An hour’s drive northeast of Cape Town is a region of the most beautiful countryside in South Africa. With jagged mountain peaks and lush valleys lined with vineyards, world class fine wines are produced by magnificent wine estates in the Cape Winelands. With mild Mediterranean-type weather and gobsmacking beautiful scenery a plethora of Historic towns, quaint villages and gracious Cape Dutch homesteads are to be found in this area. From the well-known regions like Franshoek (the gourmet capital of South Africa) and Stellenbosch (South Africa’s oldest town) to the lesser-known areas like the Robertson & Paarl Wine Valley, here are a selection of our favourite places to stay in the Cape Winelands.
Built in 1713, Coopmanhuijs was one of the first grand residences in the heart of historic Stellenbosch
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Town Centre, Stellenbosch
The Cape CadoganEstablished in 1686 as a modest thatch-roofed church at the request of Dutch governor Simon van der Stel.
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Town Centre, Stellenbosch
Striking Cape Dutch architecture meets African artefacts and styling, with original art from Laurence Graff’s personal collection.
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Stellenbosch, South Africa
La Residence is surrounded by vineyards with a spectacular mountain backdrop and breath-taking views of the undulating countryside.
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Franshoek, South Africa
Mont Rochelle is a stunning 26-bedroom hotel and vineyard just under an hour’s drive from Cape Town in the town of Franschhoek in South Africa.
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Franshoek, South Africa
The Last Word Franschhoek is an exclusive five star historic residence in the heart of Franschhoek village.
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Franshoek, South Africa
Five-star facilities and warm country hospitality blend seamlessly with cutting edge interior design.
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Stellenbosch, South Africa
Located between magnificent mountains, Angala is a retreat for body, mind and spirit.
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Franshoek, South Africa
Babylonstoren is one of the oldest Cape Dutch farms and has beautiful and diverse gardens.
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Franshoek, South Africa