The Cape Winelands District Municipality is a district municipality located in the Boland region of the Western Cape province of South Africa. In Afrikaans, Boland means “upland” or ” the higher land”. The Boland is generally mountainous, with range after range of beautiful and isolated sandstone peaks reaching towards 2000m but also has broad, fertile valleys that are home to some of the country’s finest vineyards.
Thanks to its dry, mountainous climate, the area is home to more than 300 vineyards and is one of the World’s largest wine producers. Unsurprisingly, the region is a hotbed of first-class restaurants as well.
Stellenbosch, Franschhoek and Paarl make up the core of the Winelands but there are many more places to explore.
Wish to sample some of the finest wines in the world and explore the beautiful scenery of The Cape Winelands? View our recommended accommodation options below…
On the side of a mountain, overlooking the Franschhoek valley, stand La Petite Ferme Guest Suites, award-winning Restaurant and Boutique Winery. La Petite Ferme accommodation is arguably the best the Western Cape has to offer. We have a variety of suites to suit any traveller, from the family holiday to the discerning couple in need of a luxurious experience.
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At Babylonstoren’s Farm Hotel, the overall effect is relaxed yet well-heeled with some of the existing farm buildings transformed into sophisticated guest accommodation. Set adjacent to a 3,5 hectare (8 acres) cultivated fruit and vegetable garden, the hotel is characterised by thick whitewashed walls, elegant gables and hearty fireplaces that emulate an authentic farm stay experience. There are six one-bedroom suites, as well as three one-bedroom cottages and four two-bedroomed cottages. The one- and two-bedroom cottages have a lounge area and basic kitchen.
The Farmhouse suites include nine one-bedroom suites. These all have access to an outdoor swimming pool and a hot spa area that includes a salt room, sauna and vitality pool as well as a lounge area.
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Bartholomeus Klip is an exclusive destination in the Cape Winelands, located on a working farm and game reserve in the Riebeek Valley. Discerning travellers will appreciate the peace and quiet in the exclusive five-room farmhouse, while families with children can enjoy privacy in the Wild Olive House & Cottage.
An easy drive of just over an hour from Cape Town, our romantic and supremely comfortable farmhouse is set beneath a spectacular mountain range and surrounded by well-kept farmland and a 10,000-acre nature reserve.
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Leeu House, an exclusive and private 12-room five-star destination, is the second property in the Leeu Collection, in the scenic Franschhoek valley. An oasis of comfort and luxury, Leeu House’s appeal is its country guesthouse feel on the main street of vibrant Franschhoek village, within easy strolling distance of award-winning restaurants, art galleries, boutiques and many other attractions.
Delaire Graff Estate is surrounded by sweeping views of stunning vineyards and mountains towards Stellenbosch, one of the world’s leading wine destinations. This incredible location provides a sense of escape and privacy for the guests of the Estate’s Lodges and Spa. The ten sumptuously decorated lodges, each with their own private plunge pool, invite complete relaxation in an idyllic setting.
Lodges have been designed with the discerning traveller in mind, each of the generously proportioned lodges, as well as the Presidential and Owner’s lodges, are thoughtfully conceived with careful attention to detail. Spacious living spaces and light-filled interiors flow seamlessly outdoors where guests can choose to dip into their private plunge pool or relax while sipping on a chilled glass of wine.