The Doolhof: Luxury Loft Room

Picture an idyllic mountain oasis: horses grazing in green paddocks, a trickling stream, sun-kissed vines and towering mountains that enclose a secret spot at the foot of the Bainskloof Pass (just five minutes from the town of Wellington). Nestled in this tranquil valley is The Doolhof, an original Cape Dutch manor house that’s been transformed into a luxurious boutique country hotel.

The elegant manor house is home to just six exquisite suites and one thatched cottage (a suitably romantic honeymoon suite), offering visitors the ultimate away-from-it-all escape. A 15m swimming pool and terrace set the mood for supreme rest and relaxation, plus welcome drinks, afternoon tea (with a glass of bubbles) and breakfast are included in the rate. It doesn’t get much more idyllic than this…

THE LODGINGS

Bedrooms + bathrooms

• 1 luxurious loft bedroom with king-size/twin beds (accessed by a spiral staircase)
• 1 bathroom (combination bath and shower)
• Twin basins
• Underfloor heating in bathroom
• Heated towel rails
• Bathroom amenities

Indoor living

• Sitting area
• Flat-screen TV with DStv
• Garden view
• Minibar with complimentary water, soft drinks, beers and ciders
• Tea and coffee facilities
• Air-conditioning and heating
• Complimentary WiFi

Catering

• Fresh flowers and fruit basket in room
• Welcome glass of bubbles on arrival
• Breakfast and afternoon tea included in rates

THINGS TO DO

On the property

• 25m swimming pool
• Spa
• Restaurant
• Hiking and biking trails
• Wine tasting
• e-bike rentals
• Private functions

In the area

• The town of Wellington
• Horse riding
• Clay pigeon shooting
• Quad-biking
• Golfing
• Wine and whiskey tasting
• Various hiking and biking trails
• Game drives in the Bontebok Ridge Reserve
• Canyoning