| Le Pommier is located on part of the historical,
300 year old Zorgvliet farm, which in 1692 was first granted to one Casper Wilders
(an Austrian mercenary soldier previously in the employ of the Dutch East Indian
Company), in 1703 Johannes Mukder, the first Landdrost of Stellenbosch, acquired
the farm.
An extract from an historical note written on the back of the
original title deed in 1703 reads “This place was picked out by the Dutch
Government of past times…and is well known to be in situation, richness
of soil, comfort of buildings and all other respects as one of the best places
in the district”
Situated at the heart of the Cape’s most prized vineyards
and export fruit region, the part of the farm on which Le Pommier now stands once
comprised an apple orchard from which the French name “Le Pommier”
or “The Apple Tree” is derived.
Accommodation
Le Pommier is a small, intimate Cape lodge
where each of the six suites has been individually appointed to the highest standards
of charm, elegance, and sophisticated comfort - in an exclusive and tranquil setting,
far from the madding crowd.
Facilities include secure shaded parking,
daily laundry service, twelve hour room service, twenty-four hour, eight channel
satellite television, conference and secretarial services.
Other exciting daily activities include
photographic safaris, golfing, mountain trailing, trout fishing, horse riding,
walking, mountain biking and jogging.
After a day of sightseeing and exploring,
cool off in our crystal clear garden pool, then simply sit back and savour the
very atmosphere that creates Le Pommier.
Activities
On your arrival or prebooked, we can tailor make tours for
your requirements
Cape Peninsula and Cape Point
A Full Day Tour of the Cape Peninsula visiting Cape Point.
Boulders Beach with their Penguins and a stop at Simonstown.
Cape Town - Table Mountain and Waterfront
A full day tour
Informative tour through Cape Town City (Visit to Parliament can be arranged).
After that we will travel with the cable car to the top of Table Mountain. (weather
permitting). Ending the day at the vibrant Waterfront.
Winelands Tour
A full day tour
Travel inland and experience the grandeur of our wine estates. Taste wine and
cheese at some of the Capes most beautiful Winefarms. Here you will be able to
buy wine at estate prices. Tours at Port and Brandy cellars can also be arranged.
Hermanus
A full day tour
Following the beautiful coastal road via Gordons Bay en route to Hermanus, the
best place for whale watching. On return we visit Hamilton Russels vineyards and
drive through beautiful apple country and the historic Sir Lowry's Pass
Golf Days
Specialised golf days can be arranged at beautiful courses
like the famous Erinvale (Somerset West), Stellenbosch, Royal Cape and many others.
Flyfishing at Dewdale
Full or half day
Varied fishing conditions ranging from weeded chalk streams, deep flowing riverside
environments to still water dams, provide enjoyment for both the novice and the
experienced fly fisherman. General advice is always available. Professional tuition
can be provided and rods are available for hire.
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