De Leeuwenhof Estate
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Summary of reviewsDe Leeuwenhof Estate, located amidst a lush guava plantation near Paarl, offers guests a serene escape with a perfect blend of rustic charm and modern comforts. The beautifully maintained estate serves as an excellent base for relaxation and excursions, allowing easy access to nearby vineyards and the highway for exploring the region’s renowned wineries. Families are warmly welcomed, and the estate’s peaceful setting is complemented by a stunning pool area and impeccable service from dedicated staff. The picturesque and spacious surroundings offer tranquility and a perfect start to any holiday.
Breakfast at De Leeuwenhof Estate receives glowing reviews for its quality and ambiance, with delicious and healthy offerings such as fresh fruit salads enjoyed on a terrace or near a cozy fire. While a few guests have suggested improvements, the overall breakfast experience remains memorable due to the friendly staff and excellent meals. Dinner at the estate stands out as a delightful experience, featuring a unique set menu each night and local wines that enhance the dining enjoyment. The homemade dishes offered by the owner's family add a personal touch, while the attentive staff foster a warm atmosphere, making dinner a highlight for guests.
Guests find the accommodations at De Leeuwenhof Estate to be both comfortable and cozy, with spacious, well-furnished rooms providing historic charm. Cleanliness throughout the estate is consistently praised, contributing to a sense of security and relaxation. Though there are mentions of occasional dim lighting, the overall guest consensus highlights the estate’s meticulous cleanliness and well-kept grounds, ensuring a pleasant visit.
The exceptional staff at De Leeuwenhof Estate is a significant contributor to the welcoming atmosphere, earning praise for their friendliness and warmth. The owners, Tessa and her team, are commended for their attentiveness and kindness, ensuring guests feel right at home. The inviting environment extends to the pool area, where the clean and inviting facilities provide a refreshing escape. Families particularly appreciate the warm waters perfect for small children, coupled with the beautifully designed surroundings that enhance the overall leisure experience.
Overall, De Leeuwenhof Estate offers guests a remarkable experience characterized by comfort, tranquility, and exceptional service, making it an ideal choice for anyone seeking an enjoyable and memorable stay.
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Breakfast at De Leeuwenhof Estate receives glowing reviews for its quality and ambiance, with delicious and healthy offerings such as fresh fruit salads enjoyed on a terrace or near a cozy fire. While a few guests have suggested improvements, the overall breakfast experience remains memorable due to the friendly staff and excellent meals. Dinner at the estate stands out as a delightful experience, featuring a unique set menu each night and local wines that enhance the dining enjoyment. The homemade dishes offered by the owner's family add a personal touch, while the attentive staff foster a warm atmosphere, making dinner a highlight for guests.
Guests find the accommodations at De Leeuwenhof Estate to be both comfortable and cozy, with spacious, well-furnished rooms providing historic charm. Cleanliness throughout the estate is consistently praised, contributing to a sense of security and relaxation. Though there are mentions of occasional dim lighting, the overall guest consensus highlights the estate’s meticulous cleanliness and well-kept grounds, ensuring a pleasant visit.
The exceptional staff at De Leeuwenhof Estate is a significant contributor to the welcoming atmosphere, earning praise for their friendliness and warmth. The owners, Tessa and her team, are commended for their attentiveness and kindness, ensuring guests feel right at home. The inviting environment extends to the pool area, where the clean and inviting facilities provide a refreshing escape. Families particularly appreciate the warm waters perfect for small children, coupled with the beautifully designed surroundings that enhance the overall leisure experience.
Overall, De Leeuwenhof Estate offers guests a remarkable experience characterized by comfort, tranquility, and exceptional service, making it an ideal choice for anyone seeking an enjoyable and memorable stay.
Boutique-style Guest House
Offers luxurious guesthouse accommodation with attention to detail and personalized service. The estate provides a tranquil environment, perfect for a relaxing getaway in the Paarl region.
Guest House near Vineyards
This estate guesthouse provides a luxurious and intimate vineyard experience. Guests can enjoy the tranquility of the vineyards, participate in wine-related activities, and appreciate the elegant accommodations.
Guest House for Honeymoon
De Leeuwenhof Estate offers lovely rooms and excellent service. The tranquil environment and attention to detail create a romantic and relaxing atmosphere for honeymooners. The estate provides a perfect base for exploring the surrounding attractions.
Romantic Guest House
De Leeuwenhof Estate provides a charming guesthouse experience with beautiful gardens and a tranquil atmosphere, perfect for a romantic getaway. The serene setting enhances the sense of intimacy and relaxation.
Guest House with Swimming Pool
Features a swimming pool. It offers a tranquil environment for guests seeking a relaxing getaway.
