here are so many great golf courses to choose from in South Africa – which ones to show?

We have done our best to select and provide you with a range of what we believe are the greatest South African golf destinations, and have geographically represented them in this information to assist you in tailor making or choosing which courses you may like to play.

These are highly recommended golf courses, with related accommodation and activities. Combine one ‘or some’ of these fine golf courses with other activities and fine destinations, or call us for more.

APE PROVINCE

STEENBERG - Cape Town: (18 Hole and our personal favourite)
From the first day of play, Steenberg has received a deserved reputation for its magnificent greens. This remains a fact several years later - set under beautiful mountain surrounds and meandering through the vineyards of one of South Africa’s oldest wine farms, Steenberg is a classic.
The location of this Real Estate, hotel and golf course development, nestling under the Constantiaberg Mountains in the Constantia Valley, provides so many glorious views of vines, pine forest and mountain flora.

Peter Matkovich was chosen to design the Steenberg Golf course. His slogan, that good golf course architects “listen to the land” proved ideal. Here he has followed the gentle natural slopes of the estates and created a challenge by introducing large waste bunkers, running creeks, water hazards and those excellent greens.

We recommend the following accommodation: Steenberg Hotel - Steenberg Hotel is situated on an historic wine farm in the lea of the magnificent Stone Mountains, ideally situated just 20 minutes from the center of Cape Town. It is a beautiful destination, which combines exquisite accommodation, absolute serenity amongst the Constantia vineyards, a spa, superb service, the renowned Catharina’s Restaurant, and an award winning winery.

ROYAL CAPE – Cape Town: (18 Hole)
South Africa’s oldest golf club naturally portrays a sense of history and tradition. Improvements to the single story clubhouse, dating back to 1924, have merely served to enhance that sense of tradition and cleverly blend it with the needs of today’s golfer.

Established by Lieutenant General Sir Henry D’oyley Torrens in 1885, the club received it’s ‘Royal’ title in 1910, following a visit by the Duke of Connaught. All 18 greens were re-laid to USGA specifications and planted with dominant bent grass. The result was savoured by the professional golfers competing in the players championship, held at the club in 1999, 2000 and 2001. Royal Cape provides players with an extremely good, year-round, golfing experience as well as a comfortable off-course experience.

We recommend the following accommodation: The Mount Nelson Hotel - Nestling at the foot of Table Mountain and set in nine acres of lush gardens, the Mount Nelson Hotel is one of Cape Town's most elegant hotels offering unparalleled tradition, history and luxury. The Hotel boasts four individual accommodation wings, each with its own unique character, private gardens and facilities.
Other recommendations: Cape Grace, The Table Bay Hotel and Highlands Country Manor.

GOOSE VALLEY – Plettenberg Bay: (18 Hole)
The Goose Valley Golf Course is situated in pristine surroundings, only 2km from Plettenberg Bay and bordering on the Keurbooms Lagoon. This magnificent estate offers a Gary Player designed 72 par, 18 hole golf course in the heart of the Garden Route. Immaculate fairways and first class greens are complemented by the splendour of the natural environment. Truly memorable though will be the sparkling vistas of the Indian Ocean that may distract you from the focus needed to maximize the joy of playing this great course.

We recommend the following accommodation: Kurland Country Hotel - Set amidst emerald green pastures at the foothills of the Outeniqua Mountains, and surrounded by paddocks, meadows and immaculate polo fields, lies Kurland, a tranquil estate and luxurious Country Hotel. Individually styled rooms each have a magnificent bathroom, living area, couches and mini bars.
Other recommended accommodation includes Hunter’s or Tsala Country Hotels and Emmily Moon Lodge.

We also recommend the following golf courses in the Western Cape (Please contact us for more information)

*De Zalze – Kleine Zalze Wine Estate, Stellenbosch
*Arabella – Between Kleinmond and Hermanus
*Fancourt – Montagu Street, George
*Pezula – Lagoonview Drive, Knysna
*Humewood – Marine Drive, Strand – Port Elizabeth
*Fish River – Halfway between Port Elizabeth and East London

WAZULU NATAL

SELBORNE GOLF ESTATE South Of Durban: (18 Hole) (Own page)
Regarded by many as one of South Africa's premier golf estates, Selborne is perfectly positioned on South Africa's sub-tropical "golf coast" - a mere 40 minutes drive south of Durban. Wild coastal forest frames a superbly manicured course where the only disturbance may be one of nature’s creatures. This magnificent 18 hole golf course, with its sweeping fairways, provides a challenge for the more proficient golfer whilst also offering the social player an enjoyable round.

We recommend the following accommodation: Selborne Hotel & Spa - This sub-tropical retreat on the edge of the warm Indian Ocean is only 30 minutes south of Durban International Airport. A temperate climate and lush country setting ensure exceptional leisure. The Selborne Hotel, Spa & Golf Estate welcomes you to a very special lifestyle where all the cosmopolitan comforts and high standards of a refined and exclusive estate are only surpassed by the tranquil subtropical surroundings.

BOSCHOEK GOLF COURSE - Balgowan: (9 Hole)
This very pleasant nine hole, 18-tee golf course has been designed around a lake, dams, streams and a variety of trees in the KwaZulu Natal Midlands. Boschoek is one of South Africa’s most picturesque nine-hole courses. The charm of this delightful golfing experience lies in the fact that it feels as though you are playing in a private garden. Punch Barlow together with Bob Grimsdell, designed and developed the course on the doorstep of his private home on the estate. The first shot was played in 1963 and today the course remains in private ownership - look out for glimpses of the magnificent manor house as you walk through the course.

We recommend the following accommodation: Granny Mouse Country House - Hotel, Restaurant, Wellness Centre and Spa, is situated in the heart of the KwaZulu Natal Midlands. This Midlands Gem is positioned at the gateway to the Drakensberg foothills, offering upmarket accommodation on a Bed and Breakfast basis. All of the Deluxe Cottages have a private balcony overlooking the beautiful view of the surrounding hills and Lions River as well as a fireplace. They have Victorian style en suite bathrooms with heaters.
 

MOUNT EDGECOMBE GOLF COURSE – Umhlanga Area: (18 Hole)
Designed by leading architects, the two championship golf courses are among the few in the country designed to USGA specifications.
Course1 combines attractive water features, multi-tiered greens and forgiving roughs requiring accurate play and considered a true test of target golf. Course 2 has undulating fairways and a spectacular layout where serious golfers can test their skills and an occasional golfer can thoroughly enjoy the game.

We recommend the following accommodation: Fairways Lodge - Fairways Lodge is found on Mount Edgecombe Golf Estate, one of the most prestigious and secure golf estates in South Africa, nestling in rolling green hills and overlooks the 10th fairway of Course Two. The Lodge with its luxurious accommodation, fine cuisine and impeccable service, creates an exclusive retreat for the golfer, leisure visitor, business person, congress delegate or visiting dignitary. A stay at Fairways Lodge is an unforgettable experience. We also recommend Hotel Izulu – Spa & Hotel

We also recommend the following golf courses in KwaZulu Natal (Please contact us for more information):

*Champagne Sports – Central Drakensberg
*Zimbali Country Club – Balito

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