Wine farm in Franschhoek
Babylonstoren
A historic Cape Dutch farm dating back to 1692, featuring a diverse garden, winery, restaurants, and accommodation.
Wine tasting at Babylonstoren
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Express Wine Tasting R95
per person
A quick tasting of three selected wines.
Includes: 3 wines
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Wine Tasting from R100
per person
Guided tasting of Babylonstoren's award-winning wines in the glass-fronted tasting room.
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Standard Wine Tasting R220
per person
A tasting of seven Babylonstoren wines, with options to add flagship wines.
Includes: 7 wines
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Wine & Olive Oil Tasting
Includes: Guided cellar tour, Wine tasting
Where to eat at Babylonstoren
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Babel
A farm-to-fork restaurant at Babylonstoren with menus guided by what is seasonally available in the garden.
On the menu: Freshly baked bread from traditional wood-fired oven, Seasonal garden salads, Hearty mains with garden trimmings
Hours: Lunch: Wednesday - Sunday: 12h00–15h30; Dinner: Monday - Sunday: 18h00-20h30; Breakfast: Monday - Sunday: 08h00–09h30
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Greenhouse
A garden-led restaurant located on the Babylonstoren estate.
On the menu: Water buffalo yoghurt, Homemade granola, Freshly baked scones with seasonal preserves, Farm-grown honeybush tea, Seasonal salads, Scrumptious sandwiches
Hours: Summer: Daily 09h00-18h00 (Sep - Apr); Winter: Daily 09h00-17h00 (May - Aug)
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Old Bakery
An on-site bakery and dining option at Babylonstoren.
On the menu: Italian-Inspired Dinners, Carnivore Evenings, Antipasti, Homemade pasta, Wood-fired pizza, Carnivore Experience
Hours: Italian dinners: Mondays, Tuesdays & Fridays: 18h00 - 21h00; Carnivore evenings: Wednesdays & Sundays: 18h30 - 21h00
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Old Stables Restaurant
A restaurant located at the historical Soetmelksvlei farmyard.
On the menu: Hearty farm fare, Breakfast, Lunch served from the harvest table, Frikkadelle
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Byzantium
On-site dining venue at Babylonstoren where workshop lunch is served.
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Tasting Room
On-site dining venue at Babylonstoren where workshop lunch is served.
Stay at Babylonstoren
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Farm Hotel
A contemporary farm hotel characterized by thick whitewashed walls, elegant gables, and hearty fireplaces.
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Farmhouse
Accommodation option at Babylonstoren.
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Garden Cottages
Cottage accommodation set within the Babylonstoren gardens.
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Fynbos Cottages
Cottage accommodation surrounded by natural fynbos.
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Family Houses
Spacious family-friendly houses for overnight stays.
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Babylonstoren Hotel
Sophisticated guest accommodation transformed from existing farm buildings, offering Garden Cottages and Farmhouse suites.
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One-Bedroom Suite
Open-plan suite with a luxurious en-suite bathroom, lounge area, bookshelves, and a hearty fireplace.
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One-Bedroom Cottage
Slightly larger cottage with a luxurious en-suite bathroom, lounge area, fireplace, and a contemporary glass cube housing a kitchen area.
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Koornhuis
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Two-Bedroom Cottage
Newly built Cape Dutch-style cottages with thick walls, elegant gables, a fireplace, and a contemporary glass cube housing a dining and kitchen area.
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Fowl House
A charming farm cottage featuring a central kitchen area, dining table, cosy fireplace seating, flanked by a bedroom and bathroom.
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Manor House
A historic Cape Dutch manor house dating back to 1777, offering luxury accommodation for families and groups.
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Fynbos Family House
An elegant, exclusive-use Cape Dutch-style home nestled at the foot of the Simonsberg and Franschhoek mountains.
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Farmhouse Suite
A botanical-themed suite with moody interiors, incorporating a four-poster king-size bed, dusted moss walls, luxurious en-suite marble bathroom, walk-in cupboards, and a cast-iron stove.
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Red Studio
A studio apartment with contemporary flair, featuring a fireplace, kitchenette, en-suite bathroom, private entrance facing the pétanque courtyard, and an additional outdoor shower in a secluded garden.
