TGCSA 3- & 4-star guest house; AA Quality Assured highly recommended

A consistent award winner, this welcoming, personally run, 3- and 4-star Victorian farmhouse offers both standard and garden rooms. You’ll enjoy personal pampering, hearty breakfasts and tasty dinners. The inviting lounge and dining room overlook sweeping lawns and the majestic Swartberg. Take leisurely walks, challenging trails, explore the rock pools in the river, bird-watch or simply laze at the pool, soaking up the peace and silence.

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VISA & MasterCard accepted | Restaurant (problem diets catered for - advise when booking) | Pool | Children & pets welcome | Mountain biking | Walking trails | Birding | River with rock pools | Secure parking | Laundry service | Safe | Free Wifi | French, German, Italian & Swedish spoken | Owner Marie Holstensson

TGCSA 5-star premium luxury hotel

The Silo is an exclusive five-star premium hotel in Cape Town’s V&A Waterfront, towering above Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa and defined by Heatherwick Studio’s shimmering geometric windows. Each of the 28 rooms has been individually decorated using colourful and eclectic pieces which juxtapose the modern, industrial architecture. The experience at The Silo Hotel is focused on the art and culture of South Africa’s Mother City while celebrating its exquisite natural beauty. See also The Granary Café on the ­Restaurants in the Winelands & Cape Town page.

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Major credit cards accepted | The Granary Café, Willaston Bar and The Silo Rooftop | Conference room (seats 22) | Spa & sauna | Gym | Pool | 24-hour concierge | Laundry service | Air-conditioning | Under-floor heating | TV | Limited DStv (Netflix & Amazon available) | Wifi | Mini bar & in-room snacks | Safe

Contemporary-chic cottages beside wine production cellar

Ideal for winelovers wanting to be close to the action, Rose and Protea cottages are situated beside the production cellar on the premises in the heart of Franschhoek. Both cottages have been remodelled to match the contemporary-chic styling of the visitor venue, which is also on the property. The self-catering homes each sleep four adults and have been fitted with all modern conveniences to ensure you have a relaxing stay in one of South Africa’s food capitals. See also Brampton Wine Studio, Old Road Wine Co and The Jetty Restaurant at Fryer's Cove on the Restaurants in the Winelands & Cape Town page.

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VISA & MasterCard accepted | Restaurant | Conference facilities | Weddings/functions | Winetasting | Secure parking | Air-conditioning | Fireplace | Safe | TV | DStv | Wifi

TGCSA 4-star boutique hotel

La Petite Ferme Boutique Hotel & Winery offers the perfect combination of private, contemporary country-style accommodation, luxury amenities and heart-warming hospitality. Situated on the Oliphants Pass high on the Middagkrans Mountain slopes, the Manor House and Vineyard Suites each have all the creature comforts you’d expect plus spectacular views of Franschhoek Valley – a picture-perfect paradise in which to relax. See also The Restaurant at La Petite Ferme on the Restaurants in the Winelands & Cape Town page.

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Major credit cards accepted | Restaurant | Vine Orientation tours | Winetasting | Secure parking | Air-conditioning | Ceiling fans | Fireplace | Under-floor heating | Safe | TV | DStv | Wifi | Some rooms have plunge pools | Owner The Nest Estate

TGCSA 4-star self-catering

High Season Farm is ideally located near the whale-watching hotspot of Hermanus, and within walking distance of all the top pinot noir vineyards of the Upper Hemel-en-Aarde Valley. Beautifully decorated 4-star farm cottages are ideal for groups or couples travelling to this internationally hailed and wonderfully scenic wine region.

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VISA, MasterCard, Diners Club & Amex accepted | Weddings/functions | Pool | Mountain biking | Walks/hikes | Birding | Cellar tours | Winetasting | Secure parking | Laundry service | Air-conditioning | Ceiling fans | Fireplace | Under-floor heating | Safe | TV | DStv | Wifi

TGCSA 4-star country house (Country Inn honeymoon and luxury suites only)

Meaning ‘Seven Expectations‘, the name Zevenwacht encapsulates several delights that await visitors at this historic estate. Choose between the Country Inn, offering four-star accommodation in luxuriously appointed, air-conditioned suites; three-bedroom Vineyard Cottages; or self-catering four-bedroom chalet. See also Zevenwacht Restaurant on the Restaurants in the Winelands & Cape Town page.

