At Blue Gum Country Estate, We pride ourselves on offering visitors a unique experience in a welcoming environment. We also place great value in our staff, as a result you’ll find that everyone is actively responsible for making your stay memorable. We want you to feel like you’re in a private home – but with no obligation to your hosts. And as our guest, we’ll make sure you’re taken care of, down to the last detail.
Owners Anton and Tarryn de Kock strive to provide you with an experience that encapsulates those things we tend to gloss over in the rush of modern life – an opportunity to relax in comfortable, tranquil surrounds with good food, superb local wines, great views and plenty of fresh air.
Experience a working farm
Long before the first title deed to Blue Gum farm was granted, this part of the Overberg was home to the Khoisan, groups of nomadic hunter gatherers who roamed the surrounding mountains and picturesque coastline. Traditionally, Blue Gum was a vegetable and small stock farm, and as such has produced everything from artichokes to sunflowers, and pigs to sheep.
Today Blue Gum is being established as a wine farm with three hectares of Shiraz grapes under cultivation and and a further seven hectares of Sauvignon Blanc and Merlot planned. We also farm olives over two hectares. The estate extends up the Klein Rivier Mountain directly behind the guest house and we encourage you to explore the estate and discover the many diverse flora and fauna that share our environment with us. Not to mention the more than 100 bird species spotted to date. For those less energetically inclined, join us for a sundowner at the Boma patio bar adjacent to the main lounge where the views are spectacular, the sounds magical and the memories unforgettable.
Blue Gum Country Estate so named after the 140-year old Blue Gum tree that grows on our front lawn, the estate is both a working farm dating back to 1839 and a private, family-run guest house.
Blue Gum Country Estate Rates
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Blue Gum Country Estate Accommodations
The 12 rooms at Blue Gum Estate are all different, as you would expect in a private home. Some are more spacious, others more family-friendly, but they all have a warm domestic feeling with an emphasis on quality and comfort. Several of the rooms have open fireplaces, which we are more than happy to light for you.
Whether you stay in the old Manor House suites, the more private Mountain View Cottages or our Blue Gum Family Rooms, you’ll discover a tranquil retreat that offers something for everyone from honeymoon couples to solo travellers and large family groups. With this in mind we have two restaurants on the estate: BARKE caters for families and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner; while our more formal option The Blue Gum Restaurant is open for dinner, and caters to adults only. Breakfast is included in the room rate. We also have experienced babysitters, who need to be booked in advance at an additional cost.
Manor House
Manor House
Our accommodation is designed to cater to every requirement. We have five luxurious Manor House Suites in the original farmhouse that are inspired by the area’s colonial and indigenous heritage. Decorated in a mix of rich earthy tones and crisp whites, each suite is spacious and comes with a private verandah that leads out onto sprawling views of the vineyards and surrounding valleys and the beautifully manicured gardens. Each suite comes with a King-size bed (we can also change this to twin beds if required) and are equipped with a full bathroom that includes a bath and shower. No children under 12 years of age.
- African Colonial Style.
- Twin or King Bed.
- Full Bathroom (Shower & Bath).
- Tea & Coffee Facilities.
- In Room Fan.
- Bar fridge.
- Electronic safe.
- bath robes.
- TV (Select Channels).
- Complimentary Toiletries.
- Private Veranda with Mountain Views.
Honeymoon Suites
Honeymoon Suites
We have two honeymoon suites at Blue Gum Estate that are housed within the Manor House and each comes with either a private garden or a verandah. They also have a fireplace, a double open bath with double showers and a King-size bed.
- African Colonial Style.
- King Bed.
- Full Bathroom (Double Shower & Bath).
- Tea & Coffee Facilities.
- In Room Fan.
- Fireplace.
- Bar fridge.
- Electronic safe.
- bath robes.
- TV (Select Channels).
- Complimentary Toiletries.
- Private Veranda with Vineyard Views (Lion).
- Private Courtyard (Guinea Fowl).
Each of our 5 family-friendly Mountain View Cottages are conveniently situated close to the restaurant and kids play area, making them perfect for families travelling with younger children. Two of the cottages can accommodate four people with a main bedroom and an adjoining room with two single beds. The other three come with a Queen-size bed but are spacious enough to accommodate extra mattresses and camp cots should our family cottages be unavailable.
Decorated in elegant English country style with soft colours, comfortable furniture and the warmth of wood underfoot, they all lead out onto the garden and offer mountain views from every window. Each cottage is equipped with a full bathroom that includes a bath and shower.
- English Country Style.
- Queen Bed.
- Family Units (Queen & Twin Beds).
- Full Bathroom (Shower & Bath).
- Tea & Coffee Facilities.
- In Room Fan.
- Fireplace.
- Bar fridge.
- Electronic safe.
- bath robes.
- TV (Select Channels).
- Complimentary Toiletries.
- Private Verandah with Mountain Views.
Blue Gum Cottages
Blue Gum Cottages
Set away from the main hotel, our two Blue Gum Rooms are also family-friendly but more suited to those families with older children. Each cottage sleeps two, and comes with a King-size bed and an en-suite shower, as well as a private patio.
