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Lanzerac: A Heritage Stellenbosch Landmark

By Inside Guide • 23 July 2026

The third-oldest farm in Stellenbosch (founded in 1692, just a decade after the town itself), and the first to commercially bottle pinotage, Lanzerac is a majestic slice of Cape history and Jonkershoek scenery, and a quintessential Winelands landmark. Surrounded by beautiful manicured gardens, the heritage estate blends old-world charm with contemporary luxury and has many delights to explore.

Lanzerac Hotel

The old farm buildings, which were built over 334 years ago, have been carefully converted into a gracious five-star hotel offering 54 rooms and suites. These blend the grandeur of their rich history with modern comfort and luxury, each individually decorated with antiques, plush textiles and art, and most opening out onto patios and gardens, while the suites also have a private hot tub or pool each. With tree-filled gardens, two swimming pools on the estate and access to the spa’s pool/hydrotherapy facilities, it’s a serene place to unwind.

A stay includes breakfast (with bubbly) in the Manor Kitchen, a wine-tasting and cellar tour, and a free shuttle service into town. The concierge can also book nature outings in the Jonkershoek Valley; plus a variety of history and art tours in Stellenbosch, adventure activities and helicopter flights to make the most of your stay.
Cost From R8 800 per room per night
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Lanzerac Spa

The estate’s award-winning spa, overlooking the vineyards and mountains, offers exquisite hydrotherapy, with a glass-walled conservatory-style indoor heated pool and jacuzzi, sauna and steam room, and outside deck with loungers to soak up some vitamin D. With eight treatment rooms, offerings include massages, beauty therapies, rasul rituals and NeoQi Mediq Cocoon hydrotherapy treatments.

The spa’s food offering is part of the holistic treat – the Vitality Corner’s menu includes smoothies, bowls and delectable sushi, and you can even enjoy a glass of wine or bubbly as you watch the sunset.
Opening times Daily, 9am – 6pm
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Tasting Room and Deli

Lanzerac produces three ranges, with wines including heritage limited releases, a pinotage rosé and cap classique. Sip and swirl the wines in the elegant lounge or out on the oak-shaded verandah overlooking the vines – two tastings are offered, and a wine-and-chocolate-truffle pairing, along with cellar-door sales. This space has evolved into a multi-purpose hub, where you can enjoy gourmet sandwiches, all-day breakfast, homemade deli treats and bakes, or unwind with a glass of wine and a platter in the lounge – in front of a fireplace in winter. It also has workstations with wireless mobile charging.
Good to know Join the Wine Club for exclusive offers throughout the year.
Opening times Daily, 8am – 7pm (winter until 5pm, or 6pm on Friday + Saturday)
Cost Jonkershoek Tasting: R130 (five wines)
Heritage Tasting: R330 (3 wines, including cap classique)
Wine & Chocolate Pairing: R260
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The Manor Kitchen

The flagship restaurant’s name reflects its ethos – special yet welcoming. Large leaded windows make it light and airy by day; by night, it’s super romantic dining beneath the glittering chandelier and star-shaped ceiling detail. Chef Stephen Fraser’s menu leans into fine dining, inspired by the seasons and local ingredients – even more so on Friday and Saturday nights, when you can enjoy his seven-course Experience Menu. Also on weekends, an à la carte (long, lazy, wine-soaked) Sunday lunch is served, and in the tradition of all fine hotels, there’s a classic Afternoon Tea service on Saturday. Vegan and vegetarian dinner options are available.

Good to know The seven-course Experience Menu costs R1 200 per person; the Afternoon Tea is R420 per person (or R520 with bottomless bubbly).
Opening times Dinner: daily, 6pm – 10pm
Sunday Lunch: 12pm – 3pm
Afternoon Tea: Saturday, 2pm – 5pm
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The Taphuis

This is Lanzerac’s more rustic, country-style option for a meal, with stone walls, brick floor, exposed rafters, yellowwood furnishings and an age-old wooden bar counter with many a story to tell. The Taphuis serves gourmet pub grub, a great selection of steaks and sharing plates, best enjoyed in the courtyard in summer with garden views. There is also a children’s menu (including fantastic milkshakes), making it a great choice for a family visit.

Good to know The Craven Lounge, a cocktail and spirits bar open from 5pm, offers a Gentleman’s Tea (on Saturday), plus a whisky-and-food pairing tasting experience.
Opening times Taphuis: Daily, 12pm – 10pm
Gentleman’s Tea in Craven Lounge: Saturday, 2pm – 5pm
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Water-tasting

A rare chance to explore the terroir of water, this is an educational guided water-tasting in the elegant library, led by one of only two certified water sommeliers in South Africa. Explore the nuanced world of fine water and how it can transform both food and wine, through premium still and sparkling waters sourced from across the globe.
Cost R350
Opening times Monday – Friday, 9.30am – 7.30pm
Saturday + Sunday, 9.30am – 3.45pm