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De Kuilen Country House

An Evocation of 18th Century Cape Dutch elegance and hospitality - a stone's throw away from Sandton's business districts.

Description

Gracious living on seven acres in Sandton. Charming and elegant cottages set in large tranquil gardens, each with fireplace, air-conditioning, fans, some with jacuzzis. Two can be self catering with superbly equipped kitchens. Each cottage has the ambience of an old Cape farmhouse, with Cape antiques, original art,satellite TV, private entrance,& verandah leading to garden fragrant with roses and herbs. Breakfast on the rose terrace or by the fireside. Gourmet dinners enhanced by candlelight on silver & crystal reflect the expertise of a French trained chef. 

Small conferences: our establishment is the perfect venue for your small conference or meeting - only 20 minutes from Sandton, but with a far-from-it-all atmosphere.

Cuisine

The highlight of any stay at de Kuilen Country House must be the four-course gourmet dinner.

Presenting a Table d'Hote menu, a French-trained chef creates three exquisite options for each course. Served in the Manor House or Courtyard with an intimate ambience enhanced by the glow of candlelight on silver, crystal and fine linen. Your choice from the superior wine list completes an unforgettable evening.

 

The menu is changed frequently, but among our guest's favourites are our wonderful Souffle of Roquefort Cheese with pears, Medallions of Kingklip with
oriental vegetables, Cape Malay curry, and our superb range of fresh game and seafood dishes.

Accommodation

Birdsong Cottage consists of a luxurious bedroom and a separate dressing room which can take a cot.  It has an en suite bathroom with both bath and free standing shower, a very large lounge/dining room with fireplace leading on to the outdoor living area and a fully equipped kitchen.

The Birdsong Cottage can be made interleading with Pomegranate Cottage for families. Together, these two cottages can accommodate a family of five (5) - (2 adults and 2-3 small children).  Children of all ages are welcome.

Pomegranate Cottage

 Romantic favorite of honeymooners, Pomegranate is tucked away in a secluded corner of the beauteous gardens.  It is beautifully decorated with imported Persian rugs and original art. The en suite bathroom also has a free standing shower. 
The large airy bedroom leads into a conservatory - filled with fragrant exotic plants and orchids where you can relax and enjoy long lazy breakfasts under the southern skies in all weathers.


You can unwind and renew yourself in a pristine sunken Jacuzzi. And for more relaxation the outdoor terrace is also totally private with fountain, roses, herbs, tall trees, a hammock, many magazines and coffee table books. 

Pomegranate Cottage can be made interleading with Birdsong Cottage for families. The two cottages together can accommodate a family of  five - two adults and 3 small children

Arum Lily Cottage including
Lavender Loft

Special Offer: Luxury Suite, conservatory + fireplace,full kitchen, lounge + 2nd fireplace, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms en suite.

Arum Lily Cottage consists of an en suite bedroom, a beautifully equipped kitchen and private conservatory verandah for outdoor dining and relaxing. 

Interleading with Lavender Loft, which consists of an en suite bedroom, a cozy lounge with fireplace and a private verandah for outdoor dining.

The Treehouse

Another pleasant option is to stay in "The Tree House", 
our bed and breakfast option on the same property, a
smaller suite, charmingly and freshly decorated. You
will experience the same attention to detail and courteous
concern for the enjoyment of your stay as at De Kuilen itself.

 
For the young at heart - A large romantic bedroom leads out 
into a roof garden with a covered outdoor lounge, where you 
can relax on a summer evening to the sound of the fountain, 
or bask in the warm Highveld sunshine in winter.a

 

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Contact Details

Name of hostsDe Kuilen Country House
Tel:(011)7042421
fax(011)4626819
Cell+27 (0) 83 769-2960
5 Star
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Attractions

Superior wine list. Spa facilities, jogging track, walks, swimming pool. Golf, free gym, game viewing, horse riding, wing-shooting arranged. French & German spoken.

Airport Transfer available : R220 minimum and R110 per person, per trip in a luxurious BM.

