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Savour a stay at spier estate

- Physical Address: R310 Stellenbos­ch. Tel: 021 809 1100. Email: info@spier.co.za. Website: http://www.spier.co.za/hotel.

THE Spier Hotel stands on historic Spier wine farm in the heart of the Stellenbos­ch winelands, just 20 minutes from Cape Town Internatio­nal Airport.

Village-style buildings, lush, green lawns and spacious rooms next to the calming Eerste River are the defining characteri­stics of the fourstar hotel.

The design is reminiscen­t of the Bo-kaap or Mediterran­ean villages where pedestrian­s have right of way.

The hotel is a pioneer in responsibl­e tourism and was one of the first in South Africa to be awarded the Fair Trade in Tourism South Africa accreditat­ion in 2004.

In 2011, a Condé Nast Traveller World Saver Award recognised the estate as the top internatio­nal destinatio­n, “Doing it All”.

In 2015, Spier was voted 18th on the Condé Nast Traveller 2015 Readers’ Choice Awards list of the top 25 hotels in Africa.

It was awarded gold at the

African Responsibl­e Tourism Awards in 2016, in the category of Best for Accommodat­ion for Responsibl­e Employment.

Rolling lawns, beautifull­ytended gardens and walkways connect the rooms with the reception area, lounge, bar, terrace and restaurant.

The decor features a sophistica­ted, vibrant style with strong colours, patterns and textures, and a collection of art that explores contempora­ry South African culture.

The hotel rooms are spacious, with a focus on simplicity, quality and comfort.

Every room includes original artwork, making each individual.

You can choose between signature rooms, signature garden terrace rooms, signature river-facing rooms and suites.

Located upstairs in the villagesty­le buildings, the signature rooms are light, airy and sun-filled. They are tastefully appointed and feature large, comfortabl­e beds and original artworks from the Spier Collection.

The en suite bathrooms incorporat­e a generous-size bath and a separate shower.

In keeping with the Spier sustainabi­lity ethos, mini bars are energy-efficient and showerhead­s are water wise.

Signature garden rooms have direct access to the pool and garden, as well as to an intimate, shaded outdoor patio where you can unwind with a glass of the estate’s awardwinni­ng wine.

The rooms are decorated in a calm, neutral colour palette with warm, wooden furniture and splashes of vibrant colour.

They feature king-size comfortabl­e beds and more original artworks from the Spier Collection.

The en suite bathrooms have separate showers and large baths.

Signature riverside terrace rooms offer direct access to the gorgeous gardens, with views of the Eerste River and Helderberg mountains.

Their private patios are perfect for savouring a glass of Spier wine in the tranquilli­ty of nature.

There are five suites, all individual­ly designed and decorated.

The two upstairs suites have stunning views of the mountains and river.

The ground-floor suites both open on to the gardens, with a private area featuring comfortabl­e daybeds, inviting an afternoon doze with a book.

All the suites feature topquality linen in the bedrooms and comfortabl­e sofas in the lounge areas, with original artworks by contempora­ry South African artists.

THE WINTER PACKAGE INCLUDES:

Wholesome breakfasts at the hotel, crafted by fine chefs.

Lunch at Eight – Spier’s renowned farmto-table restaurant.

A signature wine-tasting at the Tasting Room.

A pampering treatment at the Spier Spa. Two nights in a signature room at Spier Hotel.

During your free time, explore the farm on foot, by bike or by Segway – or simply curl up with a good book by the inviting fire!

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