the cottage in the valley, Riebeek Kasteel

Entire cottage in Riebeek-Kasteel, South Africa

  1. 6 guests
  2. 3 bedrooms
  3. 4 beds
  4. 1 bathroom
Rated 4.88 out of 5 stars.96 reviews
Hosted by Pierre
  1. Superhost
  2. 14 years hosting

Listing highlights

Top-rated by guests from United Kingdom

100% of guests from United Kingdom rated this home 5 stars in the past year.

Dive right in

This is one of the few places in the area with a pool.

Self check-in

You can check in with the building staff.
This gorgeous 3-bedroomed cottage nestled in the winelands and olive groves of the Riebeek Valley offers an intimate getaway for a family or close friends - and their furry companions. The old barn and stable of the neighbouring farm has been redesigned by architect Bertie Schreuder. We’ve changed the shape of things while honouring their heritage. You’re now invited to enjoy this fully-equipped hideaway a short 45-minute scenic drive away from Cape Town - but a whole world apart.

The space
The interior is a fabulous surprise. A playful and sophisticated mix of local and international, vintage and contemporary art, cushions, furniture, lighting and throws. So, you can look forward to inherited and high-street pieces placed alongside Laguiole cutlery, Wonkey Ware crockery, textiles from Barrydale Handweavers and rugs and soft furnishings from the Verandah Collection by Fibre Designs. Not only is it a great space in which to relax and catch your breath - there’re two dedicated work stations and uncapped wifi to keep you working comfortably, if you must.

The outdoors is a delight. With inspiration and advice from the landscaper Henk Scholtz, we've embarked on creating an edible garden and orchard that rolls down to the vlei where our land meets the vineyards with the Kasteelberg beyond.

To cool off in the hot summer days you have your own inviting plunge pool and umbrella outside, while there are fans and air-conditioning inside. And for those chilly winter evenings there’s the snug open hearth in the living room and oil heating throughout.

Where you'll sleep

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What this place offers

Garden view
Mountain view
Kitchen
Wifi
Dedicated workspace
Unavailable: Carbon monoxide alarm
Unavailable: Smoke alarm

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4.88 out of 5 stars from 96 reviews

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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for cleanliness

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for accuracy

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for check-in

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for communication

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars for value

Where you’ll be

Riebeek-Kasteel, Western Cape, South Africa

At the edge of the village, the cottage is discreetly set off a dirt road between a farm and the surrounding vineyards.

Meet your host

Superhost
312 reviews
4.87 out of 5 average rating
14 years of hosting
My work: Self Employed designer of Contemporary hand-woven floorware (www.fibredesigns.co.za)
Speaks English and French
I fancy myself as a fun-loving, inquisitive, creative & outdoors sort of person. Yet I also enjoy the more refined things that are to be enjoyed through travel, art and culture.

Pierre is a Superhost

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Co-Hosts

  • François

Host details

Response rate: 100%
Responds within an hour
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Things to know

House rules

Check-in after 15:00
Checkout before 11:00
6 guests maximum

Safety & property

Carbon monoxide alarm not reported
Smoke alarm not reported
Pool/hot tub without a gate or lock

Cancellation policy