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Berg to Beach
A 5-night luxury escape for two combining 2 nights at Babylonstoren in the Cape Winelands and 3 nights at BLOU in Keurbooms on the Garden Route.
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BLOU in Keurbooms
A luxurious self-catering one-bedroom cottage located along the rugged coastline of Keurbooms on the Garden Route.
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Garden Cottage
An authentic farm-stay experience in a one-bedroom cottage featuring thick whitewashed walls, elegant gables, and a hearty fireplace.
What else to do at Babylonstoren
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Cellar Tour R150
per person
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Garden Tour
A guided tour of the botanical fruit and vegetable garden.
Includes: Guided walk through the garden
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Olive Oil Tour
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Water Buffalo Tour R600
per adult, R500 per child (4–18 years), FREE for children under 4
Includes: Garden membership or entry to Babylonstoren, Shuttle transfer from Ticket Office to Rietvlei, Milking demonstration, Calf bottle-feeding or grooming, Clay activity for children, Tasting of water buffalo dairy products
Hours: 13h30–16h00
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Daily Garden Tour
A guided tour led by one of Babylonstoren's experienced gardeners, where guests are encouraged to pick, taste, smell and touch while walking through the garden.
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Collections Tour
A daily guided walk to discover Babylonstoren's specialized botanical collections and meet expert gardeners. Mondays & Fridays: succulents and cycads; Tuesdays: Healing Garden; Wednesdays: vegetable gardens; Thursdays: bees.
Hours: Monday to Friday at 11h30
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Sunset Walk R750
p.p.
A guided sunset tour through orchards, vineyards, and gardens, concluding with wine and sunset snacks in the courtyard of Babel Restaurant.
Includes: Guided tour, Water upon arrival, Wine, Sunset snacks, Guided sunset tour, Wine and sunset snacks in the courtyard of Babel Restaurant
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Olive Oil, Olive & Balsamic Tour R400
per person
Includes: Tasting of olives, olive oils, and tapenades, Custom 100 ml olive oil blend to take home
Book ahead
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Koppie Family Hike R500
p.p.
A guided outdoor farm experience perfect for the young and young at heart.
Includes: Light snacks, Bottle of water, Gelato from the Gelato Room, Guided hike
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Essential Oils Tour
A behind-the-scenes tour in the Scented Room to see the steam-distilling process of farm-grown botanicals, guided by compounder Gavin Hendriks.
Includes: Steam-distilling demonstration
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Soetmelksvlei
An interactive farmyard set in the late 19th century, accessible via a short shuttle ride from Babylonstoren.
Hours: 09h00 to 17h00
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Naturally sweet: baking with honey R1 600
p.p.
Includes: Steaming coffee from the Farm Shop upon arrival, Lunch at the Byzantium
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Discover the secret life of bees R1 600
p.p.
A workshop focused on planting for bees and beekeeping, including a visit to the hives to experience the Cape honeybee up close.
Includes: Steaming coffee from the Farm Shop upon arrival, Lunch at the Greenhouse Restaurant, Guided walk through the garden, Practical session with beekeeping suits, A refreshing lunch at the Greenhouse Restaurant
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Heirloom tomatoes: bake your own galette with traditional butter pastry at Soetmelksvlei R1 600
p.p.
Includes: Short ride along the slopes of Simonsberg, Hearty lunch at the Old Stables Restaurant, Shuttle ride along Simonsberg, Hands-on pastry making workshop, Baking a galette and quiche, Heirloom tomato showcase
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Nuts for pecans! Bake a pecan pie & carrot cake at Soetmelksvlei R1 600
p.p.
A hands-on workshop on baking with pecan nuts.
Includes: Short ride along the slopes of Simonsberg, Hearty lunch at the Old Stables Restaurant, Shuttle ride along Simonsberg, Pecan pie baking instruction, Carrot cake baking instruction
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Volunteer Programme
A program for gardeners, horticulturists, botanists, or enthusiasts to assist the garden team with daily tasks like sowing, propagation, harvesting, washing, potting, and weeding.
Includes: Wholesome lunch served at 13h00
Hours: 08h00–13h00
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Garden Internship
Practical internships for students in the Horticulture or Agricultural fields, working alongside skilled master gardeners.
