This thread is dedicated to the boom regarding golf/wine estates that are being developed all across South Africa:

Victoria Country Club Estate, Pietermaritzburg:

The Victoria Country Club Estate, a prestigious and secure golf estate development, offers a combination of 588 residential sites together with a 23 site office and business park.

Catering for a wide range of residential options, including apartments, cluster homes and medium to up market single residential properties, the estate will appeal to permanent residents and out of town investors.

The integration of nature reserve, golf club and estate offers residents a unique opportunity to live in harmony with nature, while enjoying rolling golf course vistas and open spaces.

All residents in the estate will have access to wide landscaped corridors connecting residential villages with the golf course and nature reserve. Walking and cycling trails throughout the integrated 230 hectare estate will bring families into contact with small antelope, wildlife and indigenous flora. Country club amenities include an international standard 18-hole golf course, swimming pool, tennis and squash courts and a well appointed clubhouse with restaurants, conference and function facilities.

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Troutmere, Dullstroom:

Troutmere Estate is designed for the whole family whatever your interest may be. Fishing in 7 well stocked dams, horse riding, mountain biking, hiking and bird watching on this 800 ha property will keep everyone entertained for days.

Each 2500sqm property is individually owned on a free hold title basis. 22 full-title stands, each with a break taking view of the property and dams. The balance of the property, except from the lodge, is owned and will be managed by the Home Owners Association. The Home Owners Association will be responsible for maintaining roads, dams, fences and all other communal property.

Troutmere is a two-hour drive from Pretoria and Johannesburg situated adjacent to Lakenvlei and conveniently between Belfast and Dullstroom. The Estate has been planned to maximize traveling convenience and peace of mind. The area has a highlands climate with cold winter nights and perfect summer days for an optimum outdoor lifestyle.

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Boschenmeer Estate:

Amid the picturesque winelands of the Western Cape's historic Paarl/Franschhoek Valley, framed by the majestic Hottentots Holland and the famous Paarl Rock, lies an estate beyond compare: This is Boschenmeer. Incredible views over the winelands, a relaxed atmosphere and a tranquil riverside setting are combined with luxury, privacy and security, to create an estate that undisputedly has it all.

The vision for Boschenmeer was to design a residential area on a golf course that is essentially ‘part' of the golf course, and which enables residents to experience the tranquil openness, quiet and relaxation of the golf course on an everyday basis – whether they are golfers or not.

The concept is based on the fact that the golf course forms an integral part of this development. Virtually 90% of the residential properties are directly facing a part of the golf course, which offers breathtaking views across perfectly manicured lawns, and yet no fairway has houses on both sides. Homes are positioned to offer privacy and to best utilise the magnificent views of the Simonsberg and Franschhoek mountains.

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ST MICHAEL'S MANOR

Previously known as the St Michael's-on-Sea Golf Course, one of the largest developments that the Hibiscus Coast has seen in decades, comprising approximately 270 units, has just been launched, offering investors a wide variety of choices of accommodation.

Ideally located on 25 hectares of prime land within a well established residential area, and bordered by the Umhlangeni River, the new development will be within walking distance of the popular and well known St Michael's-on-Sea beach and within 150m of the Shelly Beach Shopping Centre. It is also close to schools, sporting facilities and nature walks.

St Michael's Manor will comprise three phases consisting of 78, 116 and 56 units respectively, anticipated to be completed within two years. Each phase comprises three different types of combinations of units. Unit type A consists of a two-storey building of four units in total, with each unit comprising three bedrooms, two bathrooms, separate study and living areas which include spacious, covered verandas, plus a double garage. Unit type B consists of a three-storey building (one floor below driveway level) with six units in total, and with each unit comprising the same as unit type A.

Unit Type C are duplex units with two units per block and with each unit comprising three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and with living area and study at ground floor level, while unit type D are the freestanding simplex homes comprising three bedrooms, three bathrooms and large open plan living areas.

The homes will have quality finishes including solid Meranti front doors, aluminium sliding doors, and carpeted bedrooms – which can be upgraded to tiles. Large open spaces will remain in front of each apartment block, further enhanced by streams and ponds to attract bird life and add to the tranquillity and aesthetic value of the project. Each phase will have its own security and access controlled entrance, and will be enclosed with palisade fencing.