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Major credit cards accepted | Restaurant | Conferences | Weddings/functions | Spa | Sauna | Pool | Tennis court | Mountain biking | Walks/hikes | Birding | Cellar tours | Winetasting | Secure parking | Shuttle service | Laundry service | Air-conditioning | TV | DSTV | Wifi | Safe | Owners Harold & Denise Johnson

Self-catering guest cottages

Splashes of bright, inviting colour in a quiet Robertson valley, the individually decorated self-catering cottages on Windfall farm will lift your spirit just by looking at them! There are different units for families and couples, all with own braai area, along with refreshing pool to cool off in and variety of kids’ activities on offer. It’s the perfect getaway to recharge, with the bonus of handcrafted, award-winning Windfall wines and brandy to taste by arrangement. Hopefully, with more rain this year the dams will be full and you can enjoy jumping off the jetty and having sundowners at the boma.

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VISA & MasterCard accepted | Children welcome | Pet friendly | Pool | Mountain biking | Walks/hikes | Winetasting by appointment only | TV | DStv

TGCSA 4-star guest house

Bonne Esperance is an acclaimed boutique guest house in Stellenbosch, the charming winelands town known for its majestic mountains, lush vineyards and historical, artistic and cultural richness. Seventeen luxury rooms are set in a Victorian-style villa built in 1907, which retains its Old World charm with the welcome addition of modern comforts to ensure a perfect stay. Within easy walking distance of the town centre, where most restaurants, shops and sidewalk cafes are located, Bonne Esperance lives up to its French name – ‘Good Hope’ – in creating an experience where guests feel refreshed, revitalised and inspired during and after their visit.

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VISA, MasterCard, Diners Club & AMEX accepted | TripAdvisor Hall of Fame | Pool | Secure parking | Shuttle service | Laundry service | Air-conditioning | Safe | TV | DStv | Wifi

Exclusive and luxurious lodges with spectacular views

A magnificent Cape winelands property flanked by majestic mountain ranges, Delaire Graff Estate is a unique destination offering exceptional experiences born of exclusive lodges and villa, a destination spa, two outstanding restaurants, state-of-the-art winery and wine lounge, and luxury boutiques. See also Delaire Graff Restaurant and Indochine on the Restaurants in the Winelands & Cape Town page.

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VISA, MasterCard & international money transfer accepted (Amex & Diners Club cards not accepted) | Delaire Graff & Indochine restaurants | Functions | Spa | Sauna | Gym | Pool | Jacuzzi | Mountain biking | Walks/hikes | Cellar tours | Winetasting | Secure parking | Shuttle service | Helipad | In-room tea & coffee facilities | Laundry service | Air-conditioning | Under-floor heating | Safe | TV | DStv | DVD player | Wifi | Condé Nast Traveller Gold List - Top 20 Best Hotels in the World (Feb 2018)

Luxury villas

On the Simonsberg foothills, just 10 minutes from Stellenbosch, the exclusive and luxurious Villa Sclavoi and Villa Zamia are part of award-winning Deux Frères boutique winery. Each villa has a king-size en suite bedroom and large verandas with beautiful views of the valley and vineyard, plus a large conservatory with collection of plants, reading material and fireplace. The villas share access to a private pool area with comfortable loungers, as well as a large garden with a vast collection of cycads from around the world and active birdlife. The villas are ideal for exploring the wine route, conducting business in Stellenbosch or simply relaxing and rejuvenating in the winelands.

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VISA, MasterCard & EFT accepted | Private lounge | Dining space | Warm & cold beverage station | Pool | Cellar tours | Winetasting | Concierge service | Laundry service | Air-conditioning | Fireplace | Safe | TV | DStv | Wifi | Secure parking | Private entrance | English spoken

Klink Award best accommodation on a wine estate

Tucked away close to the wine cellar, restaurant and bakery, the luxury suites on Jordan Wine Estate offer panoramic views of the vineyards and Stellenbosch mountains. Each suite has spacious interiors that are individually designed and uniquely decorated, making Jordan Luxury Suites an ideal choice for a perfect winelands getaway. See also Jordan Restaurant and The Cellar Door on the Restaurants in the Winelands & Cape Town page.

