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 Less
than an hour north of Cape Town in the Winelands, Paarl is a beautiful
old town dominated by a huge granite pluton that, after rain, gleams like
a pearl, and from which the town gets its name. (The Dutch word for pearl
is paarl.) Paarl has one of the longest main roads in the country – at
about 11km – and it’s lined with some lovely old buildings.
For a bit of a historical
flashback you could visit the Afrikaans Language Museum or even drive up
to the Afrikaans Language Monument – a monstrous hilltop structure that’s
visible for miles. It’s an interesting place to visit and, whatever you
think of the motivation of its construction, there’s a lovely view from
up there.
But you’d be more likely
to visit Paarl for wine. There are numerous lovely wineries, some of which
also make home made cheeses and liqueur brandy. Olive farms produce olive
oil and various varieties of bottled olives and Paarl is filled with lovely
restaurants.
For the more active, there
is an excellent paragliding launch site off Paarl Rock, which also offers
excellent granite climbing and some fun rambles. You could ride up the
back of Paarl Mountain, do a wine tasting horse trail, or even trundle
through the vineyards in a horse-drawn cart. In summer there are early
morning hot air balloon flights. |
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| See Also: A
Wine Drenched Tour Along The Red Route of Paarl, South Africa by Gregory
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| Best
Wines from the Paarl Valley - Cape Town by Bronwen E. Roberts |
| PAARL
BED & BREAKFAST/GUEST HOUSE ACCOMMODATION - CAPE WINELANDS |
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Aan
De Paarlberg, Guest House, PAARL 
Aan De Paarlberg Guest House
is a new luxurious 4 star guest house in the beautiful Boland, on the slopes
of the Paarl Mountain. Even though the guest house spans over 500 square
meters, it is very intimate with only five bedrooms, of which three have
their own private entrance. Each bedroom is spectacular in its own way.
There is DSTV, private balconies, private gardens with barbeque (braai)
facilities, breathtaking views, immaculate en-suite bathrooms with spa
baths, air conditioning, safes and many more surprises. The numerous paintings
in the house are all original works. A scrumptious breakfast can be enjoyed
either at the swimming pool next to one of the unique water features or
on the patio with magnificent views of early morning Paarl and the mountains.
The beautiful garden with waterfall feature and a solar heated swimming
pool makes it ideal for summer evenings to enjoy cocktails/sundowners while
watching the mountains turn red during sunset. |
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Aster
Palms, Bed & Breakfast/Self-Catering, PAARL
Nestling within the leafy
Paarl conservation area, this 80 year old restored neo-Cape Dutch house
provides high quality accommodation for visitors and business people.
We provide bed & breakfast or self-catering, sleeps eight in four double
air-conditioned bedrooms with Tv and a hospitality tray. Free use of the
internet and wireless broadband. Our amateur astronomer is available on
site so a tour of the sky can be provided at night. There is a modest charge
for this. There are four double bedrooms, two en-suite, a separate
shower/toilet outside two bedrooms. All rooms have TV and the lounge have
TV/ DVD and a video player. There are over 500 books in English and
a few in Afrikaans in the Library and a grand piano in another reception
room. The large kitchen and breakfast room is equipped with electric oven,
hob, microwave, a dishwasher, washing machine, a tumble dryer and large
fridge-freezer. |
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Bakenhof,
Guest House, PAARL
A beacon of good taste and
relaxation awaits you in the winelands… A mere 50 minutes from Cape Town,
in the heart of the Boland, a tree-lined driveway leads discerning guests
through manicured vineyards to the luxurious Bakenhof Guesthouse. Set on
Die Baken table grape farm, guests can enjoy tranquility and privacy while
being treated to Table Mountain views, stunning sunsets and birdsong in
our park-like gardens. Die Baken’s grounds comprise 155 hectare at
the start of the Paarl wine route. It is quick 5 km drive from Wellington
and 7 km to the historic town of Paarl. The farm is planted to 10 hectares
of Shiraz and Chardonnay and boasts 90 hectares of table grapes, mainly
for the export market. Wine tasting and gourmet meals can be enjoyed at
many fine establishments in close proximity and the town of Wellington
offers a heritage of historic architecture just waiting to be discovered.
Guests who prefer a quiet respite can take long walks, cycle through Die
Baken’s vineyards or lounge at the pool. |
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Nantes-Vue
Guesthouse, PAARL
Welcome to Nantes-Vue, a
guest house set in a Victorian national monument dating back to circa 1830.
Situated in the heart of Paarl, the charming en suite bedrooms with their
air conditioning, M-Net TV and private entrance provide a comfortable retreat
just a 5 minute walk from the town centre. It's an ideal venue in close
proximity to Cape Town, the Winelands and various top class golf courses.
