Stanford Valley Country Lodge

Stanford Valley Guest Farm is an idyllic 440-hectare property located in the Klein River valley, a 90-minute scenic drive from Cape Town. The estate features a collection of whitewashed cottages, offering both free-standing and terraced accommodation options. The cottages are thoughtfully appointed, many featuring kitchenettes, indoor and outdoor fireplaces, and walled gardens with furnished stoeps providing stunning mountain views.

The property's Manor House restaurant delivers contemporary country cuisine in a sophisticated setting, characterized by mid-century décor, proteas, art, and books. Large picture windows frame magnificent mountain views, while crackling fires add warmth during winter months.

The historic milkshed houses the Poplar Country Spa, where guests can enjoy various rejuvenating treatments, along with access to a wood-fired sauna, steam room, and plunge pool overlooking the Akkedisberg mountains through poplar trees.

The farm offers extensive recreational opportunities, including 16km of exclusive MTB trails through pristine fynbos, nature walks, and wild swimming in a spring-fed dam. The property is conveniently situated near wine, dairy, protea, and orchid farms, just 10 minutes from Stanford village and within easy reach of Hermanus and Gansbaai.

Additional amenities include an art gallery featuring local Overberg artists, a Manor House shop offering curated items, and a family-friendly swimming pool. The Klein River provides excellent bird watching opportunities, with over 127 species documented. The venue also caters to celebrations and corporate events, with conference facilities accommodating up to 80 delegates.

The farm offers various accommodation options, from double en-suite rooms to family cottages, including the new Waterblom cottage, which features two en-suite bedrooms, a well-equipped kitchen, and a wood-fired hot tub with mountain views.