Cape Winelands travel

Just a 45-minute drive from Cape Town and you're in the mountains and valleys of the Winelands - all gracious gabled Cape Dutch homesteads, cask-lined cellars, oak-treed towns and ultra fine restaurants. The towns of Stellenbosch, Franschoek and Paarl are delightful and beg to be explored and savoured very slowly, like good wine.

Some 15 attractive small towns have the good fortune to nestle in the fertile Breede River Valley, wall-to-wall in orchards and vineyards.

There's Ceres, aptly named for the Roman goddess of fertility; Tulbagh with 32 historical buildings making for the largest concentration of national monuments in the country; Montagu, home of hot mineral springs famed for curative powers; Worcester and Robertson - known for their noble vintages.

Attractions in the valley include one of the largest brandy distilleries in the world (KWV Brandy Cellar), game reserves, tribal art and museums (try Kleinplasie Living Open Air Museum which revives early settler days with demonstrations of candle making, sheep shearing and harvesting.

 

Paarl Accommodation

A 40-minute drive from Cape Town, you'll find the scenic and historical town of Paarl. With an array of attractions, scenic drives, hiking trails, wine tasting opportunities, excellent restaurants, an architectural heritage spanning three centuries, a variety of accommodation establishments, as well as friendly and honest hospitality
Paarl Accommodation

Franschhoek Accommodation

Nestled between towering mountains in the beautiful Cape winelands lies the World Famous Franschhoek Valley. The food and wine capital of South Africa, where fantastic wines are cultivated and South Africa's top chefs roam. Breath-taking scenery, warm hospitality, world class cuisine and the finest wines all await you on your winelands visit
Franschhoek Accommodation

Stellenbosch Accommodation

Surrounded by rolling vineyards and dramatic mountains, Stellenbosch, offers the best in Western Cape warmth and hospitality. The stunning backdrop of the Hottentot Holland mountains, the oak tree lined lanes and streets and the white gabled Cape Dutch homesteads all blend in to give you an unforgettable experience.
Stellenbosch Accommodation

Featured accommodation & holiday houses in the Cape Winelands

Klein Genot

Klein Genot, cradled by the Franschhoek & Stoney Brook rivers & situated under the watchful gaze of the majestic Franschhoek mountains. Organic principles are paramount here. Pick sun-ripened fruit from your balcony & know that the vegetable & herb gardens, a guarantee of the freshest produce at every meal.
KLEIN GENOT

Palmiet Valley Estate

Situated on a working wine estate outside Paarl, center of the winelands area of the Cape. Stay in the a restored farm homestead. Expect crisp cotton linen on Victorian sized beds, gleaming wooden floors and chinky crystal glasses from which to enjoy any of the Estate's exceptional range of export wines.
PALMIET VALLEY ESTATE

Le Franschhoek Hotel

Capturing the essence of 4 star hotel, the impeccably appointed Le Franschhoek Hotel offers unequalled views of the spectacular Franschhoek Mountains. 63 elegantly appointed rooms in 4 unique and distinctly different settings as well as conference facilities and a health and wellness center.
LE FRANSCHHOEK HOTEL

Lanzerac Manor

Set in the heart of a working wine estate on the outskirts of picturesque Stellenbosch, the Lanzerac Manor & Winery has long been the residence of choice for discerning travellers. Located on a private working wine estate in the world-famous Jonkershoek Valley surrounded by the dramatic Helderberg mountains.
LANZERAC MANOR

Grande Roche

The historic hotel and its adjoining suites create an oasis among the Winelands, a member of the renowned Relais & Chateaux hotel association. The immaculately restored Cape Dutch homestead dates back to the 18th century, and offers a variety of accommodations, suites & executive rooms.
GRANDE ROCHE

Auberge Rozendal

Auberge Rozendal is a family owned and run country inn with 16 en-suite guestrooms all with terraces. The rooms decorated in European style with a South African touch – the walls of many decorated by works of well-known contemporary South African artists. Guests are accommodated in simple elegance and comfort.
AUBERGE ROZENDAL

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