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Blue Gum Country Estate

4.0 star property
Victorian country house with free breakfast and an outdoor pool

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Manor House Deluxe Suite | Living area
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Garden
Food and drink

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

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Blue Gum Cottages

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
  • 4000 sq ft
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 10
  • 3 King Beds and 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Mountain View Cottage

Mountain View Cottage

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 861 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 1076 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Mountain View Family Cottage

Mountain View Family Cottage

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 1076 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
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About the area

Map
Portion 3 Klein Kloof ERF 660, R326 Road, Stanford, Western Cape, 7210

What's nearby

  • Phillipskop Mountain Reserve - 9 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Walkerbay Estate and Birkenhead Brewery - 9 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Panthera Africa Big Cat Sanctuary - 17 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Hermanus Beach - 26 min drive - 33.5 km
  • Grotto Beach - 26 min drive - 34.2 km

Getting around

  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 94 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ou Meul Bakery & Farmstall Stanford - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Salon Stanford - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Zesty Lemon - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Graze Slow Food Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Searles - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Blue Gum Country Estate

Upscale family-friendly country house by the river
Consider a stay at Blue Gum Country Estate and take advantage of free full breakfast, game and wildlife viewing, and a terrace. Adventurous travelers may like the horseback riding and cycling at this country house. The on-site international cuisine family restaurant, Campbells Peak Restaurant, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and garden views. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a playground.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, an outdoor tennis court, and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Multilingual staff, meeting rooms, and coffee/tea in the lobby
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as separate sitting areas and bathrobes, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Deep soaking tubs, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels and DVD players
  • Balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and separate sitting areas

Languages

Afrikaans, English, German, Xhosa

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 40 km
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Campbells Peak Restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Game viewing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Library
  • Mountain biking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 floor
  • 4 buildings
  • Built in 1998
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 300.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for ZAR 200.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 1500 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 500
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: ZAR 200.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 300.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

Blue Gum Country Estate
Blue Gum Country Estate House
Blue Gum Country Estate House Stanford
Blue Gum Country Estate Stanford
Blue Gum Estate
Blue Gum Country Estate Country House Stanford
Blue Gum Country Estate Country House

Frequently asked questions

Does Blue Gum Country Estate have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Blue Gum Country Estate?

As of Aug 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Blue Gum Country Estate on Aug 3, 2025 start from CA $140.64, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Blue Gum Country Estate?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Blue Gum Country Estate?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Blue Gum Country Estate?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Blue Gum Country Estate provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of ZAR 1500 per vehicle applies.

Where is Blue Gum Country Estate located?

This family-friendly Stanford country house is located in the historical district, 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Phillipskop Mountain Reserve, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Wandelpad and Salmonsdam Nature Reserve. Walkerbay Estate and Birkenhead Brewery and Cold Mountain Vineyard are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Blue Gum Country Estate Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Nice stay!

Very nice spot with a nice view. Rooms are very clean and in good shape. The owners are very nice and flexibel. Only remark that the pool wasn’t clean at all and the restaurant was temporary closed. If this is open it is a perfect Place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Peaceful escape

A perfect base for exploring the surrounding coastal and wineland area.Quiet, great breakfast and welcoming staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lucy, Oxfordshire, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely family run resort, in a beautiful location. No request was too much. Brilliant spot enjoyed by all the family. Breakfast and supper was delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lu, belo horizonte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Countryside

Fazenda belíssima com móveis e adornos de acordo e de bom gosto Quarto grande e confortável. Jantar delicioso Quadra de tênis raquete à disposição, bicicleta para os hóspedes. Uma beleza de estadia Recomendo
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Antonie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommended

Amazing weekend away. The service from everyone was great and everything was done with a smile. The room was spacious and had a lovely fireplace that added to the overall wonderful experience. The food was very good and the service in the restaurant top class. Well done to Anton and all his staff for making our weekend a very special one.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Ulla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lyxigt boende i lugn miljö

Stort sovrum med separat TV-del med skön soffa. Fantastis stor bolkong med utsikt, sköna fåtöljer för avkoppling. Lyxigt prisvärt boende. Lugnt pc rofyllt Fin frukost. Mycket bra service.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

perfect!

