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Fancourt Hotel & Golf Estate
George, Western Cape, South Africa · Independent · Accessible Luxury
Originally the 1859 home of Henry Fancourt White, the estate was converted into a hotel in 1987 and later acquired by Dr. The resort's championship golf courses are situated on land that previously served as a World War II-era Royal Air Force airfield. Today, it is world-renowned for its three Gary Player-designed courses, including The Links, consistently ranked as Africa's top course.
- 133 rooms
- Opened 1987
- Neighborhood: Fancourt Gardens
History
Originally the 1859 home of Henry Fancourt White, the estate was converted into a hotel in 1987 and later acquired by Dr. Hasso Plattner in 1994. The resort's championship golf courses are situated on land that previously served as a World War II-era Royal Air Force airfield. Today, it is world-renowned for its three Gary Player-designed courses, including The Links, consistently ranked as Africa's top course.
The setting
8.4 km from George Airport. 23.8 km from Wilderness National Park.
Experiences
- Hiking — Scheduled hiking sessions, 8:00 am - 10:00 am, on listed dates in October 2026 (e.g. 1, 8, 22, 25, 29 October).
- Cycling — Scheduled cycling sessions on listed dates in October 2026, at 8:00 am - 10:00 am or 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm.
- Fancourt Marathon — Fancourt Marathon event on 17 October 2026, 6:00 am - 11:00 am.
- Schalk Bezuidenhout — Event featuring Schalk Bezuidenhout on 19 October 2026, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm.
Amenities
- Three 18-hole championship golf courses plus a nine-hole layout
- Luxury spa with Roman baths and sauna
- Five on-site restaurants and bars
- Leisure center with indoor and outdoor pools
- Fitness center and tennis courts
- Kids' club and teen lounge
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