Voucher valid for use between 1 Oct 2026 and 17 Dec 2026.
Inclusions
Accommodation
2-Bedroom Luxury Cottage
Drinks
Welcome drink | A curated wine tasting at the estate's historic homestead, once per stay. (Available daily from 10am until 4pm) - Please book in advance when booking your stay.
Meals
Full breakfast served in the Historic Homestead
Experience
SG Perk: 10% spa discount for any treatments
Surprise
The Secret Getaway 10th Birthday Bonus! We're celebrating a decade of Secret Getaway with 10 months of spectacular getaway prizes! Every qualifying getaway voucher purchase earns an automatic entry into our monthly draw. Winners will be announced in the first Secret Getaway Insiders' Mailer each month.
What we love
When can I travel?
Voucher valid for use between 1 Oct 2026 and 17 Dec 2026.
Subject to availability and the hotel's yield management policies | SADC Residents Only | Simple T&Cs: Vouchers allow flexibility to book your dates immediately or later on for spontaneous travel. If you change your mind before booking, or don't make a booking before the voucher expires, convert your voucher to 100% credit towards an alternate getaway or request a refund via your Secret Getaway online wallet section. Once your booking is confirmed with the hotel, their own T&Cs will apply.
Amenities
Pool
Restaurant
Bar
Wi-Fi
Breakfast
Child Friendly
Lounge
Aircon
Hiking Trails
Minibar
Parking
Plunge pool
Wheelchair Friendly
Spa
Gym
Massage
Jacuzzi
Location
- Any meals & beverages not listed under inclusions.
- All items of a personal nature.
- Transfers, Early Check-in or Late Check-out.
- 2 Bedroom Luxury Cottage: All ages are welcome. A maximum of 4 adults and 2 Children under 12 can be accommodated.
- 0-3 a cot will be provided (no charge)
- If travelling as a Solo, please see the seperate solo deal listed.
Vergenoegd Löw, a wine estate dating back to 1696, offers you so much more than a personal experience of yesteryear and a gracious era. Set on the banks of the Eerste River with vistas of Cape mountains and the ocean, the estate features manicured vineyards, water ponds, biodiverse wetlands, indigenous plants, birds and insects. The historic Manor House and its ring wall is a national monument with wine tasting, event venues and two Bertus Basson restaurants and the Boutique Hotel and Spa.
Geuwels Restaurant - On 1 September 2021 renowned Chef Bertus Basson opened Geuwels (Gables) restaurant on the historic Vergenoegd Löw – Wine Estate. Head Chef Drikus invites you, your family and your friends to enjoy authentic South African food using fresh, seasonal and indigenous ingredients prepared with a creative twist and cultural influences. Open: Monday to Sunday Breakfast: 08h00 – 11h00 and Monday to Sunday Lunch: 11h30 – 15h30
Clara's Barn - Clara’s Barn is a beautifully appointed restaurant in the oldest barn on the wine farm. The inspiration for Clara’s Barn is a modern South African Farm kitchen. The kitchen is headed up by Drikus Brink and serves a 5-course menu. Open: Wednesday to Sunday Lunch: 12h00 – 14h30 and Thursday – Saturday Dinner: 18h00 – 22h00
The Spa - An exquisite sensory experience awaits at the brand new spa treatment facility. Three luxury couple treatment rooms are available for residents and non-residents to enjoy a range of invigorating massages and rejuvenating facials as well as various hand, foot, and beauty treatments. For the ultimate indulgence, soothe your mind while soaking in a hydrating milk bath.
Vineyard Suites - four contemporary stand a short distance from the historic homestead. The 40 sqm (interior) / 40 sqm (pool deck) suites are ideal for guests seeking additional privacy. Each with floor-to-ceiling windows in the lounge and the bedroom offer magnificent mountain views. A small wind lobby leads into the lounge area, complete with a cosy two-seater couch, mini-bar facilities, flat-screen TV and a vanity desk. Industrial stucco floors are offset by shimmering thick pile rugs. Warm wood accents, plush scatter cushions and a lavish designer headboard in weaved crushed velvet soften the contemporary look further. The bedroom is equipped with a second flat-screen TV. A large private wooden deck with a 3 x 3-meter heated plunge pool and an outdoor shower completes the experience of utter luxury
Deluxe Lodge Rooms - these four beautiful 40 sqm (interior) / 20 sqm (patio) each offer serene garden views and have a private patio with a jacuzzi and outdoor shower. All within easy reach of the historic homestead, Geuwels, Clara’s Barn, the spa and the gym. Kept in a modern classic style, the spacious bedrooms boast wooden floors, chenille rugs and soothing hues of cream and grey, ensuring an instant welcoming and homey effect. Two of the rooms have beautifully exposed trusses. While each unit has its own smaller seating area, its location as part of the main historic building means there is a wonderful shared common lounge area to be enjoyed too.
All rooms have Air-conditioning & heating, Netflix, Tea/Coffee making facilities with a Nespresso machine, stocked mini-bar, Extra-length king-size beds that can be converted into twin beds and bathrooms with a rain shower, hand shower, double basin, and enclosed toilet. The suites also have a free-standing bathtub.
