Blommenhuis

Blommenhuis Bed & Breakfast accommodation in Montagu Western Cape

Description

Our daughter, Adele and son-in-law Werner, together with our son Heinrich-Werner are the proud owners of Jessica's Restaurant in Montagu.
They had their second successful year and we are looking forward to the next season.
Heinrich-Werner is the chef, Adele manage the restaurant and husband Werner is the wine master. Jessica's is a true gem where some the Montagu Art Association's work is on permanent exhibition.
Our youngest son, Jaco, is currently working as a marketer and will handle wine tours on the Route 62 Wine bus from September 2009

Originally from the North West, we fell in love with the mountains and became proud residents of this historical village in the fairest Cape.

The house is filled with Irene's paintings. Personal touches throughout the house and mural paintings outside, provide a delightful atmosphere.

 Home to a "working" artist. More about this on our "News and Information" Page.
TUCKED AWAY at the end of a private lane, in the historic part of Montagu, you will find Blommenhuis B&B, where guests enjoy full privacy, true South African hospitality and tranquility.

Maak u tuis by Blommenhuis Gastehuis, waar u ware Suid Afrikaanse gasvryheid kan geniet.

Montagu, situated at the head of the Klein Karoo on Route 62, Western Cape, South Africa, is only a scenic two hours drive from Cape Town. It takes you through breathtakingly beautiful winelands and countryside.

With its peaceful garden and mature trees, Blommenhuis invites you to be spoiled and cared for.
Relax on our wooden deck at the pool and enjoy magnificent views of the Langeberg mountains.
This garden is designed with one thing in mind - enchantment - our beautiful roses (from which one of them is an award winning rose) and lots of shady corners, provide just that!
We are a few paces from the famous Bird Tree, within easy walking distance to restaurants and shops.

Crisp white linen awaits you in the three en-suite bedrooms. There are heaters in all the rooms for winter evenings, and of course ceiling fans for people visiting us during our Klein Karoo summers.

"During summer months we prefer to serve breakfast outside, the mornings are clear with blue skies, the garden inviting - a wonderful way to start your day.

We believe that food must also be an experience, so indulge yourself with fresh fruit and juice, muesli, yogurt, apple danishes or croissants, cream cheese, fresh produce, eggs and bacon with toast and 100% pure ground coffee.
PS> Not to forget our famous omelets, filled with herbs from our garden!

We serve candlelight dinners on arrangement and cater for diabetics and guests with special dietary needs.

"I would like to offer my guests that which I would wish to find while travelling - clean, crisp linen, good food and warmth in our friendly home."

Welcome to Blommenhuis!

Accommodation

A peaceful place which will lingers in your mind, awaits you at Blommenhuis B&B / Guesthouse. Named after its owners and their passion for flowers, (Blom meaning Flower), it offers three individually-styled bedrooms.

The place is superbly situated in the conservation area of Montagu, at the end of a private land.
Blommenhuis is in n bewaringsgebied, in die hartjie van Montagu, binne stap afstand na restaurante, winkels ensovoorts.

Our guests enjoy privacy and full use of the garden, as the owners live in a separate cottage on the premises.

The guest rooms are tastefully furnished with a subtle blend of old world charm and the new.
Only the best percale linen has been used and the attention to detail is beyond expectation.
The rooms are equipped with heating systems and fans for summer days, although the pool is just a few steps away.

THE MAIN BEDROOM with a private entrance opens to a small patio surrounded by roses and lavender.
Luxury room with a queen bed, en-suite bathroom with shower, bar-fridge, complimentary muscadel and hospitality tray.
Offers stylish comfort with a view to the pool.
Also ideal for Honeymooners who will be spoiled with a champagne breakfast in the garden.

THE COLONIAL ROOM with antique oak furniture, offers 100% custom made percale linen, twin beds, en-suite bathroom with bath and large separate shower, bar-fridge, hospitality tray and complimentary muscadel. This spacious room with old world charm, high ceilings and sash windows, has a beautiful view to the rose garden.

The GARDEN ROOM with private entrance opens to the rose- and herb garden. Charming with en-suite bathroom (small), double bed, bar-fridge, hospitality tray and complimentary muscadel. A sunny room with wooden floors and pieces of original art.

All the rooms are equipped with clock radios, hairdryers and all the amenities to ensure a comfortable and relaxed stay.

A scrumptious breakfast is served in the dining room, with yellow- and oak wood furniture, during winter months.
From October to April you can expect breakfast to be served on the patio or underneath the trees in the garden.

Relax in our private guest lounge, with original paintings, while listening to soft music or just unwind somewhere ... in one of the many shady corners outside.

Dinner by candle light by prior arrangement.

Guests can enjoy our saltwater pool and the panoramic views of the Langeberg mountains from the wooden deck.

Attractions

Two hours drive from Cape town and two and a half from Oudtshoorn, you'll find the picturesque town of Montagu, after driving through Cogman's Kloof where cathedral-like mountain peaks, tower into sunny skies.

Montagu is situated on the legendary Route 62, the world's longest wine route and with its perfect weather, you will find plenty to do here....
I will gladly help to plan your holiday and give some information about the area. We have beautiful hiking trails like the Bloupunt- and the Cogmanskloof trail, starting from the "Old Mill House", not far away from Blommenhuis.

Enjoy abundant birdlife, stroll through town on the Historic Homes Route, visit some of the many artists (arts and craft route) or do some winetasting as many award-winning wines comes from this region.

Here you can find some of the finest restaurants in the region. Apart from superb dining experiences, Montagu is also the mountain mecca of the Western Cape, where you can go rock climbing, mountain biking, abseiling, kloofing, or simply enjoy this peaceful haven. Montagu has it all.

Route 62 is famous for its inspiring rock formations, orchards, vineyards, local herbs and mineral springs. Guests can visit the two museums, Art Galleries, wineries, Kanonkop, the art and craft route or the Boeremark on Saturday mornings with local produce. Blommenhuis is 200m from a bird hideaway and walking distance to the museums and restaurants.

Other interests are the Tractor trip up in the Langeberge, National Monuments and many walks and trails or let us take you on a Cellar Tour, which also includes wine-tasting and lunch on an wine estate. Read more about this at "News and Information".

We are situated about 200 metres away from the "bird tree". Here birdlife abounds with 18 species, including Sacred Ibis, Herons, Cormorants, Egrets, Shrikes and Weavers, using it as a breeding ground with more than 52 visiting species identified. The bird tree is on the corner of Bath- and Barrystreet and grows next to the "Leiwater Dam" which is fed by the Keisie River. At an early stage a water furrow was built which was replaced by a pipeline in 1950. Every stand sold in 1851 and 1854 was entitled to have irrigation rights. Today, 150 years later the Leidam still suplies irrigation water to these stands "water erven", thats the reason why we, at Blommenhuis, still gets irrigation water once a week for our garden.

Another "must do" is the nature garden. A friendly walk between numerous plantspecies with a magnificent view of the Langeberg mountains and Montagu.

Not to be missed:
Welness Centres
Art and Craft Route
Route 62 Wine Tours - as from September

Driven & Guided Tours

At Blommenhuis Guesthouse, we've identified a need for safe and reliable tailor-made transfers for guests who do not wish to drive by themselves. Whether it is between the airport, places of interest including trips to nature reserves, whale watching, visiting cellars or scenic drives, let us take care of you! To ensure a hassle-free stay, we will meet you at Cape Town International Airport. From there, you will be able to explore the region in a period of 4 days or more.

This service includes the following:

Accolades

:Tourism Council of SA Star Grading

TGCSA Star Grading

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