Description
The historic Manor House on Doolhof Wine Estate, dating back to the early 1700s has recently been restored to its former Cape Dutch elegance and now houses 6 individually designed and appointed en-suite bedrooms, offering 5 star luxuries and service. Our free standing thatched cottage forms the 7th bedroom and is ideal for honeymooners or guests seeking additional privacy.
We believe that luxury comes with space and have therefore created a large veranda, two dining areas, a library and tea lounge, a TV lounge with international channels, two conservatories, extensive landscaped gardens and a 15 meter pool, ensuring a high level of privacy and comfort.
Situated in a long valley just below the Bainskloof Pass, the Estate not only offers a wide variety of outdoor activities but is also an ideal base from which to explore the Cape. The name “Doolhof” is the Afrikaans word for labyrinth and was given by the early settlers of the 1700’s to this estate, due to the many hills and vales which allowed only one way in and out. Grand Dédale translates into “Great Labyrinth”. Today we invite our guests to experience the mystical Doolhof Valley. When entering the romantic country road leading into the Estate, visitors are surrounded by breathtaking mountain scenery,vineyards and mysterious forests. The gates with the great “D” lead past manicured horse paddocks and rows of white roses, revealing the beauty and elegance of the Estate.
Start your day with a delicious “Cap Classique” breakfast with a range of homemade treats and a mouth-watering selection of cooked dishes. Light lunches and snacks are served throughout the day; picnic baskets or backpacks are available by prior arrangement. In the afternoons we serve a high tea buffet with homemade delicacies. Join us for a sundown aperitif or wine tasting, which is followed by an imaginative three-course table d’hôte menu, prepared by our resident chef. Emphasising game and seafood, all ingredients are locally sourced and prepared in a Cape idiom.
With an abundance of possibilities to fill your day, we recommend a minimum stay of 2 nights. For the active traveller, the 380 hectares of mountains, vineyards and fynbos (which even stretch across Bainskloof Pass ) are ideal for hiking, mountain biking and horse riding. There are two wellmarked walks leading past the river and the vineyards, allowing our guests to enjoy the scenic views over the mountains and the Estate. For larger groups wecan also arrange clay pigeon shooting, quad biking or paragliding on the Estate Many more activities, such as trout fishing, hot airballooning or canyoning are available close by and we are ready to assist with arrangements. Some of the most beautiful golf courses are within a 45-minute drive. A treatment room by the pool area is available for a wide range of stress relieving and invigorating spa treatments performed by professional mobile therapist. The full range of Doolhof’s award winning wines is available for tasting in the tasting room; on request, we will gladly arrange for a private tour through the wine cellar.
Check-In 02:00 PM Check-Out 11:00 AM
Character: A historic Cape Dutch Manor House dating back to the early 1700s. The building has recently been restored to its former Cape Dutch elegance.
Location: Situated in a long valley just below the Bainskloof Pass and surrounded by three mountain ranges, the Estate not only offers privacy and tranquillity but is also an ideal base from which to explore the Cape.
Wellness & Spa: A treatment room by the pool area is available for a wide range of stress relieving and invigorating spa treatments performed by professional mobile therapist. Kindly note that the spa is for the exclusive use of our in-house guests.
Food & Gastronomy: Our chef is available to prepare local delicacies throughout the day; anything from a Cap Classique breakfast, light lunches and snacks, picnic baskets and a high tea buffet to a three-course table d’hôte menu are waiting for our guests.
Great Outdoors: The 380 hectares Estate is ideal for hiking, mountain biking and horse riding. For larger groups we can also arrange clay pigeon shooting, quad biking or paragliding. Trout fishing, hot air ballooning or canyoning are available close by.
Honeymoon Romance: The free-standing cottage has been lovingly restored and is ideal for honeymoon couples. The wooden staircase leads to the bedroom with king-size bed, free standing bathtub and a second basin. A patio is available for private dining.
Luxury: 5 star hospitality and service can be enjoyed at this owner run establishment. 300- thread count percale linen, 720 g high quality towels, crystal glasses, as well as imported fabrics are only a few comforts available to our guests.
Wedding Venues: Wedding facilities are available from 2 to 120 guests. Choose to have your ceremony on the veranda or in the gardens. Our tasting room courtyard is ideal for wedding receptions. The mountains and gardens create the perfect photographic backdrop.
Outstanding Views: Being surrounded by three mountain ranges, horse paddocks and vineyards the views on Grand Dédale are spectacular.
Relaxation: Laze by our 15 m x 3 m pool, lounge on the veranda with a book and a glass of wine, go for long walks through the beautiful gardens or enjoy a stress relieving treatment in our spa room by the pool - relaxation is guaranteed.
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Elegant Living x 3
Includes: B & B
Our Elegant Living Rooms are on the ground floor of the Manor House and between 35 and 43 m² in size. In addition, the rooms offer a private outdoor patio as well as a private dining area. All beds are extra length king size beds which split into twin beds.
Bathrooms consist of a twin basin, free standing bathtub with separate shower as well as a heated towel rail and under floor heating. Beverages from the self-service bar and afternoon teas are included in the rate.
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Luxury Loft Living x 1
Includes: B & B
The luxury loft living room is on the first floor under the thatched roof and is 35 m² in size. The bed is an extra length king size bed which splits into twin beds.
The bathroom consists of a twin basin, free standing bathtub with shower overhead as well as a heated towel rail and under floor heating. Beverages from the self-service bar and afternoon teas are included in the rate.
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Romantic Living Cottage x 1
Includes: B & B
The cottage offers all the facilities than the rooms in the Manor House. The downstairs area consists of an open plan lounge and two bathrooms, one with shower and one with a jet bath. As it stands a short distance away from the main house, the cottage offers a private minibar and satellite TV. The wooden staircase leads to the bedroom upstairs with a king size bed. A large, private patio overlooking the horse paddocks & forests completes the experience.
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Superior Loft Living x 2
Includes: B & B
The superior loft living rooms are on the first floor under the thatched roof and 60 m² in size. The beds are extra length king size beds which split into twin beds.
The bathrooms consist of a twin basin, free standing bathtub with shower overhead as well as a heated towel rail and under floor heating. Beverages from the self-service bar and afternoon teas are included in the rate.
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Grand Dédale Country House
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