The Manor House: The rambling old home, famed for its wooden sprung floor in the lounge where waltzes, foxtrots and every imaginable dance were enjoyed, has had nine luxury en suite bedrooms prepared for the guest lodge. The spacious rooms, incorporating part of the extensive corridor of the original homestead, provided adequate internal space for all this renovation without altering the external façade. Thus the tranquil proportions of the exterior have been retained, with the original wooden window frames and gables all intact from a century ago.

Enjoy scrumptious breakfasts before going on excursions for the day, or order lunch and lounge at the pool. For the more active, you can enjoy fishing, and swimming in the dam across the road, walks through the vineyards. Or why not take a donkey cart ride?

After a long day dinners will be served on request in either the dining room or out on the deck.

Accommodation

The farmhouse on Excelsior Wine Estate, with the characteristic elegance of the Victorian era and embellished with impressive chimneys and Cape Dutch gables, reflects the essence of the haute couture and affluence of the Ostrich Feather boom of the early 1900s.

Recently restored under the guidance of fourth generation owners Freddie and Kathy de Wet, Excelsior Manor Guesthouse consists of nine luxurious country suites each named after famous thoroughbreds and hackneys previously bred on Excelsior Estate. All rooms incorporate the style and graciousness of yesteryear with the comfort and convenience of modern living.

Rates (per person sharing)