Monday 31 December 2012

Le Pommier Wine Estate: Happy New Year!

As a final goodbye for 2012 we would like to thank all of our loyal customer/guests/fans.

2012 has been a tough year for some, and easy year for others, and an exciting year for most!

We look forward to welcoming the New Year with you, and we hope that you all stay safe and protected, and manage to make it out on the other side unscathed!

See you all next year!


Thursday 27 December 2012

Le Pommier Wine Estate: New Years Resolutions

As the end of the year approaches, we have a brand new, fresh, untouched year to make the most of...

Have you already decided what your New Years Resolutions are?
Whether it be to quit smoking, or run everyday, or even just to spend a little extra time reading each week -  we want to hear all about what you are planning on doing when the clock strikes TWELVE!

Are you going to kiss that secret crush of yours? 
Are you going to broaden your taste to try some of our delicious wines?
How about finally deciding to book that trip you've always wanted to go on?

You know the saying, "Now or Never!" ? Well... Get going then! Start your New Year off with a BANG! 


Monday 24 December 2012

Le Pommier Wine Estate: Merry Christmas to Everyone!

Merry Christmas to everyone! 

We hope you have a fantastic celebration with those closest to you, and if you are celebrating Christmas in Stellenbosch this year, we hope to see you and wish you personally!

Be safe, and take care of your loved ones over this festive season.

Have a jolly one! 

 

Friday 21 December 2012

Le Pommier Wine Estate: Oude Libertas Season Concerts

You are invited to join again the summer audiences who relish the delights of a unique season of top entertainment under the stars in the Stellenbosch original theatre in the Cape Winelands. Music, theatre and dance once again find a perfect setting under Stellenbosch’s southern sky. Set among tall, rustling trees, the famous open-air Oude Libertas Amphitheatre this year hosts a top line-up of performers in a variety of presentations.
Situated on the slopes of the Papegaaiberg, the Oude Libertas Amphitheatre overlooks the magnificent Stellenbosch mountain range. The Amphitheatre stages a variety of quality productions across a wide spectrum of genres. Come and experience some of the best South African and international productions during the summer seasons. Once you are in the theatre you’ll be swept away by the ambience and tranquillity and realise why the Oude Libertas Amphitheatre is rated as one of the most beautiful open-air theatres in South Africa, if not the world.

Patrons are more than welcome to bring their picnic baskets and a glass of wine to enjoy the famous Oude Libertas lawns. Be sure to diarise the months of November until March on an annual basis to ensure that you become part of what thousands have already experienced over the years.

When: Dates to be confirmed (Tuesday, 01 January 2013 to Monday, 11 March 2013) Where: Stellenbosch

 

Tuesday 18 December 2012

Le Pommier Wine Estate: Supporting fellow wine farms - Spier Harvest Festival

When: Dates to be confirmed (Monday, 25 February 2013) Where: Stellenbosch 

Come and join the celebration to bless the grape harvest at the annual Spier Wine Harvest Festival, in Stellenbosch.
The lawns in front of Eight—Spier’s new ‘farm-to-table’ restaurant—will be transformed into a wine wonderland. Adults can lounge under the trees and enjoy great food and wine, while children join in a host of interactive games.

With so much to do during the day you will find lots of things to have fun, with wine tastings and scrumptious specialty food stalls to create the ultimate wine picnic. This can be enjoyed either on the lawn, or around the harvest table alongside the Eerste River.

Games for all include grape stomping, croquet, and boulle. For kids there will be T-shirt and face painting, and loads of entertainment, including tractor rides to the vineyards, storytelling, magicians, an obstacle course and more.

Gerald Clarke and his band will entertain with guitars, cellos, accordions and singers.

Tickets: R70, for adults, this includes a tasting of two of Spier’s award-winning wines and a special edition wine glass. For kids this includes entrance for five games. Times: 10h00 to 16h00


Sunday 16 December 2012

Le Pommier Wine Estate: Delheim Start of Harvest Festival

When: Saturday, 26 January 2013 Where: Stellenbosch

Its that time of year again to celebrate at the Delheim Start of Harvest Festival. Headlining once again is the famous grape stomp, where teams will clash in pursuit of producing the most juice.
Enjoy the daily programme of a guided vineyard tour, a cellar tour - giving a rare glimpse into a working wine cellar in the midst of harvest. You will be entertained by a jazz band during the cellar tour. Bring your kids for a family day out as they can join in the fun at the kiddies grape stomp. More fun activities to join in are barrel-rolling, grape-grabbing, chaotic stomping sequence with onlookers shouting out ‘helpful’ hints. Prizes will be awarded for the most juice stomped, with spot prizes allocated according to quirky themes. ‘Guess the cultivar’ grape tastings will take place throughout the day, and prizes will be awarded for the nearest guess.

Tickets will be restricted to the first 100 bookings. Paninis will be available for purchase on the day, or pre-book one of Delheim’s delicious picnics - there is something for everyone!

Venue: Delheim Wine Farm, Knorhoek Road, off the R44, Stellenbosch Telephone: +27 (0)21 888-4600 for more information.


