Glamping Stanford Hills
LOCATION: Whale Coast
Indulge in delicious local food and wine while glamping at Stanford Hills. The camp is set on a boutique wine farm in Stanford, at the foothills of the Klein River Mountain range, a 15-minute drive from Hermanus and can be reached from Cape Town in two hours.
The farm also produces Proteas and Pincushions, which are endemic to South Africa, so from August through November the farm is filled with these colourful blooms.
The charming town of Stanford is overlooked by the Klein River Mountains. It is famous for its award-winning eateries and has an eclectic mix of art galleries, breweries, and wine farms, all with fantastic views of this valley area. Stanford is near Hermanus, considered one of the best whale watching destinations in the world and a treat for the adventurous as there are mountain biking trails, horse riding, shark cage diving and boat cruises, all within the area.
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Accommodation is all about boutique glamping, where guests can experience the freedom and beauty of the great outdoors, without compromising on the comforts they love. The custom-designed boutique glamping tents are spacious and fully furnished with excellent kitchens, comfortable bedrooms (two separate bedrooms), and large showers.
Stanford Hills has 10 glamping tents (Up to 5 guests per tent). Tents and properties are suitable for close friends, couples, and families. The custom-designed boutique glamping tents are fully furnished with everything you need for a comfortable stay – from the fitted kitchens to the spacious showers.
Meals form a special part of any holiday in South Africa. Stanford Hills Boutique Camp offers delectable locally sourced breakfast and braai (BBQ) baskets for guests to cook in their fully equipped kitchens or on the braai. For those who prefer not to prepare their own meals, The restaurant, The Tasting Room, is set above a dam with views over the Stanford Valley. The restaurant has a reputation for laid back fun, with the emphasis on fresh and inventive food of an exceptionally high standard.
The farm offers horse riding, hiking and even whale watching by air in a small airplane which takes off from the farm’s private landing strip. You can also have a swim in a farm dam, try your hand at fishing, or simply lie in bed and listen to the birds.
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