Stellenbosch is a town that is steeped in history and one which any visitor to the Western Cape should put at the very top of their travel itinerary.

Taking a walk into central Stellenbosch along the famous Dorp Street is a window into the many cultures that have helped shape it’s unique and splendorous aesthetic.

Perhaps the easiest way to understand the depth of Stellenbosch’s various influences can be seen in the architecture. Nestled shoulder-to-shoulder along the oak tree lined streets, you will find some of the most stunning examples of Georgian, modern Victorian and Dutch architecture, in all of the Western Cape.

Stellenbosch has a thriving wine culture, which permeates through every aspect of its social strata. The myriad of vineyards in this region produce some of the finest wines in the country and with more than 140 different wine farms to visit, you will be spoilt for choice. Many of the estates in the area are home to 5-star restaurants, which make full use of their produce, to create mouth-watering food & wine pairings. To visit a Stellenbosch wine farm is to experience a complete gastronomically adventure.

The thriving local art community reinvents itself with the changing of every season. There are numerous galleries that you can peruse, as well as The Rupert gallery which is a mere 10 minute walk from our self-catering apartment.

Stellenbosch offers a plethora of activities and events for young and old; whether you are an adventurer, nature-lover, music aficionado, art-lover, or history buff, there is something for everyone. It is time for you to step-out and take a stroll along streets rich with history and explore secluded nooks that are overflowing with Stellenbosch’s truly unique atmosphere.