Four-star Riverside Estates is situated on 5 acres in the vibrant harbour village of Hout Bay in the Western Cape, South Africa. This unique catered and self-catering retreat is ideal for holidays, business, conferences, team building, weddings and special occasions. The buildings are set out in a lush garden of exceptional beauty. There are three swimming pools, a quiet stream running through the property, secluded areas for silent meditation and relaxation, and a garden gazebo basking in the early morning sun.

The scenic Hout Bay Valley is 25 minutes from the Waterfront and centre of Cape Town, 30 minutes from Cape Town International Airport, and conveniently close to golf courses, wine estates and the beaches of the Atlantic coastline. The region's first class restaurants, hiking trails, yachting and boating facilities, and its scenic beauty, make it one of the gems of the Cape Peninsula – a place where every wave is a holiday.

Character, charm, comfort and cuisine – Riverside is a special place, for special people.

All the rooms and cottages at Riverside Estates are individually decorated, bright and spacious and equipped with cable television and many other comforts. King and twin beds with cotton percale linen and crisp, snug duvets. Internet access for the businessman, secluded and laid back privacy for the holiday maker. Private patios and balconies, with lovely garden views. Wheelchair accessibility offered. The focus is on comfort and tranquillity.

Lothlorien: A Cape Dutch Manor house offers bed and breakfast accommodation. Five classically elegant bedrooms with air-conditioning, mini bars, king size or twin beds with quality percale linen and Juliet balconies. Delicious breakfasts are served in the pleasant and cheerful breakfast room. Living area includes a cosy pub and reading lounge. The sparkling 17 metre pool, set in a terraced garden, will gladden the heart of the sun worshippers.

Paddock Lodge: Sleeps 2 per luxurious suite. Includes breakfast daily.

Tree House: Tree House is an enchanting log cabin with fireplace, open plan lounge, two en-suite bedrooms and fully equipped kitchenette. The lounge leads onto a wooden deck overlooking luxuriant tropical vegetation, and the stream. A private rock pool lends itself to quiet relaxation.

Orchard Studio: The three studio apartments are perfect for a couple spending a romantic weekend, or a businessman in town on a hectic schedule. Orchard Studio is bright and vibrant, with spacious bedroom, TV / sitting area, kitchenette and garden patio.

Paddock Loft: The three studio apartments are perfect for a couple spending a romantic weekend, or a businessman in town on a hectic schedule. Paddock Loft has an en-suite bedroom, kitchenette, and wooden deck from which spectacular mountain views can be enjoyed.

River Cottage: The three studio apartments are perfect for a couple spending a romantic weekend, or a businessman in town on a hectic schedule. River Cottage comprises of a shady, secluded en-suite bedroom, kitchenette and enclosed patio, with French doors looking out on a small paradise of elephants ears, ferns and philodendrons.

Accommodation at Lothlorien and Paddock Lodge includes Continental breakfast daily. All other Riverside lodges are fully equipped for self-catering, although for an additional fee, breakfasts can be enjoyed in the manor house.

Riverside Estates is:

• 10 mins from the wine estates of Constantia
• 10 mins from Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens
• 25 mins from the Cape Town Waterfront
• 25 mins from Cape Town’s City Centre
• 20 mins from the beaches of Camps Bay and Clifton
• 30 mins from 4 golf courses
• 30 mins from Cape Town International Airport
• 40 mins from the Cape Point Nature Reserve
• 90 mins from the West Coast with its spectacular annual wild flower show (seasonal: July-August),and the West Coast National Park.

The immediate Hout Bay vicinity offers:

• Chapman’s Peak Drive
• Spectacular beaches
• Hiking trails
• A working fishing harbour
• Yachting and hobicatting in the Bay
• Deep sea fishing
• Seal Island trips
• Charter Boats
• More than 30 restaurants and takeaways – fabulous seafood, Italian cuisine, great steaks
• The World of Birds, Africa’s largest bird park
• Museums
• Curio shops
• Craft markets
• Township tours
• Art Galleries
• Whale and Dolphin watching
• The Old Mutual Two Oceans Marathon
• The Argus / Pick ‘n Pay Cycle Tour
• The Snoek Derby
• Horse riding.

Situated in the heart of the beautiful Hout Bay Valley, a mere 25 minutes from the centre of Cape Town, Riverside Estates’ conference centre offers opportunities for holding workshops and conferences in an environment of unmatched tranquillity.

The newly built conference center offers a choice of 3 separate conference rooms, which can be transformed into one large venue accommodating up to 190 delegates. The garden, gazebo & poolside area are ideal for breakaway discussions. Menus, conference programmes & themed evenings can be tailored to your requirements.

The only thing we don’t compromise on is the quality of our service.

Beach and Bush Adventures, one of South Africa's top corporate teambuilding and event organising operators, offers a variety of teambuilding and activity options which can take place onsite at Riverside Estates.

To learn more about what we can do for you and your organisation, please contact us at: bookings@beachandbush.co.za or phone Sean on +27 82 902 5672.

Rates are quoted in South African Rand.

• Lothlorien & Paddock Lodge rates are per person per night and the rest are per cottage per night.
• The Lothlorien and Paddock Lodge accommodation includes Continental breakfast.
• Breakfast for the self-catering cottages can be arranged for an additional R 85 per person.
• A single supplement of R140 is applicable.