Located among vineyards, the Vrede en Lust manor house dates back to 1688 and has been converted into elegant cottages with open fireplaces. The extensive gardens include an outdoor pool. Free Wi-Fi is provided. The air-conditioned house and cottages each contain a lounge with original features such as wooden floors and chandeliers, as well as a flat-screen TV. They all have modern private bathrooms and boast views over the surrounding countryside. Guests of the manor house can prepare meals in the country-style kitchen and the cottages are equipped with a microwave and refrigerator. Lust Bistro, is open for breakfast and lunch daily. A shuttle can be arranged in the evenings for guests to experience the culinary delights from the variety of other restaurants in close proximity to the estate. Vrede en Lust Estate offers tastings of the wine produced in its cellars and other vineyards in the Franschhoek region are within 12 mi of the estate. Located in Simondium, Vrede en Lust Estate is a 10 minute drive to Paarl and 20 minutes by car to Stellenbosch. Free private parking is provided.