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Paul Wallace Family Wines

Paul Wallace Family Wines is a wine farm in Elgin, Western Cape. About 67 km from Cape Town.

67 km from Cape Town Place to stay

Paul Wallace Family Wines (Wallovale): Highlands Road family cellar & cottages

Paul Wallace Family Wines—farmed and hosted by Paul and Nicky Wallace at Wallovale on 63 Highlands Road, Elgin 7180—is a boutique, terroir-driven Elgin stop with a converted cottage tasting room and three self-catering cottages. Official site: paulwallacefamilywines.co.za. Landline +27 21 848 9744 · nicky@paulwallacewines.co.za.

This page is written for the Paul Wallace / Wallovale visitor product: family-hosted tastings with quirky wine names, Saturday walk-up hours, and overnight stays in Penrith, Tralee, and Stirling. It is not a rewrite of neighbouring Highlands Road brands.

Same road address context as Off The Record—different brand story

63 Highlands Road / Wallovale is also the geographic home context associated with Off The Record, the small-batch label associated with Bobby Wallace (Chenin Blanc from Elgin fruit; Syrah from a high Ceres Plateau parcel—see offtherecord.co.za). Guests sometimes confuse the two when GPS-sharing Highlands Road pins.

Write and book them as distinct experiences: Paul Wallace Family Wines is Paul & Nicky’s Wallovale cellar door, cottage hospitality, and named Elgin range (Little Flirt, Reflection, Brave Heart, and siblings). Off The Record is Bobby’s separate Chenin/Syrah project with its own site and contact (bobby@offtherecord.co.za). Do not merge tasting menus, hours, or SEO copy.

Tasting room hours (official)

A fourth refurbished labourer’s cottage is the charming tasting room. Official visit rules on paulwallacefamilywines.co.za/tasting-room/:

  • Saturday 10:30–17:00 — primary open tasting window
  • Sunday–Friday and public holidays — by prior arrangement
  • December / January — open most days (still wise to message Nicky)

You are likely to be hosted by a family member who tells the vineyard journey and the stories behind the wine names. That intimacy is the product—budget conversation time, not a rushed six-stop itinerary.

Tasting fee: confirm with Nicky

The official tasting-room pages describe the welcome and hours but do not publish a fixed public tasting tariff in the content researched for this guide. Confirm the current tasting fee (and any waiver on purchase) directly with Nicky at nicky@paulwallacewines.co.za or +27 21 848 9744 when you book. Do not invent a price from secondary listings.

Wine range: named Elgin bottles

The Paul Wallace Family Wines shop lists cool-climate Elgin bottles with distinctive names, including:

  • Little Flirt Sauvignon Blanc
  • Reflection Chardonnay
  • Brave Heart Pinot Noir
  • Highlander Cabernet Franc
  • Black Dog Malbec
  • Crackerjack Bordeaux Blend
  • The Nix Noble Late Harvest

Mixed cases (classic Elgin whites; Bordeaux reds; curated trios) appear on the brand shop. Expect purity, balance, and place—ask which vintages are open on your Saturday (or arranged) visit.

Stay: Penrith, Tralee & Stirling cottages

Three self-catering cottages (refurbished labourer’s cottages) make Wallovale a rare Highlands Road sleepover:

  • Penrith & Tralee — two bedrooms each (queen + king convertible to singles), shared bathroom, lounge with closed-unit fireplace, open-plan kitchenette (4-plate hob, microwave, fridge/freezer compartment), outdoor braai, full DSTV, unlimited Wi-Fi.
  • Stirling — couple’s cottage with queen bed, similar kitchen kit, smart TV with Netflix (no DSTV), fireplace, electric blanket, outdoor braai (wood provided), outdoor table and bench.

Rates published until 31 March 2027 (confirm when booking):

  • Weekend nights (Fri–Sun): minimum two-night stay — Penrith/Tralee R2 500/night; Stirling R1 800/night
  • Mid-week (Mon–Thu): Penrith/Tralee R2 000/night; Stirling R1 300/night

Practical house rules from the cottages page: 50% deposit; refunds only if cancelled 14+ days ahead; check-in from 14:00 (after 18:00 arrange key collection); check-out by 10:00; self-catering and not serviced during stays; solar energy installed; no smoking indoors; children welcome but supervise near the unfenced dam (~50 m); catch-and-release fishing; no dogs (farm dogs and free-range chickens). Camp cot on request (bring baby linen).

Planning a Wallovale day or weekend

1. Message Nicky for Saturday tasting or weekday/Sunday arrangement; ask the tasting fee. 2. If staying, choose Penrith/Tralee (families/friends) or Stirling (couple) and note the weekend two-night minimum. 3. Keep Off The Record as a separate conversation if you specifically want Bobby’s Chenin/Syrah story. 4. Combine with other Highlands Road appointments only after times are locked—Elgin distances look short on a map but gates and hosting windows matter.

