It’s home to the vines that produce the country’s leading premium Cap Classique vintages. A sprawling reserve on which Zebras, Eland and an abundance of small antelope occupy the land. A brilliant birdlife of Spur-winged and Egyptian geese, Blue Cranes and Herons, Plovers and African Jacanas occupy the dams, the trees and the eternal blue skies. The list would go on. It’s also home to the finest tasting and dining experiences, as well as the original private residence of Graham and Rhona Beck. Known as Grace House.
Retaining the history of the home and elevating its layers of luxury with statement pieces of art and refined furnishings, lashings of rich colours and textures, Grace House beckons you and your travelling companions into an authentic space of comfort and opulence. Harmoniously merging like a lifelong marriage. Six spacious ensuite bedrooms tuck themselves around the home that’s generous with its open-plan living, dining and entertaining spaces, all flowing out into the courtyard. A cosy library and glorious living room, dreamy farm-style kitchen and ample dining spaces all orchestrate an ambience of timeless elegance.
Each space pivots around the focal point of the landscape. Drawing you out into the beautiful gardens, the rolling lawns, the swimming pool and its sunny lounging spaces, all settled beneath the Rooiberg and Langeberg Mountains. The views permeate every space of the home, like the valley air, enrapturing the stillness of the surroundings.
Along with its tranquility and spectacular scenery, your escape to Grace House will have you reconnecting with all of the things that matter most in life. As Graham Beck’s statement suggests…Celebrate what matters. You and your favourite people will be out traversing the vines, learning about their harvest. Gallivanting the conservancy on guided drives, mountain bikes and hikes. Picnics around the dam and fine-wine tasting in the cellars.
Most importantly, spending time with one an another in a remarkably beautiful part of the Breede River Valley. Where the famous Route 62 begins. Where the olive groves are as plentiful as the vineyards, the distilleries and historical treasures in the town of Roberston. Above all, it’s about immersing yourselves in every experience that Grace House so generously dishes up for you. Savouring the moments on the Graham Beck Estate that will forever be a part of your holiday memoirs.
Reviewed by Colleen Ogilvie