Lovane Boutique Wine Estate And Guest House

Lovane Boutique Wine Estate and Guest House stands as one of the smallest wine estates in Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa. The estate, owned and operated by the Visser family, combines boutique wine production with luxury accommodation in a picturesque setting neighboring the renowned Neethlingshof and Overgaauw Wine Estates.

The property features 2.5 hectares of vineyards, planted with 90% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Cabernet Franc, and 5% Petit Verdot. Since their first harvest in 2006, they maintain an annual production of 13,000 to 16,000 liters, emphasizing quality through hand-picking and careful grape selection. The estate has garnered multiple Veritas awards, including a Double Gold for their Isikhati 2020 in 2023 and a Gold Award for their Isikhati 2015 in 2018.

The guest house comprises 16 double rooms, including a luxurious bridal suite, two luxury rooms, and one specially adapted disabled room. All accommodations feature modern amenities including air conditioning, satellite TV, safes, minibars, and private patios with vineyard and mountain views. Rooms are furnished with elegant wooden furniture, parquet floors, and 100% cotton linens. The property serves breakfast in their restaurant or on the wooden deck and offers conference facilities for up to 20 people.

Located just 6km from Stellenbosch's historical center, 22km from Cape Town International Airport, and 35km from Cape Town city center, Lovane provides an intimate wine estate experience. The property is home to various freely roaming wildlife, including chickens, peacocks, spotted dikkops, guinea fowl, and partridges. The estate offers wine tastings and tours in their underground cellar, featuring a unique wine and chocolate pairing experience.