  • ON-SITE: BEAUTICIAN trained in slimming treatments, facials, aromatherapy and massage: in your suite by appointment.  Swimming pool and Jacuzzi.

  • NEARBY: Malls and shopping centers, award winning restaurants, fitness center with indoor pool, golf courses and driving ranges, horse riding, and complimentary gym passes.

  • The Spa

Our aim at the Spa is to offer comfort, tranquility and excellent hospitality for everyone in the family, for every month of the year.

The Spa at de Kuilen is an oasis of peace and tranquility. The holistic philosophy aims to harmonise mind and body in an environment of pure relaxation. This is a place to find inner calm, where you can simply relax your mind and let go of your thoughts.

Surrender to a relaxation therapy in a place of calm. Choose an aromatherapy massage to quiet the mind, release tensions and find a connection to your inner self. Opt for a holistic massage to promote optimal muscular health and post-workout recovery or select the ultimate in pampering: indulge in a beauty treatment.

There are treatments available from the tips of your fingers to the ends of your toes including facials, manicures, and pedicures. 

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Accolades

5 Star:Tourism Council of SA Star Grading

TGCSA Star Grading

5 Star

Facilities

  • Private telephone, satellite TV, video/C.D. player, bedroom safe, hairdryer, fluffy white toweling gowns and slippers - no disturbances.

  • Kettle, hospitality tray, coffee machine, microwave available for each suite. ‘Starter’ provisions (on request), selection of teas and coffees, and Belgian chocolates. There is a mini-bar fridge in each suite, fresh fruit and flowers in abundance.

  • Self-catering: Arum Lily and Birdsong Cottages have full kitchens if required.

  • Fax and e-mails received, modem jack (ADSL) and desk in each room.

  • Laundry and pressing service.

  • Car and shoe cleaning. Dry Cleaning drop-off and collect.

  • Safe covered parking on the property with excellent security.

  • Airport transfers and car hire arranged.

  • Reductions made for long stays where possible.

  • On parle francais ici. Some of us also speak German.


Directions

DIRECTIONS TO DE KUILEN COUNTRY HOUSE: As you leave JAN SMUTS AIRPORT take JOHANNESBURG FORK TO RIGHT: R24 (N3). After about 9 km look out for a large overhead sign to Germiston/Johannesburg/Pretoria. AT 10.4 KM TAKE LEFT FORK at the sign (Germiston/Johannesburg/Pretoria) then IMMEDIATE RIGHT FORK (Johannesburg/Pretoria) THEN QUARTER CLOVER-LEAF TURN LEFT ONTO N3 (Pretoria). (All in one.) (Avoid "London Rd., Sandton" turnoff.) At about 15 km there is a Johannesburg sign to left. DO NOT TAKE THIS, ALSO AVOID PRETORIA OFF-RAMP CONTINUE STRAIGHT ON, IN MIDDLE OR RIGHT HAND LANE MARKED ROODEPOORT. After about 2 km you will see the off-ramp BEFORE OURS (100, SANDTON, Rivonia road). After this keep to left. ABOUT 5 KM FURTHER TAKE OFF-RAMP 95, SANDTON, WILLIAM NICHOL DRIVE. AFTER WILLIAM NICHOL OFF-RAMP, TURN RIGHT IMMEDIATELY towards Fourways, at 1st traffic-light. There is another traffic-light shortly, at the end of the bridge over freeway. (2nd) AT NEXT (3rd) TRAFFIC-LIGHT, about 800m from off-ramp, TURN LEFT INTO LESLIE AVENUE. CONTINUE THROUGH a stop street then a TRAFFIC LIGHT (Douglas Drive), at petrol station and shops. AT SECOND TRAFFIC LIGHT, just after SANDTON BIBLE CHURCH sign, TURN RIGHT INTO GLENLUCE DRIVE. Please fill in security form at BOOM ACROSS ROAD. Just before the curve in the road you will see the tall, white arch over our gate on the right hand side.