Fancourt
George
Fancourt is one of the standout places to stay on South Africa’s Garden Route, combining five-star accommodation with championship golf, excellent dining and extensive leisure facilities beneath the Outeniqua Mountains. Set across 613 hectares near George, the resort has everything you need for a complete golf holiday without losing the relaxed atmosphere that makes this part of South Africa so appealing.
The main Fancourt Hotel has 115 rooms and suites, with accommodation ranging from Classic and Luxury Rooms to spacious One and Two-Bedroom Suites. Classic Rooms offer private balconies overlooking the gardens or Montagu Golf Course, while Luxury Rooms add more space and views towards the estate or mountains. For groups or longer stays, the suites provide separate living areas and plenty of room to properly settle in.
Golf is naturally at the heart of Fancourt. Guests have access to the Montagu and Outeniqua courses, two contrasting championship layouts that make it easy to build several rounds into your stay. The exclusive Links course provides the resort’s flagship golf experience and should always be arranged well in advance. With three very different courses available, Fancourt is somewhere we would happily stay for several nights rather than treating it as a quick stop on a wider itinerary.
There is plenty to enjoy once the clubs are away. The Spa at Fancourt includes a heated Roman Bath and Jacuzzi, sauna, steam room and tepidarium, alongside an extensive menu of massages and treatments. The Leisure Centre adds indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a fully equipped gym, tennis and multi-sport courts, while walking, running and cycling trails stretch across the estate.
Dining is another big part of the experience, with several restaurants offering different styles throughout your stay. La Cantina is ideal for relaxed Italian-inspired dining, while Monet’s offers casual meals with views towards the golf and Outeniqua Mountains. Other options give you everything from contemporary South African flavours to more refined private dining.
One of Fancourt’s biggest advantages is its location. George and the surrounding Garden Route are easy to explore, while beaches, Knysna, Wilderness, Mossel Bay and the wider Western Cape countryside can all be incorporated into a longer trip.
For golfers wanting luxury accommodation, multiple championship courses and everything you need within one resort, Fancourt is an exceptional Garden Route base. Speak to our Golf Travel Experts at Hashtag Golf Travel and we can create a tailor-made Fancourt golf holiday including accommodation, tee times and a wider South Africa itinerary.
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Time Zone:
GMT+2
Currency:
R (South African Rand)
Temperature:
10°C - 32°C
Cost of a Beer:
£2
Cost of a 3-Course Meal:
£15
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About The Area
Hockley offers a peaceful base for a golf holiday in the Greater Houston area, combining rural Texas scenery with access to several high-quality courses. Situated northwest of central Houston, the community feels far removed from the city’s busiest districts while still allowing visitors to add Houston’s restaurants, sporting venues and attractions to their itinerary. George Bush Intercontinental Airport is approximately 42 miles, or 68 kilometres, from Hockley, so hiring a car is strongly recommended.
The standout local venue is Houston Oaks Country Club & Retreat. Its golf facilities include an 18-hole championship course designed by Chet Williams and the nine-hole Scrambler Course, which winds through centuries-old oak trees and beside several lakes. The main course offers six sets of tees, helping golfers of different abilities enjoy its strategic bunkering, water hazards and gently undulating landscape. Houston Oaks is a private members’ club, however, so visitor access must be arranged through a member, authorised event or eligible stay rather than assumed when planning a package.
For more straightforward visitor golf, BlackHorse Golf Club in nearby Cypress is a strong option. The club has two 18-hole courses, with its North Course offering public tee-time opportunities while the South Course is primarily reserved for members. Houston National Golf Club provides another championship layout in northwest Houston, designed by Von Hagge, Smelek and Baril.
Away from golf, Hockley’s open countryside and ranching character provide a different experience from central Houston. Zube Park covers around 225 acres, while the local Oil Ranch offers a taste of traditional Texan rural life. A day in Houston can add museums, shopping, professional sport, parks and a famously varied restaurant scene to the trip.
We see Hockley working best as a quieter base within a wider Houston golf itinerary, particularly when access to Houston Oaks has already been confirmed. Spring and autumn generally provide more comfortable playing conditions than the hottest and most humid part of summer.
