Outdoor Pool
Guest House with Parking
This estate offers the highest level of parking convenience with both free self parking and valet parking available. Guests can also benefit from safe and secure parking on the premises.
Small Guest House
Located on a picturesque estate, De Leeuwenhof offers a charming guesthouse experience. Its setting and personalized service create an intimate and cozy atmosphere for guests seeking a tranquil retreat.
4-Star Guest House
Housed in a Dutch-style working farm, this estate provides a luxurious guesthouse experience with vineyards and fruit trees. Guests can expect genuine hospitality.
Historic Guest House
Year erected: 1698
What is the history of the property?
Still is a fruit farm since 1714
Still is a fruit farm since 1714
What was the era and/or the architectural style in which the property was built?
Est 1714 cape Dutch style
Show more...Est 1714 cape Dutch style
Guest House Taking Steps Towards Sustainability
Guest House with Outdoor Pool
Guest Reviews
Nestled amidst a lush guava plantation, De Leeuwenhof Estate offers a serene escape on the outskirts of town, just five minutes from Paarl. The beautifully maintained estate combines rustic charm with modern comforts, featuring tastefully converted outbuildings that house spacious and clean accommodations. Guests can unwind by the stunning pool area or at the inviting pool bar, while the estate's peaceful setting makes it an ideal base for relaxation and excursions.
The location is not only aesthetically pleasing but also strategically positioned, providing easy access to nearby vineyards and the highway, perfect for those wishing to explore the renowned wineries of the region. Families are warmly welcomed at this charming, family-friendly hotel, complete with an excellent restaurant and exceptional service from the dedicated staff. The beautifully green and spaciously designed surroundings add to the estate’s appeal, making it a superb choice for travelers seeking tranquility and a perfect start to their holiday.
At De Leeuwenhof Estate, breakfast is a highlight of the guest experience, with numerous reviews praising its quality and ambiance. Guests frequently describe the breakfast as exceeding expectations, featuring a delightful selection of fresh fruits and various egg options. The atmosphere enhances the meal, often enjoyed on a terrace with pleasant surroundings or in a cozy area with a warm fire. Many found the breakfast not only delicious but also healthy, with especially noteworthy fresh fruit salads and juices.
Despite the overall positive feedback, some reviewers noted room for improvement, finding the breakfast repetitive or somewhat minimalistic at times. Service was generally commended, although a few guests suggested it could be more attentive. Nonetheless, the friendly staff and excellent meals were commonly appreciated, making breakfast at De Leeuwenhof Estate a memorable part of the stay for most visitors.
Dining at De Leeuwenhof Estate is a delightful experience that stands out in guest reviews. Guests praise the high quality of the dinners, often highlighting the unique set menu offered each night. The food consistently receives accolades for being delicious, nicely presented, and of excellent quality. While the in-house dining might seem on the expensive side by South African standards, European visitors find it reasonably priced, particularly given the excellent price-to-quality ratio.
Guests appreciate the opportunity to savor local wines, often promoted by the owners, enhancing the dining experience. The owner's family adds a personal touch by offering homemade dinners, contributing to the warm atmosphere. Dining options are flexible, allowing guests to enjoy meals on a covered terrace or around the fire, and special occurrences like a delicious Christmas Eve dinner or an amazing BBQ evening enrich the overall charm.
The attentive staff shows genuine interest in making the dining experience memorable, and the varied menu keeps guests engaged. Dinner at De Leeuwenhof Estate truly becomes the highlight of many visitors' stays, thanks to the exquisite food, welcoming ambience, and the unique culinary activities that create unforgettable evenings.
De Leeuwenhof Estate offers a tranquil stay with its historic charm, providing spacious and well-furnished accommodations that guests have found to be both comfortable and cozy. The estate's apartments and cottages are particularly noted for their size, maintaining a rustic yet inviting ambiance. Guests appreciate the peaceful atmosphere, complemented by a lovely restaurant area set by the pool, adding to the overall serene experience.
The rooms, many of which are situated in older buildings kept in great condition, boast generous space and tasteful decoration, aligning well with expectations for a comforting stay. Cleanliness, especially in the bathrooms, has been highlighted positively, contributing to the overall comfort of the accommodations.
While there are occasional mentions of areas being dimly lit or slightly dated, the general consensus points to a well-appointed estate. Spaciousness and quietude are evident, with rooms offering a somewhat soundproof experience, enhancing the tranquility that guests value during their stay.
De Leeuwenhof Estate consistently impresses guests with its impeccable cleanliness and meticulous upkeep. From spotless accommodations to beautifully maintained grounds, visitors can expect a pristine environment throughout their stay. Rooms and cottages are noted for being spacious, clean, and comfortable, contributing to a sense of security and relaxation. The clean and inviting pool area, complemented by comfortable sun loungers, enhances the overall experience with its family-friendly atmosphere. Attentive and friendly staff contribute to the relaxed ambiance, leaving guests feeling well cared for. Despite a few concerns about noise and temperature in the cottages, the general consensus highlights the estate’s well-kept and organized nature, ensuring a pleasant and enjoyable visit.