Contact snapshot

  • Paul Wallace Wines Pty Ltd · 63 Highlands Road, Elgin 7180
  • +27 21 848 9744 · nicky@paulwallacewines.co.za
  • Company registration 2017/216355/07 · VAT 4490 319 805 · Liquor licence WCP/041274 (as published on site)
  • Web: https://paulwallacefamilywines.co.za/

FAQ

Open when? Saturday 10:30–17:00; other days by arrangement; Dec/Jan most days—still confirm.

Tasting price? Confirm with Nicky—not stated as a fixed public fee on the official tasting pages reviewed here.

Can I stay? Yes—Penrith, Tralee, Stirling self-catering; rates to 31 Mar 2027 as above.

Is this Off The Record? No—related family/Highlands Road context, but Wallovale Paul Wallace Family Wines is the cottage-and-named-range experience described here.

Things to do at Paul Wallace Family Wines

  • Wine tasting & pairings

    Wine tasting (family-hosted)

    Official tasting-room page: charming tasting room converted from a labourer’s cottage at Wallovale Vineyards; typically hosted by a family member with stories behind quirky wine names. Open every Saturday 10:30am–5pm; weekdays, Sundays or Public Holidays by prior arrangement; December/January open most days. Named flight list and tasting fee not published on live official tasting HTML 2026-10-01.

    Booking: nicky@paulwallacewines.co.za / landline +27 (0)21 848 9744 / Nicky cell +27 (0)83 255 1884

    Details on the farm website ↗
  • Restaurants & dining

    Stay (self-catering cottages)

    Official cottages page: three self-catering cottages. Penrith & Tralee: 2 bedrooms (queen + king convertible to singles), shared bathroom, lounge with closed-unit fireplace, kitchenette, outdoor braai, full DSTV, unlimited Wi-Fi; sleep up to 4. Stirling: couple’s cottage (queen bed), kitchenette, Netflix smart TV (no DSTV), fireplace, outdoor braai. Solar energy installed. Rates until 31 March 2027: Weekend (Fri–Sun nights, min 2 nights) Penrith/Tralee R2 500/night, Stirling R1 800/night; Mid-week (Mon–Thu) Penrith/Tralee R2 000/night, Stirling R1 300/night. Check-in from 14:00 (after 18:00 arrange key collection); check-out by 10:00. 50% deposit; refund if cancel ≥14 days prior. No smoking indoors; no dogs (farm dogs/chickens); children welcome (unfenced dam ~50 m — supervise; swimming/fishing catch-and-release at own risk). Cottages not serviced during stay.

    Booking: nicky@paulwallacewines.co.za / +27 (0)21 848 9744

    Details on the farm website ↗
  • Wine tasting & pairings

    Online wine shop

    Official find-our-wine page: online store ships SA-wide; cellar-door purchase also invited. Address: 63 Highlands Road, Elgin 7180. Wines of Elgin tasting-rooms directory adds seasonal: open daily 15 Dec–10 Jan except 25 & 26 Dec — corroborates Dec/Jan note on official tasting page.

Browse all experience types

Notable wines

Sauvignon Blanc; Chardonnay; Pinot Noir; Malbec; Bordeaux-style red blend; Noble Late Harvest

Visiting with kids

Self-catering cottages where children are welcome, with catch-and-release fishing and swimming in the farm dam (cottage guests; unfenced dam, supervise children).

Possible with kids. About 64 min from Cape Town. Suited to toddlers, tweens.

  • catch-and-release fishing in the farm dam (cottage guests)
  • dam swimming at own risk

Paul Wallace Family Wines (Wallovale Vineyards) on Highlands Road is scored limited because its kids strengths are guest-only. Self-catering cottages welcome children (camp cot on request; no special child rates), with catch-and-release fishing and dam swimming at own risk. The dam is unfenced and about 50 m from the cottages — supervise closely. Dogs are not allowed (free-range chickens). Wine tasting is via the enquiry form. There are no day-visitor kids amenities published, so walk-ins should not expect a play afternoon., about 64 min from Cape Town without traffic (same Highlands Road cluster). Book a cottage if you want the fishing and swimming offer; otherwise plan kids entertainment elsewhere.

Before you go

  • Book ahead, especially on weekends and in school holidays.
  • Dogs are not welcome.
Can day visitors use the dam amenities?

No — fishing and swimming are for cottage guests only.

Are dogs allowed?

No — dogs are not allowed (free-range chickens).

Is the dam fenced?