Construction of phase one – known as Amberleigh, will commence shortly with the units sold off plan. The existing clubhouse will be upgraded to facilitate its use as an entertainment facility and area for the homeowners – complete with a bar with pool tables, fully equipped gym and large swimming pool area – ideal for the sunny year-round climate of the lower south coast. Two tennis courts are also available for use in this area.

Priced from R825 000 to R1.1 million with sizes ranging from 209sqm to 228sqm.

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PEARL VALLEY GOLF ESTATE, FRANSCHOEK:

Pearl Valley Signature Golf Estate and Spa is destined to become the premier residential golf estate in South Africa.

Designed on 212 hectares of tranquil surroundings for those who expect exclusivity and the finest quality lifestyle, the estate promises a quality of life as yet unmatched in this country.
Nestled on the banks of the renowned Berg River, surrounded by the spectacular Simonsberg and Drakenstein Mountains and bordered by vineyards and orchards, Pearl Valley is in the heart of the magnificent Cape Winelands, a mere twelve minute drive from Franschhoek.

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DE ZALSE GOLF ESTATE, STELLENBOSCH:

In the foothills of the majestic Stellenbosch Mountains, on the banks of the Eerste River, is South Africa's second oldest town, and in many ways, it's most beautiful. Established by Dutch Settlers in1679, Stellenbosch is known today as the "Town of Oaks" on account of its magnificent tree-lined streets

Clustered in a number of independent 'villages' or developmental nodes - each with its own individual character - the De Zalze Winelands Golf Estate will consist a total of 558 erven, ranging in size from 500 to 1 700 square metres.

Some of these 'clusters' are in an elevated position and offer exceptional views of the surrounding mountains across the greens of the golf course and the vineyards.

Other plots are located on the Blaauwklippen River, amongst decades-old oak trees.

To avoid the 'golf alleyway' layout typical of so many golf estates, the houses will be carefully planned in compact clusters or 'villages' with large open spaces between them.

These nodes will have clearly defined edges and be linked by paths with clear origins and destinations, creating specific character and charm.

The main connector streets between these nodes will feature specific landmarks, such as the winery at Kleine Zalze, the possible new hotel, and the Grootte Zalze homestead.

De Zalze residents will live amongst the fairways and greens of an international standard golf course, created by leading designer, Peter Matkovich.

Overlooked by the towering Helderberg Mountains and surrounded by rolling vineyards and olive tree groves, the course has testing water features - notably the par-3 second hole with its river-bank green - and classic golf holes with spectacular scenic backdrops.

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THE ARABELLA COUNTRY ESTATE, HERMANUS:

The Arabella Country Estate is a freehold title residential golf and leisure resort located on the south-western coast, alongside Southern Africa's largest and most beautiful natural lagoon, only 110 kilometres from Cape Town. Life moves at its own, gracious pace at Arabella. A world of activities awaits just beyond your doorstep, and here you seem to have all the time in the world to enjoy them.

As a homeowner, you'll have access to a range of exclusive, world-class facilities. These include the Peter Matkovich-designed championship golf course (rated number 5 in Golf Digest's South African Top 100 Golf Courses), tennis courts, and the planned 18-hole course designed by Nicklaus Design. Residents are also eligible for membership of the Estate's famed AltiraSpa, one of the top 100 spas in the world. You'll also be able to enjoy the award-winning restaurants, bars and shops of the Western Cape Hotel and Spa, the only hotel in South Africa to have received the coveted Five Star Diamond Award from the American Hospitality Association.

Then of course there is the wealth of outdoor activities to be enjoyed on the Estate and at the neighbouring Rooisands Nature Reserve: mountain biking, canoeing, birdwatching, horse riding, walking, fishing. And whether you prefer a leisurely stroll along the beach or a brisk hike in the mountains, the pace is yours to set.

And when you are in the mood for more energetic surroundings, the bustling town of Hermanus, internationally renowned as a whale-watching haven, is a short drive away around the lagoon

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PEZULA, KNYSNA:

Hidden away for more than a century lies the rarest place on earth -"Pezula"
A spectacular combination of dramatic cliffs, sheltered beaches, magical lagoon views, mysterious forests and one of the world's most beautiful coastlines.

Discover The Place, The Club and The Life, for yourself.

Rising out of the Indian Ocean on the southern edge of the African continent lies Pezula - 612 hectares of prestigious South African Real estate located between Knysna Eastern 'Head' and Noetzie Beach.

