Cathbert enjoys a magnificent position high up on the slopes of the majestic Simonsberg with spectacular vistas across vineyards to the immense Boland Mountains.
Take pleasure in spacious, luxury rooms each with its own veranda and secluded garden. Witness splendid sunsets and observe as the valley changes below and the mountains are aglow in the late afternoon sun.
Wake up to country quiet and tranquility, hearty homemade breakfasts and freshly brewed coffee. Gourmet dinners are served from a set menu changing daily with the finest Cape Wines to compliment your meal.
Cathbert Country Inn specializes in genuine, warm hospitality providing a relaxed and tranquil atmosphere.
In short, WHY choose Cathbert Country Inn?
1. Location:
Away from busy Tourist Crowds...
Situated high up on the slopes of the majestic Simonsberg Mountain
Spectacular vistas across vineyards
Country Feel - Escape City Life
A setting that enhances rejuvenationÂ…
In the centre of the Cape Winelands: 20km from Franschhoek; 25km from Stellenbosch; 10km from Paarl & 60km from Cape Town
2. Privacy:
Solitude; Stillness
Take pleasure in spacious, luxury rooms each with its own veranda and secluded gardenÂ…
3. Warm Hosting:
Not too much; or too little interaction/ hostingÂ…
We love people
Sensitive to your needs if you are on a retreatÂ….
We offer relaxed and tranquil atmosphere
4. Romantic:
Witness splendid sunsets and observe as the valley changes below and the mountains are aglow in the late afternoon sun...
5. Safety:
We offer safe secure parking
We are also situated in a very safe part of South Africa
6. Small in Numbers:
Single and Sharing guests welcome;
9 Rooms/ Units
WeÂ’re a PERSONALIZED Guest House; not a Hotel
7. Dining Experience:
Wake up to country quiet and tranquility, hearty homemade breakfasts and freshly brewed coffeeÂ…
Gourmet Meals are served daily
We stock the most finest Cape Wines
Accommodation:
9 Rooms/Units | 22 Pax in Total
All our rooms/units have the following:
An en suite bathroom (with a shower & bath)
A Ceiling Fan & Air Conditioner
Satellite television,
A mini-bar,
Hairdryer
Coffee & tea facilities and
...many other comforts...
Activities:
Cape Winelands (Wine Tours, Wine Tasting, Cellar Tours)
Golfing
Shopping
Dining (We are situated in the Gourmet Capital of South Africa)
Historical Tours
Birding
Retreat Destination
How to get there:
See Map Directions to Cathbert Country Inn from Stellenbosch over Hellshoogte Pass:
Take R310 Hellshoogte pass road
Travel Through village of Pniel
Pass Boschendal Wine Estate on your right
At the Stop (T Junction) turn left
Travel for 3,7 Kilometers and turn left at the signs for Klapmuts/ Simondium Road
Just after you will cross a railway crossing, turn left onto private tar road through gates of Vrede en Lust.
Follow the tar road for 2.4 km to Cathbert Country Inn.
Directions to Cathbert Country Inn From Cape Town:
Take N1 North towards Paarl
Take Exit 47, R44 Klapmuts, Stellenbosch
Turn right at the end of the ramp and travel for 0,6 Kilometers
Under Highway to 4 way stop
Cross over the 4 way stop travel for 0,5 Kilometers
Left at next road sign will say Franschhoek (R45)
Travel for 8,6 Kilometers (Pass Glen Carlou, Backsberg, Cowlin, Drakensig and Rupert & Rothschild Wine Estates)
Just before railway crossing and T-junction, turn right onto private tar road, through gates of Vrede en Lust Wine Estate.
Follow the tar road for 2.4 km to Cathbert Country Inn.
Directions to Cathbert Country Inn From the Cape Town International Airport:
Take the N2 towards Somerset West
Take the R300 off ramp to Bellville
Continue until you drop off to your right onto the N1 North towards Paarl
Take Exit 47, R44 Klapmuts, Stellenbosch
Turn right at the end of the ramp and travel for 0,6 Kilometers
Under Highway to 4 way stop
Cross over the 4 way stop and travel for 0,5 Kilometers
Left at next road sign will say Franschhoek (R45)
Travel for 8,6 Kilometers (Pass Glen Carlou, Backsberg, Cowlin, Drakensig and Rupert & Rothschild Wine Estates)
Just before railway crossing and T-junction, turn right onto private tar road, through the gates of Vrede en Lust.
Follow the tar road for 2.4 km to Cathbert Country Inn.
Directions To Cathbert Country Inn From Hermanus
Travel back from Hermanus to Botrivier and take the N2 up the Houw Hoek pass to Grabouw
Turn right at Grabouw and travel towards Vyeboom and then towards Villiersdorp on the R45. When approaching Villiersdorp with the dam on your right you will see a turning to your left to Franschhoek R45.
Take this turnoff and go over the pass down into Franschhoek and follow the signs turning right into the main street of Franschhoek R45.
Travel along this road for approx 15 kilometers and watch out on your left for a turn to Pniel/Stellenbosch R310 etc. Stay on the R45 and travel for 3,7 Kilometers from this intersection and watch out for the next tar road to your left, to Klapmuts
Take this turning to your left and you will immediately cross a railway line. Look to your left and you will see our sign as well as large white gateposts saying Vrede en Lust Wine Estate. Cross the railway line and turn left through these gates onto private tar road. Travel through Vrede En Lust for approx 2,4 kilometers remaining on this tar road until it ends at Cathbert Country Inn.
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