Boschendal lies between the Simonsberg and Drakenstein mountains an hour’s drive from Cape Town. The name Bos-en-dal, or wood and valley, reveals its essence: a breathtakingly beautiful valley basin of 1800 hectares.
Location, the sheer scale, natural splendour and history make exploring Boschendal compelling. It beguiles and inspires wonder with its unique spirit of place.
Boschendal lies between the Simonsberg and Drakenstein mountains an hour’s drive from Cape Town. The name Bos-en-dal, or wood and valley, reveals its essence: a breathtakingly beautiful valley basin of 1800 hectares.
Location, the sheer scale, natural splendour and history make exploring Boschendal compelling. It beguiles and inspires wonder with its unique spirit of place.
SIP AT BOSCHENDAL
Indulge in Boschendal’s award-winning wines at The Cellar Door, where every glass reflects over 340 years of mastery. Here, beneath the gaze of the ancient oak tree beside the historic Rhône Homestead, guests are invited to savour wines crafted from our exceptional vineyard sites. Pair your tasting with seasonal platters and thoughtfully curated food-and-wine combinations that celebrate our generous farm-to-table ethos.
For group bookings or private events, please contact us directly.
Indulge in Boschendal’s award-winning wines at The Cellar Door, where every glass reflects over 340 years of mastery. Here, beneath the gaze of the ancient oak tree beside the historic Rhône Homestead, guests are invited to savour wines crafted from our exceptional vineyard sites. Pair your tasting with seasonal platters and thoughtfully curated food-and-wine combinations that celebrate our generous farm-to-table ethos.
For group bookings or private events, please contact us directly.
With Green Key certified cottages scattered across the vast expanse and changing landscapes of the property, guests have a chance to immerse themselves into the many layers of one of South Africa’s oldest wine farms.
Dating back to 1685, Boschendal is a place where generations of families have worked. It is these combinations of stories and histories, mythical landscapes, and mysterious mountains that compel repeat visits. Great places need time for understanding and the unraveling of their complexities.
With Green Key certified cottages scattered across the vast expanse and changing landscapes of the property, guests have a chance to immerse themselves into the many layers of one of South Africa’s oldest wine farms.
Dating back to 1685, Boschendal is a place where generations of families have worked. It is these combinations of stories and histories, mythical landscapes, and mysterious mountains that compel repeat visits. Great places need time for understanding and the unraveling of their complexities.
Located near the Franschhoek Valley deep inside the Cape’sFloral Kingdom, it is a place where over 600 species of fynbos and 1000 hectares of protected nature reserve intertwine with our fruit orchards.
It is a spectacular, bio-diverse environment. It is a place where grass-fed Angus cattle, forest-fed pigs and free range chickens work alongside our farmers to replenish and revitalise the soils.
Located near the Franschhoek Valley deep inside the Cape’sFloral Kingdom, it is a place where over 600 species of fynbos and 1000 hectares of protected nature reserve intertwine with our fruit orchards.
It is a spectacular, bio-diverse environment. It is a place where grass-fed Angus cattle, forest-fed pigs and free range chickens work alongside our farmers to replenish and revitalise the soils.
But it has not always been this way. Boschendal was once in a state of ruin and disrepair, employing fewer than 50 people. Thanks to committed investment and dedication, Boschendal has been revitalised and now proudly employs 550 people.
We planted 600 000 new fruit trees and commenced an ambitious regenerative agriculture project to restore our soil ecology.
In addition, Boschendal is certified as one of only 38 WWF Conservation Champions with a large percentage of the land having been set aside for the preservation and regeneration of natural flora and fauna.
But it has not always been this way. Boschendal was once in a state of ruin and disrepair, employing fewer than 50 people. Thanks to committed investment and dedication, Boschendal has been revitalised and now proudly employs 550 people.
We planted 600 000 new fruit trees and commenced an ambitious regenerative agriculture project to restore our soil ecology.
In addition, Boschendal is certified as one of only 38 WWF Conservation Champions with a large percentage of the land having been set aside for the preservation and regeneration of natural flora and fauna.
We recognize the uniqueness of this place as there are few places like it and feel strongly that this exceptionalism should define every guest experience. Experiences that replenish, re-energise and reveal the magic of farm living.
There is something special happening at Boschendal. We hope to see you on the farm soon!
We recognize the uniqueness of this place as there are few places like it and feel strongly that this exceptionalism should define every guest experience. Experiences that replenish, re-energise and reveal the magic of farm living.
There is something special happening at Boschendal. We hope to see you on the farm soon!
