Delaire Graff Estate

Delaire Graff Estate sits on the Helshoogte Pass between Stellenbosch and Franschhoek, on a working vineyard with panoramic views over the Simonsberg and Groot Drakenstein mountains. The lodge buildings use a contemporary architectural style built around natural stone, timber, and glass, designed to keep the vineyard and mountain scenery as the visual focus from every room and public space. Accommodation is split between vineyard-view and garden lodges, each large and individually furnished with art from owner Laurence Graff's personal collection, along with private terraces or plunge pools in most units. Dining is anchored by two restaurants, Delaire Graff Restaurant and the more casual Indochine, both built around estate-grown produce and paired with wines from the property's own cellar; wine tastings and cellar tours run daily for guests and day visitors alike. The destination spa offers a full treatment menu in a garden setting, complemented by two infinity pools positioned to frame the vineyard views, and a fitness studio is available for guests wanting a workout between tastings. The estate also operates a jewellery and art gallery on site, reflecting Graff's background in luxury goods, and a lake with a private island adds to the grounds' resort-like feel. Service is highly personalized, with a dedicated host or butler assigned to guests, restaurant reservations, spa bookings, and Winelands excursions arranged directly through the lodge. The Helshoogte Pass location places it within a short drive of both Stellenbosch and Franschhoek, making it a convenient base for exploring the wider Cape Winelands.