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Holidays to Winelands, South Africa

Within an hour’s drive from Cape Town, South Africa’s winelands are home to rolling hills and valleys, spectacular mountains, attractive towns and villages and, of course, many world-class vineyards. Traditional Cape Dutch-style architecture predominates and there are some fantastic accommodation options, plenty of gourmet restaurants and many sights and activities.

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Stellenbosch

One of South Africa’s oldest European settlements, Stellenbosch was founded back in 1679 and is now a lively university town and centre for the South African wine industry. It is not only home to many boutique wine cellars, but also features elegant colonial architecture, myriad eating and entertainment options and is surrounded by picturesque rivers, valleys, forests and mountains.

Lanzerac HotelLanzerac Hotel Located on a 300-year-old wine estate in the Jonkers-Hoek Valley, this luxury property is surrounded by the Helderberg mountains in the heart of South Africa’s Winelands. Rooms all have private patios and the hotel offers gourmet dining and wine tasting.  River Manor Guest HouseRiver Manor Guest House This exclusive guest house is just two minutes’ walk from the centre of Stellenbosch in the heart of the Cape Winelands. Across from the Eerste River, guestrooms have antique furnishings and there are two large pools in the garden. 
Spier HotelSpier Hotel Located on the banks of the Eerste River and boasting panoramic views of the vineyards and Helderberg Mountains, this hotel, with its onsite wine centre and spa, makes an ideal base to explore the Winelands from. 

Wellington

Wellington is a small town with a scenic setting on the Murray River near Lake Alexandrina, and is well-known for its award-winning wines. You can visit its many boutique wine cellars on private tours and browse the town’s antique shops, speciality stores and small museums.

Bovlei Valley RetreatBovlei Valley Retreat On the edge of historic Wellington and surrounded by the Limietberg, Groenberg and Hawequa mountains, this converted stable block and cottage is in the heart of the Cape Winelands. 

Hermanus

Hermanus is built along the shores of Walker Bay near the Southern most tip of Africa and is home of the Southern Right Whale. Nature lovers from all over the world visit Hermanus to view these magnificent creatures from the best land based whale watching destination in the world.

Pebble Beach GuesthousePebble Beach Guesthouse Nestled in the majestic Hermanus mountains and adjacent to the picturesque Hermanus golf club lies the Pebble Beach Guest House. A fantastic base from which to explore the wonders of Hermanus, including the beach, cliff paths, whale watching and the village itself. 7 nts from €1,379

Franschoek

Franschoek is the wine and food capital of the Western Cape, tucked between impressive mountains and home to many renowned vineyards. This small town was founded at the end of the 17th century by French Huguenot settlers, who brought their wine-making skills and culture of fine food with them. Many of the original farmsteads with their Cape Dutch architecture remain and you can be assured of quality accommodation and a friendly welcome.

Le Quartier FrançaisLe Quartier Français This exclusive contemporary-styled boutique is in the scenic Franschhoek Valley, surrounded by the Cape Winelands, and offers gourmet dining and a spa centre.  Le Franschoek Hotel & SpaLe Franschoek Hotel & Spa In the centre of South Africa’s winelands and at the foot of the majestic Franschhoek Mountains this sophisticated hotel and spa centre has a long traditionally-thatched main building next to its famous vineyards. Offers outstanding food and wine and stylish contemporary guestrooms. 

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