Boschendal Farm
Guest accommodation ranging from the historical Herbert Baker designed Cottage 1685, to beautifully restored farm cottages. With an emphasis on stylish simplicity, the guest cottages are authentic and rural yet contemporary in character.
With privileged access to the farm, guests staying in the cottages will be able to savour the best of farm living. Join a farm tour or explore the estate on foot, following trails that take you through orchards and mountain fynbos. There are mountain biking routes, walking paths, caves to explore, wine tasting, swimming in the dams and plenty of opportunities to sit, read, relax and generally take in the goodness of farm life.
Dining options include eating at The Werf Restaurant, The Deli, Retreat or picnic area. You can have breakfast or braai baskets brought to your cottage; or pick up some fresh farm produce at our Farmshop and Butchery and prepare in your cottage. All cottages have a full kitchen (kitchenette in the smaller cottages) and are serviced daily. Ideal for couples, families and groups of friends.
About the Boschendal Farm
Guest accommodation ranging from the historical Herbert Baker designed Cottage 1685, to beautifully restored farm cottages. With an emphasis on stylish simplicity, the guest cottages are authentic and rural yet contemporary in character.
With privileged access to the farm, guests staying in the cottages will be able to savour the best of farm living. Join a farm tour or explore the estate on foot, following trails that take you through orchards and mountain fynbos. There are mountain biking routes, walking paths, caves to explore, wine tasting, swimming in the dams and plenty of opportunities to sit, read, relax and generally take in the goodness of farm life.
Dining options include eating at The Werf Restaurant, The Deli, Retreat or picnic area. You can have breakfast or braai baskets brought to your cottage; or pick up some fresh farm produce at our Farmshop and Butchery and prepare in your cottage. All cottages have a full kitchen (kitchenette in the smaller cottages) and are serviced daily. Ideal for couples, families and groups of friends.
The lodge is located in the of the Western Cape.
Features
Room facilities include Air Conditioning, Balcony / Deck, Bath, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Cooking Equipment, Cooking Facilities, Detached Private Bathroom, Disabled Rooms, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, En-Suite, Fan, Fireplace, Fridge, Hair Dryer, Heated Towel Rails, Heater, Internet Access (Complimentary), Iron / Ironing Board, Laundry Service (Available), Lounge Area, Mini Bar, Private Pool / Jacuzzi, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Satellite / Cable Television, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Television, Underfloor Heating, Verandah, Wheelchair Friendly,
The lodges appeals to a number of special interests such as Adventure, Birding, Cycling, Fishing, Flora, Gourmet, Hiking, History & Culture, Indigenous Culture / Art, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Shopping, Sports, Wine,
There are numerous activities on site such as Bird Watching, Boules, Catch-and-release Fishing, Cycling, Fine Dining, Fishing, Garden Tours, Gourmet Picnic, Horse Riding, Horse-back Safaris, Massages, Natural History Tours, Walks (Guided), Walks (Self Guided),
Activities off site include Adrenaline Activities, Animal Encounters, Art Galleries, Beach, Bird Watching, Boating, Boules, Canoeing, Catch-and-release Fishing, Child Friendly Activities, Cooking Courses, Cultural Tours, Cycling, Fine Dining, Fishing, Fly Fishing, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Garden Tours, General Sightseeing, Golf, Health and Fitness Centre, Helicopter Rides, Helicopter Scenic Flights, Hiking, Historical Tours, Horse Riding, Horse-back Safaris, Hot-air Ballooning, Massages, Mountain Biking, Museums, Natural History Tours, Quad Biking, Scenic Flights, Shark Cage Diving, Walks (Guided), Walks (Self Guided), Wildlife Tours, Wine Tasting,
The property boasts a number of facilities 24-hour Security, Activity Desk, Bar, Barbeque Facilities, Battery Charging Facilities, Communal Dining, Conference Centre, Disability Services, Eco Friendly, Gym (nearby), Internet Access (Complimentary), Kiddies Club, Laundry Service (Available), Library, Malaria Free, Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Restaurant, Secure Parking, TV Room,
Languages spoken include and available services are Airport Shuttle (Available),Babysitting Service,Credit Card,Room Service,Travel Desk,
Activities
The lodge offers some unique activities to suit your tastes.
The Tree house Playground and Pump Track
THE OUTDOOR EXPERIENCE PROGRAMME
Kids aged 4 – 12 years have the chance to enjoy an authentic outdoor farm experience under the leadership and professional guidance of our Tree House team while parents unwind.
With 2-hour morning, mid-day, and afternoon slots or immersive full-day slots available, the Outdoor Experience focuses on delivering captivating eco-edutainment that unpacks the joys of farm life.
The Kids’ Outdoor Experience is available daily for both in-house and day visitors.
Bookings are required to secure your child’s seat. Only 20 seats per slot are available.
FREE-RANGE TODDLERS’ PROGRAMME
We are thrilled to announce the long-awaited relaunch of our daily Tree House free-range toddlers’ programme, exclusive to in-house guests at Boschendal.
