Date: 19 March 2011
Location: Spier Wine Estate near Stellenbosch
Walker: Helen
At Spier for the weekend for a work conference, I found myself with a little free time late one afternoon (my colleagues were doing wine tasting or watching rugby, neither of which interest me). I opted instead for a stroll around the estate, more of less following their Heritage Walk.
Setting off from the manicured gardens of the hotel complex I followed the path to the river and crossed the bridge to the far side.
From here there was a lovely view of the Stellenbosch mountains.
I meandered through the newly planted protea garden.
There was not an awful lot to see here now but in a couple of years, and in the right season, this garden will be gorgeous.
I took another bridge back across the river. So pretty and peaceful.
Then onto the lake, which was still bathed in sunshine.
Next I strolled past some Spier's other sights and attractions: the historic homestead, the wine cellar, the slave bell, assorted different restaurants, the conservation outreach section, the craft market...
And lastly back to the hotel village. Spier is certainly a pleasant place to while away an hour or two!
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4 comments:
I haven't been to Spier in years. Used to stop there with tour groups for wine tasting. I'm probably one of the only people who think Moyo's doesn't fit in there.
I agree with you! We had a meal there, it was a bit disappointing.
Hi Helen - lovely photo's! I've shared your post through our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/spierwinefarm
Regards,
Marina
Cool, thanks Marina!
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