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Steenberg Farm

Steenberg Farm is a wine farm in Constantia, Cape Town, Western Cape. About 12 km from Cape Town.

12 km from Cape Town Restaurant Place to stay

Steenberg Vineyards: Tasting Room & Vineyard Experiences in Tokai / Constantia

Steenberg Vineyards occupies historic farmland at Steenberg Road, Tokai—the southern end of the Constantia Wine Route—marketed as the Cape’s first farm (roots in 1682, historically Swaaneweide) and today a full destination: cool-climate wines, a modern tasting room, two restaurants, a five-star hotel and spa, and a championship golf course at the foot of Table Mountain. For visitors who want more than a quick flight—Vineyard Experience, Cellar Experience, Icon tastings, or a casual glass next to Bistro Sixteen82—Steenberg is one of Constantia’s most complete hospitality campuses.

History: Catharina Ras to Cool-Climate Benchmark

Steenberg’s public narrative ties the property to Catharina Ras, often framed as a pioneering woman farmer on this land in the late seventeenth century, and to more than 340 years of vines on site. The modern estate blends that heritage storytelling with regenerative farming messaging, stainless-steel and barrel cellars, and a hospitality offer aimed at Cape Town day-trippers and overnight guests alike. Official tasting experiences explicitly weave Catharina’s story into the premium Icon Tasting.

Geographically, Tokai / southern Constantia benefits from cool maritime influence suited to Steenberg’s reputation for Sauvignon Blanc (including labels such as Black Swan) alongside Cap Classique, Semillon, Nebbiolo and flagship blends such as Magna Carta and Catharina.

Signature Wines & Tasting Room Menu

The tasting room invites guests to explore award-winning cool-climate wines with ambassadors in a modern inside/outside space overlooking the farm. Named experiences on the official wine-tasting page include Bubbly Glass Exploration, Cool Climate / Sense of Sauvignon styles, Sauvignon Blanc and Canvas Collection tastings, Curate Your Own, and Artisan Pairing. Itemised rand prices are not rendered in the static tasting-page HTML; a Steenberg press release dated 7 November 2025 (published via wine.co.za) listed:

  • Bubbly Glass Exploration — R230 pp (60 min)
  • Sense of Sauvignon — R210 pp (60 min)
  • Curate Your Own — R250 pp (60 min)
  • Cool Climate Excellence — R250 pp (60 min)
  • Artisan Pairing — R230 pp (60 min)

Confirm live prices when you book—menus can change after press announcements.

Immersive, appointment-led experiences (same Nov 2025 release; typically 48 hours’ advance notice):

  • Vineyard Experience — R495 pp (90 min): guided ~30-minute vineyard walk (regenerative farming / terroir) then Cool Climate Excellence tasting.
  • Cellar Experience — R505 pp (90 min): white-wine and barrel cellars then curated tasting.
  • Icon Tasting — R1075 pp (90 min): private winery venue; Lady R Cap Classique, Black Swan, Magna Carta and Catharina with cheese and charcuterie, plus Catharina Ras storytelling.

Bespoke vineyard or cellar immersions and group tastings must be pre-booked.

Visiting: Hours, Dining & Stay

Tasting Room (official): Monday–Sunday 10:00–18:00; last tasting 17:00; closed Christmas Day. Bookings recommended; cashless (card payments). Contact: winetasting@steenbergfarm.com / +27 21 713 2211; tasting-room manager Luzuko Rwida (luzuko@steenbergfarm.com). Online booking is also linked via Dineplan for the tasting room.

Tryn: contemporary dining in the original wine-cellar setting (Chef Kerry Kilpin referenced across estate dining pages); breakfast, lunch and dinner Monday–Sunday on published estate hours (breakfast 08:00–11:00; lunch 12:00–15:00; dinner 18:00–22:00). Book info@tryn.co.za / +27 21 713 7178.

Bistro Sixteen82: casual dining in the working winery—breakfast, lunch and tapas; official bistro page lists tapas to 21:00 while the contact page has listed tapas to 22:00—confirm when booking. Reservations: reservations@bistro1682.co.za / +27 21 205 3866.

Steenberg Hotel: five-star rooms, suites and villas; check-in 14:00 / check-out 11:00; reservations@steenberghotel.com / +27 21 713 2222. Spa daily 08:00–18:00 (spa@steenberghotel.com). Golf: 18-hole Peter Matkovich championship course through vineyards and fynbos. Events and weddings via functions@tryn.co.za.

