• Special Vintage - have a personalised wine label made whilst you enjoy wine tasting and barrel sampling in the modern wine cellar.

• Leave It All Behind - the tranquillity of the dam with its exciting birdlife, will soothe away any residual stress from the very moment you arrive.

• Pamper Youself - be self-indulgent and allow the highly trained and experienced therapists treat you with facials, body massages, aromatherapy and reflexology.

Deep in the beautiful Banhoek Valley, between Stellenbosch and Franschhoek, overlooking the majestic Simonsberg mountains and rolling vineyards, is Zorgvleit Vineyard Lodge & Spa, a wine estate which offers luxury accommodation, conference facilities and an unforgettable wedding venue.

Zorgvliet, producer of only award-winning wines, offers 18 luxury vineyard lodge rooms, 1 honeymoon suite and 2 restaurants spread across the estate's vast grounds. Here you can experience what living on a working wine farm is all about or you can simply indulge in sampling the fruit of the vine.

The estate is ideally located for exploring this region of the Cape Winelands. Alternatively, lie back and relax in the serene surroundings, or treat yourself with a visit to the spa which offers all a full compliment of beauty therapies and treatments.

Whatever your choice, at the end of the day relax with a glass of Zorgvliet wine in your hand and feel your stress drift away in this haven in the heart of the Banhoek Valley.

Zorgvliet Vineyard Lodge & Spa is located in the Banhoek Valley, near Stellenbosch, in the Cape Winelands, South Africa.

• A La Carte Restaurant
• Bar Facility
• Conference Facilities
• Gardens
• Secure Parking
• Separate Shower
• Spa
• Swimming Pool

The original manor house on the Zorgvliet farm underwent a complete restoration process and it now houses the Zorgvliet Herenhuis 1692 Restaurant.

You can delight in the nostalgia of yesteryear whilst enjoying the unsurpassed beauty of the Banhoek Valley combined with delectable gourmet cooking. Enjoy traditional Cape cooking with a modern interpretation.

Le Pommier Restaurant has a well-earned reputation for its fine food, a medley of traditional South African dishes with inspiration from the French Huguenots, and friendly service.

The summer months signal the opening of the Zorgvliet picnic season, here, you can escape the hustle and bustle of city life to relax in the shade of the ancient oak trees next to a bubbling stream at the foot of the Simonsberg mountains. For a magical experience you can opt for a full moon picnic or even a mountain braai.

There are various accommodation options available to you at Zorgvleit:

Zorgvliet Vineyard Lodge, as the name suggests, is set amidst the vineyards and offers 18 luxury suites and one honeymoon suite.

Option 1: With breathtaking views over the Simonsberg, Banhoek Vinyard Lodge relives the romance and sophistication of a historic wine estate. With its 6 stylishly decorated and elevated suites, set around a swimming pool, the spacious suites feature Balinese blinds and contemporary décor, luxurious bathrooms and private balconies. Enjoy a delectable buffet breakfast prepared by Banhoek's own chef, in the dining room, with its floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors that open up to meet the sunrise over the mountains. Light lunches can also be prepared on request.

Option 2: The 6 suites of Le Pommier, a small, intimate Cape lodge taking its name from the apple orchard that once grew on the estate, have been individually appointed to the highest standards of charm, elegance and sophisticated comfort. Each has its own private veranda and the exclusive and tranquil setting makes this an ideal option for families.

Option 3: Attached to the Spa are 6 recently renovated luxurious suites, The Zorgvliet Suites, each one featuring spectacular views over the vineyards and surrounding mountains.

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• 1 May 2008 - 30 September 2008
  
  From € 104 £ 83 R 1262 $ 161 per person sharing
• 1 October 2008 - 30 April 2009
  
  From € 130 £ 104 R 1578 $ 202 per person sharing

† All prices are accurate but you may find that the final rates in your quotation vary slightly due to room type, seasonality and currency conversion.