Paarl is also the start of the Cape's famous Route 62. Situated on
historical Mill Street, the house's welcoming corridor leads to a private
garden with a splash pool and gazebo. There's also a wooden sundeck for
guests to enjoy. The 4 en suite bedrooms are spacious and high-ceilinged
in the traditional Cape-Dutch style, and all have air conditioning, heaters
and M-Net TV. One of these is a quaint cottage in the garden - ideal
for families. |
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Villa
Chapelle, Guest House, PAARL
Three air-conditioned luxury
double/twin rooms are en suite, colour TV, Mnet, safe, hairdryer, secure
parking with separate entrance to garden, pool and entertainment area …
all with vistas out over the valley. Enjoy the hospitality of your
hosts, Mack & Mariaan, who will assist you with daily itineraries that
include scenic drives over mountain passes, golf, hiking, 4x4 trials, horse
riding, birding, musical evenings, art route and hot air ballooning, trout
fishing, to name but a few. There are several renowned golf courses within
easy access. Wining and dining is a specialty of the region and,
whether you prefer traditional South African, French, Italian or Chinese,
you will be spoiled for choice. We offer dinner on request. |
| PAARL
HOTEL & COUNTRY LODGE ACCOMMODATION - CAPE WINELANDS |
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Augusta
Kleinbosch Country Lodge, PAARL
The farm has a history that
stretches back to the period when European settlers first arrived in South
Africa. With colonisation the first Huguenot arrived in a small group in
1688 and were given land nearby the Drakenstein Mountains. Positioned in
the spectacular Drakenstein Mountains near Paarl, Augusta Kleinbosch Country
Lodge is in the heart of the world-famous Cape winelands. With its
three historical buildings, the farm is surrounded by wine and guava orchards,
inviting the adventurous guest to enjoy delightful walks while identifying
the many species of indigenous bird life on the property. Mango trees surround
the swimming pool, enhancing the ambience and charm of the setting. |
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Oude Paarl Hotel, PAARL
DE OUDE PAARL HOTEL, situated
in the historic town of Paarl, the third oldest town in South Africa, offers
a cultural experience with a difference by encompassing the rich tones
of our Cape Dutch, Indian, Indonesian and Cape Malay heritage. Housed
in two national monuments dating back as far as the 1700’s, the hotel consists
of 26 spacious air-conditioned bedrooms with a blend of antique and modern
furnishings to offer great comfort. DE OUDE PAARL HOTEL offers an
astronomical affair with 3 unique restaurants. GABBEMA’S, named in
honour of Abraham Gabbema, as he was so enthralled when the sun's reflection
on the granite boulders resembled shining pearls that he simply named it
Peerlbergh, today known as Paarl. The intimate restaurant offers
smaller rooms for quiet evenings and has a relaxed ambiance. In winter
the log burning fore place offers a cosy atmosphere. DE OUDE PAARL HOTEL
has a wide selection of local award winning wines to compliment any dish. |
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Grande
Roche Hotel, PAARL
Grande Roche luxury hotel,
situated a convenient 40 minutes drive N1 from Cape Town, is a spectacular
hotel complex and member of Relais & Chateaux Relais Gourmand.
This gem of South Africa is set on the gentle slope of Paarl Rock Mountain
overlooking working vineyards and rugged mountains. On-premise activities
include two flood-lit tennis courts, two outdoor swimming pools and a fitness
centre with sauna, steam bath and qualified on staff masseur; several championship
golf courses are within easy reach; driver guides can also be arranged
for sightseeing/winery tours. The suites and rooms are luxuriously
appointed and are equipped with air-conditioning, heating facilities, mini
bar, radio and satellite TV in the lounge as well as in the bedroom, direct
dial telephone, fax facility optional. All ceilings with visible thatch
or reed covering in traditional style. |
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Palmiet
Valley Estate, Hotel/Guest House, PAARL
Palmiet Valley Estate is
in the very heart of the majestic cape Winelands of South Africa. The ninety-six
acre estate produces exotic fruits and, of course, Chardonnay and Chenin
Blanc grapes for our own exclusive wine. Nested at the foot of the
Drakenstein Mountains, we are just thirty minutes from Cape Town, the 'jewel
' of Africa‘s cities. The estate is surrounded by a wealth of outdoor
activities, including championship golf courses - Palmiet Valley is just
five minutes from the closest - world class gliding, game and sport fishing,
sailing and water sports. There is also breathtaking hill walking,
clay pigeon shooting and riding and, as you would expect, wine tasting
for the most discerning of connoisseurs! No expense has
been spared in restoring the traditional historic thatched Manor House
– originally build by Dutch settlers in 1692 – to it‘s former glory.
