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From R1 900 per night, for 2 ppl
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8 Lower Long Street
Riversdale
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Western Cape
021 344 2440
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De Doornkraal Vinotel
De Doornkraal Vinotel
De Doornkraal Vinotel
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De Doornkraal is eco-friendly and uses solar water heating. All rooms are en-suite and offer free internet. Guests can enjoy service to the two private lounges. Two cottages with lounges and patios supplement the normal accommodation. Guests experience total privacy since the hosts reside in the homestead of the De Doornkraal Aan't Vette Wine Estate.
A pool is located in the garden for the exclusive use of guests. Enjoy a drink at the poolside or in the adjacent wine garden where a 200-year-old vine is still bearing grapes.
The intimate Aan't Vette Country Kitchen has a splendid wine list and serves fresh local fare with a touch of flavours from around the globe. The restaurant is open for breakfast and dinner. There is ample secure parking for guests.
For organisations that need a break from city life, De Doornkraal offers conference facilities in the renovated, air conditioned former freemasons "Lodge Frere" built in 1888 that forms part of the complex.
Leisure activities include golf, bird watching, sightseeing, picnics, fishing, fynbos hiking trails, and horse trails.
De Doornkraal is eco-friendly and uses solar water heating. All rooms are en-suite and offer free internet. Guests can enjoy service to the two private lounges. Two cottages with lounges and patios supplement the normal accommodation. Guests experience total privacy since the hosts reside in the homestead of the De Doornkraal Aan't Vette Wine Estate.
A pool is located in the garden for the exclusive use of guests. Enjoy a drink at the poolside or in the adjacent wine garden where a 200-year-old vine is still bearing grapes.
The intimate Aan't Vette Country Kitchen has a splendid wine list and serves fresh local fare with a touch of flavours from around the globe. The restaurant is open for breakfast and dinner. There is ample secure parking for guests.
For organisations that need a break from city life, De Doornkraal offers conference facilities in the renovated, air conditioned former freemasons "Lodge Frere" built in 1888 that forms part of the complex.
Leisure activities include golf, bird watching, sightseeing, picnics, fishing, fynbos hiking trails, and horse trails.
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Reviews (39)
39 guests' feedbackTruly home from home.
Really very nice. Will definitely visit there again.
Wonderful service and polite staff. Will come back every year!
We stayed overnight en route to family in the Hemel and Aarde Valley, and we would do it again as it was a lovely peaceful place to stop over.
Well received, food was also very tasty. So peacefully we fell asleep for the first time in 20 years!
Although I had a nice stay, there was a problem with the room. I bought a deluxe room for extra space, but upon check-in we were put in a standard room. There was no deluxe room available, which was quite upsetting. There was also no attempt at a discount. So I don't know if I will go there again. For the price, the breakfast was ok. We did not have dinner in the hotel, but were instead directed to a restaurant in town which would remain open until 20h00. For a hotel it is not good enough. The service from the staff was very friendly, and the room and bathroom were clean.
Breakfast was amazing.
It was a nice stay. It would be nice if the menu had more variety.
We booked in the Cottage. Garden on the way to cottage must please. being cut open, our vehicle had difficulty going in and out. Rooms were nice and tidy. Maybe put warm blankets on the beds. Was terribly cold. Thank you very much for small heater that was in room. We ate at the restaurant. Food was fantastic! Springbok Carpaccio!
We had a very pleasant stay, with helpful and friendly staff. They went out of their way to accommodate us, and we appreciate it. Food and stay was excellent.
Old historical building. As a former resident of Riversdal, it was always my desire to live there and I was not disappointed! Fulfilled all my expectations.
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Wonderful renovation of old Riversdale. Everything very nice and lovely, but sorry that internet was so weak in such an upmarket facility.
The breakfast was wonderful! The croissants melt in your mouth - outstanding! The French lady who served us was great! She even packed us some padkos with 2 bottles of mineral water! The two small problems we encountered in the room were quickly resolved - thank you very much! The luxury room does not have electric blankets, but a hot water bottle is provided as well as a heater. So we slept soundly and didn't get cold!
The best and breakfast 5 out of 5.
