Surrounded by views of the inner courtyard, Tabanchu Villa is a sustainable apartment in Stellenbosch, offering guests an environmentally friendly accommodation close to Stellenbosch University. The air-conditioned accommodation is 5.4 miles from Jonkershoek Nature Reserve. There's a sun terrace and guests can use free Wifi and free private parking. Providing a balcony and garden views, the spacious apartment includes 3 bedrooms, a living room, satellite flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. The property has an outdoor dining area. Guests can make the most of the warm weather with the property's barbecue facilities. If you like to discover the area, windsurfing, cycling and hiking are possible in the surroundings and the apartment can arrange a bicycle rental service. Heidelberg Golf Club is 11 miles from Tabanchu Villa, while Boschenmeer Golf Course is 19 miles away. The nearest airport is Cape Town International, 16 miles from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

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Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Stellenbosch, this property has an excellent location score of 9.4!

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.4
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  • Alan
    South Africa South Africa
    Ideal for family weekend visit to Stellenbosch for a wedding just outside town. Clean, well appointed. Well located (amongst university residences, far enough off the main road to be quiet, short distance (pleasant walk) from shops and...
  • Lize
    South Africa South Africa
    It was cozy and so nice we had the best stay ever was everything we expected and more was wonderful and the host super friendly and communicated throughout our stay it was very nice
  • Graeme
    South Africa South Africa
    The rooms were neat and spacious, making it the ideal place for us as a family stay over and enjoy Stellenbosch. It's great location made walking to the local resturants, access to the mountain bike trails and evening walks through the...

Hosted by James Joubert

9.4
9.4
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James Joubert
Tabanchu Villa is centrally located in the heart of Stellenbosch. A mere 10min walk from Stellenbosch University, centre of town and mountain trails. It is a private, secure location with off-street parking for one vehicle. Ideally located for all types of travelers, families or groups, academics on sabbatical and is also close to schools. Tabanchu Villa is a double-storey Victorian townhouse built in 1900 by James Rattray, founder of Jamestown, a suburb of Stellenbosch. The property has housed four generations of his descendants and today it serves as a residential home, physician practice and its top-storey is available for short- and long-term self-catering rental accommodation. The unit includes three bedrooms (one queen size - , two single - and one single bed). Two bedrooms have air conditioning and the third has a ceiling fan. The open plan kitchen/lounge is fully equipped with a big fridge/freezer, microwave, stove/oven and tumble dryer. It also has air conditioning. The lounge has a flat screen television with DSTV premium and the unit has free fibre internet at a speed of 20 Mbps throughout. The bathroom, leading from the lounge, has a shower and washing machine.
We look forward to welcoming you at Tabanchu Villa. It's always a pleasure to meet new people.
The house is located near enough to all the attractions of Stellenbosch and far enough away from the hustle and bustle of town. Within a 5min walking radius you can escape to nature on the hiking and biking trails of Stellenbosch mountain, be enjoying some of the finest wines, the region is renown for, at various restaurants or simply explore the historic town center. Other attractions, a bit further afield, include visiting the various wine farms around Stellenbosch, going to Cape Town (1h drive away) to go shop at the Waterfront (one of South Africa's main shopping attractions), visit South Africa's oldest botanical garden, Kirstenbosch or go up Table Mountain. There is so much to do and see.
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,English,Spanish

Area info

Amenities of Tabanchu Villa
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • BBQ facilities
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Electric blankets
  • Mosquito net
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun deck
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Balcony
  • Garden
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Activities
  • Aerobics
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Live music/Performance
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Temporary art galleries
    Off-site
  • Racquetball
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
  • Windsurfing
    Off-site
  • Tennis court
    Additional chargeOff-site
Services & Extras
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
Outdoor & View
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Garden view
  • View
Building Characteristics
  • Private apartment in building
  • Semi-detached
Transportation
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Baggage storage
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Baby safety gates
Miscellaneous
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English
  • Spanish

House rules

Tabanchu Villa takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

Check-out

Until 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to apartment type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Payments by Booking.com

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

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

Please inform Tabanchu Villa of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Dear visitor, this region is currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties are subject to comply with local water usage restrictions.