De Zalze golf course

Surrounded by views of the mountains and engulfed in vineyards, orange trees and dams is the De Zalze golf course. The Blaauwklippen River meanders through the course and adds to the already challenging water features throughout the course. The De Zalze golf course was designed by Peter Matkovich who has made the most of the beautiful setting and created a course that requires a certain level of accuracy.

The De Zalze golf course is situated within the De Zalze Winelands Golf Estate between Stellenbosch and Sommerset-West, this 18-hole combination Links and Parklands course provides a golfing challenge for golfers of all skill levels. The De Zalze golf course is hos hosted numerous championship events and in 2006 in conjunction with Spier Resort hosted the World Amateur Team Championship where the men competed for the Eisenhower Trophy and the ladies for the Espirito Santo Trophy.

Playing the Course

The second nine of the 18 hole De Zalze golf course is particularly interesting as you can tee off from an island which probably makes this par four a signature hole. The par-five with two fairways is another interesting hole and is set among the citrus trees. This is a challenging and scenic golf course that is considered a must for all holiday golfers of all skill levels.

For your round of golf at the De Zalze golf course you are to be dressed in appropriate golfing attire and in an around the clubhouse you are required to be dressed smart casual attire. A handicap is required before you can play a round of golf and strict attention should be given to the De Zalze golf course rules as neglect to adhere to these rules could result in suspension of your game.

Course facilities

The facilities at the De Zalze golf course are varied and abundant to make your golfing experience as enjoyable as possible.

• Terrace Restaurant:
  Here you will be able to enjoy a hearty breakfast or luncheon while you take in the majestic views of the De Zalze golf course.
• Lounge and Bar:
  Here you will be able to relax in a casual but elegantly stilled lounge while enjoying the fine wines and spirits as well as single malt whiskeys from the bar.
• Golf Lifestyle shop:
  The Pro shop at De Zalze golf course offers members and guests alike the convenience of being able to purchase golfing attire and accessories that they might need.
• Halfway house
  For that well deserved break halfway into your golf round; you can enjoty light eats and beverages here.
• Locker rooms:
  Pristine facilities for both ladies and gents with personal lock up cupboards and generous shower facilities.
• Driving range:
  This enables you to warm up before your round of golf at De Zalze golf course begins, complimentary golf balls are provided as part of the green fees.
• Golf carts, trolleys and club hire is available. Club sets for both men and women as well as left hand sets.

The De Zalze golf course offers all golfers and all round golfing experience on this immaculately kept course. It is a challenge for all golfing skills and will be a memorable experience whether you are a member or a holiday golfer. The combination of Peter Matkovich's design of the De Zalze golf course and the natural beauty of the fauna and flora as well as the surrounding mountains should not be missed.