No — unfenced dam about 50 m from cottages; supervise children closely.

Nearby with children

  • Cape Canopy Tour — Outing, Grabouw / Elgin · 16 km Website
  • Elgin Grabouw Country Club (open space / recreation) — Outing, Grabouw · 10 km
  • Elgin Railway Market — Farm stall, Elgin / Grabouw · 7 km
  • Hermanus Cliff Path (whale season day trip) — Whale watching, Hermanus · 29 km Website

Family notes checked 5 October 2026. Confirm on the farm’s website before you drive. Source. More family farms in Elgin. Things to do near this farm. Stay on this farm.

Staying here

Three self-catering cottages with fireplaces and braais on a working Elgin wine farm, from R1,300 per night midweek (rates to 31 Mar 2027).

Place to stay. About 64 min from Cape Town. 54 min from the airport. Penrith Cottage|Tralee Cottage|Stirling Cottage.

Cottage, Self-catering, Farm stay. Sleeps Penrith 4|Tralee 4 (queen + king/twins, shared bath)|Stirling 2 (queen) a unit. Up to 10 guests. 3 units. From R1300 (per cottage per night (Stirling midweek Mon–Thu R1300, weekend R1800; Penrith/Tralee midweek R2000, weekend R2500)).

KitchenKids welcome

working Elgin wine farm on Highlands Road with farm dam

Paul Wallace Family Wines (Wallovale Vineyards) has three self-catering cottages on a working Elgin wine farm on Highlands Road. It is also where Off The Record wine guests stay.

Properties: Penrith Cottage; Tralee Cottage; Stirling Cottage.

At a glance

  • Sleeps: Penrith 4; Tralee 4 (queen + king/twins, shared bath); Stirling 2 (queen). 10 in total
  • Amenities: kitchenettes; fireplaces; braai; Wi-Fi; DSTV; solar backup; not serviced
  • Activities: dam swimming, catch-and-release fishing
  • Children: welcome (the dam is unfenced, so supervise). No dogs
  • Rates (valid until 31 March 2027, per cottage per night): Stirling R1,300 midweek (Mon–Thu) / R1,800 weekend; Penrith and Tralee R2,000 midweek / R2,500 weekend
  • Minimum stay: 2 nights on weekends (Fri–Sun)

Facts from official sources in our stay audit (Last checked 5 October 2026). Re-confirm rates, minimum stays and child/pet rules on the estate's own booking page before paying a deposit. Region guide: country wine farm accommodation.

Before you book

  • Minimum stay: 2 (weekends Fri–Sun).
  • Pets are not listed as welcome.
  • The listed rate is per cottage per night (stirling midweek mon–thu r1300, weekend r1800; penrith/tralee midweek r2000, weekend r2500). Confirm the season before you compare.
  • Kitchenettes, DSTV, fireplaces; not serviced.
What do Paul Wallace cottages cost?

From

R1,300 per cottage per night

(Stirling, midweek). Penrith and Tralee are R2,000 midweek and R2,500 on weekends. Rates are valid until

31 March 2027

.

Is there backup power?

Yes, solar.

Are dogs allowed?

No.

Is there a minimum stay?

Two nights on weekends.

Stay notes checked 5 October 2026. Confirm the rate and what is open before you book. Book. Source. More stays in Elgin. With kids.

Questions before you go

Where is Paul Wallace Family Wines?

Paul Wallace Family Wines is at Wallovale Vineyards, 63 Highlands Road, Elgin, 7180. Most visitors drive there from Cape Town in 60–80 minutes.

When is Paul Wallace Family Wines open?

Open Sunday · 10:30–17:00. Hours change, so call +27 21 848 9744 before you drive.

Can I do a wine tasting at Paul Wallace Family Wines?

Yes, tastings are listed. A current price is not on this page yet, so call +27 21 848 9744 for fees.

Can I stay over at Paul Wallace Family Wines?

Yes, the farm offers accommodation. Call +27 21 848 9744 for rates and availability.

Wine of Origin

Geographical unit: Western Cape → Cape South Coast → Elgin

Elgin is a cool, elevated basin on the N2 over Sir Lowry's Pass: apple orchards, lakes and some of the Cape's most precise cool-climate wines.

Terroir snapshot

Elevation and soil figures are modelled at the pin, not a vineyard block survey. Use them to compare farms, not to quote a technical sheet.

Latitude
-34.2171
Longitude
19.0558
Elevation
233 m (Open-Meteo)

Sources

  • Wine route membership: association listing
  • Family notes: farm website, checked 5 October 2026
  • Stay notes: farm website, checked 5 October 2026
  • Elevation: Open-Meteo
  • Soil: ISRIC SoilGrids

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