Address: Steenberg Rd, Tokai, Cape Town, 7945.

Practical Tips for Tokai / Constantia

  • Book tastings: winetasting@steenbergfarm.com or +27 21 713 2211; immersive experiences need ~48h notice.
  • Hours: tasting daily 10:00–18:00, last seating 17:00; closed Christmas Day.
  • Prices: R210–R250 room flights and R495–R1075 immersives per Nov 2025 Steenberg release—verify at booking.
  • Cashless only in the tasting room.
  • Pairing the day: Vineyard or Cellar Experience mid-morning, lunch at Bistro Sixteen82 or Tryn, optional spa or golf—allow travel time from central Constantia (Tokai is the southern tip of the route).
  • Groups: always pre-book; curated menus available.
  • Driver: combine with Constantia Uitsig or High Constantia if staying north; designate a driver for the Constantia–Tokai corridor.

Why Visit Steenberg Vineyards

Choose Steenberg if you want a polished Constantia tasting room plus optional vineyard and cellar experiences, serious Sauvignon Blanc and Cap Classique depth, and on-site hotel, spa, golf and restaurants. It rewards both first-time Cape Town visitors and wine travellers booking the Icon or Vineyard experiences. If you only want a R100 walk-in in a rustic shed with no booking, look to smaller Constantia farms instead—Steenberg is deliberately curated, cashless and reservation-friendly. On a Western Cape wine portal itinerary through Constantia Valley, it anchors the southern end with history, cool-climate wine and full-day hospitality.

Things to do at Steenberg Farm

  • Wine tasting & pairings

    Wine tasting (Tasting Room)

    Official steenbergfarm.com/wine-tasting/: modern inside/outside tasting room; Bubbly Glass Exploration, Cool Climate / Sense of Sauvignon, Sauvignon Blanc / Canvas Collection style experiences, Curate Your Own, Artisan Pairing (named on Nov 2025 Steenberg press release via wine.co.za). Cashless; bookings recommended. — Prices (Steenberg press release 7 Nov 2025): Bubbly Glass Exploration R230 pp (60 min); Sense of Sauvignon R210 pp (60 min); Curate Your Own R250 pp (60 min); Cool Climate Excellence R250 pp (60 min); Artisan Pairing R230 pp (60 min). Confirm live menu at booking — prices not rendered in static tasting-page HTML.

    Booking: winetasting@steenbergfarm.com / +27 21 713 2211; Luzuko Rwida luzuko@steenbergfarm.com

    Details on the farm website ↗
  • Weddings & events

    Vineyard Experience

    Press release (Steenberg): private winery venue; Lady R Cap Classique, Black Swan, Magna Carta, Catharina with cheese & charcuterie; Catharina Ras storytelling.

    Price R1075 pp Duration 90 minutes; 48h advance

    Details on the farm website ↗
  • Wine tasting & pairings

    Cellar Experience

    Press release: guided ~30-min vineyard walk (regenerative farming/terroir) then Cool Climate Excellence tasting.

    Price R495 pp Duration 90 minutes; appointment

    Details on the farm website ↗
  • Wine tasting & pairings

    Icon Tasting

    Press release: white-wine and barrel cellars then curated tasting.

    Price R505 pp Duration 90 minutes; appointment

    Details on the farm website ↗
  • Wine tasting & pairings

    Restaurant (Tryn)

    Official tasting page: private vineyard or cellar immersion by pre-booking; groups must be pre-booked and can be curated.

    Booking: winetasting@steenbergfarm.com

  • Restaurants & dining

    Restaurant (Bistro Sixteen82)

    Official: refined contemporary dining in original wine cellar; Chef Kerry Kilpin; breakfast/lunch/dinner Mon–Sun; functions (Cuvée Room up to ~50; Ruby Room up to ~18).

    Booking: info@tryn.co.za / +27 21 713 7178

    Details on the farm website ↗
  • Restaurants & dining

    Stay (Steenberg Hotel)

    Official: casual dining in working winery; breakfast, lunch, tapas; all-day menu gaps 11:00–12:00 and 15:00–17:00.

    Booking: reservations@bistro1682.co.za / +27 21 205 3866

    Details on the farm website ↗
  • Places to stay

    Spa

    Official hotel: five-star rooms, one-bedroom suites, 2- and 3-bedroom villas with private heated pools; vineyard/mountain setting. Check-in 14:00 / check-out 11:00.

