[29 March 2022] With winter edging closer, only a really cosy spot might get you to leave your home. Understandable. Take advantage of these 10  Cape Country Routes winter accommodation specials for the colder months.

1. Agulhas Ocean House, Cape Agulhas

This charming guest house is perfectly tucked away along the well-known Marine Drive in Agulhas, one of the Western Cape’s most well-liked vacation spots. Agulhas Ocean House B&B allows visitors to escape their mundane city routines and experience the peace and tranquility of seaside living thanks to its picturesque panoramic views of the nearby Indian Ocean, mountains, and the town.

The 2022 Winter Special, valid until 31 August is a 46% discount. Book a room type at only R 799 for 2 people including breakfast. Purchase more deals to extend your stay.

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2. Trogon House, Plettenberg Bay

15 minutes’ drive from the beaches of Plettenberg Bay is Trogon House, a treetop lodge in the Tsitsikamma Forest. It has a spa, a pool with a wooden sundeck, and an antique-furnished parlor with a stone fireplace.

On request, 3-course meals can be prepared at the Palazzo Dining Suite in addition to the daily continental or cooked breakfast. The bar sells beverages that can be purchased and enjoyed on the patio by the pool. Prices from R2 999 per couple.

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3. Oceana Palms Luxury Guest House, Gordon’s Bay

This house is 13 minutes’ walk from the beach. The Oceana Palms Luxury Guest House has a sizable rooftop deck with sun loungers and umbrellas and is situated in Gordon’s Bay between False Bay and the Hottentots Holland Mountain Range. It offers modern lodging that includes free Wi-Fi and panoramic views. Valid until 31 September 2022.

A 2 Night Stay for 2 People in Gordon’s Bay from R1 999 per room per night.

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4. Devonvale Golf & Wine Estate, Stellenbosch 

If you’re a wine enthusiast, check out South Africa’s oldest wine route, the Stellenbosch Wine Route.

Play a round of golf at the championship 18-hole course at Devonvale Golf & Wine Estate, which is enjoyed by both amateur and expert players.

While your partner is out on the course, indulge in spa treats. Then, meet up for lunch at the chic on-site restaurant, Chez Shiraz.

Price: From R1 649 per person per night

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5. Evergreen Manor & Spa, Stellenbosch

Enjoy the magic that is Stellenbosch at  Evergreen Manor & Spa where gracious living an old-world charm combined with modern convenience, friendly luxury and welcoming hospitality is a way of life.

Close to the centre of the town, with restaurants, art galleries and museums only a few minutes’ walk away, this country guesthouse makes a perfect base for exploring the surrounding wine estates and the entire area. 

Take advantage of Evergreen’s special Winter offer – book a stay (on a bed and breakfast basis) in a beautifully appointed luxury room for three nights and only pay for two. Valid from 1 May to 31 August.

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6. Gonana Guesthouse, Paternoster

The sustainable, eco-conscious  is located in Paternoster on the Bek Bay beach. Its luxurious, but relaxed contemporary accommodation comprises eight en-suite guest rooms. Additionally, the Studio - a double-storey, fully equipped with a kitchenette can serve as a self-catering unit or bed and breakfast.

Two new self-catering cottages with breathtaking sea views from the balconies, braai facilities, fully fitted kitchen provide the perfect option for those seeking privacy. Both the cottages and the guesthouse are pet friendly, while the cottages are also child friendly. Gonana’s Winter Warmer Special ‘Stay for Three Nights – Pay for Two Nights’ is valid for all bookings from 1 May to 15 August 2022.

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7. Karoo Art Hotel, Barrydale

Just off Route 62, close to the Tradouw Pass near Barrydale,  Karoo Art Hotel was always quirky and crazy, but never beautiful. Now it’s all three thanks to a major renovation under an imaginative new team that used the last phase of the Covid lockdown to demonstrate how fine a grasp they have on the art of  reinvention.  

Many other arts have been added beyond just that on the walls; the art of the bakery, the Karoo country kitchen, the art of local sourcing, the art of Fynbos infusion, the art of a Karoo country house party, the art of classic cinema (in the hotel’s movie house up in the rafters above the historic ballroom) . Ask owners Rick and Sue Melvill what the most important part of all is, and their reply is always ‘the art of joy.’ Book any two nights mid-week and get the third night free as part of their winter special – valid June to end August 2022. 

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8. Montagu Country Hotel, Montagu

This charming 4-star accommodation in Montag is a comfortable driving distance from Cape Town and the perfect destination for a winter getaway. Their new winter specials include:  

• One -Night Breakaway – Bed And Breakfast and Dinner (three-course, set menu), plus cocktail/mocktail per person – Classic Room – R2 055 per couple/Luxury Room – R2 450 per couple
• Wellness Two-Night Special – two nights Bed and Full Breakfast daily, Dinner (three-course, set menu), plus 30min back & neck massage or Morgan Taylor manicure with paraffin wax (per person per booking)  – Classic Room R3 750 per couple / Luxury Room  – R4 550 per couple
• Made- in- Montagu-Medley – two nights’ accommodation, full breakfast daily, a welcome drink, plus a complimentary bottle of Montagu Winery’s Cabernet Sauvignon – Classic Room – R2 570 per couple / Luxury Room R3 370 per couple, and the Montagu Hotel Weltevrede Wine Experience  – three nights’ accommodation, full breakfast daily, a complimentary bottle of Weltevrede Calcrete Chardonnay, a buy-one-get-one-free ‘Weltevrede Captivated’ by Cap Classique Tours, plus a 25% discount on Flying Feet Bike rentals – Classic Room – R3 588 per couple/ Luxury Room – R4 695 per couple/ Executive Suite – R6 280 per couple.

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9. Brenaissance Wine and Stud Estate, Stellenbosch

Looking for a quiet place to unwind and relax? Let us introduce you to Brenaissance, a vineyard, stud farm, and wedding venue in the beautiful Stellenbosch region of South Africa.

The estate, nestled in the Devon Valley countryside, is only a 40-minute drive from Cape Town but feels like it’s in another world. The accommodation at Brenaissance is charming, with an understated luxury that is ideal for getting away from the hustle and bustle of the city.

This special is valid from 1 May to 31 August 2022. 

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10. Wildehondekloof Private Game Reserve, Oudtshoorn

A 4 000-hectare private reserve with a luxury game lodge 40km from Oudtshoorn with nine private, luxurious en-suite bedrooms offer stunning views of the mountains and river. Activities include guided game drives, guided hiking trails, mountain biking (bring your own bike), swimming, stargazing and delicious cuisine.

Their Winter Special of R1 100 per person per night (bed and breakfast included) is valid from 1 May till 31 August 2022.

Situated close to the main lodge is the brand-new, self-catering family Villa that sleeps six (four adults, two children). With three bedrooms (two en-suite), a kitchen, an inside braai, a lounge, a dining area, shaded private parking, free WiFi and use of the swimming pool, and at only R2 900 per night, the Villa is perfect for a luxurious and tranquil escape to the Klein Karoo.

Ts & Cs apply. For booking enquiries, contact bookings@capecountryroutes.com, or visit Cape Country Routes here.

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Pictures: Supplied by Cape Country Routes.

Posted by David Henning in Getaway Magazine, with the original article available to view here.