Includes: Basic monthly salary, Lunch on workdays, Shared student accommodation on the farm (subject to availability)
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Garden Visit R190
per adult
Access to the diverse and historic Babylonstoren garden.
Includes: Garden access, Children under 18 enter FREE, Free entry for RHS members
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The Story of Wine Museum
A self-guided, interactive wine museum detailing the origins, cultivation, and culture behind winemaking and wine drinking heritage.
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Hammam Treatment
An ancient Turkish cleansing treatment designed to relieve stress, increase circulation, and relax tired muscles.
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Deep-Tissue Bamboo Massage
A signature deep-tissue massage using bamboo, designed for deep relaxation.
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Rasul Chamber Treatment
A traditional Rasul chamber experience for mud scrubs and deep soaks.
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Yoga, Stretching and Breathwork
A wellness experience focused on yoga, stretching, and breathwork exercises.
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Stretch & Breathe R200
per person
An hour of mindful stretching and breathwork guided by a yoga instructor to improve flexibility, encourage relaxation, and restore balance.
Includes: 1-hour yoga, stretching and breathwork session, Garden entry for the day (for non-members)
Hours: Monday–Friday: 08h00–09h00 or 16h30–17h30; Saturday–Sunday: 08h00–09h00
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Stretch & Indulge R500
per person
Includes: Stretch & Breathe session in the White Studio, Breakfast at the Greenhouse Restaurant (water buffalo yoghurt, homemade granola, tea or coffee), Garden entry for the day (for non-members)
Hours: Daily: 08h00–11h00
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SUMMER Harvest Table R3 950
p.p.
An exclusive, seasonal long-table dining experience hidden deep within the farm's orchards, olive trees, or historic cellars, celebrating hand-harvested ingredients and Babylonstoren wines.
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Babylonstoren Weddings
A romantic winelands wedding venue hosting bespoke wedding celebrations.
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Old Cellar Wedding Package
A comprehensive wedding package offering the use of three rustic, chic venues: the Old Cellar for a family-style feast, the White Studio for a surprise dessert station, and the Wheat Barn for dancing.
Includes: Two nights' accommodation in Koornhuis cottage, Two on-site meetings with events coordinator, Flowers from the garden, Coffee and tea service, PA sound system, Tables, chairs, linen, crockery, cutlery, and glassware
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Studio Wedding Package
Includes: Two nights' accommodation in Koornhuis cottage, Two on-site meetings with events coordinator, Flowers from the garden, Coffee and tea service, PA sound system, Tables, chairs, linen, crockery, cutlery, and glassware
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Italian-inspired Evenings R750
per adult and R375 per child
A four-course set menu beginning with abundant antipasti and salads from the gardens, followed by traditional Tuscan dishes, wood-fired pizzas with water buffalo mozzarella, and a delicious dolce.
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Carnivore Evenings R1 450
per person
A five-course feast centered around Babylonstoren's own grass-fed Chianina herd, showcasing exceptional cuts cooked over glowing coals, paired with estate wines and accompanied by live accordion music.
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Babel Group Dining
A family-style set menu experience for groups of 11 to 25 guests, featuring seasonal platters guided by what is currently available in the garden.
Book ahead
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Brunch in Bloom R350
per person
A leisurely weekend harvest table brunch served in the red Tree Table area of the Greenhouse Restaurant beneath blooming macadamia trees, or inside the glasshouse in case of bad weather.
Includes: Garden-fresh harvest table, Choice of two hot breakfasts from the chef, Tea or coffee, Complimentary garden entry for the day
Hours: 09h00 – 11h00
Book ahead
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Babylonstoren Workshops
A series of seasonal, hands-on workshops hosted on the farm, covering topics such as gardening, baking, cooking, and craft-making.
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Cape Wine Farm Workshops
A series of educational and hands-on workshops hosted on the farm, covering topics such as gardening, farming, and artisanal crafts.
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Farm Workshops
A series of interactive, educational workshops hosted on the farm covering gardening, baking, and traditional crafts.
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Blacksmithing: Forge your own ladle R2 200
p.p.
Includes: All materials, Shuttle ride, Hearty lunch in the Old Stables Restaurant, Shuttle ride from Babylonstoren ticket office, Ladle to take home, Lunch at the Old Stables Restaurant
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Discover the healing powers of herbs R1 600
p.p.
