Hazendal Wine Estate: Top 10 Things To Do at this Farm Near Stellenbosch

Hazendal’s long heritage in the Bottelary Hills area of the Stellenbosch Winelands resonates in the Cape Dutch manor house and historic farm buildings, which have been around since it was founded in 1699. But Hazendal also has its feet firmly planted in the present, with a wealth of talent in the cellars, kitchen, art gallery and gardens guiding the estate forward to a sustainably-minded future… and creating a diverse range of offerings to suit every interest. Here are 10 reasons to visit:

A wonderful wine-tasting lounge

Hazendal’s Wine Lounge is one of the most stylish tasting venues around, set in the original 19th-century cellar. The space is furnished with plush couches and armchairs arranged around a central circular fireplace. Talented cellarmaster Kiara Scott Farmer has created two new wine collections since she joined the estate in 2025, the Bottelary Hills and the Estate Collection, bringing a vibrant and beautifully balanced energy to the tastings. Cheese and charcuterie platters are available to accompany the tasting.
Cost R155 (Reserve flight: 4 wines)
R300 (Connoisseur’s tasting: 4 wines)
Opening times Monday – Sunday, 10am – 4pm
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Terroir-to-table dining at Siyalima

At Siyalima, the estate’s restaurant in a historic barn with alfresco tables on the terrace, the kitchen team leans into the land, looking to the abundant harvest garden before shaping the menu. Its generous plates of refined bistro fare make the most of each season’s bounty, with fresh, pickled and preserved ingredients adding depth to the dishes. Think slow-roasted pork belly with steamed cabbage, compressed apple and pickled fennel; chargrilled linefish with samp risotto, marinated aubergines and harissa-butter sauce; and herb-crusted kudu loin served with potato dauphinois, poached pear and cassis sauce. A varied menu offers something for every occasion, from steak frites with triple-cooked chips and a peppercorn sauce to spinach and ricotta agnolotti with roasted pumpkin and amasi and caper sauce. Brunch favourites include creamy avocado with quinoa and grilled tenderstem broccoli, strawberry crêpes with vanilla Chantilly, and the Siyalima hash brown with wild garlic aioli, crispy bacon and Parmesan. The pâtisserie counter offers freshly baked croissants, salted caramel cronuts, Basque cheesecake and a cake of the day.
Opening times Tuesday, Wednesday + Sunday, 8am – 7pm
Thursday – Saturday, 8am – 10.30pm
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Live music, cocktails and brunch at Marks

Relaxed elegance defines Marks, a dining lounge nestled between the Wine Lounge and Hazendal’s working wine cellar. Breakfast and brunch offer a relaxed start to the day, while the varied menu, cocktails and Hazendal wines set the tone for leisurely dining. From Friday afternoons to Sunday, Afternoon Tea is accompanied by live piano, while the evening entertainment programme features M.A.D.D Fridays and The Listening Room on Saturday evenings, showcasing local musical talent.
Opening times Monday – Sunday, 8am – 9pm (breakfast served until 12pm)
Afternoon tea: Friday – Sunday, 2.30pm
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Fynbos-infused wellness at the Spa

An intimate space for grounding and deeply relaxing treatments steeped in African botanicals, the spa is a delightful escape for restorative wellness. In a historic farm building adjoining the boutique hotel with views over the farm dam and vine-clad hills, there are two treatment pergolas on the deck beside the dam, two indoor treatment rooms, a hammam and a nail studio. The thoughtful signature treatments are designed to enfold you in fynbos aromas and indigenous botanicals, grounding you intentionally in the South African landscapes as you unwind. Pure bliss!
Good to know There is a spa menu for children (age 6 – 13 years)
Cost From R1 490 for a 60-minute massage
From R1 590 for a 60-minute facial
R4 500 for the Fynbos Ceremony (210 minutes – apothecary, hammam, massage, facial)
Spa menu
Opening hours Daily, 8am – 7pm; winter until 6pm
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Wonderdal for the kids