- African Colonial Style.
- Twin or King Bed.
- Shower only.
- Tea & Coffee Facilities.
- TV (Select Channels).
- Complimentary Toiletries.
- Private Veranda with Vineyard Views.
All our rooms are set amongst an olive grove, vineyards, rolling lawns and extensive gardens with access to the hotel’s swimming pool and tennis court. Mountain bikes are available for use by hotel guests. We also have an extensive library with board games and boule sets as well as a library of DVD’s.
We can supply mattresses, children’s camp cots, microwaves, DVD players (with access to our DVD library), all at an additional nominal cost.
Blue Gum Country Estate Dining
We make no apologies about food being a main drawcard at Blue Gum Estate. We have two restaurants: BARKE, catering for families and informal get togethers. It is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner; while our more formal option The Blue Gum Restaurant is open for dinner, and caters to adults only. We also offer a restricted room service menu from BARKE daily from 12h00 to 14h30.
Introducing our chef Isaac Sykes
Our chef Isaac Sykes took a circuitous route to the kitchen, originally training as an airforce engineer before realising that his true passion was food. Today he puts his engineering skills to good use in the kitchen’s extensive organic herb and vegetable garden, that he tends with the same passion and creativity with which he plans our delectable menus. His commitment to using local produce and organic ingredients can be seen in the constant development of our seasonal menus, and in the creation of every dish from scratch in our kitchens.
Breakfast is included in the daily rate and is served in BARKE. Should you wish to have tea and fresh scones in the afternoon, just let us know and we’ll arrange for it to be served in the lounge or delivered directly to your room. We also pride ourselves on our selection of local wines.
Opening times:
BARKE
Breakfast 08h30 to 10h30
Lunch 12h00 to 14h30
Dinner 18h00 to 21h30
THE BLUE GUM RESTAURANT
Dinner 19h00 to 21h30
Blue Gum Country Estate Weddings
We’re big on special events…and at Blue Gum Estate we’re happy to host weddings, parties, dinners and formal or informal receptions. Our wedding venue can host a ceremony and reception for up to 85 guests and our estate can accommodate up to 28 guests. There is also a wide variety of accommodation options available for additional guests within a 10km radius of the estate. Use the hotel and estate to suit your occasion and we’ll make it happen, ensuring that your special day is unforgettable.
Blue Gum Country Estate Gallery
Blue Gum Country Estate Reviews
“Very friendly staff, beautiful and quiet environment, great comfort, truly exceptional dinners! We stayed here for 2 nights with a baby. The room was good, nice terrace with small playground. It is a good stay when you want to stay at the whale coast but want to keep distance to the busy en touristy hermanus.”-515bertc
“Really nice place to stay. Quiet, peaceful in lovely surroundings. Great rooms with lots of character. Good food. Lots of activities in the surrounding area from shark diving to walking in the hills. Definitely recommend for family or couples”-AY1966
“We had an awesome time, loved the hospitality. Well trained staff and the food was excellent. It felt like home away from home. The rooms are spacious with beautiful settings and well maintained. We’ll definitely come back and bring the kids along.”-Sanda05
Blue Gum Country Estate Enquiry Form
- Rates
Blue Gum Country Estate Rates
Enquire today for the latest rates!
- Accommodation
Blue Gum Country Estate Accommodations
The 12 rooms at Blue Gum Estate are all different, as you would expect in a private home. Some are more spacious, others more family-friendly, but they all have a warm domestic feeling with an emphasis on quality and comfort. Several of the rooms have open fireplaces, which we are more than happy to light for you.
Whether you stay in the old Manor House suites, the more private Mountain View Cottages or our Blue Gum Family Rooms, you’ll discover a tranquil retreat that offers something for everyone from honeymoon couples to solo travellers and large family groups. With this in mind we have two restaurants on the estate: BARKE caters for families and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner; while our more formal option The Blue Gum Restaurant is open for dinner, and caters to adults only. Breakfast is included in the room rate. We also have experienced babysitters, who need to be booked in advance at an additional cost.
Manor House
Manor House
Our accommodation is designed to cater to every requirement. We have five luxurious Manor House Suites in the original farmhouse that are inspired by the area’s colonial and indigenous heritage. Decorated in a mix of rich earthy tones and crisp whites, each suite is spacious and comes with a private verandah that leads out onto sprawling views of the vineyards and surrounding valleys and the beautifully manicured gardens. Each suite comes with a King-size bed (we can also change this to twin beds if required) and are equipped with a full bathroom that includes a bath and shower. No children under 12 years of age.
- African Colonial Style.
- Twin or King Bed.
- Full Bathroom (Shower & Bath).
- Tea & Coffee Facilities.
- In Room Fan.
- Bar fridge.
- Electronic safe.
- bath robes.
- TV (Select Channels).
- Complimentary Toiletries.
- Private Veranda with Mountain Views.
