Stellenbosch Valley Villa
Located in the historic winelands of Stellenbosch is a private estate set in 5 acres of timeless garden. Stellenbosch town centre is only a 10-minute drive away. 700sqm of luxury living villa space to rent, with 6 bedrooms that all have en-suites and their own balconies boasting spectacular views of the surrounding Stellenbosch vineyards with […]
Located in the historic winelands of Stellenbosch is a private estate set in 5 acres of timeless garden. Stellenbosch town centre is only a 10-minute drive away. 700sqm of luxury living villa space to rent, with 6 bedrooms that all have en-suites and their own balconies boasting spectacular views of the surrounding Stellenbosch vineyards with a backdrop the Helderberg mountains in the distance. Take a moment to pause in the secret steam room, overlooking the natural dam with eco-pool and zipline. A luxury villa rental with a backdrop of the Devon Valley vineyards and exquisite rolling lawns that extend all the way down to the Victorian-style Looking Glasshouse, carousel and showman’s caravan in the wild meadow. Surrounded by rose bush gardens and lavender fields is the recently refurbished private Sir Herbert Baker-style manor house with plenty of secluded spots in between and around.
Accommodation Layout –
Manor House – The downstairs reception area leads seamlessly outside towards the terrace, the tasting room with private cellar are found on the same level. Inside you can start your evening with a drink at the blue gin bar and continue to the 10 seater formal dining room, with meals prepared in the fully equipped spacious kitchen. This space is ideal for social cooking and fitted with an authentic AGA stove. End the evening in the spacious drawing room/study/library, all fitted with fireplaces. The interiors are inspired by old-world elegance, with carefully selected antiques and art pieces on display throughout this luxury villa rental. The upstairs living space layout has a central media entertainment area with a fireplace for cooler evenings.
Bedrooms – Three en-suite bedrooms: There is a separate king suite with en-suite (bath and shower) that has a balcony overlooking the glistening blue pool. Near here you will find the summer room, jacuzzi and the steam room. The second bedroom (kids room) has a double and single bed with bath and shower (en suite); the guest bedroom has a double bed with shower (en suite).
The Pool Pavilion – Has a dreamy solar-heated swimming pool with three bedrooms as well as a fully equipped kitchenette. The Family Suite has a king size bed, two single beds and full en-suite bathroom. There is another room with a King size bed and full en-suite bathroom, and a third bedroom with a queen size bed and full en-suite bathroom.
The Victorian glasshouse – A sun drenched intimate building with a fireplace nestled between 100 year old oak tree’s.
The Garden – Is fascinating and worth your time to explore, start beside the herb garden made up of fig, avocado and lemon trees and make your way through a themed playground appealing to all ages, as well as the 3 hounds that roam the property. Made up of life-size Alice in Wonderland characters, an authentic 1930s carousel and a showman’s caravan. But the highlight is definitely the eco-pool for wild swimming and the outdoor pizza oven.
Included –
Microwave
Underfloor heating
Netflix
Serviced daily
Steam room
TV, with DSTV and a DVD player
A concierge service is available for guests to assist in curating each stay, you will also have access to a private wine tasting at Le Grand Domaine.
The property has a generator that automatically operates during power outs
Plenty of activities to choose from on the property, specifically to keeping the little ones entertained, choose from baking, playing soccer, learning to drive in the retro Mini, going on treasure hunts and discovering the local flora.
Manor House (sleeps up to 7): 3 Ensuite bedrooms
1 x King Size bed
1 x King Size bed + Single bed
1 x Double bed
Pool Pavilion (sleeps up to 8): 3 Ensuite bedrooms
1 x King size bed + 2 Single beds
1 x King size bed
1 x King size bed
Features
- Air Conditioning
- Balcony and/or terrace
- Swimming pool
Amenities
- Wi-fi
- In-house reception / concierge
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Dishwasher
- BBQ
- Pool heating
- Hot tub or Jacuzzi
- Fireplace
Included –
- Daily housekeeping
- Daily continental breakfast
- Private chef service for 3-course dinner
Stellenbosch has an incredible wine, celebrated restaurants, art and cultural offering. The scenic Stellenbosch Wine Route is one of the most popular inspiring destinations and ideal for a year-round getaway. As the oldest in the country, the winelands region of Stellenbosch has much to offer local and international visitors alike, experience the award-winning wine estates and cellar experiences. For nature lovers there are plenty of hiking trails, mountain biking trails, gardens and activities for the whole family to enjoy. South Africa’s second oldest town is steeped in Dutch colonial history, mostly recognisable through the Cape Dutch architecture and the Village Museum’s period houses and gardens. The area also offers award-winning golf courses.
Cape Town International Airport->34 km|Franschhoek Town->44 km|Stellenbosch Town->6.4 km|Jonkershoek Nature Reserve->22 km
Price on Request
Excluded –
Laundry: larger loads will be sent away for laundering and will be for guests own account.
Transfers
The Glasshouse is an ideal setting for intimate gatherings, in celebration of weddings, anniversaries and birthdays.