Estate Living Digital Publication Issue 5 May 2015 | Page 44

Course reception: This was effective, although I didn’t see anything different to the usual bag drop-off, club clean, etc. I would have liked to see some tee pegs on the cart and, on my visit, there was no water in the cooler box or sand bag, but this might have been the result of a last minute change of cart on my part. WHAT’S PUTTING 42 in terms of soft goods and those last minute items that might be required by a visitor or The Club’s members. A car wash/valet might be a nice addition to the menu of services, with a wash and go option as part of the golf package. Price: Due to popular demand, the course is currently open to cater for a limited number of non-member rounds. A round will cost your 4-ball just under R4000.00 at R800.00 per player and R350.00 per golf cart. Catering: The Saxon Hotel, one of Gauteng’s most prestigioushotels,isinchargeoftheF&BatThe Club. There are still some missing elements, like condiment bottles and operational rough edges – the background music was too loud on my first visit and a waiter arrived with gin and tonic into which the tonic had already been poured; these things need to be attended to. However, given the Saxon’s experience and expertise at a high end operational level, the team will undoubtedly bed in the very polite staff effectively and deal with these small operational niggles. When I was at The Club, the food menu was relatively limited, but good quality and very fairly priced. Pro shop: The shop area is large, naturally very modern and well fitted and able to cater for all needs, Changing facilities: These are super – all the requirements and refinements and then some are in place, at least, on the men’s side of things! Access to Steyn City is strictly controlled, so be sure to reserve a time first by calling 010 597 1030 or email your enquiry to [email protected]. John Cockayne The Business of Golf Estate Living Golf Editor