Dunstone Country Estate is a charming guest house and boutique winery located in Wellington, right at the base of the Bainskloof pass, only an hour’s drive from Cape Town. This 9-hectare working wine and fruit farm is owned by Dirk Vaeye, and has undergone some lovely changes, including their family friendly ROOTS Bistro offering country cuisine.
The Dunstone wines are produced on the estate, with their first vines being planted in 2003. Tastings take place at the Guest House, and one needs to book beforehand.
Dunstone offers accommodation, both guest suites and self-catering options, with gorgeous views of the surrounding vineyards and mountains beyond. Perfect for relaxing and unwinding in a peaceful countryside retreat.
The rich history of three exceptional wineries paved the way for the birth of Wellington Wines, and dates back to 1906, 1907 and 1941 when Wellington Co-operative Winery Ltd., Bovlei Co-operative Ltd. and Wamakersvallei Winery were founded respectively.
The accomplishments of each winery, together with a shared passion for wine and an interest in enriching the Wellington Wine industry, led to the three wine giants combining forces, merging in recent years to form Wellington Wines.
Our cosy tasting room is situated on the Bainskloof Road in Wellington. We invite you to taste and purchase our wines in a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere with breathtaking views of the mountains and vineyards.
If you are a mountain biking or hiking enthusiast, our tasting room is your ideal departure or “wine-down” spot.
We also offer cheese platters with Brie, Chevin, crackers, olives and biltong.
The town of Wellington is situated at the base of the Groenberg mountains in the scenic Bovlei valley, and is home to Val du Charron Wine & Country Estate. The Entwistle family purchased this 45-ha farm in 2006 and named it Val du Charron, which means Valley of the Wagonmakers, and pays tribute to the rich history and culture of this area. The reference to the wagon making highlights that Wellington was the final town where the Afrikaner ox wagons were serviced before they crossed the stunning Bainskloof pass into the interior.
This estate has picturesque mountain views from every angle, whether from the terrace, one of the many restaurants or from the comfort of your luxury accommodation. For those seeking a winelands getaway, they have 4-star guesthouse accommodation, while the Coach House offers 5-star luxury accommodation with your own private space to unwind while overlooking the Hawekwa mountains.
The Pizza Vista restaurant specialises in delicious wood-fired pizzas, hearty salads and scrumptious pastas. The kiddies can frolic in the splashpad below the restaurant, keeping them busy as well. Whether a beer or gin drinker, they cater to all tastes here. The Grillroom offers mouthwatering steak and grill options, as well as various starters and small plates, not to mention their death-by-chocolate dessert!
Upland Organic Estate is a small Ecocert fruit and wine farm which has been producing award-winning organic Brandy, Grappa, Port and Wines since 1990. Other crops include fruits, nuts, olives and olive oils. We care about the flora and fauna of our farm as much as we do our products. All our crops are harvested by hand. No harmful chemicals are used; we are environmentally friendly. At Upland we offer wine tastings, brandy tastings and cellar tours. Guests and friends to the farm may also enjoy nature walks and picnics at the river.
Imbuko Wines is situated on the farm Uitkyk, near Wellington in the heart of the Boland winelands. Co-founder and Managing Director, Theunis van Zyl, has been part of the wine industry for 30 years. Imbuko, means “Admiration for…..” in Xhosa. We are all about the “family feeling” with friendly staff welcoming our guests to feel at home and relax with a glass of our award winning wines!
Situated outside Wellington under Bain’s Kloof Pass, Doolhof (‘Labyrinth’) was so named as a reference to the beautiful convoluted hills and valleys that surround it. With a focus largely on Malbec and Pinotage, our winemaking philosophy is sustainably orientated with varietal expressiveness at its core. We are wine of origin Limietberg and the only producer in this ward.
Diemersfontein Wine and Country Estate is a 183-ha estate, that lies in the heart of Wellington and is home to the original coffee Pinotage. It has belonged to the Sonnenberg family for 3 generations, with David and Sue as the current generation.
A lovely estate to visit, with 10 garden rooms and 2 cottages all furnished in true country style accommodation. The HOPE restaurant offers a contemporary bistro for lunch and some dinners, from Wednesday to Sunday.
There is a quaint and lovely inside tasting room, with umbrellas and tables outside on the patio with a special view of horses, bokkies and geese in the surrounding meadows. A kiddies pairing of grape juices, truffles and nougat are delicious treats for the old and young. The gardens are filled with sculptures, surrounded by trees and streams, while small dams with islands provide fun adventures for kids to enjoy.
