Acara Guesthouse & Cottages in Stellenbosch

Acara Guesthouse & Cottages offers self-catering units with kitchenettes equipped with a refrigerator, microwave, and dishwasher. Rooms like the Thatched Room and Willow Tree Cottage provide air conditioning, private bathroom, and tea/coffee maker. Some have private terraces overlooking the garden and pool with views of the Heidelberg mountains and Table Mountain. The cottages are spacious, spotlessly clean, and include a flat-screen TV and free WiFi.

Continental, buffet, and gluten-free breakfast options are available on request. Guests can use the BBQ facilities and outdoor fireplace for self-catering. The restaurant across the road, 96 Winery Road, serves meals at half the price of the UK. Special diet menus can be arranged, and the host sometimes organizes a communal braai evening for guests.

The solar-heated saltwater pool offers mountain views, with sun loungers and pool towels provided. The large gardens have a picnic area and outdoor furniture. On-site bicycle rental is available for bike tours and cycling. Nearby activities include hiking and walking tours, plus golf at De Zalze Golf Club and Helderberg Village Golf Club.

Acara is located 28 km from Cape Town International Airport, 7 km from Helderberg Village Golf Club, and 14 km from Stellenbosch University. It is close to Jonkershoek Nature Reserve and many wine estates. The R44 road makes it easy to reach Stellenbosch town (20 minutes), and the 96 Winery Road restaurant is directly across the street.

The 24-hour front desk offers concierge service with local tour recommendations. Airport shuttle and car hire are available. Housekeeping and laundry services are provided. Family amenities include babysitting, child services, and board games. The property is pet-friendly with dogs on site. Express check-in/out, luggage storage, safety deposit box, and a solar backup system for power outages are also available.