Nestled in a picturesque setting, De Leeuwenhof Estate boasts an atmosphere that is both welcoming and vibrant, largely due to its exceptional staff. Guests consistently praise the friendliness and warmth of the team, with descriptions ranging from super friendly to exceptionally welcoming. The owners, Tessa and her staff, are frequently noted for going the extra mile to ensure every guest feels at home. Their kindness and attentiveness shine through as they strive to fulfill every need with efficiency and care.
The estate exudes a personal touch, enhanced by its stunning surroundings, which are filled with trees and greenery. The staff's hospitality extends beyond typical service, creating a warm and inviting environment that guests cherish. Dining at the estate is an equally delightful experience, with a fantastic restaurant offering excellent food in a cozy outdoor setting by the poolside.
Overall, visitors to De Leeuwenhof Estate are treated to a warm welcome and can expect to be looked after by a team of extremely kind and helpful staff, making the entire experience one of comfort and enjoyment.
The swimming pool at De Leeuwenhof Estate is consistently praised for its inviting and clean facilities. This beautiful oasis provides a refreshing escape from the day's heat, making it an ideal spot for guests to relax and unwind. The pool area is beautifully designed, complemented by comfortable sunbeds for soaking up the sun in style. Access to a bar and restaurant nearby ensures that refreshments are readily available, enhancing the leisurely experience. Families find the pool area especially suitable with warm waters perfect for small children, along with spacious grassy areas that allow babies and toddlers to enjoy themselves. Whether looking for a serene getaway or a refreshing splash, the pool at De Leeuwenhof Estate stands out as a highlight of any stay.
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Location
The location is not only aesthetically pleasing but also strategically positioned, providing easy access to nearby vineyards and the highway, perfect for those wishing to explore the renowned wineries of the region. Families are warmly welcomed at this charming, family-friendly hotel, complete with an excellent restaurant and exceptional service from the dedicated staff. The beautifully green and spaciously designed surroundings add to the estate’s appeal, making it a superb choice for travelers seeking tranquility and a perfect start to their holiday.
Breakfast
Despite the overall positive feedback, some reviewers noted room for improvement, finding the breakfast repetitive or somewhat minimalistic at times. Service was generally commended, although a few guests suggested it could be more attentive. Nonetheless, the friendly staff and excellent meals were commonly appreciated, making breakfast at De Leeuwenhof Estate a memorable part of the stay for most visitors.
Dinner
Guests appreciate the opportunity to savor local wines, often promoted by the owners, enhancing the dining experience. The owner's family adds a personal touch by offering homemade dinners, contributing to the warm atmosphere. Dining options are flexible, allowing guests to enjoy meals on a covered terrace or around the fire, and special occurrences like a delicious Christmas Eve dinner or an amazing BBQ evening enrich the overall charm.
The attentive staff shows genuine interest in making the dining experience memorable, and the varied menu keeps guests engaged. Dinner at De Leeuwenhof Estate truly becomes the highlight of many visitors' stays, thanks to the exquisite food, welcoming ambience, and the unique culinary activities that create unforgettable evenings.
Rooms
The rooms, many of which are situated in older buildings kept in great condition, boast generous space and tasteful decoration, aligning well with expectations for a comforting stay. Cleanliness, especially in the bathrooms, has been highlighted positively, contributing to the overall comfort of the accommodations.
While there are occasional mentions of areas being dimly lit or slightly dated, the general consensus points to a well-appointed estate. Spaciousness and quietude are evident, with rooms offering a somewhat soundproof experience, enhancing the tranquility that guests value during their stay.
Cleanliness
Staff
The estate exudes a personal touch, enhanced by its stunning surroundings, which are filled with trees and greenery. The staff's hospitality extends beyond typical service, creating a warm and inviting environment that guests cherish. Dining at the estate is an equally delightful experience, with a fantastic restaurant offering excellent food in a cozy outdoor setting by the poolside.
Overall, visitors to De Leeuwenhof Estate are treated to a warm welcome and can expect to be looked after by a team of extremely kind and helpful staff, making the entire experience one of comfort and enjoyment.
Pool
Yes, De Leeuwenhof Estate has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Outdoor Pool.
No, a spa isn't available at De Leeuwenhof Estate.
No, De Leeuwenhof Estate doesn't allow dogs.
Yes, parking facilities are available at De Leeuwenhof Estate.
No, De Leeuwenhof Estate doesn't have a gym.
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