Val du Charron Wine & Leisure Estate is a refined wine-estate escape set in the heart of the Bovlei Valley, where dramatic mountain scenery, centuries-old winemaking traditions, and relaxed countryside living come together. Just ten minutes from Wellington and less than an hour from Cape Town, the estate offers an ideal balance of seclusion and accessibility in the Cape Winelands.

With a winemaking heritage dating back to 1699, Val du Charron is a working 42-hectare estate featuring vineyards, olive groves, and a 400-ton cellar producing award-winning wines enjoyed around the world—yet best savored right where they are made. Guests can enjoy these wines at one of the estate’s two restaurants or from the privacy of a balcony overlooking the vines and the Hawekwa Mountains.

Accommodation ranges from comfortable 4-star Guest House rooms to the exclusive 5-star Coach House Suite and Manor House. The Guest House offers 40 spacious rooms with king, queen, or twin beds, private bathrooms with showers, and beautiful views of the gardens, vineyards, or mountains. A generous buffet breakfast is included, setting the tone for relaxed days in wine country.

Dining is a central part of the Val du Charron experience. The Grillroom delivers a contemporary take on traditional South African cuisine, with a menu inspired by fire, earth, and sky—featuring premium beef, game, seafood, boerewors classics like bobotie, and vegetarian options, all perfectly paired with estate wines. For a more casual atmosphere, Pizza Vista serves popular pizzas and pasta dishes, with family-friendly touches such as an outdoor play area and splash pad for children.

Beyond food and wine, the estate invites guests to slow down or get active. Explore the Wild Boar Trails by foot or bike, relax beside the pool with a book and a chilled glass in hand, or simply take in the panoramic views that define the Bovlei Valley. Blending historic character with modern comfort, Val du Charron Wine & Leisure Estate is a place to unwind, indulge, and create lasting memories in the timeless rhythm of the Winelands.