The picturesque town of Knysna with its renowned estuary lies just minutes from the entrance to Pezula.

Bordering on the Sinclair Nature Reserve and the Noetzie River, Pezula forms part of a diverse and rare piece of coastal paradise. Nearly four kilometres of pristine coastline are clothed in a profusion of rare cape coastal fynbos (heather-like flora). Pezula remains committed, not only to the conservation of this natural diversity, but to its continued re-establishment.

Life on The Private Estate is as idyllic as the surroundings. The sheltered beaches, forest walks, cycle trails and river frontage can be yours to explore. The planned equestrian centre, yacht club, beach clubhouse and other world-class facilities will ensure you can enjoy the many pleasures of the estate in privacy and at your leisure.

Advanced electronic security systems will ensure your safety on The Private Estate.

As a resident or shareholder you will come to experience a growth with focus. A growth that promises increasing investment value and that nurtures the uniqueness of Pezula.
The following facilities are planned to enhance and complement our existing world-class Championship Golf Course and Clubhouse:
• Equestrian Centre
• Swimming Club
• Tennis Club
• Beach Clubhouse
• Yacht Club
• Bowling Club
• Health & Fitness Centre
These are to be initiated and maintained at the same standard of excellence associated with the existing amenities at the club, always taking the natural environment into account.

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Zimbali has to be there somewhere?

Yep.... There are just loads and loads and loads of these things in and around Cape Town... I'm thinking Atlantic Beach, Somerset West, Stellenbosch (not Zalze, the other one - Devonvale??), etc.

THE OCEAN CLUB, LANGEBAAN:

From award winning architects Stefan Antoni & GAPP comes a work of art. A bold statement of modern luxury. An architectural masterpiece. Inspiration came through the various medieval stone fortresses constructed on the Greek Islands during the Venetian golden age. It came through incorporating the charm and character of the Mediterranean and the West Coast itself.

The Ocean Club is a modern fortress for the rich and famous. It is a landmark victory. Bold, elegant and at the same time edgy, The Ocean Club is a new approach to a sophisticated lifestyle. Modern minimalist architecture is carefully juxtaposed against ancient wisdom. High battered, rough textured stonewalls enclose the modern-day aristocrats; protecting them from the world as they play in immaculately designed courtyards on an ocean marina, and glistening pools crafted from solid rock.

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PANSY COVE; MOSSEL BAY:

Live the life you'd love to live at Pansy Cove, on the beachfront at Mossel Bay's Dias Beach. Whether it's your year-round home or your holiday home-away-from-home, there is so much for you to enjoy. Watch the whales from your own private patio, sip sundowners as the sun sets over the Indian Ocean, fish, sail, swim or simply relax and savour the best that life has to offer.

• Luxurious 3/4 bedroom apartments and penthouses
• Spectacular sea and mountain views
• Granite and steel finishes
• State-of-the-art security in secure complex
• Private undercover parking
• Hotel, restaurants and shops nearby
• Private swimming pool

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PINNACLE POINT GOLF ESTATE; GARDEN ROUTE:

A new golf and lifestyle development can be found half way between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth - Pinnacle Point.
Found at the gateway to the Garden Route, embraced by the warm Indian Ocean Route and uniquely defined by two intimate beaches along four kilometres of spectacular coastline. In addition, the temperate climate, sun-drenched beaches and the only working harbour in the Garden Route make Mossel Bay a veritable mecca for water sport enthusiasts in search of a southern European type climate and lifestyle.

Pinnacle Point is a mere 3 hour drive from Cape Town and a 20 minute drive from George International Airport, which in turn is only a short 55 minute flight from Cape Town International Airport - the ideal getaway from the Cape's harsh winter and is ideal for a holiday, to live or simply for the weekend.
Pinnacle Point is located on four hundred hectares of prime land, of which one hundred hectares is nature reserve, home to indigenous wildlife, bird life and 264 varieties of fynbos.

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ST.TROPEZ, GORDON'S BAY (CAPE TOWN):

Tucked in the shadow of the Helderberg Mountains, this sunny holiday village of Gordon's Bay is a popular swimming, angling and boating resort.

