Adara Palmiet Valley: Palace Suite

On the eastern outskirts of Paarl (where the most magnificent mountain views are), this 16-hectare estate is a dreamland of vineyards, guava orchards, jacaranda trees and a beautiful park-like garden filled with flowers and old oak trees. It’s also steeped in history, dating back to the 18th century.

Rooms and Suites are divided between four Cape Dutch buildings, one being the original 1754 manor (Jacaranda House), another the old stables (Mountain View House), a third overlooking the vineyards (Vineyard House) and the fourth nestled amongst the guava orchards (Orchard House). Some units are under cosy thatch roofs, with petite balconies; others have a lounge, kitchenette, patio or private garden with a pool. Expect all the luxuries, from sumptuous bed linen, marble bathrooms, air-con and underfloor heating to bathrobes, slippers and TV with Netflix.

Good to know
Breakfast is included in the rate, and the property is entirely off-grid with its own water and power sources.

THE LODGINGS

Situated in The Vineyard House, the opulent six-sleeper Palace Suite comes with a spacious kitchen and dining area, multiple bedrooms, an indoor fireplace and outdoor living spaces. The Suite can be booked separately, or the whole house can be booked for exclusive use.

Bedrooms + bathrooms

• 2 bedrooms
• 1 bathroom (bath and shower)
• Bathroom amenities

Indoor living

• Living and dining area with a fireplace
• Desk
• Spacious kitchen with a Smeg fridge and coffee machine
• TV with Netflix
• Tea and coffee facilities
• Air-conditioning and in-floor heating
• Complimentary WiFi

Outdoor living

• Private terrace with vineyard and mountain views
• Outdoor dining area
• Private pool and jacuzzi with sun loungers
• Braai facilities

THINGS TO DO

On the property

• Swim in the pool (Palace Suite)
• Lounge in the jacuzzi (Palace Suite)
• Farm walks
• Mediterranean dining at Adara Restaurant
• Wine-tasting

In the area

• Cheetah sanctuary next door
• Franschhoek Wine Tram (there’s a stop down the road)
• Paarl Mountain Nature Reserve
• Various wine estates
• Hiking and mountain-biking
• Various golf courses
• Polo at Val de Vie Estate
• Restaurants, shops and historical sites in Paarl