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In and Around Acara


City
  Cape Town 32.4km

Suburbs
  Khayelitsha 14.0km
  Bellville 24.3km
  Eversdal 25.2km
  Parow 26.3km
  Durbanville 27.3km

Towns
  Somerset West 4.7km
  Strand 8.6km
  Stellenbosch 11.8km
  Gordons Bay 16.8km
  Brackenfell 22.8km

Restaurants
  Lord Neethling Restaurant 8.908km
  Die Mystic Boer in Stellies 12.22km
  Cape to Cuba Kalk Bay 41.20km
  Silver Tree Restaurant 42.04km
  Constantia Uitsig Restaurant 42.49km

Beaches
  Bikini Beach 16.16km
  Muizenberg Beach 37.97km
  Fish Hoek Beach 43.31km
  Boulders Beach 43.63km
  Big Bay Beach 47.07km

Popular Attractions
  Kirstenbosch Gardens 41.93km
  Kirstenbosch Gardens 41.93km
  Table Mountain Cable Car 45.80km

Gallery and Museums
  Waterfront Amphitheatre 45.19km


Nearby Accommodation
  Zandberg Guest House 0.4km
  Papyrus Lodge 0.5km
  Post House 1.3km


This means you get the lowest available rates

From R300 p/person sharing
From R1,100 p/unit

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WINTER SPECIAL!   Stay for 3 nights and pay for 2. 
Stay in the winelands and enjoy the peace and quiet. Relax and enjoy close proximity to cosy restaurants - quality food and wine!  Our cottages/suites have open fireplaces and/or underfloor heating. Based on 2 ppl sharing. Valid until August 13th, 2009 (subject to availability).

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Dreaming in the hammock


What a wonderful Garden! We had a wonderful stay with David and Fiona. They even organised an early morning ride with Ruth for us! Paradise on Earth...
Anonymous, South Africa - 10 December 2008
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Stunning view


We thoroughly enjoyed our two days at Acara, which was far too short. The gardens with all the birds, are magnificent, the view stunning, the accommodation very comfortable and mine hostess charming and helpful. Having "working stables" was an added bonus. My wife and I have travelled to Stellenbosch many times over the years staying frequently in B&B's in the district visiting our children at the University and Acara is the best we have stayed in.
Shane Dwyer, South Africa - 09 December 2008
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Very good


Excellent and quiet place, secure, friendly people.
Dr. Juergen Meister, Germany - 09 April 2008
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Outstanding Views
Views through the gardens and paddocks to the scenic Helderberg Mountains beyond.
   

Description



Relax and enjoy your holiday in the Winelands of South Africa at Acara.

Situated in the middle of the Winelands, near Stellenbosch, Acara is nestled in a valley called "Happy Vale" amidst scenic vineyards and has beautiful views of the Helderberg Mountains.

The 3 cottages/suites are all beautifully appointed and all have double doors leading to their own terraces or deck area. They all have beautiful views to the sparkling (heated) swimming pool, large gardens and paddocks and of course to the mountains beyond.

A fantastic location for visiting the entire area - from Cape Town to Franschoek & beyond, but yet peaceful and quiet.

Acara normally offer accommodation on a self catering basis - because of the excellent restaurants in the area (there is an award winning restaurant opposite)! But a hamper breakfast can be supplied on request (think warm croissants, fresh juice).

Dave and Fiona offer exceptional hospitality and can offer suggestions on day trips, restaurants and things to do in the region.

A great base to explore the area, or to simply relax!

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Rooms and units


Lavender Cottage 1


Includes: Rate Basis Not Specified

The cottage has 2 bedrooms (one Queen and one twin) and can sleep up to 4 people. There is a fully equipped kitchen with oven, fridge/freezer and microwave/grill, a modern, tiled bathroom with shower and heated towel rail. The sitting room and the double bedroom both have double doors opening to the terrace. Wireless Internet access is available and there is a programmable airconditioning/heating unit in the Queen bedroom. There is satelite DSTV with PVR in the lounge area (and CD/DVD player) - so you can record your own TV programmes and watch them whenever you wish. There is also an iPod docking station. Outside the cottage you have your own terrace and garden area and access to the sparkling (saltwater, solar heated) swimming pool. There are beautiful mountain views and opportunities to relax in the hammock under the willow trees. There is room to park your car directly behind the cottage. The cottage is normally offered on a self catering basis, but breakfast can be arranged - please just ask.


Features available


Bathroom Facilities Private, Ensuite shower only,
Beds Twin, Queen,
Other Air-Conditioning, Fireplace, Balcony/patio, Self-catering, Heater, Tea and Coffee Facilities, Bar Fridge, WiFi, Adsl, Internet Connection, Safe, No Smoking in Rooms, Hair Dryer, Radio,
TV DVD, Television, Satellite TV, MNet, SABC, DSTV (Satellite),
Views Pool, Garden, Mountain,

Jacaranda suite 1


Includes: Rate Basis Not Specified

The Jacaranda suite has a King bed (extra length), bathroom with shower and kitchenette area with microwave oven, fridge, electric hob etc. There is a small television with satellite TV and PVR – for recording your own programmes and an iPod docking station. Under-floor heating throughout the suite will keep you warm in winter, and the bathroom also has a heated towel rail. There are double doors opening from the bedroom on to your own terrace with views to the large garden and sparkling (saltwater, solar heated) swimming pool. The suite is normally offered on a self catering basis, but breakfast can be arranged on request. It is also possible to rent this suite in conjunction with Lavender Cottage - which is a separate building, but next door to the suite.