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Major credit cards accepted | Restaurant | Conference facilities | Functions | Cellar tours | Winetasting | Secure parking | Laundry service | Air-conditioning | Fireplace | Safe | TV | DStv | Wifi | English & Afrikaans spoken | Owners Jordan family

Self-catering apartments on organic wine farm

Laibach Vineyards invites you to its lodge in the middle of a sea of organic vines. At this 50-hectare working wine farm, just a few kilometres north of Stellenbosch, five spacious and comfortable self-catering apartments are offered, each with a private en suite bathroom, small but fully furnished kitchen, LCD satellite TV and wifi, and deck with magnificent Table Mountain views.

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Major credit cards accepted | Pool | Walks/hikes | Winetasting | Secure parking | Ceiling fans | TV | DStv | Wifi | Safe | Owners Laibach family from Germany

TGCSA 5-star premium boutique hotel

Steeped in history, and nestled in Stellenbosch’s idyllic Jonkershoek Valley, 329-year-old Lanzerac is synonymous with Old World charm and rich Cape heritage. Staying in exquisitely styled rooms and suites, blending period grandeur with contemporary style, guests are indulged with warm and passionate service, and the best wine and cuisine – in short, the finest hospitality the Cape winelands has to offer. See also Lanzerac – Dining on the Restaurants in the Winelands & Cape Town page.

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Major credit cards accepted | Main restaurant, cigar bar, pub & casual deli | Conferences | Weddings/functions | Day spa | Sauna | Gym | Pool | Jacuzzi | Helipad | Horse riding | Mountain biking | Walks/hikes | Birding | Cellar tours | Winetasting on-site | Secure parking | Shuttle service | Laundry service | Air-conditioning | Under-floor heating | TV | DStv | Wifi | In-room tea & coffee facilities | Safe

Family-friendly village-style hotel on heritage wine estate

Spier Hotel, situated on the historic Stellenbosch wine farm, is the ideal family-friendly location from which to explore the Cape winelands. Ranked in the top 100 vineyards in the world, Spier houses one of SA's largest contemporary art collections, and offers a variety of restaurants and award-winning wines. The village-style hotel, reminiscent of a quaint village, caters to guests’ every need, from rest and relaxation to adventures for kids and adults. The rooms are clustered around six courtyards, each with its own swimming pool.

See also Spier Hotel Restaurant & Wine Bar Café on the ­Restaurants in the Winelands & Cape Town page.

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Major credit cards accepted | Spier Farm Café | Picnics | Vadas Smokehouse & Bakery | Meetings | Weddings/functions | Spa | Pool | Kids clubhouse | Mountain biking | Walks/hikes | Segway tours, Eagle Encounters & self-guided VoiceMap walks | Birding | Winetasting | Craft market | Art | Secure parking | Shuttle service | Laundry service | Air-conditioning | Ceiling fans | DStv | Wifi | Safe | TripAdvisor Hall of Fame | Spier Shop

Luxury guest villa sleeping max 12 persons

Spacious and elegantly proportioned, the 200-year-old Oldenburg homestead has been meticulously restored and modernised to create a seamless flow of indoor and outdoor spaces for relaxed family living and sophisticated entertaining. The Homestead is well suited to a multi-generational family, party of friends or corporate team. Fringed by a well-established garden, olive groves and vineyards, the two-level house has deep verandas, large swimming pool and gym. It comes with a butler and housekeeper.

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Guests have access to all facilities & services | Major credit cards accepted | Complimentary winetasting | Daily fruit & snacks | Gym | Pool | Mobile spa & yoga sessions (extra cost) | Mountain biking (extra cost for hiring bikes) | Walks/hikes | Birding | Secure parking | Shuttle & transfer service (extra cost) | Laundry service | Safe | Air-conditioning | Fireplaces in common areas | Under-floor heating in bathrooms | TV | DStv | Free wifi

Luxury country house

The Residence and the Cottage are set in the foothills of Helderberg Mountain, within 9 km of De Zalze Golf Estate. Secluded and fringed by vines, both homes offer tranquillity and stunning mountain views. The historic town of Stellenbosch is just a 15-minute drive distant, and the surrounding countryside offers nature lovers outstanding hiking and walking opportunities in a beautiful part of South Africa. See also Longtable Restaurant on the Restaurants in the Winelands & Cape Town page.

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Major cards, EFT & cash accepted | Restaurant | Conference facilities | Weddings/functions | Children welcome | Walks/hikes | Winetasting | Secure parking | Laundry service | Safe | Air-conditioning | Fireplace | TV | DStv | Wifi | German spoken | Owner Haskell Vineyards