A WORLD-CLASS DESTINATION
Surrounded by three awe-inspiring mountain ranges, Val de Vie Estate is located within the Paarl-Franschhoek Valley, where historic farms and the natural splendour of the Cape Floral Kingdom beckon visitors from across the globe. Residents and visitors to the region enjoy the valley’s charming ambience, art, wine and culinary experiences.

CLOSE-BY CONVENIENCES
The Estate has three delis with the freshest local produce. The ViLLAGE deli is next to the L’Huguenot Vineyards and offers a welcoming setting and delicious coffee from SOMM.
Drakenstein Mall, Paarl Mall and Laborie Centre have a great selection of retail stores. Quaint shops line the streets of Franschhoek and Paarl Main Road. Larger shopping malls such as Tygervalley Mall, Canal Walk and the V & A Waterfront are located within a 60km radius.
Mediclinic Paarl and Paarl Provincial Hospital are less than a 10-minute drive away. There are very few places in the world with such a variety of quality lifestyle offerings within a 90-minute drive. Whale watching in Hermanus or a road trip to the untouched West Coast are within easy reach.
TRAVEL
Val de Vie Estate’s proximity to Cape Town and Cape Town International Airport, both less than 45 minutes away, makes it a convenient point from which to explore some of South Africa’s finest offerings.
- 45 minutes from Cape Town CBD via the Berg River Gatehouse
- 35 minutes from Cape Town International Airport via the Berg River Gatehouse
- 15 minutes from Stellenbosch via the Berg River Gatehouse
- 15 minutes from Franschhoek via the Val de Vie Main Gate
- 8 minutes from Paarl via the Val de Vie Estate Main Gate


FOOD
Franschhoek is known as the gourmet capital of South Africa, surrounded by world-renowned wine estates, local restaurants and incredible scenery.
There are 4 restaurants conveniently located on the Estate. The Polo Pavilion by Back’s overlooks the pristine polo fields and offers bistro-style dining. Sela Vie at The Yard Wellness Centre is an inspiring location serving breakfast, lunch and delicious pastries.
WINE
Val de Vie Estate is synonymous with the bountiful offering that is brought forth by the picturesque Paarl-Franschhoek Valley. This magnificent region – or The Valley of Life as we call it – is our inspiration for producing wines of the highest quality. Our Polo Club Collection includes easy-drinking wines to suit all palates – Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay/Pinot Noir and Merlot. The Val de Vie Collection includes the Val de Vie Cuvée de Vie MCC, signature red blend Valley of Life, The Perfect Host chenin blanc and premium red blend Ryk Neethling.


POLO
Val de Vie Estate is one of the most spectacular polo venues in the world. Our passion for the sport has transformed the Estate into an unrivalled polo destination. Hurlingham standard polo fields are played during the season (October to April), and the Val de Vie Polo Club hosts local and international tournaments. The Estate has three polo fields: Pavilion Polo Field, Champion’s Field and the Multi-Purpose Field.
HIKING & CYCLING THE CAPE WINELANDS
The Cape Winelands offer lush valleys framed by mountain ranges, which provide a variety of adventures for professional or novice hikers, runners and cyclists. The valley floors offer relaxed walks, while the mountain slopes provide more challenging hikes and single tracks through the wineland’s indigenous Fynbos vegetation.
The Estate also boasts 42km of mountain bike routes and 21km of jogging and walking trails alongside vineyards and the Berg River.


ART
Within the valley is a collection of fine art galleries. It’s a natural fit, blending meticulously curated art with the rich heritage of the Cape Winelands. Perfectly sculpted pieces add character to landscaped lawns, galleries showcase the best of the country’s classical artists, or spaces where contemporary art meets African fusion. Some top art galleries in the area are Everard Read, Pierneef Gallery at La Motte and The Rupert Museum.
SCHOOLS
Val de Vie Estate is a paradise for young families, offering safety and security while in proximity to some of the top schools in the country. Prestigious primary and secondary schools include Paarl Gimnasium, Paarl Boys’ High, La Rochelle Girls’ Primary, Courtrai Primary, Girls’ High, Bridge House and the Green School.