Thursday 13 December 2012

What to do in Stellenbosch

The Stellenbosch region offers endless sights and activities for the nature lover, wine connoisseur, art and culture enthusiast, families, businessmen, academics and history buffs. 
Activities and attractions include hikes, wine estates, art galleries and museums, theatre, a route dedicated to families with children, the famous Stellenbosch University campus, historic routes, bookstores and libraries - to mention but a few. There are equal opportunities for both the nature enthusiast and outdoor adventurer.

Keep updated on what's on in and around Stellenbosch here

Monday 10 December 2012

Looking for a township experience?

If you are staying at Le Pommier and wondering what to do in the area, we can recommend going to see AmaZink Live.  They offer an unforgettable evening of entertainment and dining for both local and overseas visitors. Customers will be given the chance to experience township hospitality and “lekka” local music like never before.

See more here 

Sunday 9 December 2012

Le Pommier Wine Estate: Blaauklippen Vineyards Family Market

How about doing your festive shopping on a wine farm this year? Then join us in Stellenbosch at the Blaauwklippen Vineyards Family Market’s Annual Christmas market.
An excellent variety of jewelry, clothes and other lifestyle products will be available as well as a gift wrap station. Live music will be played to entertain you while you do your shopping. Be sure to come with an appetite as delicious food stalls will be on offer as well as preserves, fresh produce, cheese and more inside the carriage museum.

Visit the wine centre for wine tasting and try the recently launched Before and After Aperitif, perfect for Christmas lunch. Children are most welcome as a facility will be available for their entertainment and if they are behaved, Santa might even stop by . . .

When: Monday, 17 December 2012 to Saturday, 22 December 2012
Where: Stellenbosch
Contact: Hugo on +27 (0)84 608-6325 for more information.


Friday 7 December 2012

Stellenbosch Wine Festival


The Stellenbosch Wine Festival, the flagship event of South Africa’s iconic wine region, stomps its way into a new era this January with an expanded ten-day program designed to showcase in a bigger, better and bolder fashion the delightfully diverse town of Stellenbosch from 25 January until 3 February 2013.

It all culminates at a three-day Wine Expo which will be located in the heart of the vibrant town and feature interactive stands and tasting programmes from over 130 wine and gourmet food producers. The Wine Expo is set to take place from 1 to 3 February on Die Braak
 
More here: http://www.stellenbosch.travel/whats-on/festivals/stellenbosch-wine-festival

Wednesday 5 December 2012

A Winelands Hike for the whole family

Enjoy the sunset over Table Mountain with stunning views of the Winelands and a picnic under the full moon rising over Klapmutskop.  28 Dec 2012.

This 9.75km marked circle route through the vineyards starts at the Trail Centre on Delvera Farm.  The route offers the unique experience of hiking through the Renosterveld Conservancy and Yellowwood forest to the top of Klapmutskop. 
It can take up to 1.5 hours to reach the top so best be there no later than 18h00, to ensure you don’t miss out on the complete experience.

Book your accommodation at Le Pommier:  021 885 1269

Find out more about the hike here

Monday 3 December 2012

The Great Gastby is on in Stellenbosch

The Great Gatsby is on at Spier Wine Estate in December.  Self Catering accommodation is available at Le Pommier for people travelling from far to see this amazing production.   Come along, have fun and then stay over at Le Pommier! You are welcome!

Book now 021 885 1269
 

"The Great Gatsby interactive stage adaption takes you back to the decade better known as the ”Roaring Twenties” in the US, it’s the time of Prohibition, the Foxtrot, the Ford Model T, so dress up in your 20s best and join us for an unforgettable night of dancing and unbridled hedonism on the Spier lawn."

More here:http://www.stellenbosch.travel/whats-on/food-wine/great-gatsby
 

Friday 30 November 2012

Stellenbosch Organic Farmer's Market

Where: Stellenbosch Waldorf School
When: Every Saturday 8am - 12pm

Buy organic vegetables and fruit at their market every Saturday morning between 8am - 12pm. While you're there, enjoy a hearty breakfast and home-industry-style cakes and preserves
The Natural and Organic Farmers' Market is an established initiative of the Stellenbosch Waldorf School, situated in the classic winelands of the Cape. Its primary purpose is to generate funds by providing a vehicle for the promotion and selling of organic and natural produce and wares.
This includes supporting not only certified producers, but also those who demonstrate a clear intention to become certified organic producers or follow a wholesome, natural ethic in their practices. Supporting emerging producers is of primary importance, as is fostering a community of interested and informed people.
In addition to being a self-funding organism, the Natural and Organic Farmers' Market also funds bursaries for children to be able to derive the benefits of a Waldorf School education. So, come and support this worthy cause that helps to grow a healthy school, while enjoying one of Marianne's legendary breakfasts under the trees.

Make difference, go organic.

If not, try it - maybe you'll like it!

We hope to see you there!


Wednesday 28 November 2012

Fellow vineyards Festive Family Market

Blaauwklippen Vineyards is hosting a Famil Market, and in the spirri of the festive season, we encourage you to drop in! The event is running for six days, which gives you plenty of time to get all your Christmas shopping completed well before D-day! 