The cook made us his favourite meal, "Lamb Kleftiko". It was incredibly tasty and a must. Just remember to order it 4 days before your arrival.
Beautiful "compound" of old buildings with garden and seats in the middle. Secure parking behind locked gate. Delicious food, generous portions. The buildings are very old and have been beautifully restored, or simply kept as they were - nostalgic, because they remind you of grandmothers and grandfathers and their farmhouses! The rooms are comfortable, and we have the old-fashioned furniture, baths, etc. appreciate. Much cozier than clinical modern buildings.
We had a great stay in this beautiful place. Everything was perfect, including the staff and the delicious breakfast.
The guesthouse is a beautiful, old house, very well looked after. The bed was great, everything you need is in the room, except for shampoo. The food and service in the evening was fantastic, wine was delicious. The service in the morning was a bit slow and food good. The hospitality was very warm. I'd definitely go back if I'm in the area again.
We enjoyed it so much. The place is very neat and the staff are very friendly. The food was top notch.
The accommodation was nice and comfortable, but the restaurant was simply poor. We waited over 2 hours for dinner, and were then asked if we would be willing to accept a wrong order! This, after being asked earlier how done I prefer my chicken!
De Doornkraal Boutique Hotel was one of the best overnight units where we spent the last night on holiday in December 2015 - definitely recommend it. Likewise the restaurant - delicious and tasty dishes served.
We very quickly received an email from the hotel with proof of booking. The cook also emailed us a menu. The service was excellent! We have never eaten and socialized so well. We ordered the Arni Kleftiko. "By prior appointment - 24 hours notice. Chef Peppas prepares this traditional slow roasted Greek lamb using a whole square cut shoulder. Served on a platter to table with Ya Ya's Patates, veg in season, pita breads and tzatziki. Serves four to six. " De Doornkraal Boutique Hotel will definitely see you again!
Chef Chistopher is amazing. At no point did we feel like just another guest in a hotel. He went out of his way to make our stay special and very comfortable. His food was fantastic and the personal attention to small "detail" remarkable. Definitely a gem of a hotel and we would definitely recommend it. All staff were friendly and even when we had special requests, someone was always there to help.
Accommodation was top notch. The people at De Doornkraal Boutique Hotel are friendly and very hospitable. Food is truly some of the tastiest plates I've ever eaten. Would recommend anyone to stay there.
De Doornkraal is a cute little place that will definitely appeal to those who like something authentic and somewhat romantic. We booked two nights bed and breakfast but actually saw little of the area as we spent most of the time at a rugby tournament in Oakdale. The staff are very friendly and do their very best to please you. The breakfast and dinner we enjoyed there were top notch and the chef is top notch.
The staff were very helpful and professional. The restaurant's variety of meals and wine was impressive and the chef was an absolute pleasure to do the wine tour with. Thank you very much!
See the stars.
Excellent food, well run by Christopher and staff.
Excellent food and good service.
Recommend De Doornkraal to travelers looking for beautiful rooms, tranquility, delicious food and good service.
Surprising place to stay. Riversdal surprised me. The old part of town, where De Doornkraal is located, is beautiful and clean, as is the guest house, which is beautifully restored and well managed.
Professional service with neat clean rooms. I will recommend De DoornKraal Boutique Hotel to my friends.
Christopher and the staff gave us an unforgettable evening! It felt like a full vacation. They feel like family, only better! We will bring our friends or family next time!
Lovely peaceful atmosphere and good food.
The area is clean and the nature is fantastic. The people who received us are friendly and very courteous. We will definitely stay there again if we go that way.
A lovely place to take a break from a long journey and chill out. We had nothing to complain about - it really is a lovely place. We hope to be back!
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Children aged between 0 and 6 stay free.Children aged between 7 and 15 pay R575.00.
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Furnished with double, twin or queen-size beds, the rooms also have bathrooms with a bath and a shower. Rooms have a private entrance, and they are equipped with safe, hairdryer, Satellite TV, telephone, fan or heater, and tea and coffee facilities as well as free Wi-Fi.
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Children aged between 0 and 6 stay free.
Children aged between 7 and 15 pay R575.00.
