De Zalze Golf Club Highlights
- South African hidden Gem
- Championship course
- Scenic vineyard and mountain views
- Located in the Stellenbosch Winelands
Course Stats
- Designed by Peter Matkovich
- Opened in 2000
- 6,907 yards / 6,369 meters.
- Par-72 course
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Overview
De Zalze Golf Club is a highly regarded championship course set in the heart of the Stellenbosch Winelands. Surrounded by vineyards, rivers and mountain backdrops, it offers a refined but welcoming golf experience that suits both serious players and relaxed golf trips. Designed by Peter Matkovich and opened in 2000, De Zalze Golf Club blends scenic beauty with strategic design. It's polished, playable, and quietly challenging. A course that rewards good decisions-and punishes sloppy ones!
The Course
The layout at De Zalze Golf Club is an 18-hole, par-72 course stretching to approximately 6,907 yards from the back tees. Water is a defining feature, with the Blaauwklippen River and several dams shaping multiple holes. Accuracy off the tee matters, but this isn't brute-force golf. Smart course management goes a long way here. Conditioning is consistently strong, greens run true, and the variety keeps the round engaging from start to finish. You'll enjoy every hole, even when it bites back.
Signature holes
13th hole (Par 5) - is a standout, playing alongside the river with risk-reward options that tempt longer hitters while demanding precision on the approach. It's scenic, strategic and memorable.
18th hole (Par 4) - provides a fitting finish, with water guarding the approach and the clubhouse in view. It's a hole that asks for commitment-perfect for settling matches and finishing rounds in style.
The Clubhouse
The clubhouse at De Zalze Golf Club matches the setting. Relaxed, modern and welcoming, it's a great place to unwind after your round. Expect quality food, local wines and views back over the course. Whether you're analysing shots or planning the next tee time, it's an ideal place to end the day-and a strong reason golfers keep coming back to De Zalze Golf Club.
Course Facilities
- Driving range
- Short game area
- Putting green
- Pro shop
- Locker rooms
- Clubhouse
- Buggy rental
- Trolley rental
- Golf Academy
Players' Feedback
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More than a Game!
Getting lifelong friends together
Those hole-in-one moments!
Charity events
Celebratory nights
World class golf experiences
Celebrate the wins!
Laugh with your friends
The Location
De Zalze Golf Club is located just outside Stellenbosch, right in the heart of South Africa's Cape Winelands. The course sits among working vineyards and rolling countryside, with the Stellenbosch mountains providing a constant backdrop throughout the round. It's easily accessible from Cape Town International Airport, typically around a 35-40 minute drive, making it a popular choice for golf itineraries based in Cape Town or the Winelands. The setting offers a peaceful, rural feel while remaining close to Stellenbosch's restaurants, wine estates and accommodation options.
