Located on the fringes of the scenic Stellenbosch winelands and industrial suburbia, the historic Vergenoegd Löw Wine Property wants little introduction. This historic Cape wine farm has wealthy, award-winning winemaking roots.
Relationship way back to 1696, the farm additionally safeguards a vibrant Cape heritage. It has seen generations of winemaking- and farming-excellence form its award-winning basis.
In current months, this Stellenbosch wine farm has undergone a significant overhaul. These enhancements have seen new life breathed into the property. With every part from thrilling new eateries and a agency ingredient of sustainability fastidiously woven into its day-to-day operations.
Greater than that although, this stunning wine farm affords guests a very tranquil expertise. On this evaluate, I share my transient expertise of this stellar Stellenbosch property.
The Indian Runner Geese have a New Position at Vergenoegd Löw, the Wine Property
To many, this farm was identified for its well-known Indian Runner Duck Parade. And whereas the geese nonetheless name the property residence, they’ve taken on a extra sustainable, relaxed function in its vineyards and fields. Importantly, it’s right here that they maintain bugs and different pests at bay.
It is because the property prioritises leaving as mild a footprint on the earth as doable. Every little thing from recycling, biodegradable packaging to solar energy and low water drip irrigation programs play an vital function right here.
Consequently, Vergenoegd Löw has proudly earned the honourable WWF Conservation Champion Standing. (Amongst different sustainable accolades.)
Personally, I’m delighted that the property has made this swap. (Though I do know many guests are unhappy and dissatisfied to not see the 1000-duck flock.) As a result of, when you think about the nice that the geese are doing and their extra relaxed life-style, it’s price it.
New Eateries that Wow at Vergenoegd Löw
Since 2021, Vergenoegd Löw has seen the disclosing of two beautiful new eateries in Geuwels and Clara’s Barn.
These eating places fall beneath the ever-expanding umbrella of high chef, Bertus Basson’s meals institutions. Though you will need to word that each eateries are headed up by gifted chef Drikus Brink.
Chef Drikus was previously of Overture Restaurant and in addition co-owns Geuwels, so he wants no introduction within the meals scene.
Household restaurant, Geuwels, takes a relaxed, elegantly rustic method to meals. This elegant, but homely restaurant serves hearty, seasonally impressed breakfasts, small plate lunches and informal picnics. Farm picnics are completely loved on the property’s expansive, picturesque lawns.
Clara’s Barn, in the meantime, enjoys a extra subtle, suave edge. Regardless of being located inside one of many Western Cape’s oldest barns.
Restaurant Opening Instances and Contact Info
Geuwels is open Wednesday to Sunday, from 08:00 am – 11:00 for breakfast and from 11:30 am – 15:30 pm for lunch.
Picnics will be loved from 12:00 – 16:00 pm however these have to be ordered a minimal of 24 hours prematurely.
For extra data, please contact: +27 (021) 202 43 73, geuwels@vergenoegd.co.za.
Clara’s Barn is open for lunch from Wednesday to Sunday, 12:00 – 14:30 pm and for dinner from Friday – Saturday, 18:00-20:00 pm.
For extra data, please contact: +27 (021) 202 4372, claras@vergenoegd.co.za or go to bertusbasson.com.
Lovely Breakfasts at Geuwels
I’ve not but personally had the privilege of eating at Clara’s Barn however Geuwels supplied certainly one of my extra memorable eating experiences.
I visited for a scrumptious breakfast of scrambled eggs, roosterkoek, smoked pork stomach and cherry tomatoes (simple 10/10).
Throughout my go to, I additionally loved a superb cappuccino (9/10). Each the meals and occasional is a few of the greatest I’ve had and the setting is gorgeous.
Geuwels (Gables) is basically break up into two indoor sections – together with the open-kitchen part within the center. One is the unmistakably eye-catching Duck Room, whereas the opposite pleasantly overlooks the property grounds and Geuwels’ beautiful outside seating.
Wine Tasting in Model in a Nationwide Monument
Throughout the huge garden from Geuwels, the property’s wine tasting enjoys a surprising location within the fantastically restored Cape Dutch homestead. (Together with the stately outbuildings, this constructing was declared a Nationwide Monument in 1974.)
Vergenoegd Löw affords award-winning wines from 4 distinctive wine ranges. (Mild refreshments will be loved along with your wines; these are ready by Geuwels.)
Touchingly, a few of the wines have additionally been redeveloped, re-labelled and relaunched and now are named after Professor Dr. Dr. Löw’s youngsters. Clara’s Barn, in the meantime, is called after his spouse.
Wine tastings can be found from 08:00 am – 16:00 pm, Wednesday to Sunday.
To e book a wine tasting or for extra data, please contact: reservations@vergenoegd.co.za.
You possibly can both get pleasure from tastings within the Homestead or out on the charming porch, which overlooks the werf gardens, distant dam and lawns.
Every room within the Homestead has been revitalised. I really like that friends are free to discover it and respectfully snap images (simply please swap your flash off).
The rooms proudly show a mixture of antiquated and trendy furnishings. Undoubtedly, these full the spectacular, but cosy scene.
Moreover, on chosen Saturdays (often each second Saturday, if I’m not mistaken) between 10:00 am – 12:00 pm, gifted multi-instrumentalist and solo pianist Riaan Nieuwenhuis magically performs the vintage 1872 grand Collard & Collard piano. I sadly left earlier than his arrival however that is one thing I have to nonetheless expertise.
Thrilling Capabilities Venue
Along with this, the Homestead additionally doubles as an exciting capabilities venue. In time, the property will host weddings and conferencing. Till then, the property caters to kiddies’ events and different small gatherings.
Alternatively, there may be outside seating on the verandah, overlooking the attractive gardens and distant lake space.
How the Property Rated Total
I loved a superb breakfast at Geuwels earlier than exploring the grounds and Homestead. I’ve to say, my first go to to this property impressed from begin to end.
Though I’ve not but tried the property wines or dined at Clara’s Barn, based mostly off my go to and breakfast at Geuwels, I can safely say that everybody ought to go to Vergenoegd Löw the Wine Property.
This property doesn’t have any particular youngsters’s play areas however there may be loads of room to run and discover with its stunning gardens and huge lawns.
Plus, Geuwels and the property picnics are family-friendly and designed to be loved with these you’re keen on.
Total, I used to be very impressed by Vergenoegd Löw the Wine Property and I’m delighted to have lastly explored this Stellenbosch wine farm.
Every little thing from the service, delicacies, setting and picture-perfect Cape Dutch structure makes this property extremely memorable.
Contact Info
For extra data on Vergenoegd Löw the Wine Property, please contact: +27 (021) 843 3248 or e-mail them at webmaster@vergenoegd.co.za.
You may as well go to their web site or discover them for your self at Vergenoegd Löw the Wine Property, 1 Vergenoegd Highway, Faure, Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa.
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Content material author by day and blogger by evening, Tamlyn Ryan passionately runs her journey weblog, known as Tamlyn Amber Wanderlust – Journey Writing and Images, from her residence base of Cape City, South Africa. Regardless of having a nationwide diploma in Journalism and dealing as a content material author by day, Tamlyn’s most well-liked area of interest stays journey writing.
Tamlyn is a hopeless wanderer, geared up with an countless ardour for highway journeys, fastidiously deliberate, vacation itineraries and, above all else, an innate love for the nice open air.
