Ridgemor Villa

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Scored 8
Rated very good

Staff

9.4

About this property

Historic Charm: Ridgemor Villa in Somerset West offers a historic building with a beachfront setting. Guests enjoy a sun terrace, lush garden, and a year-round outdoor swimming pool. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature private bathrooms, balconies with garden or pool views, and modern amenities such as flat-screen TVs and work desks. Additional facilities include a lounge, outdoor seating area, and picnic spots. Dining Experience: A buffet breakfast is served daily, offering full English/Irish, vegetarian, and vegan options. Guests can also enjoy warm dishes, juice, cheese, and fruits. Local Attractions: Located 3.7 mi from Helderberg Village Golf Club and 16 mi from Cape Town International Airport, Ridgemor Villa provides easy access to nearby attractions like Stellenbosch University and Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Beachfront
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Buffet, Breakfast to go

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Tania
South Africa South Africa
“Love Anne-Marie to bits. Always friendly and helpful.”
Barend
South Africa South Africa
“Very spacious, neat, clean, and beautiful decorated room. Exceptional breakfast every morning. Anne-Marie and her staff were very, very friendly and assisted with everything from our arrival to our departure 5 days later.”
Rona
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Beautiful room, very comfortable bed and good Aircon. Staff friendly, great for night before going to the airport as it was only 20 minutes away.”
Alexandra
Spain Spain
“We spent only 1 night and was lovely. Staff are very friendly, welcoming and helpful. The pool is very nice. Breakfast was good.”
Leszek
Switzerland Switzerland
“Hotel/property with a large number of spacious rooms and very friendly staff. Additionally, there is a swimming pool and a bar, as well as an ocean view. A very good place to spend a few days or, as in our case, for a night before a flight to Europe.”
Monique
South Africa South Africa
“The host was so friendly and accomdating. She made us feel so comfait ddnt mine getting wet to help my sister. She will go the extranmile just to make your stay as pleasurable as possible. Its quiet and clean. All staff were very helpful....”
Warren
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Honestly great stay. We were only supposed to stop off but felt so comfortable we extended. If you want a hotel with a vibe this is the place. Music, active pool. Great fun.”
Dina
Canada Canada
“This charming thatched-roof property is undeniably beautiful, but can do with some restorations. Whoever built this beauty clearly had a deep love for the place and an eye for luxury. Each room is uniquely designed, featuring custom-made details...”
Michael
Norway Norway
“Our booking was made at 13.30 and the Manager did not get informed by Booking.com until after we arrived at 17.00 The beds had to be made and 4 rooms cleaned, which they did very quickly. The pool was great and we spent the afternoon and evening...”
Mzi
South Africa South Africa
“It’s a very quiet and good location if you want a nice peaceful stay.”

Managed by Jack Xu

Company review score: 9.4Based on 58 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Ridgemor Villa is a farm guesthouse situated in a beautiful wine area of the Western Cape. The management of the guest house was taken over in August 2016 by a brand new management team that is committed to give you excellent service and see to your every need.

Property info

The name Ridgemor, which was established in 1862, derives from its original owners, Ridge & Morris. Initially, it belonged to Zandvliet and was used as a tobacco and cattle farm. The name Ridgemor, which was established in 1862, derives from its original owners, Ridge & Morris. Initially, it belonged to Zandvliet and was used as a tobacco and cattle farm. It has been owned by an overseas company since 2014. At the heart of the wine farm is the majestic Ridgemor Villa. This luxury Guest House consists of 8 spacious and beautifully decorated rooms. Located barely 15 minutes from Cape Town International Airport, 30 minutes from Cape Town City Centre, 20 minutes from Stellenbosch and not even 10 minutes from Somerset West, it is the perfect choice to stay due to its proximity to all major attraction in the heart of wine country. It's the perfect place to come for peace and relaxation with its beautiful garden, lovely swimming pool and gorgeous guest areas. This spacious rooms are elegantly decorated, mixing classic and modern styles. One ground floor, with direct access to the lounge, dining room and garden. Seven upstairs rooms with beautiful views of the pool and garden. All r

Neighborhood info

Situated in the heart of the the Cape Winelands. Close to Stellenbosch, Franschhoek and Constantia wine regions.

Languages Spoken

Afrikaans,English

Area info

Amenities of Ridgemor Villa

Great facilities! Review score, 8.1

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Beachfront
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Breakfast

House rules

Ridgemor Villa takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Ridgemor Villa of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

Dear visitor, this region is currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties are subject to comply with local water usage restrictions.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.

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