Merindol Manor

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Scored 9.4
Rated superb

Staff

9.9

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About this property

Elegant Accommodation: Merindol Manor in Riebeek Wes offers a 4-star bed and breakfast experience with a swimming pool, sun terrace, and lush garden. Guests enjoy free WiFi, a bar, and a variety of dining options. Comfortable Amenities: The property features private check-in and check-out, a lounge, and family rooms. Additional facilities include a games room, outdoor seating, and picnic areas. Free on-site parking is available. Delicious Breakfast: A variety of breakfast options are served, including continental, American, buffet, and full English/Irish. Local specialities, fresh pastries, and fruits enhance the morning experience. Convenient Location: Located 91 km from Cape Town International Airport, Merindol Manor is near attractions such as Malmesbury Golf Club (27 km) and De Oude Kerk Museum Tulbagh (43 km). Hiking and cycling activities are available.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, American, Buffet

  • Free private parking available on-site

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Guests who stayed here loved

Fiona
South Africa South Africa
“Nestled in a picturesque garden, this elegantly decorated guesthouse offers breathtaking views of the beautiful Riebeek Valley mountains. We were warmly welcomed and treated to a fabulous breakfast. Just a stone’s throw from the charming town of...”
Alison
South Africa South Africa
“Vincent is an amazing host who regales stories of the valley while he prepares an outstanding breakfast featuring fresh produce grown in the orchards! The beautiful historic manor is ideally situated and the gardens are wonderful to explore...”
Sarah
South Africa South Africa
“Outstanding breakfast! From the Yoghurt & fruit, to the Fresh breads, cheese, meats, the quality main breakfast & incredible coffee served!”
Piers
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Atmospheric, old Manor home, with history and old world charm and comforts.”
Inna
Russia Russia
“Beautiful hotel with many tiny details. Very stylish. Friendly manager Vincent. Great recommendations for restaurants.”
Clive
South Africa South Africa
“Vincent is a fantastic host. Breakfast was magnificent. Beautiful comfortable rooms”
Martina
South Africa South Africa
“Excellent, peaceful accommodation, beautiful garden and nice breakfast outside the room”
Olivier
South Africa South Africa
“Everything was exceptional... Excellent accommodation, beautiful views , friendly staff. Much more than we expected.”
Kesiree
South Africa South Africa
“Very good location Friendly and accommodating staff”
Sandra
South Africa South Africa
“Beautiful old period guesthouse Our room was spacious and bathroom superb Friendly,engaging host.Gave good advice on area /local town ect Breakfast was very good”

Managed by Vince

Company review score: 9.9Based on 80 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Your hands-on host at Merindol Manor is the affable Vincent. After 17 years in the banking world of Geneva, London and Luxembourg, he founded a tourism business in his homeland of Belgium. Vince moved to South Africa in 2016 and loves to share his passion for travel, cycling, good food and wine with his guests.

Property information

Merindol Manor is one of the oldest heritage homes in the picturesque wine and olive producing Riebeek Valley in the heart of the Swartland, about an hour’s drive from Cape Town in South Africa. Once a stately family home, now a lovingly restored boutique guesthouse, Merindol Manor has landscaped gardens, its own olive grove and freshly-picked fruit and vegetables from its bountiful gardens. Breakfast eggs are collected from the fluffy hens each morning. The four spacious double rooms have crisp white linen and en-suite facilities. Each room has a mountain, pool or garden view. There is WiFi throughout and the Manor’s Littlest Library is lovingly stocked with both French and South African literature, including comic books for small people. Your hands-on host at Merindol Manor is the affable Vincent. After 17 years in the banking world of Geneva, London and Luxembourg, he founded a tourism business in his homeland of Belgium. Vince moved to South Africa in 2016 and loves to share his passion for travel, cycling, good food and wine with his guests.

Neighbourhood information

Riebeek Valley is in the wine-producing Swartland – a region known for its world-class Shiraz and award-winning Chenin wines. The valley is also home to a host of independent olive oil producers. The luxury guesthouse is the perfect hub to explore the surrounding regions such as the quaint fishing village of Paternoster on the West Coast which is a 45 minutes drive away, the lush winelands of Stellenbosch and Franschhoek, also 45 minutes away and then the rugged Cederberg mountains which is an hour’s drive away. And then it’s only an hour to the city of Cape Town and the V&A Waterfront for the bustling city experience. Return at the end of the day to the peaceful Manor an authentic Swiss fondue prepared by Vince. Merindol is the place to relax, explore the local restaurants and wineries and enjoy a peaceful time in the scenic countryside.

Languages spoken

English,French

Property surroundings

House rules

Merindol Manor takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 18:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 10:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 1 year
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 150 per child, per night
Cot upon request
Free
2 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 150 per child, per night
13+ years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 250 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Merindol Manor in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travellers, during dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be cancelled on arrival.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.