Wine Village, situated at the entrance of Hermanus, is the gateway to the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley wine area. The Wine Village represents more than 500 South African wine producers and more than 2 500 labels of South African wines. This is an astounding collection of premium and superpremium South African wines. There are daily tastings of
Tredici is the Italian way of saying Baker’s Dozen – a belief dating back to the 13th century. Way back then bakers would illustrate their honesty by always offering their customers more than the law required, and never less. So, instead of 12 loaves in a dozen, customers would receive 13, and when purchasing only
The Vishuis is a collection of iconic fisherman’s cottages right in the heart of Hermanus Old Town. The luxury cottages are heritage buildings which have been restored and modernised to suit the independent world traveler. Guests can take a short walk to the Old Harbour, the cliff path, the whale view sites, the marine tidal
The Wines: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Maritimus (white blend), Epitome (red blend), Sauvignon Blanc, Merlot, Rosé, Wayfarer MCC. The Bellingham Turner family is the proud owner of this beautiful wine estate with its reputation for producing exceptional Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Spectacular sea views dominate the panoramic scene from the balcony of the Sumaridge tasting room,
At South Hill we strive to create the quintessential neighbourhood restaurant, somewhere to kick back and relax – enjoy a leisurely breakfast, a generous country style lunch or to celebrate special times – a romantic meal, wedding, birthday lunch or make merry with a glass of your favourite South Hill wine.Here you can feel comfortable
Restless River Vineyards is a small and focused winery in the Upper Hemel-enAarde Valley producing single vineyard Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Cabernet Sauvignon. Owner and winemaker, Craig Wessels is fanatical about creating honest, unique and somewhat rebellious wines that have their own distinctive personality and character, shaped each year by that particular growing season. For
WHY IS PINOT NOIR SO EXPENSIVE? The reason Pinot Noir is one of the hardest grapes to grow in the wine world, is a combination of factors that make this finicky grape a winemaker’s headache during the growing season. Pinot Noir’s thin skin, tight clusters and late ripening all combine as obstacles. Most of us
Ocean Eleven is an olde worlde, Cape Cod, colonial style guesthouse situated on the famous cliffs of Hermanus. Ocean Eleven boasts beautifully appointed rooms that have an all-embracing sea view over Walker Bay. Luxuries include 100% cotton percale linen, tea and coffee trays, mini-bars, heated towel rails, fans, as well as heating which will all
The Wines: Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir. This is an astounding collection of premium and superpremium South African wines. There are daily tastings of a selection of wine, craft gin and potstill brandy. Wines are shipped to 22 countries all over the world, from a single bottle to container loads. They are delivered fast,
This quaint farm stall and restaurant is situated on the main road in Napier and offers delicious home cooked lunches to be enjoyed on the stoep under the vines or in the cosy interior filled with interesting farm paraphernalia and delicious preserves, home-bakes, deli items and gifts. The menu offers seasonal dishes and daily specials
I love Rosé ! It’s one of those wines one can drink at any time of the day … in France they start at 11am and you can see all the old retraités sipping their first tiny glass at the bistros on the boulevards before le grand répas at 12.15. Alas…I have to wait until
Enjoy contemporary country cooking at this popular Overberg restaurant situated on Stanford Valley Guest Farm – 10km from the quaint village of Stanford and less than two hours from Cape Town. The food is wholesome and ample, served amongst mid-century modern décor and an unique art collection. The whitewashed farm cottages provide for a relaxing
Madrés is situated in the beautiful countryside of Stanford. Here you will find a country kitchen producing a delicious array of freshly prepared foods for the soul. The chalkboard menu is original and exciting and changes weekly. All sumptious dishes are prepared from scratch. Organic veggies come from the delightful garden right in your view
A deluxe guest retreat perfect as a base for wine tasting, a romantic getaway or whale-viewing holiday. It offers a warm ambience of gracious living, steeped in history in one of the oldest buildings in the heart of Hermanus. Surround yourself with comfortable luxury and the uplifting sights and sounds of waves and whales in
A deluxe guest retreat perfect as a base for wine tasting, a romantic getaway or a whale-viewing holiday. It offers a warm ambience of gracious living, steeped in history in one of the oldest buildings in the heart of Hermanus. Surround yourself with comfortable luxury and the uplifting sights and sounds of waves and whales
Beautifully situated 4-star self-catering cottages in the heavenly Hemel-enAarde Valley. High Season is a picturesque farm, offering an oasis of calm and restfulness with magnificent views of the valley. Stunningly appointed houses perfect for families, couples or large groups. Situated only 15 mins drive from the centre of Hermanus, it is iIdeally located to explore
The Wines: Bloos, Kaalvoet Meisie, Kat met die Houtbeen, Posmeester, Kleinboet, Skoonma, Swartskaap, Arnoldus. You’ll find the wine cellar with the longest Afrikaans name in the world hidden at the end of a cul-de-sac in The Village, on the corner of the R43 and the R320. What brand of wine would use a sheep as
Situated in the heart of the historical village of Hermanus, Harbour House Hotel & Apartments has been modelled after its original architecture – a slate-roof seaside Manor House built in 1920. The hotel is perfectly located above the Old Harbour and is within easy walking distance of the town’s top attractions, whale watching sites, markets,
