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visitors since 17.02.03
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Situated in a quiet cul-de-sac, you can decide whether you want your stay to be a social affair where good company
and top quality South African wines will be prevalent, or you will have the option of peace and quiet, sipping
sundowners on your private deck, overlooking the beautiful garden and the majestic mountains.

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The Beautiful West Guesthouse caters for individual travellers as well as small groups.
We also accommodate families with children. Somerset West Guesthouse endeavours to
provide the best possible level of service at affordable rates to all guests.

  1. Secure off-road parking. 
  2. Braai area.
  3. Super swimming pool. 
  4. Spacious mysterious garden.
  5. Laundry facility.
  6. Airport pick-up and drop off.
  7. Car rental, directly from the guesthouse.
  8. Special arrangements for individuals and small groups.
  9. Different kind of special tours can be arranged.

 

It is easy to find The Beautiful West Guesthouse: 

 

GPS coordinates

Latitude: -34.063872
Longitude:  18.835625


From Cape Town or the Airport
  1. From Cape Town or Cape Town International Airport, take the N2 Highway in the direction of Stellenbosch/Somerset West.
  2. Continue on the N2 until EXIT 43, the sign says R44, Stellenbosch and Broadway Blvd. Take into consideration that most street names are down on the curbs!
  3. Turn left towards Stellenbosch and R44; continue on R44 up to the first traffic light (Main Road) where you turn right towards Somerset West.
  4. Continue up to the next traffic light, (Helderberg College Road) and turn left. Continue up the hill and pass a 4-way stop.  Approx 300 meters after the 4-way stop you will have number 136 Helderberg College Road on your right hand side. The sign will say  "Somerset West Guesthouse".
  5. Drive into the gravel road up to the gate. You have arrived at our very special Guesthouse - Welcome! 
  6. Call us on the intercom so we can let you in. You can also call us on +27 (0)21-855 1576
 
From Stellenbosch
  1. From Stellenbosch you drive south on R44 towards Somerset West and Strand. 
  2. Approx 14 km from Stellenbosch you will reach Somerset West. And right after you pass the 80 km/h sign you turn left into “The  Old Stellenbosch Road”. The sign also reads “Helderberg Estate”. Take into consideration that most street signs are down on the curbs!
  3. Drive on up to a small circle and drive right through it until you reach a 4-way stop.
  4. At the 4-way stop you turn left on to “Helderberg College Road”. Approx 300 meters after the 4-way stop you will have number 136 Helderberg College Road on your right side. The sign will say  “Somerset West Guesthouse”.
  5. Drive into the gravel road up to the gate. You have arrived at our very special Guesthouse - Welcome! 
  6. Call us on the intercom so we can let you in. You can also call us on +27 (0)21-855 1576 .
Area Information

Half an hour’s drive from bustling Cape Town, historical Somerset West is located in a superb mountain environment at the foot of the Helderberg. Overlooking majestic False Bay, this visually stunning town gives access to Sir Lowry’s Pass, which crosses the Hottentots Holland mountains into the Overberg and then onto the abundant Garden Route. 

   
The town has a colourful history after Lord Charles Somerset in 1820. As recently as 1970, its population was no more than 20,000 but it has since expanded greatly to become a highly desirable national and international holiday and retirement destination.

                                                
 
The renowned warm water beaches of Strand and Gordon's Bay are within a few minutes driving distance and Somerset West is the ideal starting point for many daytrips into Cape Town and surrounds including Stellenbosch, Franschhoek and Hermanus. The town is situated in the heart of the famous Cape Winelands.



                                                 

Somerset West now has the amenities of a premier holiday resort and a large shopping mall with over sixty outlets has all the necessary conveniences.
The sorrounding area boasts a number of famous farms and the area is renowned for its state of the art golf courses of which the most famous is the Gary Player-designed Erinvale Golf Estate. Many good restaurants are located in the vicinity and world-class medical services are offered at a first-rate private hospital, allowing the holiday seeker all the luxuries, along with the simple lifestyle required to fully unwind.

 

Weather

Lying between the Indian and Atlantic Oceans, Somerset West and Cape Town enjoys mild winters and pleasant summers. Summer temperatures in December to February range from around 15 to 27 degrees Celsius (60 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit), while in the winter months of June to August average temperatures are between 7 to 20 degrees Celsius (45 to 70 degrees Fahrenheit). Rainfall is predominately found during the winter months with occasional accompanying windy spells, while refreshing sea breezes allow diversion from the summer heat.

 

Surrounding

Welcome to the heart of the famous Winelands!
The wine region is synonym for the diversity of the Cape region. Only a 30 min drive from Cape Town International Airport you will find Somerset West. We will show you an area with impressing mountains, green vineyards, culinary stops at famous wine farms or small hot tips. Every visitor will find their own favorite highlight. Traditional wine villages like Franschhoek, Paarl or Robertson are in the direct neighborhood of Somerset West.A lot of different trips are possible and easy to organize: A Wine tastings, Cape Town e.g. Alfred & Victoria Waterfront with Table Mountain, hiking and walks, trout fishing, guided round trips, bike and mountain bike tours, Golf, endless beaches, city and museum tours, Abseiling and Bungee, whale watching, theatre and festivals. Or start here, in Stellenbosch, your trip along the Garden Route. Our in-house travel agent can arrange everything for you without any additional costs to you.

Distances:

  • Ca. 120 vineyards around Stellenbosch (15 Min drive)
  • Various excellent restaurants
  • Several golf courses in Somerset West, more than 10 around Somerset West (max. 1h drive)
  • Beaches, chic and crowded or lonely and romantic (1´-20 Min drive)
  • Airport (30 Min drive)
  • Franschhoek (45 Min drive)
  • Whale watching in Hermanus (45 Min drive)
  • Cape Town Waterfront (45 Min drive)
  • Nature reserve for hiking and Mountain Biking (20 Min drive)  

Stellenbosch


Stellenbosch is just 20 minutes drive away and has a very nice historic city centre with an endless choice of cafes and romantic restaurants where you can relax in the shadow of the big oak trees. Stellenbosch was founded in 1679 and is the home of a famous university. About 24.000 students
make the historic town a very lively experience for visitors. Feel the vibe!

 
Of course we also offer museums, galleries, a small botanical garden; something for everybody.


 

 

Cape Town

And of course.......the view from Table Mountain
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