Wildekrans Country House****

Wildekrans Country House is an authentic historic homestead (1811) in the dramatic mountains of Houw Hoek. Appreciate the contemporary South African art while indulging in delicious country food. Walk the art and fynbos trail into the Kogelberg Biosphere.

Area Info

Elgin is a large, lush area of land, circled by mountains, in the Overberg region of South Africa. This broad upland valley lies about 70 km southeast of Cape Town, just beyond the Hottentots Holland Mountains to the west and the Groenlandberg Mountain in the east, both of which form a part of the Kogelberg Biosphere Reserve
An abundance of wine farms are on your doorstep, as well as the Blue and Green Mountain Trail, the Elgin Railway Market and Cape Canopy Tours.

Units and Rooms

Art Room

Guests: 3
Max Adults: 2

This funky & fun room is eclectically furnished & filled with bits of contemporary South Africa. King/twin bed/s with great bedding. Underfloor heating for cool winters, bath & separate shower, art books & tv.

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Birch Cottage

Guests: 4

Authentic Cape cottage. Dramatic garden & mountain views, bordered by Birch trees. Two en suite rooms separated by kitchenette. King/twin beds, antique furnishings. Second room doubles as living area with tv & dining. Outdoor dining & BBQ on verandah.

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Garden View

Guests: 2

This softly furnished room has the best views of the garden and swimming pool. Traditional four poster bed with great bedding contrasted with modern art. Writing table and tv. This room is the owners' favourite & makes for a tranquil & rejuvenating stay.

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Mountain View Suite

Guests: 2

Our spacious suite includes a balcony, traditional four poster bed and living room with fireplace, library and tv. Enormous views of the dramatic mountains with private breakfasts in the living room make for a real getaway.

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