When: Monday, 17 December 2012 to Saturday, 22 December 2012
Where:
Stellenbosch
Categories: Annual Festivals / Entertainment / Food & Wine

How about doing your festive shopping on a wine farm this year? Then join us in Stellenbosch at the Blaauwklippen Vineyards Family Market’s Annual Christmas market.

An excellent variety of jewelry, clothes and other lifestyle products will be available as well as a gift wrap station. Live music will be played to entertain you while you do your shopping. Be sure to come with an appetite as delicious food stalls will be on offer as well as preserves, fresh produce, cheese and more inside the carriage museum.


Visit the wine centre for wine tasting and try the recently launched Before and After Aperitif, perfect for Christmas lunch. Children are most welcome as a facility will be available for their entertainment and if they are behaved, Santa might even stop by . . .


Contact:
Hugo on +27 (0)84 608-6325 for more information.

We hope to see you celebrating in style this Christmas - with us all here in Stellenbosch!

 

Monday 26 November 2012

Christmas Festivity!

When: Friday, 30 November 2012
Where:
Stellenbosch
Categories: Annual Festivals / Arts & Culture / Food & Wine


This market, although labelled the 'Candlelight Market', is in fact the Stellenbosch Fresh Goods Market's Christmas market and a great market if you're after organic meat and turkey for your Christmas dinner, and haven't yet made a Christmas cake. Whilst there is a focus on food and all things slow, there is also a boutique gift and clothing section with local crafts. Bring your own blanket as there is also carol singing, and the chance to taste the product of micro-breweries and boutique wineries.


Why not make a weekend out of it and do a round trip and give us a visit here at Le Pommier too?  We know Christmas is a time for celebrating, and we sure know how to make this season a festive one!

Venue:
Oude Libertas, Stellenbosch
Time:
18h00 to 22h00
Telephone:
+27 (0)21 886-8514 for more information.


Wednesday 7 November 2012

What a GREAT and busy weekend at Le Pommier!


Now that summer has finally arrived in the Western Cape, Le Pommier is very busy.  Last weekend,  we hosted a 17th birthday function for Amore Cyster and her friends.  Look at all these gorgeous young ladies enjoying good food and good friendship!  
Happy Birthday Amore Cyster
We also had the Ghost Riders Motorcycle club at the estate for lunch on Sunday and they were great fun.
Ghost Riders Motorcycle club




Ghost Riders Motorcycle club
Please book in advance for lunch, dinner and functions as we are fortunate to be fairly fully booked up in advance. 



 Guests enjoying their day out at Le Pommier last weekend.

Monday 5 November 2012

Ladies lunch at the new SPA

The new spa at Le Pommier held a ladies luncheon on Saturday.  They introduced the new Gatineau products to their guests.  The spa will be having a ladies morning every couple of months, so watch this space for news of the next one.  If you would like to be included in the mailing list for invitations, please email infospa@lepommier.co.za.  We will also post on Facebook and Twitter when we have finalised the date for the next one. 



Friday 26 October 2012

Caribbean Spray Tan at Le Pommier Spa


INDIVIDUAL
  • R295 per spray tan


PACKAGE

  • Course of 6 (Package valid for 6months) - R1650. Saving of R220







Monday 22 October 2012

The Spa's Ultimate Couple Package



  • Sauna or Hydrotherapy Bath (decision is yours) 
  • Full Body Massage
  • Classic Facial Treatment
  • Express Manicure Or Pedicure

3hours - R1150 per person (Delicious Spa Lunch included)

Friday 19 October 2012

Massage therapies at Le Pommier Spa



TRADITIONAL SWEDISH MASSAGE 

Full Body - 75min - R385
BNS - 45min - R295
BNS - 60min - R350

AROMATHERAPY  MASSAGE
Full Body - 60min - R450

REFLEXOLOGY  
45min - R265
 
FOOT & LEG MASSAGE
40min- R250

MANUAL LYMPH DRAINAGE
Full Body - 70min - R430
Package of 8 - R3240
Problem Area - 45min - R295
Package of 8 - R2250

HOTSTONE MASSAGE
Full Body - 70min - R520
BNS - 45min - R380

A perfect combination, add a full body exfoliation to your next massage treatment.

EXFOLIATION
Full Body Exfoliation - 30min - R275
Add Body exfoliation to any massage treatment - R250

Tuesday 16 October 2012

Monday 15 October 2012

Le Pommier: Rhenish School Celebrates Teacher's Day with us!

On Friday, we had the teacher's from Rhenish Girl's High School in Stellenbosch celebrate Teacher's Day with a fantastic lunch!

It was great to have you all there with us, and we hope you enjoyed your time with us too!








Saturday 13 October 2012

The Sanctuary Spa - Experience Package


  • Full Body Scrub
  • Relaxing Hydrotherapy Bath
  • Full Body Aromatherapy Massage
  • Classic Facial Treatment
  • Our Famous Spa Pedicure and Spa Manicure
  • 4hours -  R1595