Situated a short 15-minute drive from Franschhoek village, between Stellenbosch and Paarl, is the Boschendal Farm, a working agricultural farm offering a plethora of activities, award winning wine and gourmet food. With a grand mountain backdrop, you can expect dappled oak tree avenues, 17th century Cape Dutch architecture, rustic-chic interiors and even ducks waddling up and down the estate.
The luxury guest accommodation includes option of staying in the historical Herbert Baker designed, Cottage 1685 (sleeps 10) or the beautifully restored 1, 2, 3 and 4-bedroom Orchard Cottages, all dotted around the property. Guests can also choose to stay in the Werf Garden Suites, close to the deli shop, restaurant and wine tasting; or in a more remote location amongst the hillside fynbos. All the cottages have a full kitchen (or kitchenette in the smaller cottages) where you may wish to prepare meals using fresh farm produce bought at the estate's Deli. Alternatively, you can have breakfast, lunch or dinner baskets brought to your cottage or eat at the Werf Restaurant, Farmshop & Deli, or picnic area.
An authentic agritourism experience, gourmet dining on ethically raised produce
Wine tasting under oak trees with magnificent mountain views
An educational play-center for kids to learn about farm life
Intriguing history - a 300-year-old Cape Dutch farmstead complex
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"Book a Werf picnic, the chance to recline and reconnect under the trees of the Pavilion lawn, the perfect leisurely afternoon complemented by the best local, seasonal produce and treats."
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Rachel Becker, 4th April 2025
vacation to Boschendal
We really enjoyed Boschendal! The property is sprawling and very impressive. The four-bedroom cottage was perfect for our family of 5, though I wish the orchard wasn't so far from the main part of the resort (it was about a 10 minute shuttle ride each way). We really enjoyed the harvest festival wh…
Hands down amazing! Loved our cottage... I felt like I was in a dream! Perfect winery for families. So much for kids and adults to do. It was the perfect way to end our trip. Just relaxing, mountain bike riding, wine tasting, and eating! We really loved it. It's hard to make wine regions fun for ch…
Great place. Beautiful scenery, accommodation and food. Absolutely loved our time at Boschendal. The Valentine’s Day picnic, Friday night market and garden tours were highlights and the art gallery was an unexpected bonus. The helpfulness of staff varied a little from those who were really well inf…
Really comfortable cottages with a wood burner, kitchen and two well-appointed bedrooms en-suite. The food at both the restaurant and the deli was excellent.
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84 Suites & Cottages
All Ages
Open All Year
Family Rooms
B&B
Scenic
Birdwatching
Helicopter Flights
Hot Air Balloon Flights
Quad Biking
Cultural Experience
Cycling
Fishing
Golf
Hiking
Horse riding
Kids Club
Food Experiences
Natural Wonders
Wine Tour
