The four star De Kleijne Bos Country House which nestles in the heart of the Drakenstein valley, features the well known winelands region. Situated on the outskirts of the Paarl Village, only 3km from the main town it is an ideal base to indulge tastes for fine wines and world class cuisine. The original De Kleijne Bos Country House offers…
SA-Venues.com™, a premium online travel resource for South Africa, has launched yet another feature to cater to the growing needs of the local and international tourist market. Easy-to-use maps of the wine regions (including the Cape Winelands, Karoo, Northern Cape, etc…) now feature on the website, and allow those planning a visit to the country to plot their route and…
Franschhoek Rond en Bont is a community tourism route that showcases the fascinating history and culture of this part of South Africa’s Western Cape Province. The goal of this very special route is to expose the diversity of the community of this picturesque valley and to share a glimpse into their lives and loves.
The Western Cape is known for the array of world-class wines that it produces from rolling vineyards that stretch through Stellenbosch, Franschhoek, Paarl, Robertson and the Karoo. However, this area is also acclaimed for producing some of the finest cheese in the country and, arguably, the world. These dairy delights are the perfect complement to the variety of wines, rounding…
This post with permission from South Africa Travel News. See the original article at: Paarl – overlooked jewel of the Western Cape The town of Paarl is literally on my doorstep. I’ve driven past it on the N1 numerous times and yet not visited. But this weekend was an exception. I needed to right a wrong and take a look…
This post with kind permission from South Africa Travel News – Original article at: A Gastronomic experience at Fairview The temptation to play with the word ‘fair’ when applied to Fairview Wine Estate is great – it more than lives up to its name. The Wine and Cheese farm, just off Suid-Agter Paarl Road, lies in one of the ‘fairest’…
Stellenbosch Fresh Goods Market is an authentic Slow Food Market. As opposed to ‘fast food’, slowfood is the output of producers who have sourced, grown, raised, harvested, caught, preserved or transformed the food themselves.
Bikes ‘n Wines is a novel and exciting approach to Winelands Tourism that appeals to the young-spirited seeking an off-the-beaten-track experience. Explore several superb estates of the Stellenbosch Winelands, situated 50 kilometres outside of Cape Town, through the use of ‘slow tourism’. The full day tour begins by meeting our guides at a café on the famed Long Street in…
The Drakenstein Lion Park is situated in the Cape Winelands and comprises 50 acres of sprawling lion habitat. The Park is actively involved in improving the quality of life of lions in captivity, locally as well as internationally, either by offering these animals a lifetime home or working in conjunction with other animal welfare organizations to secure a safe future…
OK, its not in the Winelands, but we felt it was worth including as the region produces some of the finest wines imaginable … Walker Bay, a 45 minute drive from Cape Town, has become a fashionable region to visit, particularly with the establishment of over a dozen wineries in and around Hermanus, already popular for its whale spotting between…
The Franschhoek Motor Museum offers visitors a special opportunity to look back at more than 100 years of motoring history with its unique and exciting collection of vehicles, motorcycles, bicycles and memorabilia in the magnificent setting of L’Ormarins.
Experience the ideal lunch or dinner on the verandah at Diemersfontein Country House. The chef will delight your senses with his creative cooking; he combines excellent food with Diemersfontein´s award winning wines. Open daily but reservations are essential.
The annual Stellenbosch Wine Festival takes place usually in January. During this week various member wineries host special intimate events on their premises. The attractions vary from hearty stews, specialist tastings of timeless classics, quad rides and art exhibitions. Last year’s Wine Week was a huge success, especially as it allows visitors to mingle on a casual and intimate basis…
Rhebokskloof Wine Estate is a very popular venue for celebrating special events including Cape Winelands Weddings, special birthdays and anniversaries are so much more special when held in the beautiful surroundings offered by Rhebokskloof. And with the experienced Hospitality Team at your service, you are guaranteed a wonderful and relaxing time. Rhebokskloof promises you a unique experience with gourmet delights – to drink…
Find some of the finest guest houses the Cape Winelands has to offer. Guest Houses include Bed and Breakfasts, Guest Lodges all located within the Cape Winelands of South Africa. All Guest Houses listed are registered, accredited Guest Houses and you can deal directly with the guest house owners, either via e-mail or by telephone. Make your bookings directly with…