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In and Around Acara


City
  Cape Town 44.7km

Suburbs
  Khayelitsha 14.0km
  Blackheath 14.9km
  Kuils River 19.5km
  Bellville 24.3km
  Eversdal 25.2km

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

Restaurants
  moyo 6.5km
  Rust en Vrede Restaurant 7km
  Lord Neethling Restaurant 8.9km
  The Big Easy 11.6km
  Java 11.9km

Beaches
  Bikini Beach 16.2km
  Pringle Bay Beach 34.8km
  Muizenberg Beach 38km
  St James Beach 39.9km
  Sunset Beach 40.2km

Popular Attractions
  Nature Discovery Tours Quad Biking 26.3km
  Kalk Bay Harbour 41.2km
  Kirstenbosch Gardens 41.9km
  Artscape Theatre Centre 43.6km
  The Egg Man 44.6km

Bars and Nightclubs
  The Assembly 44km
  Daddy Cool 44.6km
  Barocca Lounge 49km
  Skebanga's Pub 49.3km
  Chapmans Peak Cocktail Lounge and Bar 49.5km

Gallery and Museums
  Stellenbosch Museum 12.3km
  Lwandle Migrant Labour Museum 12.3km
  The Barnyard Theatre Willowbridge 26.3km
  Villa Pascal Theatre 27.4km
  The Barnyard Theatre Franschhoek 36.1km


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 R900 p/unit
Maximum guests:  10 

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We had a lovely time.


The kids loved the dogs and my daughter could not wait to feed and tend to the horses in the morning. Really a lovely place and will recommend it to friends and family
Megan Ter Haar, South Africa - 28 September 2009
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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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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!

 Check-In 02:00 PM Check-Out 10:30 AM

Rooms and units


Lavender Cottage 1


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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 and underfloor heating in the twin room. 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.


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Jacaranda suite 1


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The Jacaranda suite has a King bed (extra length), bathroom with shower and fully equipped kitchenette area with microwave oven, fridge/freezer, electric hob etc. There is also a large flat-screen television with satellite tv and a PVR – for recording your own programmes. An iPod docking station and wireless internet add to the modern amentities. Under-floor heating throughout the suite will keep you warm in winter, and the bathroom also has a heated towel rail. The bedroom has double doors opening out onto your own terrace, with views to the (solar heated, saltwater) pool, large beautiful gardens and paddocks and of course to the mountains beyond... 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.


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Willow Tree Cottage 1


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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



2009 Base Rate
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

Low Season : 01 May 2009 - 20 October 2009
UnitSingle FromSingle ToPer Person Sharing FromPer Person Sharing ToUnit FromUnit To

High season 2009-2010: 21 October 2009 - 30 April 2010
UnitSingle FromSingle ToPer Person Sharing FromPer Person Sharing ToUnit FromUnit To
Lavender Cottage  -- -- R375 R700 R1,500 R1,500
Jacaranda suite  -- -- R410 R450 -- --
Willow Tree Cottage  -- -- R450 R900 R1,800 R1,800

2010 Base Rate
UnitSingle FromSingle ToPer Person Sharing FromPer Person Sharing ToUnit FromUnit To
Lavender Cottage  -- -- R350 R350 R1,400 R1,400
Jacaranda suite  -- -- R410 R450 R900 R900
Willow Tree Cottage  -- -- R400 R400 R1,600 R1,600

Low season 2010: 01 May 2010 - 20 October 2010
UnitSingle FromSingle ToPer Person Sharing FromPer Person Sharing ToUnit FromUnit To
Lavender Cottage  -- -- R350 R350 R1,400 R1,400
Jacaranda suite  -- -- R450 R450 R900 R900
Willow Tree Cottage  -- -- R400 R400 R1,600 R1,600


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 Kitchen

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, DVD

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 Biking

Environment
Countryside, Wine Farm

Languages Spoken
English, Dutch


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