BOSCHENDAL

Franschhoek | South Africa

HIGHLIGHTS

WHAT WE LOVE

Family-friendly wine estate banked by lush gardens

Historic buildings including a centuries-old manor house

Outdoor activities like biking, riding and hiking in the mountains

WHEN TO VISIT

Dry Season:  
October to April

Green Season:  
May to September

CONSERVATION & COMMUNITY

Regenerative Farming
Boschendal is Animal Welfare Approved and Grassfed Certified. Land is preserved via alien plant clearing programmes and water is conserved for use in the gardens. Recycling, composting and solar power generation are in place as is compliance with GlobalG.A.P’s Integrated Farm Assurance standards.

Workers’ Forum
Employees have a voice in the running of the estate and a space to share ideas and concerns

 

Sustainability
Boschendal is a WWF (World Wildlife Fund) Conservation Champion, SIZA (Sustainability Initiative of South Africa) certified and belongs to WIETA (Wine and Agricultural Ethical Trade Association), the Simonsberg Conservancy, the National Landcare Programme, Conservation at Work, and the Winelands Fire Protection Agency

 

OVERVIEW

Mature trees welcome you to Boschendal, an estate in the Cape Winelands that dates to 1685. While still a working farm that produces award-winning vintages as well as a range of fresh produce, it also has a series of cottages and villas that are perfect for everyone from honeymoon couples to families of up to 10. The largest includes a private swimming pool and an authentic pizza oven – all with glorious vistas over the Simonsberg.

In addition to wine tasting and estate tours, you can view original South African art in the restored manor house or head out on a mountain bike, by horse or with your own trusty hiking boots. Boschendal is a calming blend of contemporary country style with friendly service throughout.

FACILITIES

  • Wine cellar
  • Restaurant
  • Art gallery
  • Children’s playground
  • Deli
  • Family unit

COW SHED FEATURES

  • Two bedrooms
  • Two bathrooms
  • Fireplace
  • Lounge
  • Deck
  • Mini-bar
  • Kitchen
  • Indoor shower
  • Dining area
  • Flat-screen television
  • Wi-Fi
  • Beverage station
  • Telephone system
  • Hairdryer
  • Safe

ORCHARD COTTAGE FEATURES

  • One to four bedrooms
  • Deck
  • Indoor shower
  • Indoor bathtub
  • Lounge
  • Dining area
  • Fireplace
  • Shared swimming pool
  • Mini-bar
  • Flat-screen television
  • Wi-Fi
  • Beverage station
  • Telephone system
  • Hairdryer
  • Safe

WERF GARDEN COTTAGE FEATURES

  • One bedroom and studio
  • Deck
  • Kitchen
  • Dining area
  • Lounge
  • Indoor bathtub
  • Indoor shower
  • Shared swimming pool
  • Mini-bar
  • Flat-screen television
  • Wi-Fi
  • Beverage station
  • Telephone system
  • Hairdryer
  • Safe

CLARENCE COTTAGE FEATURES

  • Two bedrooms
  • Two bathrooms
  • Fireplace
  • Mini-bar
  • Deck
  • Kitchen
  • Dining area
  • Lounge
  • Indoor bathtub
  • Indoor shower
  • Flat-screen television
  • Wi-Fi
  • Beverage station
  • Telephone system
  • Hairdryer
  • Safe

RETREAT COTTAGE FEATURES

  • Deck
  • Fireplace
  • Shared swimming pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Lounge
  • Dining area
  • Flat-screen television
  • Wi-Fi
  • Beverage station
  • Telephone system
  • Hairdryer
  • Safe

COTTAGE 1685 FEATURES

  • Five bedrooms
  • Five bathrooms
  • Swimming pool
  • Private host
  • Indoor shower
  • Indoor bathtub
  • Lounge
  • Dining area
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Gym
  • Flat-screen television
  • Wi-Fi
  • Beverage station
  • Telephone system
  • Hairdryer
  • Safe

MOUNTAIN VILLA FEATURES

  • Six bedrooms
  • Pizza oven
  • Swimming pool
  • Private host
  • Kitchen
  • Lounge
  • Dining area
  • Bar
  • Deck
  • Fireplace
  • Indoor shower
  • Flat-screen television
  • Wi-Fi
  • Beverage station
  • Telephone system
  • Hairdryer
  • Safe

ACTIVITIES

  • Wine tasting
  • Trail running
  • Nature walks
  • Birding
  • Mountain biking
  • Horse riding
  • Hiking

GALLERY

WHY BOOK WITH BIGGESTLEAF TRAVEL

  • We are passionate about what we sell

  • The most competitive and flexible rates

  • We offer personalised and customised experiences

  • Our consultants specialise in different tour-types

  • We have 10 years experience in the travel industry

  • Our quick response and turnaround times