St Francis Links

Situated on the southern coast of South Africa, St Francis Links golf course is an excellent stop on your golf vacation. Offering luxurious self-catering accommodation suitable for both small and large groups, dining options, and plenty of nearby activities, this South Africa golf course delivers a great experience.

The 9-hole course originally opened in 1975, but it wasn’t until the Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course was built in 2007 that this resort really took off. In addition to the main St Francis Links golf course, guests can enjoy a top-of-the-line driving range, personalized instruction, and a short Par 3 course. 

The Signature course at St Francis Links Golf Club has been a consistent fixture in the country’s top ten courses since it opened and is a firm favorite of both professional and amateur golfers visiting South Africa. Combining traditional golf with modern facilities, players here can look forward to a challenging course in a stunning setting and exceptional service.

Although it’s not a ‘true’ links course, the layout exhibits many links golf traits as the fairways traverse rugged sandy turf while also featuring strands of trees and water hazards.

Before St Francis Bay was known for world-class golf it achieved global recognition in the 1960s classic movie “The Endless Summer”, when Bruce Brown discovered his ‘perfect’ wave here.

Known as much for its hospitality and personal customer service as the challenging routing. The managing team of four PGA Professionals is led by Professional of the Year and Master Professional Jeff ‘Santa’ Clause, a passionate South African.

The facility features comfy self-catering accommodations as well as a luxury guesthouse to stay right on property.

Their Lighthouse Restaurant and Jack’s Bar are popular with the locals for their excellent cuisine and lively atmosphere. Another local and visitor favorite is the treatments at Bard’au & Co. MediSpa.

Away from the course, there are a variety of activities. The pristine beach will provide hours of entertainment as it stretches from Seal Point to Shark Point with the protected swimming area of Johnson’s Pool. There is the charming Port of St Francis with its shops featuring local goods and a variety of dining establishments. Visit the 475m St Francis Lighthouse, a National Monument standing sentinel for passing ships. Take a boat trip along the coast and don’t forget to surf the perfect wave from Cape St Francis to Jeffrey’s Bay.