Orange Grove: Wouterspan Lodge

In the heart of the Robertson Valley, this serene wine and olive farm in the foothills of the Langeberg Mountains also offers wild swathes of fynbos, magnificent rock formations, gorges and hidden waterfalls. It’s an escape into nature coupled with charming and luxurious accommodation, and a sense of history presided over by a 250-year-old manor house. Self-catering is made a little easier with breakfast baskets, braai baskets and picnic baskets delivered on request, and exploring the 5 000-hectare property is a cinch with mountain bikes to rent and self-guided or guided hiking trails.

THE LODGINGS

Wouterspan is a three-bedroom, double-storey thatched house, privately located and accessible along its own farm road. Surrounded by vineyard and mountain views, it’s beautifully decorated, with earthy hues, oriental rugs and antique-style furniture, and is serviced daily, so you can just focus on relaxing.

Indoor living

• 3 bedrooms (two king beds, one double bed); two upstairs attic rooms
• 3 ensuite bathrooms (with bath and/or shower)
• Living room with fireplace and plasma TV (DStv)
• Fully equipped kitchen
• Dining room
• Reading nook/lounge upstairs

Outdoor living

• Large furnished verandah with outdoor dining
• Undercover built-in braai area
• Swimming pool
• Garden/lawn area

THINGS TO DO

On the property

• 6 self-guided hiking trails + 2 guided hikes
• 3 mountain-bike trails (with bike rental)
• Picnics (catered baskets on request)
• Swimming in rock pools and waterfalls
• Massage therapy (on request)
• Nature drives
• Bird-watching

In the area

• Wine-tasting (about 40 farms)
• Olive farm route
• Craft beer and brandy tastings
• River cruise
• Restaurants, shops and market in Robertson
• Horse-riding