasonable rates. Overall, Royal New Kent hosted approximately 21,800 rounds last year, underscoring both its growing popularity and sustained demand."
This course requires managing every shot, on every hole and gives the opportunity to use every club in the bag. Overall, one of the best courses we have ever played. Mike Strantz – nothing else really needs to be said! Make sure you tell the folks at Royal New Kent we sent you!
