Nestled in the heart of the Constantia Valley lies, "Glen Avon Lodge" This tastefully furnished gabled manor house of yesteryear, with its yellow wood beamed ceilings and breathtaking mountain views is an exlusive getaway.
Situated just 20 Kilometres from Cape Town’s City centre, the lodge is within easy access of the M3 motorway between the world renowned 'Waterfront', False Bay, Atlantic seaboards and the picturesque fishing village of Hout Bay.
The ‘Big Five’ wine farms established since 1988, The Historic buildings of Groot Constantia and the Kirstenbosch Botanical gardens are all situated in the Constantia area.
For shoppers and golfers there is ‘The Village Shopping Centre’ and four major golf courses in the immediate vicinity.
Glen Avon is owner-managed by the Stringer family; David, Annette and Wendy. Traditional Cape hospitality and relaxation all add up to the feeling of well-being that is so much a part of Glen Avon.
Fine dining is ensured by Wendy, our Cordon Bleu chef, and a selection of fine local wines offer a unique dining experience. Set in a private part of the ‘Olde Worlde’ country garden amidst rolling lawns, exquisite roses and shady oaks, is an eleven meter solar heated, salt water swimming pool.
A unique old world English Garden setting in the midst of the Constantia winelands. Fine cuisine with a selection of local Cape wines offers a unique dining experience. A thatched lapa recreation area, and an eleven meter swimming pool.
Conference facilities for small intimate functions of up to 20 delegates. Visits to local historical monuments, wine tasting farms, and dining out at the finest local restaurants. Choice of nearby golf courses, elegant shopping centres and sporting facilities.
Walking and horse riding trails are right on the doorstep.
A welcome so sincere by your hosts, David, Annette and Wendy Stringer, who will cater for your every wish and make your stay truly unforgettable!
Rooms
The nine en-suite, individually furnished bedrooms all overlook the garden with it’s breathtaking views.
Both Standard and Deluxe en-suite bedrooms have tea and coffee facilities, a bar fridge, telephone and television with M-net and many individual touches to make your stay more comfortable.
Queen size, double and twin bedded rooms all have percale linen, Duane duvets for winter and mohair rugs.
The bathrooms are luxuriously fitted with separate bath and walk-in showers in each
and offer a selection of toiletries to pamper one’s self.
How to get there See Map
Driving from the airport:
Take the N2 Highway to Cape Town and as you near the mountain take the M3 off-ramp to the left (To Muizenberg)
*Do not take the M5 off-ramp*
Continue on the M3 Freeway past the Constantia off-ramp and take the Ladies Mile off-ramp. When you reach the traffic lights turn left.
At the next set of traffic lights turn left onto the M42 to Tokia and follow the road, past "Peddlars on the Bend" on your right hand side.
Turn left into Strawberry Lane and left again into Glen Avon Close where you follow the signs into the lodge. |
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