晚餐不能更赞!

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely few days

Lovely few days at the Blue Gum Country Estate. Anton and his staff, especially Margaret looked after us wonderfully well. The whole place has a colonial elegance about it. Breakfast options are fab with hot and cold choices and scones with jam and cream are offered in the afternoons. Anton employs an amazing chef and there is always a two or three-course evening meal offered which must be sampled along with some lovely local wines. Bit off the beaten track but the views from our room and the local countryside were so relaxing

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

Tom, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Rural retreat, with

Rural retreat out of town, was exactly what we were looking for. Amazing views across your own vinyards. Friendly, welcoming staff provided us with excellent service. Food was fabulous using good cuts of local meats. Buildings a reminder of a different era.

10/10 Excellent

Charles, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely Stay

The staff were very friendly and helpful. We enjoyed the spacious room,the comfortable lounges and lovely food in the restaurant..

10/10 Excellent

Leo, port elizabdth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

a piece of luxurious peace in every way

The hotel is luxurious -spacious bedrooms with great views ours looking towards the mountains. Staff are friendly and go out of their way to make your stay a memorable one specially janita. Food is 5 star delic. It is a special place to unwind in pure comfort

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

Kirstin, Kwa-Zulu Natal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

What a wonderful place to stay!

We had the most wonderful stay at Blue-Gum Country Estate, which I cannot fault. The attention to detail was outstanding and I can't wait to go back again. We stayed in the Mountain View Cottages which were very spacious with a beautiful view over the mountains. The breakfast every morning was beyond expectation. We also ate dinner at the restaurant, which was delicious. The owners were so accommodating to us and so friendly - We will be back.

10/10 Excellent

Claire, Aberdeen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic stay

Fantastic three night stay at Blue Gum. We had a mountain view cottage with travel cot for our baby, the room was absolutely beautiful with comfy bed and lovely furnishings. Anton and his team, particularly Margaret, could not do enough to assist us including offering suggestions of what to do in the local area. Breakfast was delicious, with a good selection of buffet options and a cooked special. We also had a lovely child-free evening meal in the restaurant one evening. If we return to the area we will definitely stay at Blue Gum once more

10/10 Excellent

Liane, Fish Hoek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A Piece of Heaven

Blue Gum Country Estate was everything we imagined and more. We have been recommending it to most people we know . The hospitality is typical of a family run business,personal but discreet and the cuisine is great. It is just 10 minutes away from the quaint town of Stanford which is steeped in history. We enjoyed being close to nature with loads of walking and mountain bike trails, not to mention the abundant bird life. The only thing we would do differently next time is stay longer!

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful and peaceful with a great staff

Found the place on a whim but wonderful service and good company. Well worth staying!

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It's time to renovate particularly the bathrooms.The staff were very friendly.

10/10 Excellent

BiGood, Kapstadt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

ein Country Estate, das hält was es verspricht

Wir waren für 3 Nächte in jeweils einer Deluxe-Suite im Blue Gum Estate & haben jede Minute dort genossen! Individuell eingerichtete & großzügige Zimmer (wir hatten die Lion-Suite & die Elephant-Suite). Sehr gutes Frühstück & Dinner im Estate. Nettes Personal, wenn auch manchmal etwas "scheu" , wenn es um den Umgang mit Europäern geht, aber dafür sehr herzlich. Ein Management, das sich kümmert und nachfragt und eine Lage als Country Estate, die gerade jetzt im südafrikansichen Frühling mit einem Meer voll unterschiedlicher blühender Pflanzen begeistert. Wir kommen wieder ( wie schon 3 mal bisher zuvor).