Summerwood Guest House
28 Jonkershoek Road
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Why people book this hotel
“The rest of the staff was also very friendly and helpful”
“Superfriendly staff, very accommodating”
“Amazing breakfast”
“A special mention for Portia, who takes care of you at breakfast and looks after…”
“Beautiful place with a nice garden and swimming pool”
“The pool area with loungers is stunning with much more garden space than other g…”
“Great location”
“Stunning guesthouse close to central Stellenbosch”
“Breakfast was fantastic, as was the room and general atmosphere of the guesthous…”
“I particularly like the thought given to guest room doors - they close quietly -…”
“This is an exceptional guest house with attention to detail - spotless, immacula…”
“Beautifully clean and ideal for a vacation in and around Stellenbosch”
Overview
More sumptuous than a guest house and more homely than a hotel, Summerwood is situated in beautiful Stellenbosch, nestled between mountains and rivers, the perfect base from which to explore. Conveniently located within easy reach of the Winelands, Cape Town and its spectacular scenery, the guest house is set in a serene garden featuring a wide variety of indigenous plants. Originally built in 1904, it was designed by famous architect Mello Damstra and has been lovingly restored to meet the demands of the modern traveler. The friendly staff invite you to enjoy the comforts and tranquility of Summerwood and the beauty of its surroundings.
Traveller reviews
Regina
couple
May 26, 2026
“Great place--would go back to it any time!”
Fiona, the person who received us upon arrival, was incredibly nice and informative. The rest of the staff was also very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was fantastic, as was the room and general atmosphere of the guesthouse. It is also located in a very peaceful neighborhood.
Mario
solo_traveller
April 25, 2026
“I'm coming back”
Amazing breakfast. Superfriendly staff, very accommodating. Beautiful place with a nice garden and swimming pool. Great location.
Charlotte
couple
March 31, 2026
Aside from Bugs (the bunny who was the stand out), everything at Summerwood was as expected! Fiona was a stand out host!
Anjé
couple
March 8, 2026
“Great choice!”
Stunning guesthouse close to central Stellenbosch. Lovely stay.
Dale
solo_traveller
March 1, 2026
“Best guest house in Stellenbosch”
This is an exceptional guest house with attention to detail - spotless, immaculate and beautiful. The pool area with loungers is stunning with much more garden space than other guest houses. I particularly like the thought given to guest room doors - they close quietly - and proper milk in the fridge. The area is also quieter than others and the beds are very comfortable so I got a great nights sleep.
Gachao
solo_traveller
February 19, 2026
“An outstanding experience”
It felt like being at home. I loved the cycling.
David
extended_group
February 7, 2026
“Ideal location with a 10/15 minute walk to the centre with a charming, friendly and helpful host.”
Beautifully clean and ideal for a vacation in and around Stellenbosch.
William
couple
February 6, 2026
“Our best stay in South Africa”
Fiona has taken care of every little detail to make sure that you enjoy every moment at Summerwood. Sometimes you are lucky enough to stay somewhere that makes you feel at home while exceeding your expectations. If you can book here you will not be disappointed. A special mention for Portia, who takes care of you at breakfast and looks after you so well.
Nigel
extended_group
January 30, 2026
“Attentive and friendly owner and staff who work hard to ensure the very best guest experience.”
Lovely breakfast and relaxing atmosphere. High quality property with beautiful garden and pool and numerous thoughtful touches.
Ojung
solo_traveller
January 26, 2026
Fiona, the host is eccellent. She is available to help out and responsive. Other staff sre wonderful too
Tim
couple
January 17, 2026
“Excellent!”
Great location, very relaxing. Lovely pool and well kept gardens. Fiona was a great host. Lovely well presented breakfasts on the patio. We hope to return.
frank
couple
December 22, 2025
“Paradise heaven !”
Everything was just perfect, starting with the Host Fiona and her team who super friendly and always available to help. The nice decoration of the hotel with all the beautiful details makes you really feel special. The garden and the pool are manicured and the breakfast is freshly cooked to order - we will come back for sure - Thanks for this great experience Fiona !
Martin
couple
December 15, 2025
“Fiona was very helpful when we arrived and made us feel very much at home.”
