Guests relax in lush gardens at Lanzerac Wine Estate or explore the surroundings on complimentary bicycles - a perfect balance of serenity and adventure
Summerwood Guest House, within Lanzerac Wine Estate, offers a peaceful retreat with a garden and outdoor pool. Enjoy cooked-to-order breakfasts, browse the gift shop, and relax on the sunny terrace with free WiFi while planning cycling excursions around the area.
Stellenbosch is home to Summerwood Guest House. Lanzerac Wine Estate and De Zalze Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Jonkershoek Nature Reserve. Stellenbosch University and Vrede en Lust Estate are two other places to visit that come recommended. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Stellenbosch travel guide
28 Jonkershoek Road, Stellenbosch, Western Cape, 7600
What's nearby
Stellenbosch University
6 min walk - 0.6 km
Coetzenburg Stadium
12 min walk - 1.1 km
Dorp Street
17 min walk - 1.5 km
Stellenbosch Town Hall
2 min drive - 1.8 km
Lanzerac Wine Estate
2 min drive - 1.8 km
Getting around
Cape Town Bellville Station
26 min drive
Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)
42 min drive
Restaurants
Meraki
18 min walk
The Pottery
19 min walk
The Fat Butcher
19 min walk
Basic Bistro
19 min walk
Java Bistro & Co
2 min drive
About this property
Summerwood Guest House
Upscale guesthouse near Stellenbosch University
Located close to Lanzerac Wine Estate, Summerwood Guest House provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. In addition to a library and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
An outdoor pool
Free self parking
Free bicycle rentals, smoke-free premises, and a gift shop
Luggage storage, a computer station, and laundry services
Room features
All guestrooms at Summerwood Guest House feature thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
Bathrooms with separate tubs/showers and free toiletries
40-inch LED TVs with satellite channels
Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping
Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
Coffee and tea in common areas
Things to do
24-hour pool access
Free bicycle rentals
Library
Outdoor pool
Conveniences
Gift shop/newsstand
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Guest services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Business services
Computer station
Outdoors
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Terrace
Accessibility
No elevator
More
1 building
2 floors
Built in 1904
Fireplace in lobby
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
40-inch LED TV with satellite channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Minibar
More
Air conditioning
Desk
Electrical adapters
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: ZAR 350 for check-in between 7:30 PM and 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:30 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 7:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Children and extra beds
Children 13 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 13 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Late check-in fee: ZAR 350 for check-in between 7:30 PM and 10:00 PM
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts major credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
24-hour pool access
Children 13 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Guests under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool
National rating
Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Summerwood Guest House have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is available 24 hours a day.
Is Summerwood Guest House pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Summerwood Guest House?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 7:30 PM–
10:00 PM for a fee of ZAR 350.
What time is check-out at Summerwood Guest House?
Check-out is at 10:30 AM.
Where is Summerwood Guest House located?
Situated in Stellenbosch, this guesthouse is within 1 mi (2 km) of Stellenbosch University and Lanzerac Wine Estate. Jonkershoek Nature Reserve and De Zalze Golf Club are also within 6 mi (10 km).
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Reviews
Summerwood Guest House Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Loved our stay! Fiona was an excellent host, property was clean and well maintained. Lovely pool. Great breakfast.
We walked into town and got an Uber back if it was dark.
The guest house is perfect! Our room was very comfortable and quiet. Fiona was very kind and helpful. The breakfast menu has plenty of options for everybudy. Pool and garden are also very well maintained and big enough for all guest to find a place to relax. It‘s about a 20 minutes walk to downtown Stellenbosch, the area is save and quiet.
Verified traveler
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Nick
Nov 29, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The guest house is absolutely stunning. Fiona gave us the warmest welcome and made as feel at home from the moment we arrived. Our room was clean and spacious with a nice, big bathroom. The breakfast was delicious and served in a beautiful setting on the terrace by the pool. This place felt special and we can't wait to stay there again!