Includes: Steaming coffee from the Farm Shop upon arrival, Scrumptious, healthy alfresco lunch in the Greenhouse Restaurant, Lunch in the Greenhouse Restaurant, Simple recipes for homemade remedies
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Birding at Babylonstoren R1 600
p.p.
Birding basics taught in the unique Babylonstoren environment.
Includes: Steaming coffee from the Farm Shop upon arrival, Lunch at the Greenhouse Restaurant, Guided birding walk through the garden and farm
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Hey, Brew! Fruit & flower cordials & bush teas R1 600
p.p.
Create your own fruit and floral cordials and bush teas at Soetmelksvlei.
Includes: Shuttle ride along Simonsberg, Hearty lunch at the Old Stables Restaurant, Hands-on cordial and tea brewing workshop, Guided walk to find honeybush
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Baking with cheese at Soetmelksvlei R1 600
p.p.
Discover the art of savoury baking and how cheese brings richness and flavour to breads and pastries.
Includes: Coffee from the Farm Shop, Lunch at the Old Stables Restaurant, Steaming coffee from the Farm Shop upon arrival
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Craft a traditional Riempie Camping Chair R2 400
p.p.
Includes: Farm entry, Shuttle rides, Refreshments, Hearty farm-style lunch in the Old Stables Restaurant, A beautifully crafted riempie camp chair to take home, farm entry
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Unlock the diversity of indigenous succulents R1 600
p.p.
Discover a fantastic world of colour and shapes with succulents.
Includes: Coffee from the Farm Shop, Lunch at the Greenhouse Restaurant, Steaming coffee from the Farm Shop upon arrival
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Pruning pros: focus on fruit trees in summer R1 600
p.p.
Hone your fruit-tree pruning skills with hands-on instruction.
Includes: Coffee from the Farm Shop, Lunch at the Greenhouse Restaurant, Steaming coffee from the Farm Shop upon arrival
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Sun Prints at Soetmelksvlei R1 600
p.p.
Explore the Soetmelksvlei garden and harness the sun's light to create blue prints.
Includes: Shuttle ride, Art session materials, Lunch at the Old Stables Restaurant, Scenic ride along Simonsberg slopes, Sun print workshop in the Meat Room, Hearty lunch at the Old Stables Restaurant
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Bake your own: teatime treats with choux pastry & almond cake R1 600
p.p.
A choux pastry and almond flour baking workshop at Soetmelksvlei.
Includes: Shuttle ride, Baking session, Lunch in the Old Stables Restaurant, Baking workshop, Lunch at the Old Stables Restaurant, Transport from Babylonstoren ticket office
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Bake your own savoury breads at Soetmelksvlei R1 600
p.p.
Bake a host of breads to share in the Soetmelksvlei heritage kitchen.
Includes: Shuttle ride, Baking session, Lunch at the Old Stables Restaurant, Scenic ride along Simonsberg slopes, Hands-on bread baking workshop, Hearty lunch at the Old Stables Restaurant
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Make a wooden birdhouse for your garden R2 000
p.p.
Build a traditional wooden birdhouse at Soetmelksvlei.
Includes: Shuttle from Babylonstoren to Soetmelksvlei, Workshop and materials, Refreshments, Farm-style lunch at the Old Stables Restaurant, Wooden birdhouse to take home, A completed wooden birdhouse
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Christmas decor from the Garden R1 600
p.p.
Create beautiful Christmas decor for your front door using garden materials.
Includes: Coffee from the Farm Shop, Lunch at the Tasting Room, Steaming coffee from the Farm Shop upon arrival, Materials to make a Christmas wreath to take home
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Create a natural freshwater pond R1 600
p.p.
Learn how to create and plant a natural pond.
Includes: Coffee from the Farm Shop, Lunch at the Greenhouse Restaurant, Steaming coffee from the Farm Shop upon arrival
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A Christmas bake story R1 600
p.p.
Includes: Coffee from the Farm Shop, Lunch at the Old Stables Restaurant, Steaming coffee from the Farm Shop upon arrival
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Traditional needlework: the basics of colourful quilting at Soetmelksvlei R1 600
p.p.
A masterclass giving you the tools to create your own quilt at home without a sewing machine.