Honeymoon Suites
Honeymoon Suites
We have two honeymoon suites at Blue Gum Estate that are housed within the Manor House and each comes with either a private garden or a verandah. They also have a fireplace, a double open bath with double showers and a King-size bed.
- African Colonial Style.
- King Bed.
- Full Bathroom (Double Shower & Bath).
- Tea & Coffee Facilities.
- In Room Fan.
- Fireplace.
- Bar fridge.
- Electronic safe.
- bath robes.
- TV (Select Channels).
- Complimentary Toiletries.
- Private Veranda with Vineyard Views (Lion).
- Private Courtyard (Guinea Fowl).
Each of our 5 family-friendly Mountain View Cottages are conveniently situated close to the restaurant and kids play area, making them perfect for families travelling with younger children. Two of the cottages can accommodate four people with a main bedroom and an adjoining room with two single beds. The other three come with a Queen-size bed but are spacious enough to accommodate extra mattresses and camp cots should our family cottages be unavailable.
Decorated in elegant English country style with soft colours, comfortable furniture and the warmth of wood underfoot, they all lead out onto the garden and offer mountain views from every window. Each cottage is equipped with a full bathroom that includes a bath and shower.
- English Country Style.
- Queen Bed.
- Family Units (Queen & Twin Beds).
- Full Bathroom (Shower & Bath).
- Tea & Coffee Facilities.
- In Room Fan.
- Fireplace.
- Bar fridge.
- Electronic safe.
- bath robes.
- TV (Select Channels).
- Complimentary Toiletries.
- Private Verandah with Mountain Views.
Blue Gum Cottages
Blue Gum Cottages
Set away from the main hotel, our two Blue Gum Rooms are also family-friendly but more suited to those families with older children. Each cottage sleeps two, and comes with a King-size bed and an en-suite shower, as well as a private patio.
- African Colonial Style.
- Twin or King Bed.
- Shower only.
- Tea & Coffee Facilities.
- TV (Select Channels).
- Complimentary Toiletries.
- Private Veranda with Vineyard Views.
All our rooms are set amongst an olive grove, vineyards, rolling lawns and extensive gardens with access to the hotel’s swimming pool and tennis court. Mountain bikes are available for use by hotel guests. We also have an extensive library with board games and boule sets as well as a library of DVD’s.
We can supply mattresses, children’s camp cots, microwaves, DVD players (with access to our DVD library), all at an additional nominal cost.
- Dining
Blue Gum Country Estate Dining
We make no apologies about food being a main drawcard at Blue Gum Estate. We have two restaurants: BARKE, catering for families and informal get togethers. It is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner; while our more formal option The Blue Gum Restaurant is open for dinner, and caters to adults only. We also offer a restricted room service menu from BARKE daily from 12h00 to 14h30.
Introducing our chef Isaac Sykes
Our chef Isaac Sykes took a circuitous route to the kitchen, originally training as an airforce engineer before realising that his true passion was food. Today he puts his engineering skills to good use in the kitchen’s extensive organic herb and vegetable garden, that he tends with the same passion and creativity with which he plans our delectable menus. His commitment to using local produce and organic ingredients can be seen in the constant development of our seasonal menus, and in the creation of every dish from scratch in our kitchens.Breakfast is included in the daily rate and is served in BARKE. Should you wish to have tea and fresh scones in the afternoon, just let us know and we’ll arrange for it to be served in the lounge or delivered directly to your room. We also pride ourselves on our selection of local wines.
Opening times:
BARKE
Breakfast 08h30 to 10h30
Lunch 12h00 to 14h30
Dinner 18h00 to 21h30THE BLUE GUM RESTAURANT
Dinner 19h00 to 21h30
- Weddings
Blue Gum Country Estate Weddings
We’re big on special events…and at Blue Gum Estate we’re happy to host weddings, parties, dinners and formal or informal receptions. Our wedding venue can host a ceremony and reception for up to 85 guests and our estate can accommodate up to 28 guests. There is also a wide variety of accommodation options available for additional guests within a 10km radius of the estate. Use the hotel and estate to suit your occasion and we’ll make it happen, ensuring that your special day is unforgettable.
- Gallery
Blue Gum Country Estate Gallery
- Tripadvisor
Blue Gum Country Estate Reviews
“Very friendly staff, beautiful and quiet environment, great comfort, truly exceptional dinners! We stayed here for 2 nights with a baby. The room was good, nice terrace with small playground. It is a good stay when you want to stay at the whale coast but want to keep distance to the busy en touristy hermanus.”-515bertc
“Really nice place to stay. Quiet, peaceful in lovely surroundings. Great rooms with lots of character. Good food. Lots of activities in the surrounding area from shark diving to walking in the hills. Definitely recommend for family or couples”-AY1966
“We had an awesome time, loved the hospitality. Well trained staff and the food was excellent. It felt like home away from home. The rooms are spacious with beautiful settings and well maintained. We’ll definitely come back and bring the kids along.”-Sanda05
- Enquiry
Blue Gum Country Estate Enquiry Form