Toddlers aged 3 – 4yrs have the chance to enjoy magical and authentically enriched experiences under the professional guidance of our Tree House team while you can unwind and take a well-deserved break.
The programme must be booked 24 hours in advance so we may plan our roster accordingly.
reservations@boschendal.co.za
+27 (021) 870 4273
PUMP TRACK
Our MTB pump track is located next to The Tree House playground and is open to all Boschendal visitors. Bring your own bike or rent a bike from our MTB Trail Centre. This experience requires parental supervision.
trailcentre@boschendal.co.za
+27 (021) 870 4200
BIRTHDAYS AT THE TREE HOUSE
Our experienced team is eager to help make your young adventurer’s birthday one to remember. With a host of fun activities and our expert Tree House team on hand, this will be the wildest adventure party yet. Get in touch with our team today to start planning.
reservations@boschendal.co.za
+27 (021) 870 4273
Horse Riding
ONE HOUR HORSE RIDES R650 p/p per hour
In-house Guests R520 p/p per hour
We accept payment via Zapper and Snapscan.
Mondays to Fridays
10h00 - 11h00 Beginner rider
12h00 - 13h00 Advanced beginner rider
14h00 - 15h00 Intermediate rider
16h00 - 17h00 Experienced rider
Saturdays and Sundays
10h00 - 11h00 Beginner rider
14h00 - 15h00 Intermediate rider
16h00 - 17h00 Experienced rider
reservations@boschendal.co.za
+27 (021) 870 4273
PONY RIDES p/p per 15 minutes
Available Saturdays, Sundays & public holidays
12h30 - 15h00
In-house Guests R64 p/p
Visitors R80 p/p
Mountain Biking & Hiking
PRICING
HIKES
Morning Guided Hike R150 for in-house guests
R80 for a running/hike trail day permit
BIKES
R350 for half day, single suspension
R550 for full-day, single suspension
From R150 for half day, kids' bikes
From R100 for hourly rates, kids' bikes
DAY PERMITS
R80 for a MTB trail day permit
R80 for a running trail day permit
Day Permit: MTB Trails and walking trails (kiddies 5-11)
Free for in-house guests (excludes guide)
ANNUAL PERMIT
R650 for 1
R1 040 for a couple
R1 560 for a family of 4 and R200 per additional family member
Permits are available at our Trail Centre. 100% of the permit fee goes towards building and maintaining our trails. Maps can be downloaded from our website.
OPENING HOURS
Mon –Sun | 08h00 – 17h00
Guests are welcome to bring their own bikes. Trail opening times are weather dependent and rentals are subject to availability.
trailcentre@boschendal.co.za
+27 (021) 001 9401
Wine tasting Werf (walkins only) & Cellar Door (bookings/larger groups only)
Cellar Door Wine tasting:
Join us under the oak trees to taste a wide variety of Boschendal’s finest wines.
We also have delicious platters, featuring the best of our farm produce, to enjoy alongside your tasting. There’s no better place to spend the weekend than surrounded by lush greenery and magnificent mountain views of Drakenstein range. The Cellar Door is next to our Rhone Homestead and looks out over our Heritage Rose Garden.
The outdoor tasting area is set beneath a giant Oak tree giving you the quintessential Stellenbosch winelands experience.
Wine Tasting at The Werf:
Wine Tasting is now available on long tables under the oak trees in front of The Werf Restaurant and inside the old cellar building. Bottles available for purchase at Cellar Door prices to take away. Walk-in guests only. Farm plate menu is available to accompany wine tastings.
Garden Tour
TOUR TIMES
Mon – Sun | 10h00 – 11h00
Bookings are essential via our reservations team.
reservations@boschendal.co.za
+27 (021) 870 4273
Art Gallery
The Manor House doors have been opened to welcome an exciting and meaningful partnership with Brundyn Art. This new satellite gallery will feature the best of South African and African art with rotating exhibitions.
Work has been completed on a sensitive renovation and restoration of the historic Manor House. In consultation with specialists from Cape Heritage, Boschendal and its architect partners have made temporary changes to the Manor House’s interior because we want to accommodate the art displays and an anticipated increased footfall from visitors excited to see Brundyn art exhibitions at the farm.
Visit the gallery shop after your visit to take home print, mementos and curated gift items.
GALLERY DATES & TIMES
Mon – Sun | 09h00 – 17h00
On Fridays, the gallery is open until 19h00
Daily walkthrough tours | 11h00
Friday Night Market
Our well-loved and highly anticipated weekly Friday Night Market is back! We look forward to welcoming you back to balmy evenings, where you can expect live music, fresh farm produce, food stalls and other artisanal stands filled with handmade local products and a beautiful local is lekker vibe. Bring the family, four-footed members are also welcome as long as they are on a leash. Come live the farm under the starlight every Friday evening.
SEP-APR 17h00-21h00
Markets are weather dependant
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