Boschendal Farm Luxury Accommodation

This is a place that leaves you wanting more and more. We stayed there as a family of 9 in 2 connecting cottages for 2 nights and unanimously we regretted for not having stayed there for longer. Starting with the welcome glass of champagne the bar was set high and it kept getting higher. Well appointed rooms and amenities with breathtaking views of the mountains on all sides is complimented with a natural pool to cool off on a hot day. Hired some mountain bikes to explore a small portion of the estate followed by snacks and refreshing drinks from the farm shop. With all the physical activities, you can recuperate with an in room massage and refuel your calories at one of their restaurants (again missed out as we only tried the Werf and Retreat). Have to go back again to experience the horse riding and the kids club and other activities.

What a beautiful wine farm. I came here with a group of 12 and while they did a wine tasting with cheese, I did a grape juice tasting with chocolate truffles. I’ve been to half a dozen wine farms because this group I’m traveling with is in the area to do some wine tastings. Perhaps other places offer a grape juice pairing but I don’t know. It was nice to be able to participate since I don’t like wine. A beautiful facility, with horse back riding, food, picnic areas, gift store, chocolate store and probably more. You can stay busy here for hours. Worth a visit indeed!

I’ll start by saying I’m pretty sad I don’t wake up at Boschendal every morning. We stayed as a family with 2 children for 2 nights, not long enough at all. We were warmly greeted at the reception and I instantly felt at home. We stayed at the orchard cottages which is about 2k from the main area. Reception will do pick ups and drop offs although we got bikes for a day and cycled- it’s it a hill so beware. The 2 bed was spacious, beautifully presented, log burner, kitchen, 2 baths, fire outside. They will deliver breakfast or meals or a Braai selection for you to cook yourself. The Friday night market was wonderful but super busy so get there early, pizzas, bbq, bao buns, live band, bouncy castle. Breakfast is served in the Werf restaurant and was stunning. Views, food, choice, 10/10 We didn’t have a chance to use the kids club but looked around and it was set up like a house with different areas for baking, crafts, cinema room etc. A brilliant adventure tree house outside too. We had a little look at the camp canoe luxury tents too which were also amazing and have their own team, wood fired hot tubs, hammocks and the best views on the property. Overall we absolutely loved our stay, the only problem was that we weren’t there long enough. I have a room tour on my Instagram @travel__like_a_king so feel free to take a look!

A trip to Boschendal is always a magical one. This is one place that does not just offer an exceptional wine tasting experience (and an assortment of perfectly distilled wines and spirits). It also allows one the opportunity of dining at an amazing restaurant, shopping for exceptional meals and produce, walking/hiking through perfect gardens and vineyards, and enjoying outdoor activities like horse riding and cycling. The Estate also has an art gallery, museum, and shops that transport one to the an otherworldly place. Private events and gatherings can also be arranged for at the Estate as well as cottages where one can stay and enjoy what the estate has to offer. This is not just a wine estate - it is a lifestyle and one in a million experience bar none.

Wow! A fully working farm of 5000 acres that just happens to have multiple restaurants, the most wonderful shopping and market, picnic area where kids were playing with handmade lawn games from trees on the property - just get out! They use every piece of their resources. The only part of our picnic that wasn't from the property was the cheese. Our guide Blanche was so sweet and just shed her love of her job and this property through her entire being. They have a variety of cottages all over the vast land of varying sizes. You can hike, horseback ride, ride bikes, eat, play, drink great wine, tour the grounds, shops, museum - a few hours was not enough! **RETURNED 2024 with two groups from the US! We had an excellent stay on all counts! Only one suggestion - when weather cancels the picnic, please bring the box inside :)