Everything
Steffen
couple
November 22, 2025
rather clairaudient and no possibility to completely darken the room. might be challenging if you got a light sleep
Julia
family_with_children
November 20, 2025
Huge rooms, lovely terrace with honeysuckle and lemon tree. Gardens and pool were very relaxing.
Bradshaw
couple
November 19, 2025
“A perfect start to our holiday”
Fantastic location great facilities friendly staff and attentive host. Breakfasts were delicious thank you.
graeme
couple
September 24, 2025
“Really enjoyed the stay”
Location setting
Maria
extended_group
September 20, 2025
Spotless, nice details everywhere, friendly staff
Artur
couple
September 7, 2025
“Perfect stay”
Everything was perfect the treatment received was excellent. Fiona is a great host. She kindly helped us with every question we had and made very good suggestions (restaurants, wineries, …
Evgeniya
couple
August 21, 2025
We had a wonderful stay at this charming guest house located in a beautifully restored old mansion. The interior is stunning, with every detail carefully thought out, and the garden is simply gorgeous. We were pleasantly surprised with a complimentary room upgrade and enjoyed a room with an incredible view of the mountains. The guest house is situated in a quiet and safe neighborhood, and we felt very secure leaving our car in the private parking area inside the property. Breakfasts were delicious, and the staff were incredibly friendly, attentive, and always ready to help. Our overall impression of the city was definitely enhanced thanks to this lovely place. Highly recommended!
Facilities
Activities
Cycling
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles
Food & Drink
Wine/champagne, Special diet menus (on request), Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Breakfast takeaway containers
General
Indoor fireplace, WiFi available in all areas, Bicycle parking, Adult only, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area, Heating, Safety deposit box, Non-smoking rooms
Internet
Free WiFi, WiFi, Internet services
Outdoors
Outdoor pool, Garden, Terrace, Outdoor furniture
Parking
Parking, Free parking, Accessible parking, Parking on site, Private parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed
Pool and wellness
Swimming pool, Swimming Pool, Pool/beach towels, Sun loungers or beach chairs, Sun umbrellas
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
24-hour security, Key access, Security alarm, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Thermometers for guests provided by property, Face masks for guests available
Self check-in
Passport/ID information collected online before you arrive
Services
Shuttle service, Shuttle service (additional charge), Daily housekeeping, Airport shuttle (additional charge), Shared lounge/TV area, Airport shuttle, Laundry, Dry cleaning, Express check-in/check-out, Luggage storage
Transport
Airport pick up, Airport drop off
Double Room
This first floor room has a treetop garden view. The rooms is equipped with satellite TV, tea-and-coffee making facilities and en suite bathroom. The queen sized bed makes it ideal for solo travelers. Regrettably, no infants or children permitted.
Double Room with Garden View
This spacious first floor room overlooks the pool and garden area. The room is equipped with satellite TV, tea-and-coffee making facilities and en suite bathroom. Regrettably, no infants or children permitted.
Double Room with Mountain View
Located on the 2nd floor, this spacious room boasts panoramic views of the garden, the Jonkershoek mountain range and Stellenbosch mountain. The room is equipped with satellite TV, tea-and-coffee making facilities and en suite bathroom. Regrettably, no infants or children permitted.
Double Room with Terrace
This ground floor room has a small terrace with garden access and views. The room is equipped with satellite TV, tea-and-coffee making facilities and en suite bathroom. Regrettably, no infants or children permitted.
Double or Twin Room with Garden View
This first floor room overlooks the garden. The room is equipped with satellite TV, tea-and-coffee making facilities and en suite bathroom. Regrettably, no infants or children permitted.
Double or Twin Room with Terrace
This spacious ground floor room opens onto its own private terrace with garden access. The room is equipped with satellite TV, tea-and-coffee making facilities and en suite bathroom. Regrettably, no infants or children permitted.
Standard Double or Twin Room
These 2 classic first floor rooms have either a corner view of the garden, or a distant view of Stellenbosch Berg. The rooms are equipped with satellite TV, tea-and-coffee making facilities and en suite bathroom. Regrettably, no infants or children permitted.
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