About Prince's Grant
PRINCE’S GRANT: THE WAY LIFE SHOULD BE LIVED
On the breath taking Dolphin Coast of KwaZulu-Natal in South Africa lies Prince's Grant Coastal Golf Estate. This North Coast jewel offers a lifestyle of natural beauty, quality relaxation and peace of mind. Recently named The Best Golf Development in South Africa, Prince's Grant surpasses expectations in living up to the Estate motto: "The way life should be lived!"
The History
Prince's Grant was previously a portion of the farm Hyde Park . The first owner was George Wilson Prince who acquired the property by Deed of Grant on 20 October 1856 from her Majesty Queen Victoria, Queen by the grace of God of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland and Queen Defender of the Faith. The land acquired by Mr Prince was 3 354 acres according to the Deed of Grant and the price a handsome two pounds, five shillings and four pence sterling. How prices have changed since then!
It was soon after this that the farm was acquired by Babu Bodasing who was an indentured cane cutter from India . In his lifetime, Babu Bodasing managed to put together a portfolio of properties in Natal and Hyde Park remained in Bodasing hands until the land on which Prince's Grant is situated was sold to Prince's Grant Property Share Block Limited by Raj Bodasing. The latter is still a shareholder and director of Prince's Grant Holdings (Pty) Limited.
Certain of the features of the estate originate from the Babu Bodasing era. The 16th hole is known as “Paddyfield”. This was planted to rice by Babu Bodasing many years ago.
The small house on the beach behind the15th green was the first building on the property and is to be retained in its present form. The house, through which the fence runs, was the Bodasing family's original beach cottage. It has been redesigned but the foundations remain those originally built by the Bodasings seventy or eighty years ago.
When the development was designed, it differed from most golf course estates in that the golf course took precedence and was given first bite of the land. This is particularly evident in the case of the magnificent fifteenth hole which occupies prime real estate which in most developments would probably have been allocated to housing. Peter Matkovich has skillfully worked the land and today we have a course which is sympathetic to the natural environment.
Construction of the golf course commenced in 1992 and it was opened for play in June 1994. The clubhouse was officially opened by Hugh Baiocchi, our first director of golf, in November 1994. Hugh will possibly remember, with a certain amount of amusement, his first days at Prince's Grant when the Pro Shop consisted of a wooden wendy house perched on top of the tenth tee. This was in stark contract to the luxury establishments which Hugh was used to at courses such as Gleneagles and Turnberry.
The Golf Course
Since opening in 1994 the Prince's Grant golf course has earned a reputation for excellence, including the Compleat Golfer 5-Star Golf Experience Award, and being named Best Golf Development in South Africa by the World Property Awards in November 2011.
With large greens and impressive fairways, it creates a completely unique and challenging experience for any golfer.
The course is a links / parkland layout, designed and constructed by Peter Matkovich.
The course is ranked amongst the best in South Africa, and the stunning coastal scenery, allied with the magnificent conditioning, makes this a "Must Play" destination for golfers of all abilities.
The splendid KwaZulu-Natal climate allows for year round golfing, with warm winters blessed by clear blue skies.
The Lodge
The Lodge offers four star accommodation with 15 rooms that overlook either the golf course or the sea. It offers wedding and conferencing facilities. Situated on a totally unspoilt stretch of coastline, it is built on hills that provide a spectacular view of the estate.
The hidden gem of the North Coast is what the 100 odd permanent residents call it and for good reason. Affordable, tranquil and within 30 minutes of King Shaka Airport it is a little piece of heaven on earth. Owners and residents enjoy a village like community spirit with Clubs or groups for Cycling, Yoga, Pilates, Birdwatching, Camera, Book, Wine, Canoeing, Fishing, Tennis, Squash.
Prince's Grant offers:
- Small estate with 495 freehold units in total, with an architectural vernacular that derives it’s roots from the original architecture of Natal. The building code ensures a diversity of form within a style unique to Prince’s Grant;
- Nominated site of conservation significance by Natal Parks Board;
- We own Peter Matkovich designed 18 hole championship golf course;
- Situated on the Dolphin Coast and central to St Lucia, Hluhluwe, Phinda, Mkuze, Anglo Zulu War Battlefields, Gateway, Umhlanga, Durban Ballito;
- The recently refurbished and beautiful Lodge/Clubhouse with à la carte restaurant, fully equipped salon & conference centre. Mulligans bar has a great vibe;
- Fully equipped Pro Shop;
- Three communal swimming pools;
- Tennis court, Squash court & Recreation centre;
- Children's play area consisting of 2 trampolines, beach volleyball & football field;
- Paddling facilities on lagoon, nature walk through forest;
- 239 bird species including resident Fish Eagles, Spotted Eagle Owls;
- Wildlife including grey duiker, bush babies, bushbuck, vervet monkeys (No domestic pets);
- Kilometre long stretch of unspoilt beach with 3 access gates with ablution blocks adjacent to the access points;
- 24 hour manned security, bio-metric access control, 94 cameras along electric fence line.
Last but not least Property at Prince’s Grant
Land
With over 100 vacant sites still available to be built on the opportunity exists to create your dream home. Land is available with bush, golf, dam, lagoon and sea views and a combination of these views. Most are sloping due to the fact that they are built on the natural dunes. There is a panel of accredited architects who will design the home of your dreams as well as a list of accredited NHBRC registered builders to turn your dream into a reality.
Homes
Range from a small 2 bedroomed holiday cottage of up to 200 sq.m. to a beach mansion consisting of many bedrooms and covering 700 sq.m. There is choice for all budgets.