Blue Gum Country Estate, Papiesvlei
Overview
Situated about a 10-minute drive from Klein River Cheese Factory Farmstead, the 4-star Blue Gum Country Estate Bed & Breakfast Papiesvlei features Wi-Fi in public areas and a car park on site. Located in a historical area, the luxury hotel offers a patio, a picnic area, and a library.
Location
The bed & breakfast is a great place to stay due to its prime location in Papiesvlei. Akkedisberg Pass in Papiesvlei is 4.4 km from the accommodation.
Rooms
The Blue Gum Papiesvlei features 9 rooms with a patio and a balcony, and views of the valley. Also, there is a private safe, a mini fridge bar, coffee and tea makers provided.
Eat & Drink
Guests are welcome to a lounge bar on site.
Leisure & Business
Beach facilities at this Papiesvlei hotel include parasols. You can play tennis at the property.
Rooms and availability
Facilities
General
- Smoking allowed in designated areas
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- Front desk
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Luggage storage
- Fireplace
- Multilingual staff
Sports & Fitness
- Outdoor tennis court
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Paid city shuttle
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Wedding services
Dining
- Breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Outdoor dining area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Coffee/Tea in lobby
- Free breakfast
Business
- Conference room
Children
- Cots
- Paid babysitting/ Child services
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Seasonal outdoor pool
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Garden area
- Barbeque grills
- Television in lobby
- Library
Room features
- In-room safe
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
Bathroom
- Washing machine
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Bedroom
- Electric blankets
Media
- Television
- Telephone
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Recommended for:
Wine TastingSavoring the exquisite taste of locally produced wine while enjoying a scenic vineyard tour and learning the art of winemaking.
Bird WatchingA bird lover's paradise, with over 150 different bird species to watch while taking a guided tour of the estate's lush nature trails.
StargazingAn immersive stargazing experience with clear night skies, astronomical sightings, and a private telescope to witness the Milky Way and other galaxies.
Cheese MakingA hands-on lesson in crafting artisan cheese from locally sourced dairy, with expert guidance from the estate's resident cheesemaker.
Bread BakingLearn the art of bread making, starting from the basics of kneading the dough to baking a perfect loaf in a wood-fired oven.
Horse RidingAn idyllic horseback ride through the picturesque vineyards and fynbos landscape.
- Fishing
- Potjiekos Cooking
- Archery
- Picnic with a View
- Spa Treatment
- Mountain Biking
- Farm Experience
- Art Workshop
Location
Blue Gum Country Estate is located in the charming town of Stanford, an hour and a half drive from Cape Town in the Western Cape province of South Africa. Staying here offers a tranquil countryside escape with views of the Klein River Mountains. The surrounding area boasts a peaceful vibe with quaint architecture, vineyards, and local farmlands. Public transportation is limited, but a car rental or private transportation is recommended to take advantage of nearby attractions such as the Hermanus beaches or Grootbos Nature Reserve.
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