ABOUT THE SEA VIEW GOLF CLUB FACILITIES MASTERPLAN PROJECT
Sea View Golf Club is embarking on an exciting new chapter with the development of a Facilities Masterplan designed to secure the club’s future and enhance its role within the community.
With our current Crown Land lease expiring in June 2027, this project is essential to demonstrate increased community benefit while continuing to deliver an exceptional experience for members.
Working alongside leading consultants Place Development and Woods Bagot, the masterplan will focus on:
– Enhancing member facilities and amenities
– Supporting long-term lease renewal
– Expanding community access and engagement
– Strengthening financial sustainability
– Modernising the clubhouse while respecting its heritage
Importantly, there will be no disruption to members, and no changes to the 9-hole golf course layout. The focus is on improving built facilities and practice areas only.
Our Vision
To create Cottesloe’s premier coastal clubhouse—where golf, hospitality, and community come together in one of WA’s most iconic locations.
Timeline
Now – April 2026: Concept development and consultation
April 2026: Member presentation and feedback
May 2026: Final masterplan release
This project represents a significant opportunity to enhance Sea View for members while creating a vibrant, welcoming destination for the broader community.
James Green – President
Sea View Golf Club Inc
This Masterplan outlines a range of potential facility improvements for Sea View Golf Club. These concepts are presented for consideration only and are not finalised. As the planning process evolves, elements may be refined, adjusted, or changed in response to member feedback, feasibility, and strategic priorities.
Strategic Context
The club’s vision is to position Sea View as Cottesloe’s Coastal Community Clubhouse—a welcoming destination where heritage golf, contemporary hospitality, and community connection meet Western Australia’s most iconic coastal landscape.
The Facilities Masterplan Project will develop a clear, strategic, and pragmatic pathway for the future development of our facilities. It will consider enhancements to the clubhouse, practice facilities, and supporting operational areas to ensure they meet members’ needs whilst expanding access and amenity for the broader Cottesloe community.
Key priorities include:
•Securing lease renewal through demonstrable community benefit
•Improving accessibility for all ages and abilities (universal design principles) •Modernising our 1970s clubhouse whilst respecting heritage values
•Revenue diversification to support long-term financial sustainability
•Enhancing the member experience and facility quality
PROJECT LEAD – PLACE DEVELOPMENT
Place Development has been appointed to lead a best-in-class team of project consultants and golf specialists for the Facilities Masterplan Project.
Their expertise in local tourism, leisure assets, and golf club development (examples pictured below) ensures a careful, professional approach that aligns with best practices in facility planning and community engagement.
The team will regularly report to our established Masterplan Working Group and Board throughout the project.
Place Development manages all aspects of the development process with disciplines and knowledge equity illustrated in the delivery of highly successful, mixed-use projects.
Partnership Team:
PLACE DEVELOPMENT – Development Manager & Strategic Lead
WOODS BAGOT – Architecture & Design
NO DISRUPTION TO MEMBERS
Importantly, members will experience no disruption to their current membership, course access, or facilities throughout this Stage 1 masterplanning phase (14 weeks).
The golf course layout will not be affected. The masterplan focuses on built facilities and practice areas only.
This is a planning and consultation phase. Any construction or development activities would only proceed after:
•Final endorsement of the masterplan
•Detailed planning and approvals
•Funding commitments secured
•Member consultation and support
The process is designed to be consultative and transparent, with the result anticipated to be a fully endorsed masterplan that will act as a blueprint for our club’s future development.
PROJECT TIMELINE
Stage 1 (Current – April 2026): Vision & Concept Development
•Vision workshop (completed February 2026)
•Stakeholder engagement and member consultation
•Concept design development
•Draft masterplan preparation
Stage 2 (April – May 2026): Review & Refinement
•Board review
•Member presentation and feedback
•Town of Cottesloe briefing
•Masterplan refinement
Stage 3 (May – June 2026): Final Masterplan
•Final masterplan delivery
•Business case and funding strategy
•Lease renewal documentation support
Any future development activities would only proceed following final masterplan endorsement, detailed planning, statutory approvals, funding commitments, and member consultation.
GUIDING PRINCIPLES
Working in alignment with our strategic priorities, the facilities masterplan is guided by five key principles:
Member Experience
Exceeding member expectations with modern, high-quality facilities that support golf operations and social amenity
Community Benefit
Enhanced public access and activation, serving members, residents, families, and visitors whilst meeting Crown Land lease requirements
Heritage & Legacy
Respecting our 116-year history, heritage listing (Place 15822), coastal character, and loyal member community
Universal Access
Contemporary, inclusive design welcoming people of all ages and abilities, including improved accessibility for elderly residents, people with disabilities, and families
Financial Sustainability
Revenue diversification (F&B, functions, technology) ensuring long-term viability and supporting ongoing course investment The masterplan will focus on three key user groups: Members, Community, and Operations.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
The Facilities Masterplan Project aims to develop a clear, strategic vision and pragmatic pathway for our club’s future. With our Crown Land lease expiring 30 June 2027, the masterplan must demonstrate enhanced community benefit to secure lease renewal from the Town of Cottesloe. The masterplan will consider enhancements to the clubhouse, practice facilities, and amenities to meet members’ needs, modern standards, and sustainability goals whilst expanding community access and preserving our heritage character. This is a planning and consultation phase, not an active construction phase. The masterplan will act as a blueprint for future development.
A team of best-in-class consultants and golf specialists is leading the project. The primary consultants include Place Development (Development Manager) and Woods Bagot (Architects). A Sea View Golf Club Working Group has been established, and the Board will be involved throughout the masterplanning process. Will this process impact my current membership, course access, or facilities? No. Members will not experience disruption to their current membership, course access, or facilities during this Stage 1 masterplan phase (14 weeks). The process is designed to be entirely consultative and non-intrusive. Any future construction or development would only proceed after final masterplan endorsement, detailed planning, statutory approvals, and member consultation.
No changes to the 9-hole golf course layout are proposed. The masterplan focuses on built facilities and (potentially) practice areas only. Golf course quality and playability remain core priorities.
Members will be consulted during various phases of the masterplan development. Your feedback and input are valued and will be incorporated into the final plan, ensuring future development aligns with our community’s needs. Engagement opportunities include:
•Project updates via email (EDMs)
•This project website with Q&A
•Member presentation and feedback session (April 2026) •Annual General Meeting presentation