The St.Tropez development is spectacularly situated overlooking the azure blue waters of False Bay. With its own marina, not to mention a host of waterfront shops, pubs and restaurants. St.Tropez provides a unique opportunity for investment in superb waterfront living. Excellent swimming beaches are within walking distance, whilst the famous Winelands are just a short drive away. For the adventurous, activities such as sky diving, scuba diving, sailing, deep-sea fishing and jet-skiing may be found in the immediate area. The luxury apartments are elegantly designed and finished to your requirements. There are wonderful waterfront views from open balconies, and every apartment boasts well designed living spaces. It is the perfect location to live out your dreams.

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Zimbali's $100m investment deal

In one of the largest foreign transactions in South Africa's tourism industry, Kuwati-based IFA Hotels & Resorts and local company Moreland Developments have announced a US$100-million investment over the next decade in the Zimbali resort on the KwaZulu-Natal north coast.

In the joint venture between Moreland, the property subsidiary of the Tongaat-Hulett group, and IFA Hotels & Resorts, a subsidiary of the Kuwait-based International Financial Advisors consortium, IFA will acquire a 50% equity stake in Zimbali from Moreland at an initial cost of $10-million (about R65-million).

This is IFA's second major investment in Africa within the last three months. In October, IFA Hotels & Resorts signed a 10-year $50-million deal for the largest tourism investment on the famed spice island of Zanzibar.

The total added economic value of the first phase of the joint venture's intended development plan is estimated to be around $350-million, and is expected to increase to about $570-million in the next five to 10 years.

In addition, IFA Hotels & Resorts has purchased a 100-hectare property in the coastal resort for the development of a new 300-bedroom, five-star resort hotel overlooking the Indian ocean.

It is hoped that the move will pave the way for marketing local residential and tourism properties abroad.

The new project, to be named the Zimbali Hotel and Beach Resort, will feature a beach vacation club, spa, country club, resort retail amenities and luxury villas to be developed around a new 18-hole golf course. The resort will open in 2007, and a top internationally recognised branded hotel operator will be contracted to manage the property.

The existing Zimbali coastal resort is widely considered to be one of the leading property developments in South Africa, and boasts the five-star Zimbali Lodge, rated by Conde Naste magazine as one of the top 31 hotels in the world. More than 340 residential units have been sold since inception in 1996, signalling an investment of more than R1-billion.

Tongaat-Hulett chief executive Peter Staude, who is also a director of Trade and Investment KwaZulu-Natal, said at the project's launch that Moreland was delighted to join IFA in "unlocking the international stature and potential of Zimbali".

Staude said the development would boosting the province's economy and create much-needed jobs.

"One of the constraints to the region's rate of growth is the bulk infrastructure capacity, and we continue to work with the government to find solutions to these problems in order to achieve the region's true economic potential," Staude said.

The president of IFA Hotels & Resorts, James Wilson, told the AME Info website: "This is an expansion of IFA's business in South Africa, which now creates further synergy with our other top-class facilities in other parts of the world."

IFA's investment in South Africa was partly motivated by the arrivals statistics produced by the South African tourism department, which show that more than 6.4 million tourists visited South Africa in 2002, making it one of the world's fastest growing tourist destinations.

Jassim Al-Bahaar, chairperson and managing director of the IFA consortium, told AME Info that the Zimbali development deal would open South Africa up to a large part of the world through the direct access IFA has to international tourism markets.

"Zimbali will link with Zanzibar as well as our resort at The Palm-Jumeirah, Dubai, our planned resort in Lebanon, and the existing hotel and resort in Portugal, the Sheraton Algarve and Pine Cliffs resort", Al-Bahaar said. "We can offer tourists in Europe, the Middle East and Africa unique network linking IFA's respective hotels, resorts, timeshare and vacation club destinations."

Al-Bahaar said the IFA would be evaluating other investment opportunities in South Africa's tourism industry, commercial sector as well as banking and investment sectors.

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LE GRAND GEORGE GOLF ESTATE, THE GARDEN ROUTE:

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Our goal is to preserve a natural, stand-alone rural atmosphere, that will deliver a unique golfing experience at Le Grand George." Greg Norman
The residential golf estate enjoys spectacular sea and mountain views and will include a nature reserve. The rural atmosphere and natural bush and fynbos will be retained as the natural habitat for local wildlife. The estate will have its own hiking and bird trails.