Includes: Shuttle ride, Hand-quilting session, Lunch in the Old Stables Restaurant, Hands-on quilting workshop, Short ride along the slopes of Simonsberg, Hearty lunch in the Old Stables Restaurant
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Leathercraft: Make a leather Belt R1 500
p.p.
Make a leather belt with a buckle in a hands-on workshop hosted at Soetmelksvlei.
Includes: Shuttle ride, Leathercraft materials, Lunch in the Old Stables Restaurant, Shuttle ride from Babylonstoren ticket office to Soetmelksvlei, Leathercraft materials and instruction, A hearty lunch served in the Old Stables Restaurant
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Grow your own edible and cut flowers R1 600
p.p.
Learn how to cultivate your own edible and cut flowers.
Includes: Coffee from the Farm Shop, Lunch at the Greenhouse Restaurant, Steaming coffee from the Farm Shop upon arrival
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Cape food: Traditional bobotie with seasonal chutney at Soetmelksvlei R1 600
p.p.
Hands-on workshop on making traditional bobotie and seasonal chutney.
Includes: Shuttle ride, Cooking session, Lunch at the Old Stables Restaurant, Hands-on workshop, Short ride along the slopes of Simonsberg
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Pickle & preserve the season's abundance at Soetmelksvlei R1 600
p.p.
Hands-on workshop on all things pickled and preserved at the Soetmelksvlei farmyard.
Includes: Shuttle ride, Preserving session, Lunch at the Old Stables Restaurant, Hands-on pickling and preserving workshop, Ride along the slopes of Simonsberg, Hearty lunch at the Old Stables Restaurant
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Creating a Christmas Occasion R1 600
p.p.
Includes: Coffee from the Farm Shop, Lunch at the Byzantium
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Kids’ workshop: bake & decorate Christmas biscuits R550
p.p.
Young bakers aged 6–12 create and decorate their own Christmas biscuits.
Includes: Vanilla biscuit dough, Colourful icing, Christmas sprinkles
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Grow your own veggies (workshop for kids aged 8–12) R550
p.p.
Cultivate green fingers with the help of Babylonstoren’s experts.
Includes: Juice and light snack, Vegetable seedlings to take home, Juice, Light snack
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Little Foodies: Mozzarella & Pizza Workshop R850
p.p.
Discover the journey of farm mozzarella in a kraal-to-table experience for the whole family.
Includes: Pizza lunch, Gelato dessert, Juice and snacks, Water buffalo milk product tasting for adults, Milking parlour visit, Calf bottle-feeding
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Lavender & essential oils R1 600
p.p.
Immerse yourself in the pure, sweet essence of lavender and rosemary.
Includes: Coffee from the Farm Shop, Lunch at the Tasting Room, Coffee from the Farm Shop on arrival, Essential oil masterclass and product creation
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Bake Christmas gifts & decor R1 600
p.p.
Create beautiful edible Christmas gifts and festive bakes.
Includes: Coffee from the Farm Shop, Lunch at the Byzantium
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Advanced leathercraft: Make a leather handbag R2 200
p.p.
Master the principles of leathercraft as you measure, cut, and stitch your own leather handbag.
Includes: Shuttle ride, Leathercraft materials, Lunch in the Old Stables Restaurant, Shuttle ride from Babylonstoren ticket office, Leathercraft materials and instruction, Hearty lunch at the Old Stables Restaurant
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Culinary herbs: tasting your way to health R1 600
p.p.
Includes: Steaming coffee from the Farm Shop, Lunch at the Byzantium, Steaming coffee from the Farm Shop upon arrival, Herb gathering and preparation session, Lunch at Byzantium
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Fig feast: bake a fig tart at Soetmelksvlei R1 600
p.p.
Includes: Shuttle ride along Simonsberg, Hearty lunch at the Old Stables Restaurant, Baking workshop, Scenic ride along Simonsberg slopes
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Craft your own homemade soaps R1 600
p.p.
Includes: Visit to aromatic fields, Steaming coffee from the Farm Shop, Lunch at the Tasting Room, Your own soap creations to take home, Soap crafting instruction, Natural ingredients
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Everlasting & essential oils R1 600
p.p.
An olfactory adventure exploring the essential oils of the estate.
