Hawksmoor House Hotel - Stellenbosch

Historic Cape Dutch country house on a working wine farm in Stellenbosch

Wine Estate & Property

Hawksmoor House is set on a 220-hectare working wine farm along the Stellenbosch Wine Route. The property produces award-winning wines on-site, with exclusive local varieties available for tasting. In 2019, the hotel was named among the Best Hotels in South Africa by HotelsCombined.

Accommodation & Rooms

The Cape Dutch country house offers 16 individually decorated en-suite guest rooms, each with a unique blend of antique decoration and contemporary design. The villa provides self-catering options with a fireplace and underfloor heating in the bathrooms. Guests can choose from rooms in the main manor, dairy house, or the separate villa building.

Dining & Experiences

Breakfast is served in the historic manor dining room, with options for outdoor seating overlooking the pond and gardens. The hotel offers cooking classes and wine tasting experiences featuring the estate's own wines. Guests also have access to an honesty bar stocked with local wines and an optional dinner service on request.

Location & Activities

Hawksmoor House Hotel Stellenbosch is located on the Stellenbosch Wine Route, close to the towns of Stellenbosch, Paarl, and Franschhoek. Guests can book customized experiential packages, including hot air balloon rides over the wine lands. The property also offers cycling and access to the Jonkershoek Nature Reserve nearby.

Sustainability & Services

The hotel implements eco-friendly practices including solar energy generation and waste reduction. A 24-hour security system, electric fencing, and a night guard ensure guest safety on the farm. Services include luggage storage, private check-in/check-out, and daily housekeeping.

• Wine: On-site production with exclusive local varieties and daily tastings
• Rooms: 16 individually decorated en-suite rooms with antique furnishings
• Dining: Cooking classes, fireplace dinners, and honesty bar with estate wines
• Activities: Hot air balloon rides, cycling, and access to Jonkershoek Nature Reserve
• Eco-Friendly: Solar energy generation and waste reduction systems
• Awards: Best Hotels in South Africa by HotelsCombined (2019)