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St Francis Links
St Francis Bay, The Garden Route
Links golf, fantastic wine and luxury accommodation comprise St Francis Links. Situated in St Francis Bay along South Africa’s southern coast, the golf course and resort is just over 1-hour’s drive west from Port Elizabeth. The resort encourages lazy days with indulgent experiences on the Jack Nicklaus signature golf course, scenic nature trails, greenside bar and sumptuous restaurant. St Francis Links has been voted by Golf Digest as ‘Top 10 Golf Courses in South Africa’ and ‘Best New Course in South Africa 2007’ by Golf Digest. Ideal for three or four-day stays, the St Francis Links golf course and accommodation is one of South Africa’s best. St Francis Links is a fantastic addition to South Africa’s Garden Route. St Francis’ location along South Africa’s Garden Route makes for an ideal road trip; be sure to include other destinations on your journey including Fancourt Resort, Pinnacle Point Estate, and Pezula Resort.
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Golf Resort Location
Resort Details
- Region: St Francis Bay, The Garden Route
- Address: 1 Jack Nicklaus Dr, St Francis Links, St Francis Bay, 6312, South Africa
Golf Course Information
At 7,166 yards and 6,553 metres, the St Francis Links golf course has a par of 72. Designed by the ‘Golden Bear,’ Jack Nicklaus, the links golf course draws influence from the great Scottish and Irish courses. Strong sea-breezes, fairways carved from native scrub and pristine natural surrounds comprise the golf course.
The golf course offers a minimum of four-tees which fit into the landscape with seamless integration. The variation of golf holes and the variation in course conditions on any given day will require you to use every club in your bag. For a course that only opened in 2010, it has gained world renown that has drawn comparison to Pebble Beach or Royal Dornoch. The ultimate destination, a golf package involving St Francis Links golf course is worth every second.
Accommodation
Golf Groups will find St Francis Links’ accommodation options a true paradise. Choose from 2,4,6 or 10-bedroom homes/units with self-catering facilities on offer. The golf clubhouse offers breakfast 7-days a week. Many rental homes have private pools, expansive entertainment areas and luxury guest amenities. All are decorated, designed and furnished individually, so any two stays at St Francis Links can be entirely different to your last.
In 2020, St Francis Links unveils the St Francis Links Hotel by Mantis. Featuring 60 suites, the new hotel is spread out over the estate and offers a combination of one or two-bedroom units. All designed thoughtfully by the Mantis interior design team. Luxury options at St Francis Links have just been realised. Each unit has self-catering facilities, but you can eat breakfast in the clubhouse and meals at Jack’s Bar. All accommodation at St Francis Links
Resort Dining
The St Francis Links Lighthouse Restaurant and Jack’s Bar are located in the golf clubhouse. Offering sweeping views over the Jack Nicklaus’ signature golf course and surrounding countryside, the restaurant serves a wide range of cuisine that caters to families, residents, groups and visiting golfers. Breakfast is served with an a-la-carte menu, where lunch offers fantastic light meals, salads, burgers and steaks. All private homes and units have self-catering facilities. If you prefer to eat at home and enjoy your meals while entertaining friends, the local store is just down the road.
Resort Facilities
Golf Facilities
Practice facilities at St Francis Links consist of a 280m driving range with twenty driving bays. Multiple practise putting greens and bunkers, as well as short-game pitching & chipping areas are all available to guests at St Francis Links if you have a green fee. Lessons from PGA professionals can be booked in advance.
The complex also features a par-3 course to improve your short-game and settle bets not resolved on the main golf course. Inside the clubhouse, you will find locker rooms, a world-class pro shop with everything you need including souvenirs, and rental equipment from electric trolleys to electric golf carts.
Bard’au & Co Spa at St Francis Links
A popular option for the non-golfers or an indulgent option for rest days, the Spa at St Francis Links offers style, beauty and wellness within a range of pampering packages. Indulge with a range of manicures, pedicures, massages and a large selection of retail items to purchase such as sarongs, sunglasses, accessories, gifts and more.
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Other activities in the region (ask when enquiring for further information)
- Port St Francis
- Lighthouse at Cape St Francis
- Canal cruises
- Sand River walk
- Beaching and beach walks
- Surfing
- Sea safaris
- St Francis Bay Squash Club
- Bowling
- Horse riding
- Bird watching
- St Francis Bay Village
How to Get There
Nestled into St Francis Bay along South Africa’s famed Garden Route, the St Francis Links golf course and resort is located 60-minutes’ drive from Port Elizabeth. Simply follow Highway N2 until R330 in Humansdrop: take exit 665 from N2. Then continue to Jack Nicklaus Dr in St Francis Links, St Francis Bay. Best explored with your own car as part of The Garden Route golf package, Voyages.golf can assist with all your travel needs.