    Booking: reservations@steenberghotel.com / +27 21 713 2222

    Details on the farm website ↗
  • Places to stay

    Golf

    Official contact: healing therapies, secluded garden treatment rooms, outdoor thermal suite / Pool House. — Hours: 8:00am–6:00pm Mon–Sun

    Booking: spa@steenberghotel.com / +27 21 712 7481

    Details on the farm website ↗
  • Other experiences

    Events / functions

    Official immerse/homepage: 18-hole championship course (Peter Matkovich) through vineyards/fynbos.

    Details on the farm website ↗
  • Spa & wellness

    Steenberg Spa

    Estate spa with indoor rooms and outdoor treatment areas on a working wine farm

    Booking: https://steenbergfarm.com/spa/

    Details on the farm website ↗

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Notable wines

Magna Carta; Catharina; Nebbiolo; Lady R MCC; Steenberg Sauvignon Blanc

Wines made here

Wine list from wine.co.za. The taste words are drawn from those notes, which are not reprinted here. Ask the cellar door what is pouring on the day.

Visiting with kids

Tryn and Bistro Sixteen82 both publish children’s menus, with family-friendly oak-terrace and garden dining on the historic Constantia estate.

With kids. About 25 min from Cape Town. Suited to toddlers, tweens.

Kids menuLawnsCasual foodPram friendly

  • garden audio tour

Steenberg Vineyards works best for families who want a proper sit-down meal, about 25 min from Cape Town without traffic. Both restaurants publish children's menus: Tryn has one for under-10s (breakfast and lunch) and describes a relaxed, family-friendly garden setting, and Bistro Sixteen82 has a children's menu for under-12s. There's outdoor space around the historic estate, plus a garden audio tour for a gentle wander after lunch. A visitor guide lists Steenberg as wheelchair accessible, but pets aren't allowed. We found no dedicated playground, so pack a small activity bag for little ones at the table. Bookings are recommended for both restaurants and for tastings, especially on weekends. The estate also has a hotel, spa and golf course, but none of these are kids' attractions.

Before you go

  • Book ahead, especially on weekends and in school holidays.
  • Dogs are not welcome.
  • Pram or wheelchair access is listed.
  • A children's price is listed. Confirm the amount when you book.
Is there a kids menu?

Yes. Tryn has a children's menu for under-10s (breakfast and lunch), and Bistro Sixteen82 has one for under-12s.

Is there a playground?

No dedicated playground was found. It's a garden-dining stop.

Can we bring the dog?

No. Pets aren't allowed.

Nearby with children

  • Boulders Penguin Colony — Beach, Simon's Town · 18 km Website
  • Green Point Urban Park — Playground, Green Point · 14 km
  • Imhoff Farm – Higgeldy Piggeldy Farmyard — Animals, Kommetjie · 13 km Website
  • Two Oceans Aquarium — Aquarium, V&A Waterfront · 14 km Website

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

Staying here

24-key five-star hotel & spa on Cape Town's oldest farm — Classic rooms from R5,780 B&B (green 2026), private heated-pool villas, Tryn & Bistro Sixteen82, championship golf and tasting room

Place to stay. About 25 min from Cape Town. 34 min from the airport. Steenberg Hotel & Spa|Classic Rooms|Superior Rooms|Family Rooms|Premier Rooms|One-Bedroom Suites|Two-Bedroom Villa|Three-Bedroom Villa.

Hotel, Suite, Villa. Sleeps Classic/Superior/Premier typically 2|Family rooms connected|1-bed suites 2|2-bed a unit. 24 units. From R5780 (per room). 5-star (estate Wetu Fact Sheet 2026 / official site; TGCSA directory not separat.

PoolSpaBreakfastRestaurantKids welcome

vineyards|Steenberg Mountains|golf course|historic werf|Table Mountain foothills

Steenberg Vineyards is home to Steenberg Hotel & Spa, a 24-key hotel on what is billed as Cape Town's oldest farm, with a golf course, spa and tasting room.

Properties: Steenberg Hotel & Spa: Classic Rooms; Superior Rooms; Family Rooms; Premier Rooms; One-Bedroom Suites; Two-Bedroom Villa; Three-Bedroom Villa.