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Furnished with double, twin or queen-size beds, the rooms also have bathrooms with a bath and a shower. Rooms have a private entrance, and they are equipped with safe, hairdryer, Satellite TV, telephone, fan or heater, and tea and coffee facilities as well as free Wi-Fi.
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Furnished with double, twin or queen-size beds, the rooms also have bathrooms with a bath and a shower. Rooms have a private entrance, and they are equipped with safe, hairdryer, Satellite TV, telephone, fan or heater, and tea and coffee facilities as well as free Wi-Fi.
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Full Country Style Breakfast: Semi-Continental buffet and plated Hot Breakfast - Fully Inclusive
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Children aged between 0 and 6 stay free.
Children aged between 7 and 15 pay R575.00.
Cancellation policy
before check-in
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Description
Furnished with double, twin or queen-size beds, the rooms also have bathrooms with a bath and a shower. Rooms have a private entrance, and they are equipped with safe, hairdryer, Satellite TV, telephone, fan or heater, and tea and coffee facilities as well as free Wi-Fi.
Garden Cottage
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Luxury cottage with en-suite double room with a shower only bathroom. Private lounge and patio, located in the peaceful garden of the De Doornkraal Estate. Equipped with satellite TV, telephone, safe, hairdryer, fan/heater tea and coffee facility and an honesty bar on request. Free Internet.
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Full Country Style Breakfast: Semi-Continental buffet and plated Hot Breakfast - Fully Inclusive
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Children aged between 0 and 6 stay free.
Children aged between 7 and 15 pay R575.00.
Cancellation policy
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Luxury cottage with en-suite double room with a shower only bathroom. Private lounge and patio, located in the peaceful garden of the De Doornkraal Estate. Equipped with satellite TV, telephone, safe, hairdryer, fan/heater tea and coffee facility and an honesty bar on request. Free Internet.
Vineyard Cottage
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Spacious luxury cottage with two en-suite bedrooms - one Queen sized bed and other two twin beds. Private lounge, kitchen and patio, located in the peaceful garden of the De Doornkraal Estate. Adjacent to the irrigation pond and overlooks the Syrah vineyard that roles towards the banks of the river. Equipped with DSTV (Full Bouquet),, safes, hairdryers and fans/heaters a. Free WI-FI Internet. Ideal for two couples traveling together.
Room Arrangements
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About This Room
Services
Bathroom
Room Facilities
Appliances
Extras
Entertainment
Price Includes
Full Country Style Breakfast: Semi-Continental buffet and plated Hot Breakfast - Fully Inclusive
House Rules
Children aged between 0 and 6 stay free.
Children aged between 7 and 15 pay R575.00.
Cancellation policy
before check-in
before check-in
before check-in
Description
Spacious luxury cottage with two en-suite bedrooms - one Queen sized bed and other two twin beds. Private lounge, kitchen and patio, located in the peaceful garden of the De Doornkraal Estate. Adjacent to the irrigation pond and overlooks the Syrah vineyard that roles towards the banks of the river. Equipped with DSTV (Full Bouquet),, safes, hairdryers and fans/heaters a. Free WI-FI Internet. Ideal for two couples traveling together.
De Doornkraal is eco-friendly and uses solar water heating. All rooms are en-suite and offer free internet. Guests can enjoy service to the two private lounges. Two cottages with lounges and patios supplement the normal accommodation. Guests experience total privacy since the hosts reside in the homestead of the De Doornkraal Aan't Vette Wine Estate.
A pool is located in the garden for the exclusive use of guests. Enjoy a drink at the poolside or in the adjacent wine garden where a 200-year-old vine is still bearing grapes.
The intimate Aan't Vette Country Kitchen has a splendid wine list and serves fresh local fare with a touch of flavours from around the globe. The restaurant is open for breakfast and dinner. There is ample secure parking for guests.
For organisations that need a break from city life, De Doornkraal offers conference facilities in the renovated, air conditioned former freemasons "Lodge Frere" built in 1888 that forms part of the complex.
Leisure activities include golf, bird watching, sightseeing, picnics, fishing, fynbos hiking trails, and horse trails.