No expense has been spared in selecting the finest antiques for every room
to transport our guests back through the centuries. It goes without
saying that each room has it‘s own luxurious bathroom, a comfort not enjoyed
by the original owners! |
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Pontac
Manor Hotel & Restaurant, PAARL
Pontac Manor nestled below
'Paarl Rock', dating back to 1723, has been beautifully restored to its
original Victorian Splendor. The 22 spacious bedrooms with en-suite
bathroom are situated in a large garden with pool and a magnificent view
over Paarl Valley. Offering a fine dining restaurant that tempers
the palate with local & international specialties. Located in a quite
side street close to the centre of town it’s the Perfect Base to explore
the Cape Winelands. A stay at Pontac Estate Hotel & Restaurant,
with its combination of warm, old-world ambience and air of timeless sophistication,
coupled with personalised service and the hospitality for which the Boland
is famous, will guarantee an unforgettable experience. |
| PAARL
SELF-CATERING ACCOMMODATION - CAPE WINELANDS |
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110
Main, Self-Catering Home, PAARL
110 MAIN is a self catering
unit in the heart of Paarl. It is situated in a safe quiet servitude road,
just off Main Road. The unit consists of a separate kitchen, shower, one
bedroom and a small lounge with satellite TV. A breakfast basket is included
with serial, muesli, yoghurt, crouissants, bread, muffin, fruit juice,
tea and coffee. It is daily serviced for your comfort with weakly
fresh bedding and daily fresh towels. For more excitement a variety of
shops and restaurants are nearby. It is also close to historic sites and
wine routes. Quiet surroundings will ensure a relaxed stay ….we hope you
will come and enjoy your stay |
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Ambiance
Suites, Self-Catering Suites, PAARL
Nestled high against the
slopes of Paarl Mountain, beneath huge granite outcrops, overlooking the
famous Paarl Winelands Valley, the towering mountain ranges to Franschhoek,
the vineyards and the Grande Roche, lies the exclusive, modern Ambiance
Suites that will ensure your lavish and well-deserved stay. The estate
is situated in a safe, quiet cul-de-sac, boasting large grounds with salt-water
swimming pool and gazebo for revitalizing, intimate outdoor breakfasts,
luncheons and barbeques. All the suite bedrooms have been idyllically
designed with large double doors opening onto patio ensuring breathtaking
views across the Paarl Valley, Franschhoek Valley, Simonsberg, the vineyards
of the Winelands and mountain ranges. |
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Landskroon
Self-Catering Cottage, PAARL
Relax and unwind in the
comfort of your own exclusive cottage under the oaks trees. Our Self-Catering
Cottage is elegantly furnished, fully equipped with Tv and security. Serviced
daily. Experience the pleasure of staying on a wine farm. Soak up
the beauty of the surrounding views. The Landskroon cottage caters
for tourists to the Western Cape. Our close proximity to the towns of Stellenbosch,
Paarl and Franschhoek, makes this an ideal base from which to explore the
famed Cape winelands. With the city of Cape Town only 40 minutes
away, it is a tranquil retreat after a day spent in this world renowned
tourist destination. The cottage can sleep four; it has a double
bed plus a double sleeper couch. The bedroom has a bathroom en-suite with
both bath and shower. The Landskroon cottage has all the conveniences
to make your stay pleasurable. It is equipped with a stove, microwave oven,
laundry facilities and TV and is serviced daily. To facilitate the great
South African tradition of a braai, we have provided both an indoor and
an outdoor barbeque. |
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Mooi
Bly Landgoed Estate, Between PAARL & WELLINGTON
Mooi Bly is a small family
owned wine estate nestled on the Du Toit Mountain slopes, overlooking the
Paarl Valley. They offer 5 unique self-catering thatched cottages. Breakfast
is also available. Daily serviced, the cottages sleep from 2 up to 6 persons.
Swimming pool, 45 minutes from Cape Town & airport. Recommendable restaurants
nearby. Wine tours are offered. Own wine cellar. We proudly announce
that our maiden vintage is awarded at the Veritas Wine Show 2005.
ur crisp Chenin Blanc '05 received the bronze medal and our lightly wooded
Chardonnay '05 a Silver medal. 2 options: B&B or Self-catering.
To rent a cottage with a couple of friends or as a family, it is very affordable.
Not all people like to go every lunch and evening to a restaurant. Shops
are a 10 minutes drive and you don’t have to be afraid that you have only
1 knife to peel potatoes, cut melon and slice your loaf!! 45 minutes
from the airport, 45 a 55 minutes from Cape Town, 30 minutes from Stellenbosch
and Franschhoek, 10 minutes from Paarl and Wellington. |
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 Seidelberg
Wine Estate, Between PAARL & WELLINGTON, Winelands
“A
little bit of heaven in the Winelands” was how one visitor to our historic
Wine Estate summarized his experience. Elevated high on Paarl Mountain
the farm has one of the most scenic and magnificent views over the Cape
flats and Table Mountain. Three newly renovated historical country
houses on Seidelberg Wine Estate offer luxury and spacious accommodation
combined with old fashion hospitality. All private situated country
houses are equipped with wireless internet, satellite TV, safe, fire place
and air-condition. The recreation facilities offer swimming pool, sauna
and tennis court.
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