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Escape to the tranquil Paarl / Wellington area, just 50 minutes from Cape Town, and experience the best of luxury and country hospitality. Follow the impressive 2 km private tarred road up a hill of an exclusive grape farm to discover the view-blessed Bakenhof Suites.

Here you will find a unique, personalized and unhurried experience be it your wedding or birthday party, accommodation or a bridal package or corporate function and conference.  Their philosophy is that your day is as important to them as it is to you, and their mission is to exceed your expectations be it day or night, formal or informal, summer or winter, sunshine or rain.

Weddings at Bakenhof Guesthouse:
Say WOW to this stylish new glass venue with wrap around vineyard and mountain views.  Our exclusive wedding package for 60 200 guests features luxurious accommodation, picturesque on-site welcome and ceremony areas and a gorgeous glass reception hall with an illuminated bar.  Choose indoors or outdoors with the ease of mind that even their plan B boast spectacular views and is included at no additional charge.

See why we have recently been nominated as one of the top 10 wedding venues in the Winelands and named in the top 25 most romantic Winelands wedding venues.

Accommodation at Bakenhof Guesthouse:
At our picturesque Mountain View Complex we have 3 en-suite, with coffee facility and bar fridge, rooms available:

Bontebok Suite (adjoining door to Springbok Suite):
This room offers a king bed and 2 single daybeds, with an en-suite bathroom and a coffee facility with a bar fridge
A private patio entrance with a beautiful view of Wellington and Hawequa mountains
This room has an adjoining door shared with Springbok Suite. Perfect for friends and family or it can be locked off for privacy.
When staying for 3 nights or more, you will have complimentary access to The Den communal kitchen and braai facility (only for paying guests)
TV and Aircon 
Complimentary WIFI

Springbok Suite (adjoining door to Bontebok Suite):
This room offers a king bed and 2 single daybeds, with an en-suite bathroom and a coffee facility with a bar fridge
A private patio entrance with a beautiful view of Wellington and Hawequa mountains
This room has an adjoining door shared with Bontebok Suite. Perfect for friends and family or it can be locked off for privacy.
When staying for 3 nights or more, you will have complimentary access to The Den communal kitchen and braai facility (only for paying guests)
TV andircon 
Complimentary WIFI

Honeymoon Suite:
This is a perfect getaway for couples looking for a romantic weekend
This room offers a king bed with a dressing area and a full en-suite bathroom. The bathroom offers a his and her basin, a beautiful tub, toilet and, a indoor and outdoor shower.
A private garden with views of the town and beautiful Hawequa mountains will make you feel worlds away.
When staying for 3 nights or more, you will have complimentary access to The Den communal kitchen and braai facility (only for paying guests)
TV and Aircon 
Complimentary WIFI

Bridal & Intimate Function Facilities: Pamper Parlour
Luxurious salon facility for ladies to get ready. 8 hair and make up stations and a drinks station. Luxury salon hair wash basin. Access to our locker room with storage facilities, shower and toilet.
Aircon 
Complimentary WIFI

Get Ready Suite with a sunset desk and jacuzzi:
Please note the jacuzzi is only available for guests staying at the Get Ready Suite. For intimate get togethers to make use of the sunset desk and jacuzzi, please contact us.
1 Large bedroom with 8 single bunkbeds
Basic equipped kitchen
Bathroom with double basin, toilet shower and bath
Private courtyard and view deck with jacuzzi
TV and Aircon 
Complimentary WIFI

The Den:
Communal lounge and equipped kitchen with braai area. Complimentary access (on request) to Mountain View Complex paying overnight guests of 3 nights or more. Available for intimate get togethers, parties and Groom Get Ready facilities on request
A en-suite bathroom with shower, basin and toilet.
TV and Aircon 
Complimentary WIFI

At our beautiful Garden View Complex we have 3 en-suite, with coffee facility and bar fridge rooms and 1 luxury cottage unit, with a complete kitchen, available (only for overflow and last minute bookings):
Vineyard Suite:
1 king bed with en suite bathroom of a shower, toilet and double basin Shared coffee facility, bar fridge, microwave and toaster Private patio overlooking the rose garden1 king bed with en suite bathroom of a shower, toilet and double basin
Own coffee facility, bar fridge, microwave and toaster
Private patio overlooking the rose garden
TV and Aircon 
Complimentary WIFI

