Guest
House in the Vineyards of Montagu, Klein Karoo/Route 62 South Africa
Montagu
Vines Guesthouse
2 Tanner Street
Montagu
Route 62/Western Cape
South Africa
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Montagu
Vines is situated in the historic conservation area of Montagu. The main
farmhouse was built between 1900 and 1910 and reflects the early Victorian-influenced
Karoo-styled farmhouses of that period.
The garden
rooms overlook the wine-producing vineyard and compliment the stately main
house. We offer our guests a taste of old-fashioned comfort and luxury
in the town of Montagu on the world famous “Route 62”.
You
can relax in the splash pool set in the tranquil gardens with magnificent
old oak and milkwood trees. Alternatively, you could lounge on the lawns
with glorious views of the vineyards and surrounding mountains, sipping
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Guests
can otherwise simply relax in the cosy lounge with a book from our library.
Montagu
Vines is just a stroll away from the centre of Montagu with its amenities
that cater for all tastes and interests. There are restaurants, bistros,
historic churches and tranquil gardens for the visitor to enjoy.
Montagu Vines is the perfect place for those intimate weekends, birthdays,
and anniversaries or as a stopover whilst discovering “Route 62” and all
it has to offer.
You
may be lucky and see the “resident” owls perched in the old oak tree or
meet one of the big tortoises in the vineyard that visit from the adjacent
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The
Rooms
Montagu
Vines offers 5 garden rooms and 2 rooms in the main farmhouse (separate
entrance with own patios).
The
tastefully decorated garden rooms include a fireplace and are en-suite
with a verandah that overlooks the garden and vineyard with the spectacular
mountains as a backdrop.
The
2 rooms in the main farmhouse combine old world charm with modern en-suite
facilities.
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All
rooms at Montagu Vines have television, heated towel rails, hair driers,
a welcome tray with tea and coffee, a bowl of fruit and a complimentary
carafe (Beverley Dawn Chenin Blanc) of wine produced from the grapes of
our vineyard.
In
the morning a full breakfast is served in the main farmhouse. This
consists of a buffet and cooked breakfast. This is a feast of fresh fruit
in season, yoghurt, homemade muesli and cereals, cold meats, cheese, freshly
baked rolls and croissants, fresh fruit juice followed by your choice of
eggs, bacon, tomatoes and mushrooms.
Please
note that smoking is only permitted outdoors and children should be over
12 years of age.
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Route
62
Route
62 is the historical route, which was the main link between Port Elizabeth,
the Garden Route and Cape Town before the N2 highway was built.
It
not only offers a 70km shorter option between Cape Town and Oudsthoorn
with less trucks and motor traffic, but also runs through the most beautiful
mountain passes, alternated by typical Klein Karoo vegetation, vineyards
and fruit orchards. It passes through beautifully preserved villages where
it seems as though time has stood still. These villages include Barrydale,
Ladismith and Calitzdorp.
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What
Montagu and its surrounds have to offer
The
quaint village of Montagu lies nestled between two mountains in western
Kannaland. It was once known as “Agter Cogmans Kloof”. A unique rural atmosphere
distinguishes Montagu as one of the best-preserved late Victorian villages
in the Cape. It is strategically situated between the Garden Route and
Cape Town.
The
weather is perfect – far enough South to escape the heat of the “Klein
Karoo”; yet far enough North to get away from the long wet winters of the
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In
winter the days are warm and sunny with the occasional hint of rain. Spring
Season brings a kaleidoscope of colours. From October one can expect long
sunny days, with the fragrance of roses drifting on the air, and warm balmy
evenings.
The
area offers a rich history – the most interesting museums being the Montagu
Museum, Joubert House (the oldest local house), the British Fort, the old
Mission Church and the natural gardens in the village.
The
healing powers of the Hot Springs healing have been enjoyed for over 200
years. The water is a continuous flow through the complex. Day visitors
are most welcome (7 days a week).
The
Robertson, Ashton and Montagu wine routes are close by. Some of the most
well known wine farms are:
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Van Louvren
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Graham
Beck
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Zandvliet
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Weltevrede
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Uitvlucht
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Bloupunt
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Rietriver
There
are a variety of footpaths to choose from – “Lovers Walk” which passes
the vineyard of Montagu Vines is ideal for that early morning stroll. You
may come across Tortoises, Guinea fowl, “Dassies” (Rock Hyrax), Egyptian
Geese and the odd Baboon or small Buck.
Montagu
also offers the following activities in or around the village
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Tennis,
Squash and Bowls
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9 Hole
Golf course
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Rock climbing
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Fishing
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Bird watching
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Game Reserves
(Sonbana which has the big 5).
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Neil Burgers
tractor ride to the summit of the Langeberg (with the optional “potjiekos"
as a must)
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Walks
and Hiking
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Hot Springs
(Avalon Springs is situated 3kms out of the village)
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Horse
riding
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4x4 Routes
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Quad Bike
trails
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Mountain
Biking
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Mount
Eco Reserve
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