Hexberg Cottage

Hexberg Cottage is a self-catering accommodation establishment located on the outskirts of Wellington in the Western Cape Winelands of South Africa. The property offers multiple private units, each with its own facilities and separate entrance. A notable feature is that the establishment maintains power during loadshedding, ensuring uninterrupted access to lights, TV, and WiFi.

Wellington, situated 75 km northeast of Cape Town, is a town of approximately 62,000 residents. The area is known for its agricultural focus, particularly wine, table grapes, deciduous fruit, and brandy production. The town lies at the foot of the Groenberg mountain and the historic Bain's Kloof Pass, alongside the Kromme Rivier.

The accommodation comprises several studio units and cottages, each equipped with modern amenities including air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and complimentary WiFi. All units feature private bathrooms with showers, fully equipped kitchens with microwaves, refrigerators, and kettles, and outdoor seating areas. Room configurations vary from studios with double, queen, or king-size beds to larger units with living areas.

The location offers easy access to local attractions including the Breytenbach Sentrum, Welbedacht Wine Estate (6 km), and Limietberg Nature Reserve (9 km). Guests can engage in nearby activities such as hiking, cycling, and fishing. Cape Town International Airport is 53 km from the property. The establishment caters primarily to business travelers and adults, with a strict no-children policy and no visitors allowed.

Originally known as Limiet Valley and later as Val du Charron, Wellington received its current name in 1840 in honor of the Duke of Wellington. The town serves as an academic center, hosting several educational institutions including the Cape Peninsula University of Technology.