Stellenbosch Accommodation / Eikendal Lodge Guest House Bed & Breakfast / Accommodation in Stellenbosch

Treat yourself to an authentic Cape Winelands experience, blended with superior wines and true hospitality!

For the ultimate escape and rejuvenation, Eikendal Lodge, nestled amidst prized vineyards and a working winery near Stellenbosch, offers an idyllic Winelands retreat to recharge the senses.
Jaded city dwellers and travelling guests alike find comfort in this unsung jewel, comprising nine spacious en-suite rooms, each with its own private terrace whilst surrounded by ‘royalty’ with all the noble cultivars at their doorstep.

Unwind in the lap of Country style luxury. Guests can indulge in a laid-back al fresco breakfast with the majestic Helderberg as backdrop, set foot for a hiking trail through the fynbos beauty on the farm or relish a hearty meal at the resident A-la Carte Restaurant situated in the cellar. Eikendal Lodge sets itself apart with its unique, serene setting, luring with the best of both worlds with daily wine tastings and enlightening tours through the renowned Eikendal cellar

The Lodge is a home away from home, in a haven of tranquility, where relaxation is high on the agenda. At Eikendal Lodge our guests are welcomed with warm and generous South-African hospitality.

Accommodation

A charming conversion from a cluster of old farm buildings, Eikendal Lodge offers luxurious accommodation for the discerning traveller. At Eikendal Lodge, guests will find themselves surrounded by "royalty", with all the Noble cultivars at their doorstep. In spite of the rural setting, guests have all the modern conveniences required to ensure a memorable stay. The Lodge is a home away from home, in a haven of tranquility, where relaxation is high on the agenda.

The Guesthouse offers nine spacious en-suite bedrooms, with terraces opening directly onto the vineyards. Each room is individually decorated and appointed with satellite television, direct telephone, safe, fridge, and tea/coffee-making facilities. Hearty breakfasts are served in the elegant breakfast room or weather permitting on the patio leading to the sparkling pool.

Dining

Stroll down to our Eikendal Vineyards, A-la Carte restaurant, for a light lunch or formidable dinner. Picnic baskets are provided for the more energetic guests who want to explore the beauty of the Cape Wine lands or spend the day on one of the nearby beaches, lapping up the African sun. You may also wish to spend the evening out on your terrace under the stars, whilst enjoying one of our delicious dinner platters accompanied by our award winning wines.

Golf & Activities

The area is perfect for the Golf enthusiast who would like to experience some of South Africa's most prestigious courses. Other activities available include hiking in the vineyards and mountains, whale watching (seasonal), shopping at the famous Waterfront in Cape Town and much more.

Winery & Cellar Tours

Eikendal's modernised tasting facility and friendly team, provide you with the ideal opportunity to sample the range of award winning wines, seven days per week. Visit our barrel-vaulted cellar building for an informative tour, and the opportunity to meet our winemaker, from Monday to Friday at 11.30 and 14.30, during our harvest time. Eikendal now offers a very unique variatal tasting. This special tasting offers you the opportunity to pair our excellent wines with snacks such as biltong, nuts, olives, nougat etc. A taste sensation not to be missed.

A unique bonus for guests at harvest-time is a chance to participate in the grape-picking and thereafter to see at close quarters "your" grapes beginning their journey towards our award-winning wines in the pressing cellar, under the guidance of our wine makers. The excellent quality of wines and the spectacular landscape make Eikendal a worthwhile point of call whilst visiting the Cape Winelands.

Additional Services & Facilities

• Tea and coffee tray and fresh fruit provided daily. Picnic baskets or light lunches offered daily.
• Complimentary wine and snacks offered to our guests every evening
• Hair dryers in rooms.
• We offer all SABC channels as well as M-Net and Deukom TV.
• We offer two hiking trails on the farm, guests can enjoy a lovely walk / jog through our carefully labelled vineyards.
• Our guests can enjoy wine tasting and sales seven days a week.
Fly fishing is big news here at Eikendal! Our dams are stocked with Trout, Bass and Kurper and we offer fly fishing lessons, rent of equipment, and a chance to try your hand at this world-loved sport.
Here at Eikendal we support the Cheetah Outreach Foundation as well as the Anatolian Livestock Guarding Project. The Willie Haas Veterinary Clinic is located on our farm and we offer Eikendal Lodge guests the opportunity to meet our magnificent cheetah cubs once a week.
• Guests can participate in the grape-picking during harvest and watch "their" grapes beginning their way to our award winning wines.
• During winter we offer a Traditional Swiss Cheese Fondue with live entertainment on Fridays.
We have our own African Curio Shop here at Eikendal. Purchase unique and affordable gifts to take home.
• All rooms equipped with air-conditioning
• All our rooms are equipped with wall heating.
• We have a communal lounge with a fireplace.

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