Pinehaven 2026 // Sabbatical Information


The ultimate Pinehurst bucket-list trip is here! Join the band of Suavitos as they descend on the cradle of American golf for a North Carolina golf sabbatical for the ages. It's four days and three nights of world-class golf, camaraderie, casual competition, and southern hospitality.

 

What's included with Pinehaven 2026?

  • Three (3) nights lodging at Pinehurst Resort (Sunday - Wednesday)
  • Four (4) rounds of world-class golf
    • Pinehurst #2 (4-time U.S. Open host)
    • Pinehurst #4
    • Pinehurst #8
    • Pinehurst #10
  • Daily Southern Breakfast (Monday - Wednesday)
  • Three (3) Dinners, including
    • Group Welcome Dinner, Sunday 3/29
    • Awards & Farewell Banquet, Tuesday 3/31
  • Unlimited use of practice facilities at Pinehurst
  • Unlimited play at Thistle Dhu putting course
  • Pinehaven tournament registration
  • Exceptionally radical tee prizes and awards

Pricing

Single Occupancy $4,500 per player
Double Occupancy $3,700 per player

 

What's NOT included

  • Transportation to and from event
    • Airfare
    • Transportation to and from airport
  • Lunch - all players are responsible for their own lunch each day
  • Booze - available for purchase throughout Pinehurst Resort
  • Replays - only one round of golf included per day in trip package

 

Trip Itinerary

Sunday, March 29th

  • Arrival in Pinehurst, NC
  • Afternoon - Round 1 (practice round)
    • Check-in to room at Pinehurst Resort after golf
  • 7pm - Group Welcome Dinner, Pinehurst Resort

Monday, March 30th

  • 6am - Southern breakfast service begins
  • Morning - Round 2 (tournament round #1)
  • 5-8:30pm - Dinner service, Pinehurst Resort

Tuesday, March 31st

  • 6am - Southern breakfast service begins
  • Morning - Round 3 (tournament round #2)
  • 5-8:30pm - Group Awards Dinner, Pinehurst Resort

Wednesday, April 1st

  • 6am - Southern breakfast service begins
  • Check-out of lodging at Pinehurst Resort before golf
  • Morning - Round 4 (free play, no tournament implications)

 

Pinehaven Tournament Information

It wouldn't be a Suave Sabbatical if there were just one tournament taking place throughout the week, so here's ALL the juice...

  • The 2-Man - Two-person teams competing against the rest of the field over Monday and Tuesday's rounds.
  • The Pinecone Cup - A 12 v. 12 Ryder Cup-esque competition pitting half the field against the other. A combination of four ball and singles matches contested over Monday and Tuesday's rounds.
  • Skins - Suave will host a skins game for all 4 rounds that is optional to join for all Pinehaven participants.

 

Optional Afternoon Golf

The Carolina sand hills have an abundance of top-flight, internationally renowned golf within a half hours drive. After each morning's round, guests have a plethora of options should they want to play more than 18 holes per day.

Pinehurst Resort - There are 7 more golf courses at Pinehurst Resort that aren't part of Pinehaven. You are welcome and encouraged to sample any of these in the afternoon. We recommend getting at least one round in at #3, which feels like a smaller version of #2 and #4. Greens fees start at $50 for afternoon replays.

Pine Needles, Mid Pines & Southern Pines - each one incredible and unique in their own way. All three designed by Donald Ross, and all restored by Kyle Franz.

Tobacco Road - one of the most fun and unique golf courses in the United States, and just a 20 minute drive from Pine Needles and 30 minutes from Pinehurst.

 

The Golf

Pinehurst #4 - A great test with bold greens and vast expanses of sand exposed along the fringes of the course and cross-bunkers. Dramatic vistas and elevation changes help explain why this course was chosen to host the 2019 U.S. Amateur just one year after it reopened in 2018 following Hanse’s redesign.

Pinehurst #8 - Opened in 1996 to celebrate Pinehurst’s first 100 years, earning it the nickname “The Centennial Course.” No. 8 features dramatic contours, elevation changes and movements in the fairways with beautiful views of wetlands and longleaf pines. Before No. 10 opened, it was universally lauded as the best non-Donald Ross course at Pinehurst resort.

Pinehurst #2 Donald Ross' masterpiece and one of the crown jewels of American golf. The centerpiece of Pinehaven 2025 is one of the best golf courses in the world and has hosted some of the most memorable U.S. Opens of the past 25 years.

  • Architect: Donald Ross (1907), restored by Bill Coore & Ben Crenshaw (2007)
  • Rankings: #13 USA Overall, US Public #2, #1 in NC
  • Tournament History: U.S. Open (1999, 2005, 2014, 2024), U.S. Women's Open (2024), U.S. Amateur (1962, 2008), U.S. Senior Open (1994), U.S. Women's Amateur (1989), TOUR Championship (1991, 1992)
  • Content: Fried Egg | Every Hole Flyover | 2024 US Open Final Round

Pinehurst #10 - Give a talented architect a sandy, rolling piece of land and place few restrictions on him or her, and it’s amazing what can be produced. Donald Ross did so with a flourish in this region, and this time, it was Tom Doak’s turn.

 

Rankings Referenced

Top 100 Courses in the US 2024-2025 [GOLF]

Top 100 Course in the US that you can play: America's best public golf [GOLF]

Best golf courses in North Carolina for 2024-2025 [GOLF]

 

Lodging

Single and double occupancy rooms available

Pinehurst Resort  - One of the crown jewels of American golf resort lodging. Pinehurst Resort has a variety of lodging options, and all Pinehaven guests will be staying in one of two lodges

  • The Manor - A 2019 renovation has transformed the historic Manor, originally opened in 1923, into a contemporary hotel wrapped in classic charm. All single occupancy rooms and some double occupancy rooms are located here.
  • The Holly Inn - Pinehurst’s very first hotel, The Holly Inn has welcomed guests since 1895. It is situated in the heart of the Village, offering easy access to everything just steps from its iconic striped entrance. Double occupancy rooms only at this location.

 

Getting There

Southern Pines, NC is a two-hour drive from Charlotte, NC, and just over one hour from Raleigh-Durham. Charlotte Douglas International Airport will have the most options for non-stop flights.

 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • How many spots can I reserve/purchase?
    • There is no limit on how many spots you can purchase. If you are a club professional and would like to bring a group of 12+, please contact events@suavegolf.com.
  • Can I attend as a single?
    • Absolutely! The best part about Suave Sabbaticals is you can bring a friend or 3, or come make some new ones.
    • Singles who purchase a double occupancy ticket will be assigned a roommate by Suave's tournament organizers.
  • Can I request to be paired with specific people?
    • Yes! If you have friends or a team you’d like to be grouped with, please submit the request on the trip form we send out following your registration.
  • Are caddies included?
    • Caddies are not included but may be requested for any/all rounds throughout the trip. Carts are also available for rent at each course.
  • Are there handicap / skill requirements?

    • Players of all skillsets and handicaps are welcome to register. We only ask that you are respectful, have fun and keep up with the group ahead of you. There will be a net double-bogey max score in place throughout the week.

 

PAYMENT & CANCELLATION POLICY

Pricing is per person. Event registration will officially close on Friday, December 5th, 2025 at 10pm PST. Cancellations before 12/5/25 will be refunded, minus a 5% processing fee. Registration is guaranteed and non-refundable after 12/5 deadline, any refunds after that are contingent on finding a replacement player. Please email events@suavegolf.com to request a refund.

 

Reserve your spot! - REGISTER FOR PINEHAVEN 2026