Annandale Wines – Stellenboach, Western Cape

There is something wonderfully special about staying on a wine farm rather than simply visiting one for the day. How utterly peaceful it can be to wake up in the morning and be surrounded by vineyards, mountains, and the peaceful sounds of the countryside.

When you stay on a wine farm, there is the promise of wine tasting, good food and beautiful scenery ahead. You can wander around and simply enjoy a glass of wine and watch the sun sink behind the mountains. That’s what you get at Annandale Wines in Stellenbosch, one of the oldest farms in the Helderberg Valley. The farm has a distinctive character, especially because of its strong focus on red wines and its more relaxed, authentic farm atmosphere.

In 1688, Simon van der Stel granted Jan Wismaar ownership of the farm “Annandale,” then known as Brakelsdal.

But let’s take a look at what this amazing working wine farm offers:

• The winemakers here have won endless local and international awards
• Today they are still crafting premium red wines
• Farm shop
• Annandale is said to be the oldest farm in the premium red-wine-producing Helderberg Valley
• A manor house was built in the mid-1700s, and a cellar – still standing today
• Forty-five hectares of vineyards, planted to Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, and Shiraz
• The farm invites you to enjoy time under the trees while enjoying Annandale Wines and cuisines
• Their braais take place at the wine tasting area. For more information, contact them on 021 007 5779 or info@toevlug.co.za
• Food and Wine pairing celebrations – great for any kind of celebration
• Toevlug Restaurant
• Accommodation is offered in their 3-bedroom cottage – perfect for families or groups
• There’s a fully equipped kitchen, bathroom, lounge and dining area with a built-in braai, as well as a large lawn and a huge verandah. Wonderful gardens and views await you.

Annandale invites you to come to the vineyards, stay for the mountain views, good food and relaxed farm atmosphere.