Sorry if you’re exhausted of my love for Akasha Mountain Retreat – but it truly is a special place! If you’ve not read about my previous stays, take a look here!
Chris and Elana are always at your call, so accommodating and eager to show you their slice of heaven! This time I took my family along and everyone was blown away. 2 days and we feel like we’ve been away for a week! Happy Place! x
Steeped in luxury and history, it was an absolute treat to spend two nights at The Cellars Hohenort! I was totally surprised by the seriously spacious room with lounge area interleading into a grand bedroom & separate bathroom with bath and shower.
(Dress & Jersey: Sitting Pretty; Nike Trainers; Superbalist )
A little highlight. Oh wow – this wine! Absolutely delicious. And that’s about as far as I can go when it comes to wine lingo – but after savouring this little mini-bar treat, I’m certainly going to look into ordering a case!
The gardens are incredible – a real fantasy for kids and adults alike!
At times I felt like I was in an Alice In Wonderland movie. Beautiful rose gardens, lush forest and manicured hedges creating beautiful walk ways.
If I was toddler-free, I certainly would have curled up with a glass of that Waterford Sauvignon Blanc in the lounge area. Perfect for a winter’s afternoon tea and buzzing at night with guests sipping on champagne and cocktails.
And what a breakfast backdrop!
A little cheers pre hair, nails and facial – if it’s luxury you want, the Cellars will provide!
Watch out for Part 2 and see what we got up to! xx
Well, a mountain facing room at The Vineyard Hotel is a very special experience! Watching the sunrise while sipping coffee in bed, was a real treat! (Not to mention breakfast in bed!)
How beautiful is the view from our room.
I totally indulged in a local favourite every morning, Charlotte Rhys. That zesty shower gel & body lotion made for a real pamper!
The Vineyard Hotel is a fantastic stay for kids! We loved exploring the garden; chasing squirrels, looking for the big tortoise, crossing little bridges and running on the large, rolling lawns. I really enjoyed the oasis of calm you experience walking through the gardens. One is so unaware of the hustle and bustle of daily life outside of the grounds. Magic! The staff were also fantastic with Harry, offering him rides on the luggage trolleys and helping us find the tortoise!
Meeting up with some girlfriends and enjoying some bubbly, at what I call “magic hour”, has been a past time I’ve enjoyed for years. Such a treat to be back! It really is my “GO-TO” for drinks in the Southern Suburbs.
The latest edition to The Vineyard Hotel, The Long Cafe, is a great spot for a coffee date or quick bite! The coffee is excellent! Do try The Vineyard Blend. Loved the very on-trend marble counter! Every instagramers dream 🙂
Hidden in the Vineyard’s Gardens, a trip to the Angsana Spa transported me right back to my travels round Bali. I had the most incredible massage (probably one of the best I’ve had!) along with a facial and mani! I felt super relaxed and rested post treatments and the uplifting ginger tea and pawpaw snack afterwards was a refreshing, finishing touch.
The Vineyard has loads of nooks & spaces to accommodate your every need, whether you like a more private corner or like to sit back and people watch. From quieter lounges to catch up on emails to soaking up some sun by the pool, exploring with kids to entertaining clients over a fabulous buffet or a la carte breakfast, or treating yourself to a little fine dining or grabbing that much needed coffee – whatever the occasion, The Vineyard has you covered.
Highlights:
*My massage.
*A swim with Harry in the indoor pool.
*The lamb shank & glass of wine dinner special – in bed! 🙂
*Meeting up with my girlfriends in the bar/lounge for bubbles
*Coffee at The Long Cafe
*Exploring the gardens with Harry
We so look forward to going back! Those mountain views and magnificent gardens hold a special place in our hearts! xx
Loved this article – not only because I got to share my favourite hidden gems (Here & Here), but because there are loads of exciting spots I didn’t know about, that I’m going to note down for my next trip home!
Read More Here: South Africa’s Hidden Gems as discovered by bloggers. I’d love to hear about your hidden gem/s!? #CFHiddenGems
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