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Summerwood Guest House

28 Jonkershoek Road Mostertsdrif, Stellenbosch 7600 South Africa
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If you’re looking for that rare blend of contemporary comfort and old-fashioned hospitality, Summerwood Guesthouse is the perfect base from which to explore the soulful town of Stellenbosch and surrounding winelands. This late-Edwardian grand dame was built in 1904 and has since been creatively renovated to cater for the cosmopolitan tastes of the modern traveller. With its large swimming pool and location in a leafy suburb of Stellenbosch, Summerwood has become the go-to choice for visitors looking for something less formal than a hotel, but more luxurious than your run-of-the-mill guesthouse. The eight spacious rooms boast upmarket finishes and are tastefully decorated in neutral tones, while nice extras like bicycles with which to explore the charming town, air-conditioning, free WiFi, and secure off-street parking make it hard to compete with Summerwood in terms of value for money. This family-run guesthouse is a lush haven for the sophisticated traveller that seamlessly integrates the privacy and comfort of a guesthouse with the professionalism of friendly, efficient service. We are ideally situated in the JSRA Jonkershoek special rates area which provides additional security to the neighbourhood.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Free breakfast
Bicycle rental
Bicycles available
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Outdoor pool
Breakfast available
Special diet menus
Patio
Board games / puzzles
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Sun deck
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jnn wrote a review Oct 2022
San Francisco, California24 contributions6 helpful votes
I very much enjoyed my 7-day stay and highly recommend this place. Fiona and team welcome and treat you with warmth and professionalism. By the time you leave, it feels as though you’ve stayed with friends. Roomy cozy rooms, beautiful garden with a nice pool and great breakfast that include multiple choices. Everything is impeccably maintained. I attended a theater festival at venues all over Stellenbosch and found that I could get anywhere within approximately 10 minutes while being removed from the busyness of the main drag. Will definitely stay here again!
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Date of stay: October 2022
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Karen Nel wrote a review Oct 2022
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Summerwood is definitely a place to relax and unwind with professional service always close on hand. The host is always friendly and willing to assist with any queries you might have. I am a return visitor time and time again. Its close to the heart of Stellenbosch but quiet enough to relax after a busy day. Always a pleasant and welcoming stay. 10/10!! A real home from home environment!
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Date of stay: October 2022
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Responded 20 Jan 2024
Thank you so much for this lovely review, our aim is always to provide a relaxing home away from home for our guests and this means so much coming from one of our 'return guests' as you say!
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Sherpa42847083920 wrote a review Oct 2022
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we were so pleased with chose to stay at Summerwood. great location, quiet, spacious, bright. And, in Fiona, a warm and generous-spirited hostess with an eye on everything, and ideas at the ready. I cant imagine how this place can be beaten.
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Date of stay: September 2022
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Responded 20 Jan 2024
Thank you for your very kind words. I am always happy to help our guests and am delighted when recommendations work well for my guests as well! Take care, Fiona
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Divan wrote a review Aug 2022
Durban North, South Africa81 contributions11 helpful votes
Comfortable one of the best spots I have stayed. The host is wonderful and the service is so heartwarming and authentic. The rooms are excellent and the coffee stations and other services are next level. Don’t even bother to look elsewhere if you looking to visit the area!
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Date of stay: August 2022
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Responded 20 Jan 2024
Thank you so much for your lovely review. It's always so nice to know that our guests appreciate all the small touches and our teams dedication to our guests.
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Alistair J wrote a review May 2022
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This is such a wonderful place to stay set in its own bit of heaven, the bedroom was perfect, the bed so so good, the breakfast off the charts and the welcome and hospitality was so so warm. Hospitality at its best. Thank you Fiona for making our time so very special.
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Date of stay: May 2022
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Candice E wrote a review May 2022
Durban, South Africa8 contributions2 helpful votes
Luxury and hospitality meet at Summerwood! Our family stay was epitomized by the wonderful hospitality and helpfulness we received from Fiona and her staff. They welcomed our family and accommodated us wherever we needed and nothing was too much trouble. Fiona really went the extra mile. The luxurious rooms were a treat - gorgeous linen, aromatic bath products and tea and pod coffee stations (including fresh milk). Breakfasts were delicious.
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Date of stay: May 2022
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Brad Phillips wrote a review Apr 2022
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We looked extensively for the right place to stay in Stellenbosch and stumbled upon this gem. Our stay far exceeded our expectations. It was beautiful, the staff were friendly, and the food was incredible. The only negative was that we had to leave... Thank you, Fiona! We will definitely be back...
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Date of stay: April 2022
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Katharina wrote a review Apr 2022
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The Summerwood Guesthouse is very nice. We were welcomed very nicely and had a great view of the mountains around Stellenbosch in the top room. The bed was very comfortable and the room spacious. The bathroom was very well maintained. The breakfast was prepared individually and was very tasty! In addition, one morning we found a little Easter surprise outside our room door :) The guest house is perfect for exploring the wineries. Very happy we will come again.
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Date of stay: April 2022
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Louise B wrote a review Apr 2022
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From the moment we arrived Fiona made us extremely welcome. Everything was fantastic from the breakfast to the sumptious beds and linens. We stayed for 4 nights and Fiona was very obliging and made reservations for dinner for us at the local restaurants. The bunnies in the gardens were an added bonus. So relaxing watching them. We had the most relaxing time here which was made even better by the excellent hostess. We would definitely recommend this Guest house and would come back here again.
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Date of stay: March 2022
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Responded 20 Apr 2022
Thanks for this great review Louise, I really enjoyed getting to know you all during the course of your stay at Summerwood and I am delighted to hear that you felt relaxed and at home with us... that is always our aim. Take care and we hope you can join us again next year Fiona
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Eugenie R wrote a review Apr 2022
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Love staying in this beautiful Guest House every time I am in Stellenbosch. Convenient and picturesque location, comfortable bedrooms and well decorated public areas. Easy parking. Breakfast of a high standard in the picturesque garden. Highly recommended.
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Date of stay: March 2022
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Response from , Owner at Summerwood Guest House
Responded 20 Apr 2022
Thank you so much Eugenie - it is always our pleasure having you stay with us and we really appreciate you sharing your wonderful feedback on this platform! We will see you very soon! Fiona and Paulet
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PRICE RANGE
HK$899 - HK$1,142 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
FORMERLY KNOWN AS
Summerwood Boutique Hotel
LOCATION
South AfricaWestern CapeStellenbosch
NUMBER OF ROOMS
8
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