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Qaccs Nationals
2011 will be played on 26 and 27 May
2011 at Parys Freestate.
Golf Courses :
Vaal De
Grace Golf Estate / Parys Golf
Estate
Accomodation :
Stonehenge in Africa
Parys Golf &
Country Estate
The
brand new 18-hole championship
golf course, designed by the well
known team of Cobie Legrange and
DDV Design was re-opened in March
2007 and has been completely
redesigned, bearing no resemblance
to the old Parys Golf Club course,
and ensuring a challenge on each
hole. The ever-changing views of
the Vaal River, makes playing this
course a truly exceptional
experience. Luxuriously fitted
men's and ladies cloakrooms with
fitted lockers for storage will
complete your golfing experience
at Parys . The course, with all
its facilities, is an ideal venue
for corporate or sponsored golf
days.
The
course is an enjoyable walk and
the caddies are well trained and
will assist you around the course.
Golf carts are available for those
who prefer to take it easy.
The
halfway house is well stocked with
drinks and food and makes a
refreshing break to your round.
Sit on the verandah and take in
the views and relax before you
take on the next 9 holes.
There is also a driving range near
the estate entrance gate, and for
those who need to iron out a swing
problem or loosen up before the
game the driving range is the
perfect opportunity.
The
Estate's newly revamped Pro Shop
boasts a large selection of
quality golf clubs, branded
apparel and other golfing "smalls"
all at a very competitive price,
and will definitely satisfy the
needs of the most discerning
golfer.
Our
well trained Pro Shop Assistants
are on duty to see to your
everyday purchases, and are backed
up by Resident Pro – Jandre Nel,
to assist you with private
lessons, club fitting and all
related professional advise.
The
Pro Shop is situated on the upper
level of the newly renovated
clubhouse, with spectacular views
over the well manicured golf
course and the Vaal River.
Enjoy a free cup of coffee while
you wait for your golfing
partners, or enjoy us in the
adjacent restaurant and bar area
for a delightful breakfast or
quick snack
www.parysgolfestate.co.za
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The
development envelopes far more
than the flow and ebb of greens
de luxe. Aside from the splendid
river running through Vaal de
Grace, the islet features a host
of natural fauna, including a
large variety of bird species,
impala, springbuck, mongoose,
and more. Moreover, the distinct
cry of the fish eagle is
generously audible early morning
or close to sunset, due to the
multitude of these stately birds
in the area. The course and the
layout of Vaal de Grace’s houses
were carefully designed to blend
in to the exquisite environment,
a truly exquisite piece of land…
Here you will have time and
space – to play and to relax,
yet to be in the midst of a
special kind of beauty and
grace… Vaal de Grace Golf Estate
is decidedly the ideal break
away destination, be it
permanently or transient.
Location:
The development is comfortably
situated a couple of kilometres
from Parys, and just an hour’s
drive from Johannesburg. Parys
itself is something to behold.
The area surrounding Parys is
distinctive in that a Table
Mountain sized meteor struck the
earth nearby some two thousand
million years ago – leaving an
indent called the Vredefort
Dome, the biggest and oldest of
its
kind in the world.
Consequentially, the impact
resulted in a rare array of
geomorphological shapes and
flora. Parys also sports a
bouquet of antique shops and art
galleries. There are eating
places and restaurants galore,
eateries with chairs facing the
broad street, tables under giant
spruce and oak trees…
Expediently, one of Parys’ top
eateries is right here, on Vaal
de Grace. Conveniently situated
on the banks of the Vaal it’s an
ideal spot for a sun downer
after a hard day’s walking…
Course designer - Nick
Price
One of the Estate’s main
inspirations is Nick Price, the
South African born Zimbabwean
who has, among dozens of wins,
bagged the Open Championship and
the PGA Championship – the
latter more than once. In the
mid-nineties he was regarded as
the best player in the world.
Known as one of the kindest
fellows in the gentlemen’s game,
he has persisted to play a great
game – and these days his
knowledge of golf courses is put
to first-class value as a
designer. Over the last decade
Nick has collaborated on the
design of ten golf courses with
Steve Smyers, Craig Schreiner,
Tommy Fazio and Tom Fazio. He is
now working on his own through
his own company, Nick Price Golf
Course Design, on projects such
as this in the United States and
other international sites. Vaal
de Grace Golf Estate is,
however, his first time to
design a course on a residential
development. Nowhere is his
expertise clearer visible than
at Vaal de Grace Golf Estate –
the first full championship
course designed by Nick Price in
South Africa.
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When Nick
Price first visited Vaal de Grace he
was amazed by the beauty in the
tranquillity of the natural
environment. During his design of
the course he managed to keep 7
holes on the river banks, which
makes this course very unique. With
enough water resources surrounding
the course, the maintenance team has
no problem in keep the course in
good condition throughout the year.
In summer time the course is at its
best and already caters for an
average of 1400 players per month.
This course is rapidly becoming one
of the best courses in South-Africa.
The 18 hole layout is forgiving for
the average player, but still
challenging to the professional who
wishes to maintain a good score.
Being situated in the country, but
only a short drive from the city
makes this course very appealing to
city dwellers and business folk
alike.
VAAL DE GRÁCE –
Directions to the Estate
From Gauteng, follow
the N1 south heading towards
Bloemfontein. You’ll pass through
various toll gates, including
Grasmere.
Take the Parys
off-ramp (R59), about 10km after
crossing the Vaal River. Parys is
approximately 18 km further on.
Upon entering the
town, turn right at the first stop
sign, follow the road (Breë Street)
left through the next bend and drive
straight through the town (crossing
2 four-way stops, and one traffic
light).
Continue straight
until you reach the last four-way
stop (c/o Breë and Grens Streets),
from here continue straight 2.4km to
the south, in the direction of
Vredefort.
The gate house and
main entrance to the Vaal de Gráce
Golf Estate is on the right hand
side,
approximately 1,6km
past the boundary of Parys.
Vaal de Gráce is
situated approximately 128km from
Johannesburg.
GPS Co-ordinates 26°
55' 17.8"S 27° 25' 22.7"E
Click
here for
Directions
www.vaaldegrace.co.za
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Stonehenge
in Africa – a river side Lodge,
Conference and Teambuilding Venue, a
mere 110 Kilometers from
Johannesburg, aims to attract the
corporate market with its unique
setting, accessibility and modern
facilities.
As
Guests enter Stonehenge, they are
greeted by large replication of the
celebrated Stonehenge Monument and
throughout the complex natural,
strategically placed granite plinths
reinforce the African Ambience.
LOCATION
 From
Johannesburg follow the N1 towards
Bloemfontein. At the split take the
Bloemfontein route. Pass through the
Grassmere Toll Plaza and continue
along the Highway. After crossing
the Vaal River you will be in "The
Free State". Take the Parys /
Sasolburg off ramp and turn right at
the top of the bridge.
Travel approximately
20km kilometers into Parys. When you
enter Parys, keep right at the Stop.
At the first robot, turn right onto
the Potchefstroom / Fochville Road.
Continue over the bridge, crossing
over the Vaal River again. Turn left
onto the Kopjeskraal Road.
Stonehenge is 7 kilometers down the
road on the left hand side.
www.stonehengeinafrica.co.za
Situated on the banks of the Vaal
River, 10 km’s outside Parys and
120 km’s south of Johannesburg.
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