Rose Suite:
1 king bed with en suite bathroom of a shower, toilet and double basin Shared coffee facility, bar fridge, microwave and toaster Private patio overlooking the rose garden1 king bed with en suite bathroom of a shower, toilet and double basin
Shared coffee facility, bar fridge, microwave and toaster
Private patio overlooking the rose garden
TV & Aircon 
Complimentary WIFI

Garden Suite:
1 king bed with en suite bathroom of a shower, toilet and double basin
Shared coffee facility, bar fridge, microwave and toaster Private patio overlooking the rose garden1 king bed with en suite bathroom of a shower, toilet and double basin
Own coffee facility, bar fridge, microwave and toaster
Private patio overlooking the rose garden
TV and Aircon 
Complimentary WIFI

King Suite:
1 king bed with en suite bathroom of a shower, toilet, corner bath and double basin
2 daybeds for children under 12 years.
Lounge area
Complete kitchen
Private patio overlooking the rose garden
TV and Aircon 
Complimentary WIFI

Attractions:

Manicured gardens
Vineyard and mountain view
Wildlife (Springbok & Bontebok)
Old world charm
Romantic
Bridal preparations
Honeymoon Suite
SA Top 25 Wedding Venue

Activities:

Jacuzzi (Only for paying Get Ready Suite guests or intimate functions)
Gravel roads for bicycle riding
Walking roads to between the vineyards and passed the wildlife (not free roaming)

Rooms and Units Available:

Bontebok Suite

King bed and 2 single daybeds, en-suite bathroom, coffee facility, bar fridge
Private patio entrance 
When staying for 3 nights or more, complimentary access to The Den communal kitchen and braai facility
TV & Aircon 
Complimentary WIFI
Adjoining door

Sleeps 2 Adults

Garden Suite

1 king bed with en suite bathroom of a shower, toilet and double basin Shared coffee facility, bar fridge, microwave and toaster Private patio overlooking the rose garden1 king bed with en suite bathroom of a shower, toilet and double basin
Shared coffee facility, bar fridge, microwave and toaster
Private patio overlooking the rose garden
TV & Aircon 
Complimentary WIFI

Sleeps 2 Adults

Get Ready Suite

Get Ready Suite with a sunset desk and jacuzzi:
Please note the jacuzzi is only available for guests staying at the Get Ready Suite. 
1 Large bedroom with 1 Queen size beds and 6 single bunkbeds
Basic equipped kitchen
Bathroom with double basin, toilet shower and bath
Private courtyard and view deck with jacuzzi
TV & Aircon
Complimentary WIFI

Sleeps 2 Adults and 2 children

Honeymoon Suite

This is a perfect getaway for couples looking for a romantic weekend.  This room offers a king bed with a dressing area and a full en-suite bathroom. The bathroom offers a his and her basin, a beautiful tub, toilet and, a indoor and outdoor shower.  A private garden with views of the town and beautiful Hawequa mountains.  When staying for 3 nights or more, you will have complimentary access to The Den communal kitchen and braai facility (only for paying guests).

Sleeps 2 Adults

King Cottage Suite

1 king bed with en suite bathroom of a shower, toilet, corner bath and double basin
2 daybeds for children under 12 years.
Lounge area
Complete kitchen
Private patio overlooking the rose garden
TV & Aircon 
Complimentary WIFI

Sleeps 2 Adults and 2 children

Pamper Parlour & Locker Room

Luxurious salon facility for ladies to get ready. 8 hair and make up stations and a drinks station. Luxury salon hair wash basin. Access to our locker room with storage facilities, shower and toilet.
Aircon 
Complimentary WIFI

Sleeps 8 Adults

Rose Suite

1 king bed with en suite bathroom of a shower, toilet and double basin Shared coffee facility, bar fridge, microwave and toaster Private patio overlooking the rose garden1 king bed with en suite bathroom of a shower, toilet and double basin
Shared coffee facility, bar fridge, microwave and toaster
Private patio overlooking the rose garden
TV & Aircon 
Complimentary WIFI

Sleeps 2 Adults

Springbok Suite


King bed and 2 single daybeds, en-suite bathroom, coffee facility, bar fridge
Private patio entrance 
When staying for 3 nights or more, complimentary access to The Den communal kitchen and braai facility
TV & Aircon 
Complimentary WIFI
Adjoining door

