Accommodation in Stellenbosch - Rusthuiz Guest House, Stellenbosch, Western Cape

Rusthuiz Guest House Guest House, B&B Accommodation   Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa

On entering the large lounge, one is struck by the relaxed mood it enhances, the antiques and glistening mirror above the fireplace. We will welcome guests with drinks or cocktails in the summer and dispel the cold winter nights.

The seven en-suite double rooms combine unique and luxurious style with authentic space. Every possible need willbe cater for to ensure total relaxation. These include the serving of delicious country breakfasts and light lunches on request, in the dining room, on the patio or by the swimmingpool.

Covenient close to the hustle and bustle of the historic town centre, we also offer our guests a range of relaxing activities and site seeing tours.

Rusthuiz is situated 600m from the centre of town - easy walking distance from many historical buildings, museums, cinemas, restaurants and the university.

Atmosphere, ambience, attention to detail and personal service is what makes this Guest House very special!

We can also arrange transfers from or to Cape Town International or any where else.

Accommodation & Facilities
Each of the seven en-suite bedrooms are furnished with air-conditioning, colour remote cotrol television, mini-bar, hairdyer, telephone and tea/coffee making facilities, a safe and working desk. Two of the en-suite rooms are available with private balconies, which provide view over the garden as well as Stellenbosch's mountains

Outdoor Facilities
For the more energetic guest an early morning walk or run and a swim in the pool. Health club facilities, tennis courts and squash courts as well as horse riding can be arranged. The anventurous are also provide for with helicopter rides or hot-air ballooning over the mountains. Should one prefer to keep feet firmly on the ground, hiking tails and foorpathsthrough the surrounding mountains will keep one enthralled. Golf enthusiasts are sure to find the surround courses a challenge.
Other Outdoor Activities:
Wine Tastings
Mountain Biking
Swimming
Robben Island

Cultural & Historical interest    
On 6 November 1679 the newly appointed Governor of the Cape, Simon van der Stel, discovered a river running through a fertile, green valley. This was the first river he croosed on his journey from Cape Town and that is why he named it the Eerste (First) River. He decided to established a settlement here and named it after himself - Stellenbosch.
In 1685 grapes were planted in the fertile valleys and soon Stellenbosch became the cnetre of the wine industry.