Uncover among the metropolis’s prime wine farms, world-class eating places, and actions that can get your adrenaline going, all able to discover within the lovely Somerset West.
This neighbourhood is situated 45 km from the Cape City Metropolis Heart, good for a day journey or a weekend escape.
We compiled an inventory of the whole lot you possibly can expertise on this neighbourhood:
What to Do
Helderberg Farm
Take the household out on a day journey to Helderberg Farm. Select between 5 scenic mountaineering sections, starting from newbie to difficult hikes, or discover the farm’s hanging landscapes via their mountain bike trails.
Strawberry selecting (accessible from October to December) is one other exercise you must add to your record of issues to do. The adventurous can get some thrill on the 4×4 and viewing routes or get aggressive in a sport of laser tag. Finish your day on the tea backyard or flick thru the Crimson Door Nursery.
Location: Klein Helderberg Street off, R44, Somerset West
Worth: Mountain climbing: Adults: R40pp, Children (aged 6-18): R25pp
Biking permits: Adults: R100pp, Children: (aged 6-18 years): R50pp
Contact: Go to helderbergplaas.co.za/
Artjamming
Create your individual artwork masterpieces at Artjamming. Seize some paintbrushes and select your canvas, choose your paint colors, and let your creativity circulate. Your little ones will even get pleasure from our newly launched SlimeTime, the place they will put together and enhance their very own slime.
Artjamming additionally curates enjoyable occasions like Paint & Sip, artwork lessons, children’ vacation lessons, and inventive workshops.
Location: Lourensford Property, Lourensford Rd, Somerset West
Worth: Slime Time: R125. Artwork classes begin from R185, which features a canvas, full use of their paint, and as much as 2 hours of studio time.
Contact: Go to artjamming.co.za/
Lourensford Wine Property
Spanning 4000 hectares, Lourensford Wine Property options actions for all ages. Attempt their Blind Wine Tasting Problem. Determine 4 wines blindfolded, and in the event you do, your tasting is free.
Tastings are additionally accessible for the kiddies, which embody two juices with candy treats. If in case you have a candy tooth, head to Wedgewood Emporium for a free tasting of their confectionary vary, together with ice cream, biscuits, honey, and chocolate. Chances are high you’ll depart with a deal with or two. Journey lovers can attempt their hand at clay pigeon capturing at Clay Pigeon Adventures or a sport of Padel. The property additionally has a weekend market with over 70 stalls and pop-ups.
Location: Lourensford Street, Somerset West
Worth: Varied
Contact: Go to lourensford.co.za/
Cavalli Property
At Cavalli Property, you possibly can discover their vineyards, take a stroll of their fynbos gardens, or tuck right into a high quality eating feast or wine tasting overlooking the vineyards and Helderberg mountain vary. Stretched throughout 100 hectares, you too can wander via the artwork gallery, which options famend works from native and worldwide artists. Between September and April, Cavalli welcomes households and mates to its superbly manicured backyard for a connoisseur picnic.
Location: Lourensford Rd, Somerset West
Worth: Varied
Contact: E-mail: information@cavalliestate.com or name 021 855 3218
Vergelegen Wine Property
With over 320 years of Cape legacy, Vergelegen Wine Property isn’t your typical wine farm. Whereas individuals come from far and huge to style their wines, in addition they come to attach with nature via their many gardens and historic Camphor Forest. The Rose Backyard, Hydrangeas Backyard and Wetlands Backyard are among the widespread ones. After you have performed some exploring, cease at one in all their eating places for a chunk to eat. Whether or not it’s the genuine, hearty French dishes at Cafe Fleur, the bistro-style choices of Stables, or the delicious array of freshly baked muffins and desserts at Rose Terrace Tea Room, there’s one thing to fulfill each palate. The Environmental Tour takes you on a safari-style journey to be taught extra concerning the property and sustainability initiatives, indigenous fynbos, and wildlife like bontebok, Nguni cattle, eland, and Rau-Quagga.
Location: Lourensford Rd, Somerset West
Worth: Varied
Contact: Go to vergelegen.co.za/
Erinvale Property Lodge & Spa
In the event you’re searching for a spot to stick with spa amenities and distinctive eating experiences, Erinvale Property Lodge & Spa ticks all of the bins. Their Lurra Spa gives invigorating facials and a variety of physique therapies together with exfoliations, physique wraps, manicures, pedicures, and waxing. The spa boasts 4 remedy rooms, together with two couple’s rooms, together with an indoor leisure space that includes a heated pool, an out of doors patio, a pool, and sunbathing loungers.
Lodging choices span from luxurious rooms to suites, and you’ll convey alongside your furry buddy to remain in choose dog-friendly rooms.
Erinvale can be house to assembly and wedding ceremony venues, a hair boutique, and a golf course designed by Gary Participant.
Location: 1 Erinvale Ave, Erinvale Golf Property
Worth: Varied
Contact: Go to erinvale.co.za/
Helderberg Nature Reserve
The Helderberg Nature Reserve is located on the slopes of Helderberg Mountain, providing spectacular views overlooking False Bay and actions for your complete household. You possibly can go for numerous trails throughout the reserve, starting from a leisurely 2.2km stroll to a difficult 7-hour hike. Or you possibly can unwind on the designated picnic spot, full with a kids’s jungle health club. The reserve hosts common nature walks and hikes, in addition to widespread occasions equivalent to “Live shows within the Park” and the “Helderberg Guide Competition”. The reserve has a “no-bin coverage” and guests should take away all rubbish they bring about in with them. No canine are allowed within the reserve.
Location: Verster Ave, Helderberg Nature Reserve
Worth: Automobile: R20, grownup: R30, kids: R20, and pensioners: R20
Contact: Go to helderbergnaturereserve.co.za/
The place to Eat
Weirdough
This stylish new bakery serves each candy and savoury variations of medialunas, a conventional Argentinian pastry. With its vibrant aesthetic, you possibly can pair your medialuna alongside their well-known scorching or chilly brews. Weirdough has a number of chimichurri and different tempting treats to take house with you.
Location: Lions Sq. Buying Heart, Cnr Huising, Important Avenue, Somerset West
Worth: From R24
Contact: Name +27 71 665 1675
Ghenwa’s Culinary Membership and Lebanese restaurant
Tuck into an array of Lebanese delights together with tabouleh, baba ghanoush, lamb sambousek, kinafeh, and plenty of extra at Ghenwa’s Culinary Membership and Lebanese restaurant. Ghenwa Steingcaszner, a Lebanese-born chef, not solely serves up these mouthwatering dishes but in addition hosts common cooking workshops. Throughout these workshops, she shares her culinary heritage, delves into Lebanese delicacies, and shares her recommendations on methods to create the proper dishes.
Location: Home 11 Lourensford Wine Property, Somerset West,
Worth: Varied
Contact: Go to ghenwasculinaryclub.co.za/
Casa Valdez
This genuine Portuguese restaurant has been round for many years and is cherished by locals. Casa Valdez exudes a homely environment, the place the essence of Portugal is proudly celebrated, evident within the flags embellished across the restaurant. The menu gives a punch, with widespread dishes together with the Trinchado (steak cubes), Spatchcock Portuguese Rooster, and Variedade de marisco (combined seafood pan). Vegetarian selections are additionally accessible.
Location: Cnr Important Street, Van Der Byl Straat, Van Der Stel
Worth: Varied
Contact: Go to www.casavaldez.co.za/