Features available


Bathroom Facilities Private, Ensuite shower only,
Beds King,
Other Balcony/patio, Self-catering, Fan, Heater, Tea and Coffee Facilities, Bar Fridge, WiFi, Adsl, Internet Connection, Safe, No Smoking in Rooms, Hair Dryer, Radio,
TV DVD, Television, Satellite TV, MNet, SABC, DSTV (Satellite),
Views Pool, Garden, Mountain,

Willow Tree Cottage 1


Includes: Rate Basis Not Specified

This luxurious thatched cottage has 2 bedrooms (one King and upstairs, one twin). The main (ensuite) bathroom has bath, separate shower, heated towel rail and underfloor heating. The twin room is upstairs under the thatched roof, and has its own ensuite bathroom with shower. Both bedrooms have their own programmable airconditioning/heater units. There is a fully equipped kitchen with fridge/freezer, microwave/oven, and electric hob. The double volume sitting room has a central open fireplace and DSTV, PVR for recording your own programmes and DVD/CD player. There is also an iPod docking station. The wrap around deck is accessed from both the bedroom and the sitting room and has beautiful views to your own garden area and to the mountains beyond. And of course, you have access to the sparkling saltwater swimming pool in the main garden. The cottage is normally offered on a self catering basis, but breakfast can be arranged - please just ask.


Features available


Bathroom Facilities Private, Ensuite bath and separate shower, Ensuite shower only,
Beds Twin, King,
Other Air-Conditioning, Fireplace, Balcony/patio, Upstairs, Self-catering, Fan, Heater, Tea and Coffee Facilities, Bar Fridge, WiFi, Adsl, Internet Connection, Safe, No Smoking in Rooms, Hair Dryer, Radio,
TV DVD, Television, Satellite TV, MNet, SABC, DSTV (Satellite),
Views Mountain, Pool, Garden,

High season : 21 October 2008 - 30 April 2009
UnitSingle FromSingle ToPer Person Sharing FromPer Person Sharing ToUnit FromUnit To
Lavender Cottage  -- -- R300 R500 R1,200 R1,200
Jacaranda suite  -- -- R400 R400 -- --
Willow Tree Cottage  -- -- R400 R800 R1,600 R1,600

Low Season : 01 May 2009 - 20 October 2009
UnitSingle FromSingle ToPer Person Sharing FromPer Person Sharing ToUnit FromUnit To
Lavender Cottage  -- -- R300 R350 R1,100 R1,200
Jacaranda suite  -- -- R400 R400 -- --
Willow Tree Cottage  -- -- R300 R700 R1,200 R1,400

High season 2009-2010: 21 October 2009 - 30 April 2010
UnitSingle FromSingle ToPer Person Sharing FromPer Person Sharing ToUnit FromUnit To
Lavender Cottage  -- -- R350 R700 R1,400 R1,400
Jacaranda suite  -- -- R400 R450 -- --
Willow Tree Cottage  -- -- R450 R900 R1,800 R1,800


Please remember that rates are a guide and subject to change. Please re-confirm rates when booking.

Nearby Attractions


Winelands 0.0 km
Stellenbosch 10.0 km
Beaches 10.0 km
Cape Town 45.0 km
Franschhoek 50.0 km
Hermanus 80.0 km


Facilities and Services
Fax, Photocopy Machine, Internet Access, Parking Available, Babysitting Service, Laundry Service, Garden, Braai / Barbecue, Swimming Pool, VCR, Off Street Parking, No Pets Permitted, Fireplace on the Premises, WiFi, Adsl, Internet, DVD, Heated Pool, Credit Card Facility, Fully Equipped Ki

Facilities in Rooms/Units
Air-Conditioning in Rooms, Satellite TV in Rooms, Television in Rooms, No Smoking in Rooms, Fan in Rooms, Tea and Coffee in Rooms, Radios in Rooms, Heater in Rooms, Fireplace in Rooms, MNET in Rooms, Bar Fridges in Rooms, WiFi, Adsl, Internet Connection

Activities Nearby
Bird Watching, Fishing, Golf, Ballooning, Bicycle Touring, Climbing - Sport, Fishing - Deep Sea, Fishing - Fly, Fishing - Freshwater, Fishing - Saltwater, Health & Fitness, Horse Riding, Rowing, Surfing, Waterskiing, Yachting, Walking, Hiking / Backpacking, Whale Watching, Quad B

Environment
Countryside, Wine

Languages Spoken
English,

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