Wanderers Golf Club - Sandton, Johannesburg

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There are multiple tee sets, including championship tees, club tees, and forward tees. © Wanderers Golf Club
The course plays to a par 71 over 18 holes. © Wanderers Golf Club
Staff make an early morning start. Getting ready for a busy day. © Wanderers Golf Club

Wanderers Golf Club - Sandton, Johannesburg

The Wanderers Golf Club in Illovo, Johannesburg is widely regarded as one of Gauteng’s most distinguished parkland courses. The layout is fairly tight off the tee, with mature trees lining attractively shaped fairways over gently undulating terrain. It is not brutally long by modern championship standards, so golfers who value precision, shot-shaping, and a strong short game will find it especially appealing. The course plays to a par 71 over 18 holes. There are multiple tee sets, including championship tees, club tees, and forward tees. The front nine features just one par 3, while the back nine includes three, a somewhat unusual routing that adds variety. Key holes include a par-five 10th that measures around 533 metres, and a long opening hole which in recent updates has been lengthened to a par 5 of about 516 metres. The greens are bent grass, and the fairways are kikuyu.

The history of the Wanderers Golf Club is rich. The original land was acquired in the 1930s under the leadership of Victor Kent. The course was designed by Bob Grimsdell with considerable input from Felix Oliver. Construction began in 1937, the first 10 holes opened in 1939, and the remaining eight were completed by 1942. In the 1950s three of the opening holes were lost to construction of the adjacent Wanderers Cricket Stadium. Over the decades the course has gone through upgrades: in 1999 Rob O’Friel led a redesign of bunkers and greens, making several modernisations. Bent grass greens were introduced earlier, and drainage and irrigation systems have been improved to keep the course in good playing condition through all seasons. Historically, the club has hosted the South African PGA Championship from 1972 through 1995, during which time many of the country’s finest players competed there.

Beyond the course itself, the surroundings are part of its attraction. Located in a prime position in Illovo, near both Sandton and Rosebank, the club offers convenience as well as scenic respite. Visitors enjoy a well-appointed clubhouse, a pro-shop, practice facilities including a driving range, putting and chipping areas, and full lodge of services typical of top golf clubs. Dress codes and booking requirements apply, and guests are advised to book ahead.

Accommodation Near Wanderers Golf Club - Sandton, Johannesburg

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Sleeps 10 in 3 units

^FromR 650

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Forest Town Guest Cottages

Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Forest Town

4.1km from Wanderers Golf Club - Sandton, Johannesburg

Forest Town Guest Cottages situated in Forest Town in Johannesburg. These attractively and comfortably furnished villas are self-contained, separate and private, 1- and 2-bedroom villas to suit families, the business traveller and tourists. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.

Sleeps 8 in 3 units

Panhandle Place Cottages

Self Catering Apartment, Flatlet Accommodation in Johannesburg Area

5.6km from Wanderers Golf Club - Sandton, Johannesburg

Panhandle Place Cottages are lovely self-catering units in a beautiful garden setting with views of the Johannesburg city skyline. We are centrally placed in an old Johannesburg suburb with tree-lined streets, safe for walking and jogging. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.

Guest Rating: 10

Sleeps 16 in 6 units

7th Street Guest House

Bed & Breakfast Accommodation in Melville

6km from Wanderers Golf Club - Sandton, Johannesburg

7th Street Guest House offers bed and breakfast accommodation in Melville, Johannesburg. With 13 luxury en suite rooms equipped with DSTV, Wifi internet access, heaters, hairdryers, fans, digital safes, coffee/tea facilities and bar fridges stocked... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.

Sleeps 16 in 6 units

Melville Gap Guest House

Self Catering Apartment, Flatlet Accommodation in Melville

6.8km from Wanderers Golf Club - Sandton, Johannesburg

Mellville Gap Guest House is situated a stone's throw from the Bohemian suburb of Melville's famous 7th Street with its vibe atmosphere, pavement cafes, cozy restaurants, antique/vintage stores and cocktail clubs, we are in the perfect location... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.

Sleeps 3 in 1 unit

Acacia House Executive Suite

Bed & Breakfast Accommodation in Kelvin

7.2km from Wanderers Golf Club - Sandton, Johannesburg

Acacia House Executive Suite offers bed and breakfast and dinner, bed and breakfast accommodation in Kelvin, a tranquil suburb of Sandton, Johannesburg. An exclusive private suite, comprising accommodation for a single business professional or a couple. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.

Guest Rating: 10

Sleeps 8 in 3 units

^FromR 745

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House On Morninghill

Self Catering Apartment, Flatlet Accommodation in Bedfordview, East Rand

7.5km from Wanderers Golf Club - Sandton, Johannesburg

House on Morninghill offers self catering flatlet accommodation in Bedfordview on the Johannesburg East Rand. Our elegant, well-designed en-suite rooms (4-sleeper, 2x 2-sleepers), are individually decorated with style and comfort in mind. We are situated …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.

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Sleeps 30 in 10 units

^FromR 745

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House on York

Self Catering Apartment, Flatlet Accommodation in South Kensington, Johannesburg

7.5km from Wanderers Golf Club - Sandton, Johannesburg

House on York offers both bed and breakfast and self catering accommodation in the leafy suburb of South Kensington in Johannesburg. Within walking distance of beautiful antique shops and quaint little coffee shops in famous Queen Street. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.

Sleeps 8 in 4 units

The Syrene Boutique Hotel

Hotel / Boutique Hotel Accommodation in Rivonia

8.1km from Wanderers Golf Club - Sandton, Johannesburg

The Syrene is a friendly, professionally run four star boutique hotel featuring the luxury of business class travel. As the name suggests our guests will experience a quiet, private and tranquil setting offering best in class accommodation... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.

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Sleeps 12 in 6 units

Rivonia Premier Lodge

Self Catering Apartment, Flatlet Accommodation in Rivonia

8.3km from Wanderers Golf Club - Sandton, Johannesburg

Rivonia Premier Lodge offers bed and breakfast and self catering and is strategically located in Sandton, north of Johannesburg, with easy access to major highways. Situated in a quiet cul-de-sac with a large rambling garden. Guests can relax on the pool …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.

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Sleeps 24 in 11 units

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Grosvenor Inn

Bed & Breakfast Accommodation in Bryanston, Johannesburg

8.5km from Wanderers Golf Club - Sandton, Johannesburg

Grosvenor Inn provides spacious bed and breakfast accommodation in Bryanston, Sandton, Johannesburg. "The most outstanding quality of the Grosvenor Inn is the welcoming and friendly atmosphere created by the management and staff who go to great lengths... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.

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