This golf course is a jewel so rare that all who behold it are inspired by its beauty and sheer opulence. This Jack Nicklaus masterpiece was handcrafted by the golf legend himself and every hole is played against the backdrop of the mountains that frame Pearl Valley at Val de Vie Estate.
As the name implies, Pearl Valley Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course truly bears the stamp of the world’s preeminent golf course designer. Golf Digest has named the course as ‘Best Conditioned’ in the Western Cape from 2010 – 2019. Since 2006 the course has consistently been placed among the top ten in South Africa and ranked as the 5th best in the country in 2018/2019 by Golf Digest magazine. For six consecutive years Compleat Golfer bestowed the Five Star Experience Award on the course.
Carts compulsory: |
No |
Pull Carts: |
Yes – limited |
Caddy’s Compulsory: |
No caddies |
Member days: |
Wednesday afternoon and Saturday morning |
Type of Course: |
Parkland |
Walk able: |
Yes |
Course rating: |
72 |
Course Designer: |
Jack Nicklaus |
How old is the golf course: |
17 years |
Difficulty of course: |
Moderate – difficult |
Signature hole (s): |
13th |
Awards / Accolades |
Best conditioned golf course in the western cape 2010-2019 Top 10 golf course in SA since 2006 – currently ranked 5th |
Celebrity Visits: |
Justin Rose, Brandon Grace, Vernon Philander, Rolene Straus, Gary Player, Jack Nicklaus and Henrik Stenson |
Dress Code: |
Golfing attire – No cargo pants/T-shirts/Open Shoes/Denim Jeans |
Handicap policy: |
NA |
Warm up / Practice facilities: |
Yes – Putting Green, Chipping area and Driving Range |