DELAIRE GRAFF ESTATE, STELLENBOSCH

Nestled between  majestic  mountains and  overlooking  the vineyards  of  Stellenbosch, Delaire  Graff  Estate is  South  Africa’s most  desirable  wine, hospitality  and  art destination.  The  magnificent Cape  Winelands  property boasts  two outstanding restaurants, a state-of-the-art winery, exclusive Lodges and Villa, a destination Spa and luxury  boutiques.

Delaire Graff Estate has been on our list of wine farms to visit for a very very  long time. Our interest partnered with the news of the estate launching  a  bespoke wellness  menu  and revitalised  facilities, left us no option but to book the day off and head to the majestic Botmaskop Mountain to discover the true essence of relaxation and try out their new signature spa treatments and a 3-course lunch at Indochine.

Our experience:

THE SPA

Upon arrival at the estate we were welcomed by a friendly team who escorted us to the spa lounge area where the journey to our luxurious day of wellbeing begun. The Afro-Asian inspired spa is a tranquil haven that led us to forget all our petty pleb problems and surrender to the serene settings and get lost in the innovative  treatments which involved rituals using  the  finest range  of  internationally recognised beauty  products.

“The  Delaire  Graff Spa  offers  a holistic  experience  from beginning  to  end, where  our  ultimate goal  is  to transform  and  heal”,  says Hildegard  Carstens,  Delaire Graff  Estate’s  new Spa  Manager.

It was hard for us to select our treatments as every treatment is just as inviting as the next. The Spa menu consists of the finest holistic healing rituals drawing inspiration from  ancient  Eastern philosophies, designed  to  leave the  body,  mind  and  soul glowing… we chose the following treatments below:

Terres D’Afrique Deep Tissue:

“Without a doubt the best deep tissue massage that I have ever received. I am incredibly picky when it comes to massage pressure and often struggle to find a therapist who can dig into all the knots, aches and pains… The special touch of petrified wooden tools and warm baobab pindas was what really made this treatment so unique and unforgettable.”  Marisa

Black Pearl Body Illumination Therapy:

“This treatment was a trio of spoils, it started off with a full body polish, using a lemon grass scented scrub that smelt like heaven. Then a firm and deep back and neck massage – pressure was to perfection. Then to end it all off I was  to the Rolls Royce of all facials  – the 24 Kt gold Black Pearl facial, using only the most lavish ingredients  including organic  oils,  diamond dust,  nano  gold and  collagen – I finally got the pregnancy glow that everyone’s been talking about…  it only took 9 months.” Nicole

Spa details:

New  to the  Spa,  Dr. Barbara  Sturm’s  advanced molecular  cosmetics  offer a  new  generation of  treatments  with a  clear  focus on  skin  rejuvenation, and  Terres  d’Afrique present  an  organic, sustainably-developed skincare  range  that evokes  Africa’s  earthfullness. Set  in invigorating  yet  serene surroundings,  the  spa features  five  elegant suites  that  have been  refreshed  with exquisite  linens  and unique  touches.  Guests can  unwind  in the  relaxation  room  and  admire original  artworks  from Laurence  Graff  ’s personal  collection,  by some  of  Africa’s most  celebrated  modern and  contemporary  artists. Those  joining  for half  or  full-day spa  rituals  can also  make  use of  the  magnificent 22-metre  infinity  pool and  heated  jacuzzi as  well  as the  recently-revamped  Swedish sauna  and  steam room.

To  learn more  about  the Delaire  Graff  Spa, click  here.  For spa  bookings  and enquiries,  please  email info.spa@delaire.co.za  or  call +27  21  885 8160

INDOCHINE RESTAURANT 

Following our treatments, we were treated to lunch at the Indochine terrace overlooking the beautiful estate. The fine dining menu consist of fresh wellness inspired dishes, designed to nournish from within, offering health-conscious sweet and savoury dishes, incorporating  vegan  and pescatarian  options.