Le Grand George is set in the heart of golfing paradise with Fancourt, Oubaai and George Golf Club nearby and is a mere 10 minute drive from George Airport. The climate is more stable than Cape Town – making the area perfect for year round golfing.

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The First Greg Norman Golf Course in SA:
Sometimes patience is the name of the game. Greg Norman began is course design career in 1987, but had to wait 17 years for the opportunity to bring his golf course design ideas to South Africa where he will develop a par 72 Championship course at Le Grand George.
The golf course is privately owned by the developers and all associated costs are for the developers account. The membership attracts no annual or green fees. Non resident memberships will be entertained. On submission of a lease agreement (minimum period of 6 months), and approval by the Golf Club, lessees may utilise the erf membership.

Additional Facilities include:

Golf Club House
Tennis Courts
Restaurant / Bar and Clubhouse Restaurant
Gym
Driving Range
Convenience Store
"Le Grand George Golf Estate offers a wonderful location for us to showcase our design work," said Norman.

Golf course construction will commence in 2005 with anticipated completion during 2006.

Thats the next thing on my shopping list , a nice Southa frican home on a golf estate in the Cape. I remember when Atlantic Beach could give the plots away cos they were "too far" from the city, now you cant buy there for love or money

Gandalff33 aka Enigma, in him we lost a dedicated SSC agent. These were the days he loved South Africa whole heartedly, who would have thought that he was gonna migrate?

Atlantic Beach Golf Estate - Cape Town

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Situated amid undulating, fynbos-covered dunes and set against the world-renowned backdrop of Table Mountain, Atlantic Beach Golf Estate offers a unique lifestyle for you and your family. Whether you choose to make it your permanent home or a holiday getaway, you'll find the trials and tribulations of modern-day life disappearing from the moment you pass through the gate.

Savour the ever-changing views of Table Mountain and the sea from the privacy of your own garden. Enjoy the sporting and recreational facilities available to you at the Clubhouse.
Cycle, amble or jog along kilometres of paths and trails. Play golf on the championship course while your children entertain themselves in one of the many play areas. All the while you're secure in the knowledge that you and yours are protected by effective yet unobstructive security systems. Take the dog for a walk along the beach - picnic, sail, fish, or simply
watch the sunset. At Atlantic Beach, the choice is yours.

Architecture

Harmony with nature is a watchword here. The unique architectural design takes its inspiration from the natural world around it, creating a style that reflects the shapes and colours of the surroundings so that homes are at one both with their setting and their neighbours. Even the cobbles and kerbstones have been specifically designed to blend unobtrusively with the rolling, fynbos-covered dunes. Comprehensive architectural and design guidelines will ensure that the distinctive character of the Estate is maintained.

Amenities

Atlantic Beach has been designed with the family in mind. Schools, hopping centres, restaurants and other amenities are conveniently nearby, the winelands not far away, and a wealth of outdoor activities at your door for you and your children to enjoy in safe, secure surroundings. 10 Minutes from the spectacular flowers on the West Coast, 30 minutes from the West Coast Nature Reserve and approximately 40 minutes from Cape Town International Airport.

'big Five' Reserve Stands Limited - 2006/09/13

With the installation of services now commencing and the introduction of wildlife also well under way at the Gondwana Game Reserve, a Big Five private reserve situated near Mossel Bay on the Garden Route, more than half of the total of 96 residential stands are already sold out.

"The remaining stands are priced from R983k to R1,4m which reflects an increase of 12-20 percent on the original price, indicating the sound investment potential of this development. The response to this project, which offers home owners a rare opportunity to live openly and freely among herds of wildlife in a vast, private game reserve, has been enthusiastic among local and national buyers, as well as from South African expatriates, and enquiries for the remaining stands are brisk," says Keith Murray, area principal for Pam Golding Properties.

He says as new provincial laws have been passed making freehold title residential development outside the urban edge virtually impossible, Gondwana Game Reserve will be the last rural development of its kind in the Western Cape, with any future such projects to be used for tourism alone.

Set on 7 200 hectares in a malaria-free area, Gondwana is easily accessible just three-and-a-half hours from Cape Town or 20 minutes from the centre of Mossel Bay and 10 minutes off the N2 highway, yet is secluded and private, providing a feeling of being in the middle of nowhere.

It is one of the largest enclosed estates in South Africa with an extremely low density in order to maintain the serene, natural bushveld environment. Each home owner will have the added benefit of an exclusive use of one hectare around their home, with traversing rights and full access to the reserve.