Includes: Steaming coffee from the Farm Shop, Lunch at the Tasting Room, A handmade bath soak
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Traditional handcrafts: Colour crocheting at Soetmelksvlei R1 600
p.p.
A day of crocheting on the heritage farmyard of Soetmelksvlei.
Includes: Shuttle ride along Simonsberg, Hearty lunch at the Old Stables Restaurant
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Blacksmithing Workshop: Forge a Pigtail braai fork R2 500
p.p.
Forge your own handcrafted pigtail braai fork with Soetmelksvlei's blacksmith.
Includes: Farm entry, Shuttle rides, Refreshments, Hearty farm-style lunch in the Old Stables Restaurant, Steel hatchet to take home
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Cape cookery: traditional melktert, melkkos & koesisters at Soetmelksvlei R1 600
p.p.
Hands-on workshop on baking the iconic South African milk tart.
Includes: Shuttle ride along Simonsberg, Hearty lunch at the Old Stables Restaurant
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Craft a traditional folding camp chair (wood & leather) R2 600
p.p.
A hands-on workshop where participants craft their own traditional folding camp chair using wood and leather.
Includes: Farm entry, Shuttle rides, Refreshments, Hearty farm-style lunch in the Old Stables Restaurant, A beautifully crafted folding camp chair to take home
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Crafting kokedamas R1 600
p.p.
Discover the quiet artistry of kokedama in this hands-on workshop.
Includes: Steaming coffee from the Farm Shop, Lunch at the Tasting Room, Your own kokedama to take home
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Pulp fiction: creative papermaking at Soetmelksvlei R1 600
p.p.
Spend a sunlit day learning the gentle art of papermaking.
Includes: Steaming coffee from the Farm Shop, Lunch at the Old Stables Restaurant, Personalized handmade paper sheets, Steaming coffee from the Farm Shop upon arrival, Papermaking materials and instruction
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Make a 3-legged Milking Stool R2 200
p.p.
A woodworking workshop at Soetmelksvlei where you'll craft a wooden milk stool.
Includes: Farm entry, Shuttle rides, Refreshments, Hearty farm-style lunch in the Old Stables Restaurant, A beautifully crafted wooden stool to take home
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Compost 101: Let’s get down and dirty R1 600
p.p.
Understand the cycling of nutrients in your garden through composting.
Includes: Steaming coffee from the Farm Shop, Lunch at the Greenhouse Restaurant
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Taste of summer: fabulous figs R1 600
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A workshop dedicated to the cultivation and tasting of ripe figs.
Includes: Steaming coffee from the Farm Shop, Lunch at the Byzantium
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Join us for healing herbal tea R1 600
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Learn how to blend herbs and flowers to calm the nerves and heal the body.
Includes: Steaming coffee from the Farm Shop, Lunch at the Tasting Room, Your own custom tisane
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Inside scoop: the secrets to buffalo mozzarella and gelato R1 600
p.p.
Learn the secrets behind making buffalo mozzarella and gelato.
Includes: Steaming coffee from the Farm Shop, Lunch of cheese, meats, and gelato at the Tasting Room
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Master meringues and macarons at Soetmelksvlei R1 600
p.p.
Learn to master meringues and macarons with master baker Martjie Malan.
Includes: Steaming coffee from the Farm Shop, Lunch at the Old Stables Restaurant
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Learn the art of bookbinding at Soetmelksvlei R1 600
p.p.
Includes: Shuttle ride along Simonsberg, Hearty lunch at the Old Stables Restaurant, A hand-bound book to take home
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Leathercraft: Make your own Apron R2 200
p.p.
Make a handstitched leather apron in a workshop hosted at Soetmelksvlei.
Includes: Shuttle ride along Simonsberg, Hearty lunch in the Old Stables Restaurant, A custom leather apron to take home, Leathercraft instruction and materials, Shuttle ride from Babylonstoren ticket office to Soetmelksvlei, Hearty lunch at the Old Stables Restaurant
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Farm brew: bean to cup coffee experience R1 600
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Immerse yourself in the full journey of Babylonstoren coffee.
Includes: Steaming coffee from the Farm Shop, Lunch at the Greenhouse Restaurant, Coffee tasting, Brewing demonstration
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Bloomin’ beautiful: the art of flower pressing at Soetmelksvlei R1 600
p.p.
