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The Course

Lagoonview Drive, Eastern Head, Knysna, 6571, South Africa

The Course is one of the standout courses in Western Cape. Tell our AI Journey Designer to build your trip around it — we will match the best luxury stays nearby and have a human concierge tailor every detail before you travel.

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Western Cape, South Africa

Region

Western Cape

Country

South Africa

Use the Journey Designer to pair this course with a luxury stay nearby. A DGE concierge will personally curate the full itinerary for you.

About The Course

Pezula Nature Retreat and Championship Golf Course Pezula Nature Retreat, located on the Eastern Heads in the picturesque town of Knysna on the Western Cape, is a tranquil escape in the heart of the Garden Route. Nestled next to the stunning Pezula Championship Golf Course, this all-suite retreat offers sweeping views of pristine landscapes and world-class amenities.

The Course The award-winning 18-hole golf course, designed by David Dale and Ronald Fream of GolfPlan USA, ranks among the most scenic globally. Par 72, it provides a complete golfing experience with signature holes like the 13th and 14th. Average rounds take 4 hours 50 minutes, including a half-way break. The Pezula Golf Club includes a clubhouse, terrace with panoramic views, restaurant, bar, golf shop, short game area, and putting green.

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Stay nearby

Hotel

Fancourt

PO Box 2266, Blanco George, Garden Route, 6530, South Africa

Fancourt, South Africa’s premier leisure resort is situated in the heart of the Garden Route, seven kilometres from the George Airport. The resort is superbly landscaped on 613 hectares of lush countryside with the majestic Outeniqua Mountains as the perfect backdrop. Offering guests extraordinary leisure experiences, the resort is well suited to discerning travellers, avid golfers and their families The hotel has two accommodation offerings – Fancourt a five star hotel with 115 rooms and The Manor House, which offers a unique combination of classic opulence and the indulgent sophistication of a 21st century boutique hotel with eighteen suites including a Master Bedroom all offering personalized service. Fancourt embodies a flawless fusion of leisure and world-class golfing. With all three of its golf courses ranked in the top 20 among SA’s Top100courses courses in the country, it boasts a proud legacy of sporting excellence. Fancourt’s golf courses were designed by a dynamic team spearheaded by Gary Player and the estate’s owner, Dr. Hasso Plattner. Apart from its award-winning golf courses, Fancourt houses comprehensive practice facilities for those who want to perfect their swing before heading out onto the green. Leisure activities on the resort include a Spa with an indoor heated Roman Bath, Kids Club, teen lounge, gymnasium, indoor-heated and outdoor swimming pools. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy running/walking/cycling trails, bird watching and fishing on the estate or can venture out to hike, mountain bike or trail run in the nearby Witfontein Nature Reserve situated on the foothills of the Outeniqua mountain range. At Fancourt, the appreciation of good food and wine is regarded almost as highly as the game of golf. As such, the estate’s four restaurants each caters to a different occasion, from relaxed family suppers to more bespoke experiences with fine wines to match.

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Hotel

Pezula Nature Retreat & Championship Golf Course

Lagoonview Drive, Eastern Head, Knysna, 6571, South Africa

Pezula Nature Retreat and Championship Golf Course Pezula Nature Retreat, located on the Eastern Heads in the picturesque town of Knysna on the Western Cape, is a tranquil escape in the heart of the Garden Route. Nestled next to the stunning Pezula Championship Golf Course, this all-suite retreat offers sweeping views of pristine landscapes and world-class amenities. The Course The award-winning 18-hole golf course, designed by David Dale and Ronald Fream of GolfPlan USA, ranks among the most scenic globally. Par 72, it provides a complete golfing experience with signature holes like the 13th and 14th. Average rounds take 4 hours 50 minutes, including a half-way break. The Pezula Golf Club includes a clubhouse, terrace with panoramic views, restaurant, bar, golf shop, short game area, and putting green. The Hotel The Retreat features beautifully appointed suites across distinct neighborhoods, offering options from Standard (±74m²) to Large (±86m²) suites and Two-Bedroom Villas with private pools. Overlooking the Knysna estuary from the Eastern Head, it serves as a perfect base to explore Knysna and the Garden Route. Zachary’s Bistro delights guests with locally inspired sustainable cuisine. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy scenic hikes along the Fisherman’s Trail or exclusive access to Noetzie Beach, a private haven on the estate. The Spa The Pezula Wellness Quarter is a serene sanctuary, blending African-inspired decor with superb facilities, including a gym, indoor heated pool, sauna, steam room, rasul chamber, juice bar, nail and hair salons, and relaxation zones. Each treatment is designed to deliver total relaxation and tranquility.

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Hotel

Pinnacle Point Estate

1 Pinnacle Point Road, Heiderand, Mossel Bay, Western Cape, 6506, South Africa

A mere 400 km from both Port Elizabeth and Cape Town and just half an hour’s drive from George Airport, Pinnacle Point is in the middle of everything that the Garden Route has to offer. When the golf course opened in 2006, the American publication Golf Travel & Leisure selected Pinnacle Point as one of the top ten new courses in the world and has since been rated among the top twenty courses in South Africa. Darren Clarke, 2011 Open Champion, described the course as “the best golf course on the planet”. Pinnacle Point Golf Lodges and Villas epitomise luxury and comfort, boasting magnificent sea views and comprising 2, 3 and 4 bedrooms with en-suite bathroom/shower. The beautiful units nearly all have panoramic sea/golf course views which lends itself to an idyllic stay in these self catering units, whether for a family, couples, business partners or golfers.

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