A winter staycation at The Doolhof Country House.
Gather your favourite people and escape to the quiet of the Winelands this season. Our Country House offers seven beautifully appointed rooms, with two guests per room, making it the perfect setting for a proper getaway or slow winter weekend with friends.
Spend your days enjoying wine tastings, long walks and mountain hikes, private horse riding, relaxed moments on the terrace, and unhurried lunches at Mila Restaurant.
A place to slow down, reconnect, and enjoy winter the way it should be! Book today: /the-doolhof-country-house/
The horses are part of the heart of the farm.
If you’ve visited before, you’ll definitely know Toffy - our much-loved pony who has a way of making everyone stop, smile, and stay a little longer.
You’ll find them grazing peacefully in the paddocks just in front of the Country House, living slowly, exactly as farm life should be. There’s something really special about wandering over to say hello, watching them move through the fields, and just taking a quiet moment for yourself.
It’s simple, it’s grounding… and it’s all part of the experience here.
Book your winter stay at the Country House this winter
Misty mornings, moody afternoons… and nowhere else you’d rather be than in the mountains🤍
At the Country House, the slower days are the ones you remember most.
Cuddled up on the couch with a good book, a board game on the table, and a glass of red in hand… all while the fire gently crackles in the background.
It’s about switching off, settling in, and soaking up the stillness of the valley.
Book your winter stay at the Country House this winter
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Winter at the Country House offers a quieter kind of beauty.
Crisp air, layered mornings, and the freedom to explore the farm at your own pace - wrapped in something warm, with views that feel entirely untouched🤍
It’s a season that invites you to slow down, move gently, and reconnect with both nature and yourself.
Whether it’s a considered escape with friends, a family retreat, an intimate celebration, or simply time away on your own, winter lends itself to a more meaningful stay.
Discover the season with us🍂
Book your stay via our website
Vanessa & Alexander 🤍
Eine Hochzeit auf einem Weingut und das mitten in den Weinbergen von Südafrika 🥹 Einfach traumhaft schön und eine Kulisse, die man nicht vergisst! Vanessa sah dabei einfach wunderschön aus 🤍
Ihr Kleid: clean, schlicht und trotzdem so elegant…genau die perfekte Wahl für diesen besonderen Ort. Und das Beste? Es war tatsächlich das letzte Kleid, das sie bei uns anprobiert hat 🤫 Ein ganz besonderes Kompliment bleibt uns auch im Herzen. Für Vanessa ist unsere Brautblüte in Düsseldorf das schönste Brautgeschäft 🤍 Danke dafür! Liebe Vanessa, lieber Alexander, wir wünschen euch von Herzen alles Liebe für eure gemeinsame Zukunft ✨
Bride: @vanessa_slgr
Location: @thedoolhof
Photo: @kusjkaduplessis
Planning: @laurenkelzweddings
Dress: @ariamobridal
BRAUTKLEID
LIEBE
HOCHZEIT
BRAUTBLÜTE
REALBRIDE
Winter doesn’t wait - and neither should you.
From 1 July to 31 August 2026, The Doolhof Country House is opening the door to a slower, softer kind of escape - think red wine, deep rest, mountain views, warm hospitality, and the kind of quiet you only realise you needed once you’ve arrived.
Choose between our One Night Escape or Two Night Retreat, both designed to make winter feel like something worth leaning into.
This offering is only available for a limited time, and once the season passes, it passes.
So if you’ve been craving a proper break, this is it.
Bookings are now open via our website
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Do not wait for the “we should have booked that” moment.
A little behind the scenes 📷 from a beautiful Easter weekend wedding at the country house.
With our guests staying on the farm, every celebration feels intimate, relaxed and exclusive from start to finish!
We loved the pops of orange and blue against the natural beauty of the estate - such a special moment before the “I do’s”
*COMPETITION CLOSED*
Your next escape is closer than you think — and your @cottononbody bestie is coming too 🌿✨
We’ve partnered with @standard_beauty , @thedoolhof , @salomon_sa and @drnk.matcha to curate the ultimate wellness experience for one lucky winner and their favourite person, valued at R40,000.
Here’s what awaits you
👟 @salomon_sa performance footwear & socks
🌸 @standard_beauty product bundle
🍵 @drnk.matcha merchandise
🍷 A 2-night stay for two at @thedoolhof , nestled in the Cape Winelands
🏃♀️ A @cottononbody wardrobe worth R10,000
Because the best moments in life are always shared with someone who just gets it. 🤍
TO ENTER:
1️⃣ Follow @cottonon_africa + all tagged brand partners
2️⃣ Like this post
3️⃣ Tag the person who deserves this escape as much as you do 👇
Competition closes 11:59pm SAST, Thursday 16 April 2026. T&Cs apply. SA residents. Travel not included.
As summer shifts and the farm moves into a new season, everything is beginning to feel a little different.
The vineyard leaves are changing, the air is getting a little cooler, and there’s something really special about this time of year. Autumn is a season we really love on the farm and we are very excited to welcome the new season soon!
With Easter coming up, it’s a lovely time to plan a visit - whether that’s for a picnic, a wine tasting, a meal at the restaurant, or a stay at our Country House or Africamps.
There’s plenty to enjoy, and we’d love to welcome you.
Visit us at Doolhof:
It’s the details you don’t notice in the moment… but never forget after 🤍
Ari & Auke’s decor at Doolhof Wine Estate — every element carefully chosen, yet effortlessly felt.
From the textures to the tones, everything came together to create a space that felt as real as the day itself.
Captured as it happened — and delivered within 24 hours ⚡️
Because the small details deserve to be remembered too.
What’s one detail you’d never want to forget from your wedding? 👇
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Captured by @aboutyesterdayfilms
Vendors who made this day incredible:
Venue: @thedoolhof
Videography + Photography: @secondlukefilms
Coordinated by the incredible: @mosaicweddings
Florals / Decor: @foxandco_ct
Catering: @taste_ateljee
Music / DJ / Zulu Dancers: @shoutmc
Hair & Makeup: @yolandedt
Light, chairs bar & dance floor: @authenticplanning
Content Creator: @aboutyesterdayfilms
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