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Welcome the changing colours of winter in the Stellenbosch forests with a visit to the stately Assegaaibosch Manor House.

Just 9 km from Stellenbosch in the Jonkershoek Valley, Assegaaibosch is a picturesque setting for a picnic under the trees or a leisurely day walk. But for visitors who want to linger longer, the historic homestead is an elegant place to spend the night.

Surrounded by 180-year-old oak trees, the Manor House has a traditional thatch roof while yellowwood beams and wooden floors warm the interior. As befits an old homestead, the dining and lounge area is spacious and comfortable. The bathroom and kitchen are newly renovated, so you won’t have to forego modern conveniences. The one exception is television, but you don’t want to be distracted from these beautiful surrounds.

The Assegaaibosch Manor House was built around 1790 and today stands as a national monument and self-catering guesthouse. The guesthouse sleeps six people in two bedrooms and is fully furnished, with bedding and towels provided.

Visit the Manor House before 31 August 2012 and receive a 20% discount on your booking. For further information contact our call centre on 021 483 0190 or email reservation.alert@capenature.co.za

Plans for a leafy escape

• Remember your binoculars, there are some 136 bird species to tick off your list!
• Following the winter rains the reserve becomes a wildflower garden, so enjoy a walk to scan for these natural beauties.
  
• Bring your bike for cycling along the management roads of the reserve as well as on the nearby Jonkershoek Nature Reserve.
  
• Day visitors who want to picnic should come early as a maximum of 60 people are allowed per day on a first come first served basis.