2 Bedroom Luxury Cottages - Designed for up to four guests, perfect for families (all ages welcome) and friends - these cottages are not just accommodations; they are private sanctuaries where every detail reflects the estate’s commitment to the finest in wine country living. Sleeping arrangements are nothing short of luxurious, with two equally sized en-suite bedrooms featuring extra-length king-size beds that can effortlessly transform into twin beds, catering to your personal comfort preferences. The en-suite bathrooms are sanctuaries of relaxation, each equipped with a rejuvenating rain shower, an elegant free-standing bathtub, and double basins. Enclosed toilets, heated towel rails, and underfloor heating add layers of comfort and convenience.
The six free-standing Luxury Cottages offer an idyllic retreat amidst the vineyards, each cottage features traditional thatched roofs, and extends over 110 sqm of interior space, complemented by a 60 sqm private pool deck, perfect for soaking up the tranquil vistas. The heart of each cottage is a spacious lounge - a communal space that flows seamlessly into the outdoor area, where a generous 6 x 3-meter heated pool awaits.
With its unique position between the Helderberg Mountains and False Bay, Vergenoegd Löw The Wine Estate is the perfect base to explore all the major attractions of the greater Cape Town region. Ideally located for guests wanting to be based on a tranquil wine estate but still within easy driving distance to all the major hubs such as Cape Town, the V&A Waterfront, Stellenbosch, and Somerset West.
Runner Duck Parade: Part of the ecological ethos of the farm is centred on sustainable pest control, which is most famously on display every day when the flock of Runner Ducks make their way across the farm (and in front of the Gerwels Restaurant) at 9am and midday. So time your visit to enjoy this wonderful spectacle of these hardworking birds.
Wine Tasting at Vergenoegd - To taste Vergenoegd Löw wines where they are grown, made, matured and nurtured to perfection is a special experience. Understanding the distinct terroir, climate conditions, cultivar selection, harvesting, crushing, fermenting and how the wine develops in concrete, steel holding tanks or oak barrels provides greater appreciation for the wine in your glass.
Geuwels Estate Picnic - The sight of families and friends opening a sumptuous picnic basket brim-full of home-made delicacies in the shade of huge trees on green lawns will beckon you. Geuwels the breakfast and lunch restaurant on the estate serve the finest picnic food from fresh, indigenous produce and prepared with a South African twist, all enhanced by one of the estate's fine wines. Wednesday - Sunday 12h00 - 16h00
Golfing - Play golf on some of the best courses in Cape Town; 8 golf courses are within a 30-minute drive. Here are a few suggestions:
- Erinvale Golf Course: Erinvale Golf course is one of the golf jewels in the Western Cape, This golf course is a 'must play', nestled at the foot of the Helderberg mountains with sweeping views of the Winelands and False Bay coastline. Distance from Vergenoegd: 18.6 km
- Strand Golf Course: Strand Golf course is set between the breathtaking Hottentots-Holland Mountain Range and the sandy shores of False Bay, Strand Golf Club enjoys incredibly dynamic views of all that nature has to offer. Strand Golf Club was opened in 1994 and has proven to be a favourite course amongst golfers who visit the Helderberg region. Distance from Vergenoegd: 15.5 km
- Stellenbosch Golf Course: Experience the 4th oldest Golf Club in South Africa. Situated at the foot of the majestic Helderberg mountains on the outskirts of Stellenbosch. Distance from Vergenoegd: 17,5 km
Cape Winelands - Visit some of the award-winning wine estates around Stellenbosch, Franschhoek and Paarl.
- Tokara Perched on the edge of a mountain overlooking a valley of vineyards, between the Banhoek Conservancy and Simonsberg Nature Reserve, Tokara is one of the most breathtaking spots to spend the day. Distance from Vergenoegd: 24,8 km
- Anthonji Rupert This scenic estate beneath the Groot Drakenstein Mountains has a state-of-the-art winemaking facility with two tasting rooms and wonderful heritage architecture. The Cape-Dutch Manor House is a warm and regal domain featuring wood-beam ceilings, yellowwood floors, 19th-century furnishings and period artworks. Distance from Vergenoegd: 37,9 km
- Nederberg Wine Estate: Set against the majestic Drakenstein Mountains in Paarl, amidst sprawling gardens and ancient oak trees, Nederburg Wine Estate offers a curated wine journey along with a nostalgic food experience. Sample some of Nederburg's award winning wines, enjoy lunch in the beautifully revamped Manor Restaurant, or dig into a generous picnic served on the extensive lawns. Distance from Vergenoegd: 53.8 km
Private Guided Tours - Enjoy the beauties of the Cape without the worry of driving. Sit back, relax and fully absorb the breathtaking scenery whilst gaining first-hand knowledge from a certified tour guide. Available tours include the Cape Winelands, Cape Town, Table Mountain, Boulders Beach, Cape Point, Hermanus, the West Coast, and many more!