Cotswold Downs boasts one of South Africa’s finest and most impeccably manicured golf courses.
Designed by Peter Matkovich to USGA specifications, this magnificent 18-hole championship parklands type course blends seamlessly with its surrounds, and features bent grass greens, undulating fairways and outstanding natural water features.
the FAIRWAYS
The fairways are punctuated by dams, wetlands and ponds that attract a variety of birds and insects, and the course is laid out in such a way as to allow golfers to enjoy the natural surrounds thanks to excellent elevation techniques and the clever placement of tee boxes. Both beginners and experienced golfers will find the course challenging but enjoyable, and at a length of 6193 metres, golfers can expect the odd long par 5 which will test their driving skills, with cleverly placed bunkers and water hazards adding to the challenge.
SUPERB GOLFING IN YOUR BACK YARD
Cotswold Downs boasts one of South Africa’s finest and most impeccably manicured golf courses. Designed by Peter Matkovich to USGA specifications, this magnificent 18-hole championship course blends seamlessly with its surrounds, and features bent grass greens, undulating fairways and outstanding natural water features.
Built for Community
The estate is modelled on the Cotswolds area in the United Kingdom, with gorgeous stone-built houses clustered around village greens where the community gathers to meet.
The estate has been awarded the coveted Institute of Landscape Architects Award for Excellence in Environmental Planning and Management, and was a finalist in the Water Care, and Companies and Organisations with Innovative Strategies categories in the Mail & Guardian Greening the Future Awards.
UNDERSTATED LUXURY
Effortless, earthy and yet undeniably modern, Cotswold Downs’ homes complement the surrounds perfectly. Natural cladding and finishes of timber, slate and stone are accentuated by landscaped indigenous gardens, and each house is designed and built with the context of its village in mind.
The result is stunning – each home unique, and yet part of a greater, beautiful whole.
The Heart of the Estate
THE LEISURE CENTRE The Leisure Centre is much more than a golf clubhouse; it’s a place that has something for everyone who calls Cotswold Downs home. Our holistic approach to health and wellness means that the centre is home to a restaurant, fitness centre, pro shop, tennis and squash courts and more.It’s the heart of the estate, and we’re so proud of it.
With its clean lines, loads of natural light through the large floor-to-ceiling windows, and the modern, slightly raw combination of screed floors and suspended track lighting in exposed cable trays, and modern wooden furnishings, the centre has a relaxed, informal ambience.
The views over the estate are spectacular from just about every seat in the house, though it’s hard to top the courtyard tables on a sunny day, or the mezzanine lounge with a drink in hand.
The Social Hub.
With its tranquil surroundings and lively entertainment, the leisure centre club house is the perfect way to round off an unforgettable day. So come and see for yourself why we’re one of the most popular destinations in the area, and experience the ultimate in post-golf relaxation and entertainment.
The Bar at Cotswold is a great place to enjoy a glass of red next to one of the two fireplaces, or while taking in the view from the mezzanine lounge level. There is a wide selection of beers and spirits available, as well as a fantastic selection of wines handpicked from South African vineywards. The Bar’s food menu and weekday specials (meal and beverage combos) keep our residents coming back every week.
Good Eating
After a day of golfing at one of South Africa’s premier courses, Cotswold Downs Golf Course, unwind at our vibrant bar and clubhouse.
Our delicious selection of snacks and pizzas, along with a wide range of refreshing drinks, make it the perfect place to mingle with fellow golfers and locals alike.
And on selected evenings throughout the year, the clubhouse comes alive with live music performances, adding to the already vibrant atmosphere.
World-Class Sports Facilities
Sporting facilities include classy locker rooms, a swimming pool, two tennis courts, squash court and fitness centre. The centre boasts fantastic facilities for golfers, from the newly designed cart barn to the excellent Pro Shop, as well as putting and chipping greens maintained to the same standards as the course, and a driving range.
For the avid golfer, professional club fitting is offered at the Pro Shop, as is golf tuition by a dedicated teaching professional.
Fitness Centre
The estate’s fitness centre, found inside the Leisure Centre, include a separate cardio section kitted out with a rowing machine, two treadmills, four cadence bikes and a stepper. There is also a weights section, and punching and kickboxing bags.
The centre offers personal training for individuals, as well as group sessions from Monday to Friday, including general fitness classes, ladies’ fitness classes, kettle bells, pilates and yoga.
Hiking Trails.
Get out into the hills on one of the estate’s numerous sign-posted walking trails, which traverse grassland and indigenous forest. Bring your binoculars and keep your eyes and ears peeled for the estate’s rich bird and animal life.
A BIODIVERSE WONDERLAND
Cotswold Downs possesses a unique diversity of natural and indigenous habitats, including pristine scarp forest, coastal grassland, several large and small dams with associated wetlands and seed beds, the Nqutu River and tributaries with riparian woodland and bush along sections of the water courses.
These diverse environs are home to a vibrant array of fauna and flora. Cotswold Downs is registered with the Birds in Reserves Project (BIRP) at the Animal Demography Unit, University of Cape Town as a ‘protected area’. Thus far 239 species of bird have been recorded on the estate, including nine species of waterfowl, seven species of sunbird, malachite kingfisher, African jacana, yellow-throated longclaw, Shelley’s francolin, white-fronted bee-eater and African marsh harrier.