Sleeps 2 Adults and 2 children

The Den

Communal lounge and equipped kitchen with braai area. Complimentary access (on request) to Mountain View Complex paying overnight guests of 3 nights or more. Available for intimate get togethers, parties and Groom Get Ready facilities on request
A en-suite bathroom with shower, basin and toilet.
TV & Aircon 
Complimentary WIFI
Please contact for rates

Sleeps 20 Adults

Vineyard Suite

1 king bed with en suite bathroom of a shower, toilet and double basin Shared coffee facility, bar fridge, microwave and toaster Private patio overlooking the rose garden1 king bed with en suite bathroom of a shower, toilet and double basin
Own coffee facility, bar fridge, microwave and toaster
Private patio overlooking the rose garden
TV & Aircon 
Complimentary WIFI

Sleeps 2 Adults

Facilities & Services available:

Babies
Children under 12
Elderly
Disabled (wheelchair friendly)
Honeymoon Couples
Conference facilities
Wedding facilities
Self-Braai / Barbecue
Jacuzzi
Garden
Internet Access
Tourism Information Desk
Wi-Fi
Afrikaans
English
Hiking / Walking Trails

Cancellation Policy:

Between fourteen and seven days before arrival: 50% of booking value. Day of arrival or later: 100% of booking value.

Terms and Conditions

* Check In 15h00 and Check Out 10h00. Early Check In on request and subject to availability.
* Compulsory late Check Out Fee after 10h00 - 30% of the overnight rate charged up to 12h00. Between 12h00 and 15h00 50% charged, after 15h00 full overnight rate charged.
* The Den communal kitchen and braai facility available on request to Mountain View Complex paying guests of 3 nights or more, regret no visitors or guests staying less than 3
* Please leave The Den communal kitchen and braai facility clean and in the same way found. If left unclean an additional R 500 will be charged as a cleaning levy.
* No Get Ready Facilities available except in the Get Ready Cottage and Pamper Parlour, unless specified otherwise or unless previously confirmed in writing.
* Regret no Get Ready Make Up Artist/ Hair/Nails in any suites EXCEPT Get Ready Cottage and Pamper Parlour.
* Get Ready Cottage and Pamper Parlour- max 8 paying guests for entire stay - each individual/ different person visiting/ using the facility qualify as a paying guest, notwithstanding the duration of stay.
* All Suites except Get Ready Suite and Pamper Parlour- max 2 paying adult guests for entire stay - each individual/ different person visiting/using the facility qualify as paying guest, notwithstanding the duration of stay.
* Honeymoon Suite - max 2 paying overnight guests - 2 individual/non paying visitors welcome - photographer and/or videographer welcome.  
* No access to Jacuzzi and sunset deck except for paying guests of the Get Ready Cottage - only by prior arrangement and at additional fee.
* No Jacuzzi facility available during winter periods.
* Sleeper beds available to  children under 12 only.
* No pets allowed.
* Strictly no smoking or vaping in any building. A deep clean fee of R 3 000 will be charged should this request be ignored.
* Self catering and not serviced during your stay (from Check In to Check Out). Servicing of a suite available on request, at an additional fee, pre- arranged 7 days before Check In.
* 50% Deposit to secure the booking. No booking is secure without a written confirmation.
* Cancellation fees apply - please contact us for further information.
* Strictly no loud music, unauthorised parties, gatherings, get together and after wedding parties. Music must be switched off between 23h00 and 09h00.
* Subject to availability and additional T’s & C’s apply ( available on request). 

Directions:

From Cape Town / Airport:
Take N2 from Cape Town to the Airport.
From the Airport continue/take N2 direction SOMERSET WEST.
Approximately 6 km from Airport take the Bellville R300 turnoff follow for +- 15km until it becomes the N1 follow direction towards Paarl.
Follow N1 for +- 19km until you get to the R44 Stellenbosch / Klapmuts / Wellington off ramp.
Take off ramp, keep left and follow R44 to Wellington for +- 21 km.
Reach a 4 - way stop. Turn left on R 45 towards Malmesbury.
Follow road for 2,7 km's and turn right into "Die Baken" entrance gate. Follow the long driveway until you reach Bakenhof Guesthouse on the hill.


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  • Guests Rating: (1)
  • Accommodation Type: Guest Farm, Guesthouse and Self-Catering
  • Sleeps: 22
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
    Check-out: 10:00 AM