Strand Road (R44),
Stellenbosch, Western Cape 7599
Office
+27 (0)83 554 3471Pro shop
+27 (0)83 556 0803Website
Visit websiteGolf pro
Louis Destroo (Director of Golf) / Erich Kliem (PGA, Head Professional).The Course:
18 holes. Tree-lined & open parkland. Undulating terrain - a few slopes to climb.
Surroundings:
Rural countryside and vineyards
Designer:
Ken Elkin
-33.958554
18.850739
45 km E of Cape Town
From Cape Town take the N2 direction International Airport / Somerset West. After approx 45 km, take the Somerset West / Stellenbosch turn-off onto the R44. After approx 16 km golf course is on your left as you approach Stellenbosch, just past De Zalze Country Club.
Stellenbosch
Stellenbosch Golf Club: This enjoyable and classical parkland golf course is located in the very heart of the Stellenbosch wine growing region, just south of the town of the same name. Beautiful mountain and vineyard views abound from many parts of the layout.
Occupying relatively flat terrain for the most part, several tightish and pleasantly tree-lined fairways are suitably laced with good quality bunkering. Occasional (but gentle) elevation changes are occasionally in the mix, ensuring your game will be suitably probed and tested. Water hazards are not too numerous, although some small ponds strengthen the defences around a few of the greens, notably alongside the not overly large 18th green.
Although located alongside the R44 Somerset West-Stellenbosch road, traffic noise is not an issue - most of the course is set well away from the road. Vineyards rather than real estate lie beyond the course boundary, allowing you to enjoy this very natural and picturesque layout without fear of breaking any windows!
With its companion World Amateur Team Trophy course (De Zalze) just a few hundred metres to the south (see Did You Know section below), this is an area well served by two very enjoyable and testing courses, and as many wineries as you could possibly visit anywhere in the world.
Visitors welcome on weekdays and Sundays; no visitors on Saturdays.
Must book in advance. Handicap required
Contact club for full details, discounts, packages, etc. [Last updated: 2024].
Non-metal spike facility. Golf carts available for hire. Caddies available.
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Stellenbosch has hosted a number of top golf events including the South African Open (in 1999) and the South African Masters on many occasions. In 2006 Stellenbosch (together with neighbouring De Zalze) hosted the prestigious World Amateur Team Championships (WATC). The biennial WATC, involves 3-person teams competing for the Eisenhower Trophy (men) and Espirito Santo Trophy (women).
In 2006 at De Zalze, there was a nail-biting home win for the South African women's team, while the Eisenhower Trophy was won by the Netherlands (perhaps appropriate in a wine growing region that was originally established by Dutch settlers!). For more information on the WATC see our entry in the Golf Dictionary section.
South Africa's 61st best course (SA's Top 100 Courses, 2024).
Corner of Dorp & Andringa Streets, Stellenbosch7599, Western Cape.
+27 (0)21 887 3644
Visit websiteLocated in the centre of Stellenbosch, this 27-room boutique style hotel combines old world charm with air conditioned modern comforts. The building itself dates from around 1700, and is a national listed monument. From the R44 take Dorpstraat into the centre of Stellenbosch.
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Stellenbosch; De Zalze
Pearl Valley; Paarl; Erinvale
Strand Road (R44), Stellenbosch 7600
+27 (0)21 880 0740
Visit websiteSituated alongside the first fairway of the De Zalze golf course, and within walking distance of the clubhouse, De Zalze Lodge enjoys panoramic views of the Stellenbosch Mountains in a variety of stylishly decorated units (all with kitchenettes). The 47-bedroomed Lodge, part of the De Zalze Wine Estate, offers award-winning wines, an excellent restaurant, a unique function venue set in a wine cellar, a 120-seater conference facility, vineyard walks and a swimming pool.
De Zalze
Stellenbosch (1 km)
Pearl Valley; Paarl; Erinvale
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