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Summerwood Guest House

Bed and breakfast

28 Jonkershoek Road

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Why people book this hotel

Friendly staff
10 mentions

The rest of the staff was also very friendly and helpful

Superfriendly staff, very accommodating

Breakfast available
8 mentions

Amazing breakfast

A special mention for Portia, who takes care of you at breakfast and looks after…

Pool
6 mentions

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
5 mentions

Great location

Stunning guesthouse close to central Stellenbosch

Comfortable rooms
4 mentions

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 -…

Clean rooms
3 mentions

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

R

Regina

couple

May 26, 2026

10

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.

M

Mario

solo_traveller

April 25, 2026

9

I'm coming back

Amazing breakfast. Superfriendly staff, very accommodating. Beautiful place with a nice garden and swimming pool. Great location.

C

Charlotte

couple

March 31, 2026

10

Aside from Bugs (the bunny who was the stand out), everything at Summerwood was as expected! Fiona was a stand out host!

A

Anjé

couple

March 8, 2026

9

Great choice!

Stunning guesthouse close to central Stellenbosch. Lovely stay.

D

Dale

solo_traveller

March 1, 2026

10

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.

G

Gachao

solo_traveller

February 19, 2026

10

An outstanding experience

It felt like being at home. I loved the cycling.

D

David

extended_group

February 7, 2026

9

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.

W

William

couple

February 6, 2026

10

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.

N

Nigel

extended_group

January 30, 2026

9

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.

O

Ojung

solo_traveller

January 26, 2026

9

Fiona, the host is eccellent. She is available to help out and responsive. Other staff sre wonderful too

T

Tim

couple

January 17, 2026

9

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.

F

frank

couple

December 22, 2025

10

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 !

M

Martin

couple

December 15, 2025

10

Fiona was very helpful when we arrived and made us feel very much at home.

Everything

S

Steffen

couple

November 22, 2025

7

rather clairaudient and no possibility to completely darken the room. might be challenging if you got a light sleep

J

Julia

family_with_children

November 20, 2025

10

Huge rooms, lovely terrace with honeysuckle and lemon tree. Gardens and pool were very relaxing.

B

Bradshaw

couple

November 19, 2025

10

A perfect start to our holiday

Fantastic location great facilities friendly staff and attentive host. Breakfasts were delicious thank you.

G

graeme

couple

September 24, 2025

9

Really enjoyed the stay

Location setting

M

Maria

extended_group

September 20, 2025

10

Spotless, nice details everywhere, friendly staff

A

Artur

couple

September 7, 2025

10

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, …

E

Evgeniya

couple

August 21, 2025

10

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.

Max 1 guests 19 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
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.

Max 2 guests 39 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
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.

Max 2 guests 32 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
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.

Max 2 guests 30 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
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.

Max 2 guests 25 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
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.

Max 2 guests 30 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
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.

Max 2 guests 24 1 bedroom 1 bathroom

Hotel Policies

Check-inFrom 14:00 to 19:00
Check-outFrom 10:00 until 10:30
Cancellation & prepaymentCancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. Please check your booking details before finalizing.
Accepted credit cardsThe hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
The fine printPlease note that the reception is open daily from 07:30 until 19:30. Please note that a late check-in fee might apply for late arrivals after 20:00.Please inform in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
Last updated: Apr 12, 2024, 5:35 AM

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