Within the reserve, the natural, bush architectural style homes, with large decks and folding windowed doors, will be discreetly situated in large areas, fenced for safety and freedom of movement and inhabited with plains game.

Some 1000 head of game are currently being introduced, with additional wildlife to be introduced in mid-2007. The reserve will also be home to lion, cheetah, leopard, buffalo, rhinoceros, hippopotamus, eland, zebra, red hartebeest, bontebok, springbok, kudu etc.

Murray says the 58km perimeter game fence around the reserve has been completed, while entrance gate facilities are almost completed. "All required environmental approvals are in place and the first transfers are anticipated in the December 2006/January 2007 period.

"An additional benefit is that home owners will be able to participate in a rental pool, and based on just 30 percent occupancy, may earn an income in excess of R280k per annum. There is also no levy for the first two years. With holidaymakers flocking into Mossel Bay and the surrounding areas and with the increasing popularity of the Garden Route as a golfing playground, the tourism potential for Gondwana is excellent, adding value to this prime property investment opportunity," adds Murray.

Surprised not to see pecan wood here

Pecanwood Estate Golf Course

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Pecanwood Golf and Country Club was the first course in Africa to be designed by the Legendary Jack Nicklaus. So when the Golden Bear tells you that Pecanwood will soon become the number 1 ranked golf course in South Africa, you had better take him seriously!

Situated on the southern banks of the Hartebeespoort Dam and surrounded by the beautiful Magaliesberg Mountains, the layout of this course is first class! The course is tough and challenging enough without having to contend with the wind that usually picks up from the Dam in the afternoon. This is a course designed to test your skills to the full, and it does, but could be far too tough for the weekend part-timer.

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Playing the Course

The Pecanwood Golf course is very long and exceptionally flat. The resilient Crenshaw bent greens - a first in South Africa - are fast and true. And the wide kikuyu grassed fairways make for forgiving scores, if you don’t reach one of the hundreds of bunkers. A characteristic of any Jack Nicklaus design are the vast amount of bunkers! Pecanwood boast the most bunkers of any course in the country, totaling 5 hectors! So stay out of the bunkers to post a decent score. The water hazards come into play on 9 of the 18 holes and also watch out for the many large indigenous trees.

The signature thirteenth, unlucky for some, is particularly interesting and beautiful. You play around the lake to a green that juts out onto water surrounded by shrubs, bunkers on both sides and water.

Course Features

* Jack Nicklaus signature golf course
* Tough and challenging golf course
* Five hectares of sand bunkers

Course Information

Holes : 18
Par : 72
Length Men : 6280m
Length Women : 4959m

SAGA Rating : 72

Facilities

* Driving Range and Practice Putting Green
* Halfway House
* Pro Shop with Carts, Club Hire and Caddies
* Restaurant and Bars
* Shower, Locker, Board Room and Function Facilities

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Figures Denote Real Estate Buoyancy - 2006/10/03


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According to the Estate Agency Affairs Board annual report tabled at Parliament on Wednesday, there are nearly 70 000 estate agents in South Africa, almost 30 000 more than at democracy in 1994. By Donwald Pressly – I-Net Bridge

The number of firms operating in the real estate market rose from 9 355 in 1994 to 15 175 this year, according to the report.

In total this year there were 69 100 estate agents including 15 728 principals and 53 372 salespersons, the report stated. In 1994 there were 40 420.

The report said that the increased figures, with those in the industry having risen from 64 546 in 2005 and up from 38 399 the previous year, indicated the buoyancy of the real estate market as well as the entry of members of historically disadvantaged groups into the industry.

Significantly the number of estate agents registered with the board dropped during the period when the rand came under pressure in the period 1998/1999.

The number of estate agents dropped from 35 662 in 1997 to 32 191 in 1998 to 28 833 in 1999. The number spiked to 32 837 in 2001, before falling again to 21 619 in 2002.

The report also noted that there had been 657 claims received by the board for theft or misappropriation of trust moneys by estate agents during the last financial year. This involved an amount of some R8,2m.

The board is chaired by Nomonde Mapetla, who noted the "historic growth" in the number of estate agents. She said it was "conventional wisdom" that about a third of registered estate agents would drop out of the industry by the year-end. Donwald Pressly – I-Net Bridge