This state-of-the-art edutainment centre is the first of its kind in South Africa, combining advanced technology and physical activities to create an innovative space for children aged 5 to 13 years. Not just a playground but an exercise in immersive fantasy exploring the worlds of science and nature, Wonderdal is designed to make children feel part of a story. As they explore, they will be accompanied by the Amuki, the virtual inhabitants of Wonderdal who love to pop up unexpectedly from their secret corners.
Good to know Booking essential. On weekends (10am – 4pm) there’s an all-day Food Truck outside Wonderdal, serving fresh sandwiches, light bites, the signature waffle and sweet treats. Opening times Monday – Sunday, 9am – 5pm
Cost R100 – R210 (depending on day and duration)
Contact 021 205 5624, [email protected]
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Glorious gardens + leisurely picnics

Sweeping indigenous gardens are the vision of landscape designer Leon Kluge (the botanical mastermind behind the gold-medal-winning “Life After Fire” installation at the Chelsea Flower Show, where Hazendal was one of the supporters). An enchanting wilderness of winding paths invites exploration; the botanical character of the Cape expressed in swathes of colour and texture. Explore the productive harvest garden, lily ponds and rose gardens, or book a picnic and find a spot on the lawns to soak up the scene with a bespoke wicker basket filled with a succession of fresh seasonal eats (many made with ingredients from the Harvest Garden).
See the picnic menu
Times Monday – Sunday, 10am or 1pm
Cost R395 (basket for one)
R175 (kid’s basket)
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Contemporary South Africa expression at Hazendal Gallery

South Africa’s art landscape is another thread of the Hazendal experience. Curated exhibitions in the gallery in a historic building on the werf celebrate emerging and re-emerging South African and African contemporary artists, with new exhibitions every few months. You’ll come across sculpture and art at every turn as you explore the estate, and if you want to know more you can book a guided art walk exploring the extensive private collection.
Good to know A collection of classic cars fills a glass-walled pavilion behind the gallery, each vintage vehicle a masterpiece in its own way.
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A tranquil overnight stay

Arranged around a garden courtyard and swimming pool, the contemporary boutique hotel at Hazendal is a peaceful enclave that feels slightly secluded, but is just a step away from the plethora of activities on the farm. With views either over a farm dam and vine-clad hills or into the tranquil garden courtyard, it’s a beautifully comfortable base from which to explore the Stellenbosch Winelands.

The lodgings 22 Superior rooms (with balconies and courtyard garden views), nine Luxury rooms (with views over the dam and Bottelary Hills) and three suites.
Sleeps 2 (+ optional folding bed for 1 child)
Cost From R6 000 per room per night
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Golfing for all ages

Hazendal boasts an 18-hole par-3 golf course, where you can enjoy a game amid beautiful Winelands scenery. It’s superbly designed, with glistening water features, indigenous trees and pockets of local vegetation. A maximum of four players is permitted per tee time, and golf gear can be rented. In the late afternoon, visitors can grab a quick four-hole game, plus there’s a 270-metre driving range to perfect your swing (with the aid of state-of-the-art tracking tech) and virtual golf (where you can enjoy a round on world-famous courses).
Good to know The 27-hole Kleine Hazen putt-putt course is ideal for family outings. There’s also a playground, giant chess, picnic areas and a coffee kiosk. And there’s a Padel court too.
Players can retire to the Golf Bar for drinks and casual eats.
Cost R300 per player; R145 (ages 19 – 24); R130 (ages 18 and under)
R50 for 4 holes
Driving range: R45 – R130 (depending on the number of balls); virtual golf from R90
Putt-putt: R70 (ages 5 – 17); Free (ages 4 and under); R290 (family of four + R50 per extra child)
Opening times Monday, 8am – 6pm
Tuesday – Saturday, 7am – 6pm
Sunday, 7am – 5.30pm
Contact 021 206 8537, [email protected]
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Celebrations and events

An enchanting white garden is perfectly landscaped for open-air weddings and celebrations with a tree-lined avenue framing long tables. Then there are versatile conference venues in the hotel ballroom and the grand hall. And the classic car pavilion for launches and shoots.
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This is a wine estate with its historic roots firmly planted in the soils of Stellenbosch, but one which is constantly reinventing itself. There is always something new and exciting to discover here in the Bottelary Hills…

Good to know Bookings are essential for any of the activities on the estate. While walk-ins will be accommodated if possible, it is better to book to avoid disappointment. Hazendal is also a cashless property.
Contact 021 903 5034, [email protected]
Where to find it Ronelle Street, via Kruis Street, off Bottelary Road, Stellenbosch

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