Hands-on workshop on the age-old craft of flower pressing.
Includes: Shuttle ride along Simonsberg, Hearty lunch at the Old Stables Restaurant, Your own pressed botanical collection
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Culinary magic of mushrooms R1 600
p.p.
Discover the world of fungi, from garden foraging to cooking techniques.
Includes: Steaming coffee from the Farm Shop, Lunch at the Byzantium
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Master meat: make boerewors & droëwors at Soetmelksvlei R1 600
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Learn to make traditional South African wors in the Soetmelksvlei butchery.
Includes: Shuttle ride along Simonsberg, Hearty lunch at the Old Stables Restaurant, Butchery demonstration, Hands-on sausage making, Droëwors tasting, Lunch at the Old Stables Restaurant
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Capture the season’s scents with fragrant herbs R1 600
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Harvest and explore natural fragrances in the Healing Garden with Gundula Deutschländer.
Includes: Steaming coffee from the Farm Shop, Lunch at the Tasting Room
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Advanced leathercraft: make your own wineskin R2 200
p.p.
Learn traditional handcraft techniques to prepare, cut, and stitch a leather wineskin (bota bag).
Includes: Farm entry, Shuttle rides, Refreshments, Hearty farm-style lunch in the Old Stables Restaurant, Handcrafted leather wineskin, farm entry
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Bake your own at Soetmelksvlei: Persimmons R1 600
p.p.
A hands-on baking workshop using seasonal persimmons to create beautiful bakes.
Includes: Steaming coffee from the Farm Shop, Lunch at the Old Stables Restaurant, Baked goods to take home
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Risotto 101: a celebration of our farm-grown rice & pumpkin R1 600
p.p.
A hands-on workshop celebrating the art of risotto, starting with a stroll to the rice paddy and ending with a cooking class.
Includes: Steaming coffee from the Farm Shop, Lunch at the Old Bakery, Steaming coffee from the Farm Shop upon arrival, Guided walk to the rice paddy, Hands-on cooking masterclass
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Explore the world of Babylonstoren’s olives R1 600
p.p.
A stroll through the olive orchards, an explanation of the production process, and a tasting of fresh olive oils.
Includes: Steaming coffee from the Farm Shop, Lunch in the Tasting Room, Olive oil tasting, Steaming coffee from the Farm Shop upon arrival, Guided walk in the olive orchards, Olive oil tasting in the newly renovated olive tasting room
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Pasta from scratch R1 600
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Collect farm-fresh eggs and learn traditional Italian techniques to make and cook the perfect pasta.
Includes: Steaming coffee from the Farm Shop, Lunch at the Byzantium, Steaming coffee from the Farm Shop upon arrival, Garden stroll to collect farm-fresh eggs, Pasta-making workshop, Lunch at Byzantium
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Master meat: make your own salami & charcuterie R1 600
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A hands-on butchery masterclass demonstrating how to break down a carcass and make salami using natural casings.
Includes: Butchery masterclass, Hearty lunch at the Old Stables Restaurant, Salami making masterclass, Pork deboning demonstration, Lunch at the Old Stables Restaurant
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Break bread with our master baker R1 600
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A bread baking workshop covering kneading, shaping, and sourdough starter care.
Includes: Steaming coffee from the Farm Shop, Lunch at the Tasting Room, Sourdough starter to take home
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Celebrate with Chocolate & Cake: bake your own treats at Soetmelksvlei R1 600
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A baking workshop focused on mixing, baking, and decorating a classic chocolate cake, including making homemade caramel and chocolate ganache.
Includes: Baking masterclass, Hearty lunch at the Old Stables Restaurant
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Winter gems: Citrus in the Garden R1 600
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A practical gardening workshop exploring citrus cultivars, tree care, and cultivation techniques.
Includes: Stroll through the citrus blocks, Steaming coffee from the Farm Shop, Lunch in the Green House Restaurant
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Broaden your gardening horizons with indigenous trees R1 600
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A botanical workshop exploring Southern African tree ecosystems, cultivation, propagation, and pest control.
Includes: Steaming coffee from the Farm Shop, Lunch in the Greenhouse Restaurant
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Make a Wooden Milk Stool R2 300
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A carpentry workshop using a shave horse (skaafperd) to craft a wooden stool, designed as a bonding experience.
