Groot Constantia - Jonkerhuis
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Cape Town accommodation. The Groot Constantia, one of the oldest vineyards farms in South Africa and an example of the Cape’s Dutch-influenced architecture, is located in the suburbs of Cape Town. The farm includes a wine museum, two restuarants, and its classical Cape Dutch Mansion is open to the public.
The estate produces a wide boutique of surburb wines, including both red and white wines. It has won numerous awards over the years, and continues to do so consistently. The Cloete Cellar, which dates back to 1791, is the original cellar of the estate. It now houses a display of wine-making equipment and various drinking vessels.
The estate offers wine tasting opportunities, and bottles can be purchased at the tasting. Simon's Restaurant offers a plethora of continental dishes, and can cater for large functions. The Jonkershuis Restaurant offers classical and contemporary Cape Malay cuisine. This restaurant is known for its atmosphere and views, being situated in the historical heart of the estate.
Groot Constantia vineyard
History of the Farm
The history of the farm dates back to 1685 when Simon van der Stel, a Governor of the Cape, was granted land for a farm. He named the farm Constantia. Wines from the beautiful semi-rural Constantia Valley soon graced many an aristocratic table in Europe. The arrival of the French Huguenots in 1688 lent to the momentum that Cape Wines were gaining. By 1690 half a million vines were established in Stellenbosch and the Cape Peninsula.
Upon Simon van der Stel's death in 1712, the property was bought by Captain Oloff Bergh. Since then the farm has had many owners the last of which was the Cloete family. Hendrik Cloete bought it in 1778 and the family has kept it in their hands for five generations. Since 1885 the property has been a part of the Cape government.
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Trading Hours
09h00 - 17h00; Mondays - Fridays; 10h00 - 16h00; Saturdays & Sundays
Pricing
Adults: R 25.00
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Groot Constantia's Contact Details:
| Phone: | 021 794 5128 |
| Email: | enquiries@grootconstantia.co.za |
| Website: | http://www.grootconstantia.co.za |
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Things to do near Groot Constantia
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The Constantia Village shopping centre in Cape Town serves the Constantia Valley. This pleasant mall has a wide variety of boutique shopping and eating experiences on offer, but without a cinema or foodcourt. This keeps the mall's clientelle to upmarket adults.
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The Cecilia Forest runs along the edge of the stunning Constantia Valley and features many scenic, easy walks.
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The Tokai forest in the Table Mountain National Park is the beginning of numerous hiking and cycling trails, including a 120 minute walk to the Elephant's Eye (a local cave).
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Hout Bay's World of Birds is is the largest bird sanctuary in Africa with around 100 aviaries and 3000 birds, each of which is crafted to mimic the home territories of the 400 species that the World of Birds protects. The sanctuary is also home to monkeys and other animals, and many migratory birds... [ read more... ] |
Accommodation near Groot Constantia
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Nestling high on the hill in a beautiful setting, five fully self-contained, free-standing, self-catering suites look out across the magnificent Constantia Valley to False Bay. Feel luxuriously at home with all the amenities you could possibly desire.... [ read more... ] |
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Cradled between the vineyards of Constantia Valley lies Taronga . . . We offer 4 double en-suite bedrooms which all have expansive views onto the garden, pool, greenbelt and mountains. We are within walking distance of four wine farms and a host of stunning restaurants!... [ read more... ] |
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The Villa is situated in the heart of Constantia valley, bordering the world famous Groot Constantia Vineyards. Set in one of the most exclusive locations in South Africa, this beautiful villa offers you comfort, freedom and tranquillity. ... [ read more... ] |
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Nova Constantia offers you eight generously proportioned suites on three levels, each featuring dressing rooms, kitchenettes as well as private terraces and balconies. Our apartment suite additionally contains a fully equipped kitchen, private entrance and patio. All our suites are equipped with lar... [ read more... ] |
