Situated at the top of the Franschhoek Valley, and boasting wonderful views and a tranquil setting is Holden Manz Estate. This 22-hectare estate produces award winning wines as well as offering a luxury boutique guest house, a Spa, restaurant, wine tasting centre and beautiful gardens in which to enjoy one of the estate’s picnic baskets.

The restaurant, Franschhoek Kitchen, uses fresh ingredients from their own gardens and orchards to produce simple and fresh cuisine – perfectly complemented by the estate wine. Open Tuesday – Saturday for lunch and dinner, and Sundays for lunch only. Picnic baskets (prior booking required) can be enjoyed alongside the river and under the trees.

Wine tasting takes place in the Wine Lounge. Opening Hours: Monday – Sundays 10h00 – 17h00. Tasting Fee: R30.00 per person, buy 3 bottles per person and tasting is free.

The 5-star Country House offers four luxurious and individually decorated suites within beautifully restored Cape Dutch buildings. Also available to guests is a spa and yoga studio.

For further details, visit www.holdenmanz.com, or telephone +27 (0)21 876 3173 / 27.