Includes: Farm entry, Shuttle rides, Refreshments, Hearty farm-style lunch in the Old Stables Restaurant, Wooden stool to take home
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Cooking with olive oil R1 600
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A culinary workshop focused on pairing olive oil with ingredients and creating flavors.
Includes: Steaming coffee from the Farm Shop, Lunch at the Byzantium, Steaming coffee from the Farm Shop upon arrival, Lunch at Byzantium
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All about eggs: From coop to table R1 600
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A culinary masterclass exploring egg-based seasonal dishes from breakfast and beyond.
Includes: Steaming coffee from the Farm Shop, Lunch at the Old Bakery, Steaming coffee from the Farm Shop upon arrival
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Bake your own at Soetmelksvlei: Winter vegetables R1 600
p.p.
A hands-on baking workshop celebrating winter vegetables in savory, golden bakes.
Includes: Steaming coffee from the Farm Shop, Lunch at the Old Stables Restaurant, Baked goods to take home
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Master meat: all about venison & biltong at Soetmelksvlei R1 600
per person
A hands-on masterclass in the Soetmelksvlei Meat Room where guests learn to break down a springbok into primary cuts and process them into springbok biltong, followed by a hearty lunch.
Includes: Springbok butchery masterclass, Biltong making demonstration, Lunch at the Old Stables Restaurant, Transport to Soetmelksvlei
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Easter delicacies: pickled fish & hot cross buns at Soetmelksvlei R1 600
per person
A hands-on workshop focusing on traditional Easter delicacies, including pickled fish and hot cross buns.
Includes: Steaming coffee from the Farm Shop upon arrival, Hands-on cooking workshop, Lunch at the Old Stables Restaurant
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Perfectly pumpkin: a seasonal baking experience at Soetmelksvlei R1 600
per person
A seasonal baking workshop focused on preparing and baking with pumpkins in a traditional farm setting.
Includes: Steaming coffee from the Farm Shop upon arrival, Baking workshop with Martjie Malan, Lunch at the Old Stables Restaurant
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Learn the Ancient Art of Bookbinding at Soetmelksvlei R1 600
per person
A hands-on workshop where participants learn traditional bookbinding techniques.
Includes: Bookbinding workshop, Personalized hand-bound book, Ride along the slopes of Simonsberg, Hearty lunch at the Old Stables Restaurant
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Magic with milk: make your own butter, soft cheese & yoghurt at Soetmelksvlei R1 600
per person
A hands-on workshop where participants learn the traditional craft of making butter, soft cheese, and yoghurt.
Includes: Milking of the cow, Separating whole milk, Making handmade butter, soft cheese and yoghurt, Hearty lunch at the Old Stables Restaurant, Short ride along the slopes of Simonsberg
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Small Gatherings
Bespoke events, celebrations, and small group gatherings hosted on the estate.
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Babel Group Bookings
Group dining experience at Babel Restaurant for 11 to 25 guests with a seasonal set menu.
Book ahead
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Greenhouse Group Bookings
Group dining experience at the Greenhouse for 13 to 25 guests.
Book ahead
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Spice Garden Group Bookings
Group dining experience in the Spice Garden featuring a menu inspired by fragrant spices.
Book ahead
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Bakery Group Bookings
Group dining experience at the Old Bakery for 13 to 18 guests with a set menu.
Book ahead
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The Soetmelksvlei Experience
An interactive farm experience set in the late 19th century, honoring craftsmanship, heritage food, and farm life.
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Bread Baking
Learn to bake bread in the working farm bakery with master baker Peachy Jacobs.
Includes: Kneading and shaping instruction, Secret recipes
Wines from Babylonstoren
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Sprankel
Chardonnay
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Babylonstoren Viognier
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Chenin Blanc
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Babylonstoren Candide
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Mourvèdre Rosé
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Babel Red
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Cabernet Sauvignon
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Babylonstoren Shiraz
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Babylonstoren Chardonnay
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Babylonstoren Nebukadnesar
Also for sale at Babylonstoren
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Olive Oil
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Extra Virgin Olive Oil Blend
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Frantoio Extra Virgin Olive Oil
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Jonkershuis Farm Shop
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Farm Shop
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