Beautiful property in perfect location. 15 min walk to downtown Stellenbosch for meals and shopping. Our host was gracious and had communicated dining and wine options well ahead of our arrival, allowing us to book ahead and secure reservations. Breakfast was included and lovely. Room was comfortable and spacious. We had a ground floor suite which was very convenient. Several bikes were available for use, but we did not take them out. Overall, highly recommend this property if you are looking for good quality, personal attention, quiet and safe location, and pleasant amenities.
Specious and comfortable room in a delightful, quiet hotel, which felt more like a boutique hotel. Ideally located, just 15 mins walk to town centre. Friendly and helpful welcome from Fiona.
Verrassend goede kamer op de bovenste verdieping met prachtig uitzicht, mooie tuin met zwembad, vriendelijk personeel. Het hele verblijf is uitermate netjes, goed ontbijt.
Sejour parfait,l etablissement est magnifique et chaleureux.fiona est une formidable hote de tres bons conseils et tres gentille.elle parle et comprend tres bien le francais ce qui est un vrai plus pour les francais.
Vraiment rien a dire si ce n est excellent en tout points (localisation,site,petit dejeuner..)
MERCI
ci è piaciuto tutto,dalla struttura alla pulizia e la gentilezza della nostra host.
Peccato esserci stati poco,sicuramente da ritornare dovessimo tornare a Stellenbosch.
The girls at the front desk were so helpful from start to finish . The pool was a nice touch after a tough days wine tasting 😛 only a 15/20 min walk to “town “.... ideal!!
This is a really beautiful guesthouse; totally in keeping with the stunning Stellenbosch area. We had a very warm welcome and a wonderful stay. The rooms, outdoor space, main lounge and dining room are all spacious, elegant and immaculately kept.
Breakfast was made up of three courses, each with various lovely choices. All the food was very nice, the only downside was the service was very slow and sometimes our orders got confused.
There were a couple of nice extras we weren't expecting such as free bikes we could borrow if we wanted, cosy swing chairs on the porch we could curl up in and read books and little chocolates left each night on our door handle. We were sad to leave after two nights.
O hotel é extremamente bem localizado, em um bairro muito tranquilo e acolhedor. A recepcionista foi muito atenciosa em nosso check-in e solícita em prestar as informações de nossos passeios. As acomodações são novas e de extremamente bom gosto. Café da manhã excelente.
We stayed over for 4 nights as we had a wedding in Stellenbosch. The place is well located and is safe and secure. Not far from the Centre with restaurants and shops. We got Uber’s everyone but you can walk in to the Centre. The staff are very friendly and accommodating. Breakfast is great and the staff went out there way to make us take away sandwiches after we missed breakfast one morning. Didn’t use the pool as we didn’t have time, but it looked clean. The guesthouse was peaceful and chilled out. We would definitely stay again!
Ein sehr schönes Haus mit Garten zum Sonnenbaden- perfekt. Eine außerordentlich freundliche Gastgeberin mit netten Team - perfekt. Ein sehr leckeres Frühstück, tolle Tomaten und Pilze! - perfekt,
Dieses Haus wird sehr persönlich geführt, der Service und die Freundlichkeit sind hervorragend!
Das Frühstücksangebot wechselt täglich und ist umfangreich und lecker.
Das Zimmer war komfortabel, die Außenanlagen gepflegt und einladend. Für Ausflüge stehen kostenlose Leihfahrräder zur Verfügung.
Our room was lovely but the staff made our stay exceptional. Excellent service. We were there on Valentines Day and they made every effort to make our stay delightful.
Only stayed one night, must check in before 8 pm or else incur extra charge for after hours. The house is very comfortable, white and gray design with cute giraffes, breakfast is good, staff very friendly.
Simplesmente perfeito!!! Pequeno guest house de apenas 8 suítes. Atendimento espetacular, quarto espaçoso, limpo e bem decorado. O café da manhã foi delicioso! Pode-se notar a atenção aos detalhes e cuidado com que tudo é preparado. Uma delicia de hotel! Gostaria de ter ficado mais tempo. Super recomendo!