SA Golf Trader January February 2024

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Champagne Sports Resort – The sparkl Founded in 1996, Champagne Sports Resort has over the past 28 years clearly established itself as the resort of choice for those visiting the central Drakensberg. Swimming Pools, Putt-Putt, Tennis Courts, Bowling Green, Trail Running, MTB Trails, Little Explorers, Game On!, Gym, Spa, Basket Ball, Volley Ball, Badminton, Squash Court Cathkin Trail and of course a championship 18-hole golf course make it a mecca for holiday makers who enjoy being active.

The golf course is simply magnificent and well capable of hosting big events. Designed by former South African professional golfer Hugh Baiocchi, it is tree lined with ample water hazards and strategically placed bunkers and all the while Cathkin peak and Champagne peak loom large in the not-too-distant background.

“It is no exaggeration to say that Champagne Sports Resort is a world class destination. The golf course is top notch, with one of the best clubhouses around, the pro-shop is well appointed with friendly staff, the accommodation and meals are superb and there is plenty to do for children”

On our recent visit we teed off on a beautiful Tuesday morning. Teeing it up in the mountains is a thrilling experience and the front nine was pleasantly challenging. The signature par-3 fourth was a standout as well as the par-3 seventh which is so pretty as to be almost

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“The signature par-3 fourth was a standout as well as the par-3 seventh which is so pretty as to almost be unreal.”

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January | February 2024


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