Reviews of Vineyard Views Country House
59 Main Street (Opp Corner of Main/Hoof & Heuwel Street, 7300 Riebeek-Kasteel, South Africa
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Reviewed: 14 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewDelicious particularly the mushroom kirch
A heater in the bedroom would not have been out of place
Reviewed: 14 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewBreakfast was exceptional
Reviewed: 15 November 2024 · Stayed in November 2024
Verified reviewThe food was amazing. Better than the local restaurants we did visit. Super attentive hosts that we had some good chats with...highly recommended if you want something that's a level up from any other B&B.
Reviewed: 14 November 2024 · Stayed in November 2024
Verified reviewThe quality of hosting and friendliness surpasses every other venue we've stayed in. The food is brilliant - a different gourmet experience at each breakfast, afternoon tea and canapes. The location on the edge of Riebeek Kasteel makes for a safe & pleasant stroll into town. The vineyard views with mountainous backdrop are a pleasure to behold. The garden & pool & outside seating areas are perfect.
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Reviewed: 30 September 2024 · Stayed in September 2024
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Verified reviewCentrally located at beautiful setting and view. Beautiful house, very comfortable and stylish rooms. Exceptional food, world class service. Knowledgeable hosts.
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Reviewed: 24 March 2024 · Stayed in March 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 10 March 2024 · Stayed in March 2024
Verified reviewGareth was the most amazing host. Not only was the accommodation comfortable and tastefully decorated, there were some lovely touches - afternoon tea, canapés and the most complete breakfast. We will be back
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You are too kind. Thank-you for the lovely review and we do hope you will visit us again soon. Kind Regards, Gareth & Grant
Reviewed: 28 February 2024 · Stayed in February 2024
Verified reviewThe views were a thrilling surprise. Sunset over the mountains in the distance was spectacular. The attention to small details from our host was wonderful. Amazing setting, rooms lovely and well thought out. Host Gareth was charming and such an amazing chef. He couldn’t do enough for us. Afternoon tea with homemade cakes and drinks and canapés laid on. Nothing was too much trouble. Breakfast was top class too. Gareth and his staff were kind and we will definitely be back
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You are too kind! It was wonderful to meet and host you and your family. We look forward to your return in the near future and we cannot thank you enough for the very kind and generous words. Fondest Regards, Gareth & Grant
Reviewed: 18 December 2023 · Stayed in December 2023
Verified reviewSuper friendly people and everything was perfect. Perfect spot for a weekend out of CT
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Thanks for the very generous review Uys
Reviewed: 20 November 2023 · Stayed in November 2023
Verified reviewThank-you the very kind and generous review. Hope you visit us again soon. Kind Regards, Gareth
Reviewed: 1 September 2023 · Stayed in August 2023
Verified reviewWe loved everything! From the hospitality to the accommodation,wonderful breakfasts, teas and canapés and drinks. Gareth is an amazing host. Makes you feel so welcome. A very special place. Service outstanding.
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It was lovely to meet you and Robin and we hope the rest of your break in the Cape will be restful and relaxing. Thank-you so much for the generous and gracious review. Hope to see you again soon. Kind Regards, Gareth & Grant
Reviewed: 31 August 2023 · Stayed in August 2023
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Verified reviewEverything was beyond Exceptional!! We left Vineyard Views guesthouse with the mindset of having enjoyed a Six Star establishment. Gareth went above & beyond with everything that he did for us during our stay. Besides the breathtakingly beautiful setting and gardens, the breakfasts, afternoon tea & cake and canapes at dusk were simply outstanding... We truly felt like we were in a Masterchef kitchen based on the standard of each and every meal placed in front of us. This in one gem that has to be experienced to be appreciated. Everywhere else we stayed paled in comparison.
Nothing at all.. Everything was just perfect, from the luxury of the guest suite to the communal areas and gardens/pool setting. There is simply nothing to criticise at all.
How do we respond to such a humbling, kind and very generous review. We have no words to express how humbled and thankful we are for your very kind words. Thank-you
Reviewed: 16 April 2023 · Stayed in April 2023
Verified reviewIt cannot get any better than this, we absolutely LOVED everything! From the moment you arrive, you are spoiled. The guest house is stunning with interesting art and decor. The garden and the views are out of this world. There is so much attention to detail and it is clear that everything offered is done with passion. The quality of the coffee and the home-baked cake was some of the best we ever had. We were also most surprised by the delicious canapes served at 17h00, which we enjoyed with a gin & tonic. Life cannot get any better than this :) The bedroom was dreamy and super comfortable. Once again everything supplied was of the best quality and one could not help but feel spoiled. We also enjoyed the homemade fudge surprise waiting in the fridge :) We will definitely return every time we come back to South Africa!
NOTHING! Our stay was too short.
Dear Johan & Perine, Thank-you for lovely and kind review. It was lovely to meet you and that we could be part of Johan’s birthday celebration and host you at Vineyard Views Country House. Kind Regards, Gareth & Grant
Reviewed: 4 April 2023 · Stayed in April 2023
Verified reviewWe were totally spoiled, from the moment we arrived we were served delicious delicacies in the most beautiful ways. Breakfast was an absolute treat always something different not just your regular bacon and eggs.
The accommodation was comfy and clean, beautifully decorated, such attention to detail.. even little homemade sweets in the fridge, which were replenished daily. There really was nothing we didn't like!
We are so humbled by your praise Jacqueline. It was wonderful to meet you and Bruno and we look forward to your next visit with us. Fond Regards, Gareth & Grant
Reviewed: 4 March 2023 · Stayed in March 2023
Verified reviewFantastic hosts and beautiful location. Perfect place to stay in Riebeek-Kasteel.
Thank-you so much for your support and the very kind and generous review. We hope we get to see you again soon. Kind Regards, Gareth
Reviewed: 22 February 2023 · Stayed in February 2023
Verified reviewBeautiful facilities and wonderful hosts.
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It was our absolute pleasure to meet you and host you. We hope to again soon. Kind Regards, Gareth & Grant
Reviewed: 13 January 2023 · Stayed in January 2023
Verified reviewReviewed: 26 December 2022 · Stayed in December 2022
Verified reviewA true boutique hotel . Beautiful decor Bedroom/ bathroom was excellent. Breakfast was really good. Ask Gareth to cook an evening meal for you …. a real treat !
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Dear Tony, You are too kind. Thank-you Kind Regards, Gareth