About this property

This guesthouse is situated in Paradyskloof, Stellenbosch, in the heart of the Cape winelands. It offers elegant rooms with private balconies and views of Simonsberg, the Stellenbosch Mountains and Helderberg Mountains. Each of the four guest bedrooms at Penelope's Stellenbosch has a king-size bed, Netflix (no DSTV) and en-suite bathroom with a heated towel rail and shower. Some rooms have a bath/shower combination. A full breakfast is served on the verandah (enclosed in winter), or in front of the fireplace. Penelope's Stellenbosch has an outdoor pool and sun terrace. There are also plenty of hiking opportunities surrounding the property. Penelope's Stellenbosch has a power back-up system installed for power outages, as well as a borehole on site.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

    • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

    • Breakfast info

    • Full English/Irish, Buffet, Breakfast to go

    • Free private parking available on-site


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
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2 single beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Aune
    Namibia Namibia
    My stay was very pleasant and comfortable, it felt like I was home
  • Akhona
    South Africa South Africa
    Cosy and intimate space. The host is very friendly and professional, she kept us updated prior to arrival. The place is super clean with comfortable big beds.
  • Andrew
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very nice quie location close to the centre of stellenbosch , with a nice size pool and garden
  • David
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The breakfast was exceptional in quality of produce! Penelope and her husband were superb hosts and we felt very much at home. We appreciated the shared kitchen area with its fresh milk for tea/coffee
  • Piat
    Mauritius Mauritius
    The setup was perfect. The details and comfort amazing. Very welcoming and well organised room
  • Ellen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Stunning guest house. Lovely staff. Bed was very comfortable. Loved the pool.
  • Nina
    Portugal Portugal
    A lovely and quiet location, the room had an amazing view of the mountain. The owner Penelope made us so welcome. We were very impressed with the eye for detail! The espresso cups were Illy and not just the cheapest from the supermarket, beautiful...
  • Philip
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Our second stay at Penelope’s, excellent as last year’s stay. Charming hosts, every need was catered for.
  • Valerie
    South Africa South Africa
    Very bright light with lots of flowers all around in a quiet residential area
  • Meera
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely house and great facilities. Very hospitable owners.

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Penelope

9.9
Host review score
Penelope
Welcome to Penelope's, a charming 4-bedroom guest house nestled in the tranquil neighbourhood of Paradyskloof, Stellenbosch. We proudly offer four private and comfortable rooms, each featuring en-suite bathrooms and private balconies with stunning views of Stellenbosch Mountain. Each room is thoughtfully equipped with a king-size bed (which can be converted to twin beds), air-conditioning, a flat-screen smart TV with Netflix (note, we do not have DStv), a hair dryer, complimentary Wi-Fi, and a Nespresso machine for your convenience. Start your day with a delicious, freshly prepared breakfast, served either on our inviting patio or in the spacious breakfast room. For guests who prefer not to have breakfast, a communal kitchenette equipped with a refrigerator, kettle, toaster, and more is available for your use. Rest easy knowing that we have NO LOAD SHEDDING, thanks to our solar power system with batteries and an inverter. Our location is perfectly convenient, with a KwikSpar convenience store, an Engen service station with Woolies Foods, and a Bossa family restaurant all within walking distance. Within a 2km radius of Penelope's, you'll find the Stellenbosch MediClinic hospital, Stellenbosch Golf Course, Technopark Office Park, Stellenbosch Square Shopping Centre, and De Zalze Golf Course. The vibrant centre of Stellenbosch and Stellenbosch University are approximately 2.5km from our guest house.
We welcome guests, but we acknowledge that some individuals may prefer to avoid social interactions. Residing on the property, we are at your disposal to assist with the planning of your visit. We look forward to welcoming you to Penelope's, where comfort and convenience await.
Our location is perfectly convenient, with a KwikSpar convenience store, an Engen service station with Woolies Foods, and a Bossa family restaurant all within walking distance. Within a 2km radius of Penelope's, you'll find the Stellenbosch MediClinic hospital, Stellenbosch Golf Course, Technopark Office Park, Stellenbosch Square Shopping Centre, and De Zalze Golf Course. The vibrant centre of Stellenbosch and Stellenbosch University are approximately 2.5km from our guest house. Explore the local wine estates such as Waterford, Vriesenhof, Dornier, Blaauwklippen, Stellenzicht, and De Zalze, all located nearby. For dining, consider Waterford, Rust en Vrede, Guardian Peak, Stellenbosch Golf Club, Bossa Restaurant, or venture to Church Street for more delightful options.
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,German,English

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House rules

Penelope's Stellenbosch takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 19:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
VisaMastercard Cash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 07:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Penelope's Stellenbosch in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.