At a glance

  • Stay types: hotel, suites, villas (villas have private heated pools; the three-bed villa has a built-in braai)
  • Grading: the estate's 2026 fact sheet describes it as five-star. A TGCSA directory listing was not separately confirmed
  • Amenities: breakfast included; pool; spa (Thermal Suite access); restaurants; wine tasting; bikes; Wi-Fi; air-con
  • Children: under-3s free in a cot; 4–12 free on an extra bed; 13–17 charged
  • Rates (official 2026–27 rack, 1 Mar 2026 – 28 Feb 2027, per room per night incl. breakfast): Classic Room R5,780 in Green Season (1 Apr – 30 Sep 2026, now ended); R9,040 high season; R10,910 peak
  • Minimum stay: 4 nights in peak season (22 Dec – 5 Jan on the rack card)

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: 4 (peak season per rack card).
  • The listed rate is per room. Confirm the season before you compare.
What does Steenberg Hotel cost?

The official 2026–27 rack lists a Classic Room at

R5,780 per room per night including breakfast

in Green Season (1 April – 30 September 2026, now ended). High season is R9,040 and peak R10,910.

Is there a minimum stay?

Yes:

four nights in peak season

(22 December – 5 January).

Is Steenberg TGCSA graded?

The estate's 2026 fact sheet calls it five-star. We haven't separately confirmed a TGCSA listing.

Are children welcome?

Yes. Under-3s stay free in a cot and 4–12s free on an extra bed.

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

Weddings here

Ceremony on the Manor Lawn of the Cape's first farm, Tryn reception and a five-star hotel and spa on site

Hosts weddings. Up to 50 seated. About 25 min from Cape Town. 34 min from the airport. From Cuvée Room at Tryn exclusive-use minimum spend: R8,000 breakfast / R14,000 lunch / R20,000 dinner (up to 40 guests); exclusive Bistro Sixteen82 Mon-Thu evenings minimum spend R60,000 excl. 12% service.

Rooms on siteIn-house cateringExclusive useOutdoorIndoor

Manor Lawn (up to 100); Villa Lawn (up to 40); Tryn restaurant reception; Cuvee Room at Tryn (40); Ruby Room at Tryn (18); Terroir Terrace at Bistro Sixteen82; Pool House (pre/post soiree); exclusive Bistro Sixteen82; whole farm by arrangement

Manor Lawn in front of the historic Manor House (up to 100 guests); Villa Lawn by the heritage Villa buildings (up to 40 guests)

The Cape's first farm (340+ years); Cape Dutch homesteads, vineyards, mountain vistas, manicured gardens and ancient oaks at the foot of Table Mountain

Steenberg Vineyards is the Cape’s first farm (340+ years), with Cape Dutch homesteads, vineyards and mountain vistas at the foot of Table Mountain. Its Host Your Function page includes a Weddings section covering lawn ceremonies, Tryn receptions and the five-star hotel.

At a glance

  • Capacity: Tryn reception 50 seated / 100 standing canapé-style; Manor Lawn up to 100; Villa Lawn up to 40; Cuvée Room 40; Ruby Room 18
  • Ceremony: Manor Lawn in front of the historic Manor House; Villa Lawn by the heritage Villa buildings
  • Spaces: Tryn; Cuvée and Ruby Rooms; Terroir Terrace at Bistro Sixteen82; Pool House; exclusive Bistro; whole farm by arrangement
  • Catering: Tryn and Bistro Sixteen82
  • Coordinator: dedicated on-site events team
  • Stay: five-star Steenberg Hotel; Manor House suite or Three-Bedroom Villa with private heated pool

Secondary notes: no extra venue-hire fee for lawn ceremonies, but exclusive lawn use requires booking the Manor House suite or Three-Bedroom Villa for the first night. Before you book, ask for a written summary of inclusions (tables, linen, staffing, bar and ceremony set-up), finish times, the rain plan and any compulsory suppliers. Capacities and packages change, so rely on the estate's dated quote for your guest list and season.

Price: Private-function minimum spends (not wedding packages) on the official Host Your Function page checked 5 October 2026 — page undated; request confirmation: Cuvée Room exclusive-use from R8 000 breakfast / R14 000 lunch / R20 000 dinner (up to 40 guests); exclusive Bistro Sixteen82 Mon–Thu evenings from R60 000 excl. 12% service.

Last checked 5 October 2026 against the estate's official information. Confirm details directly before booking.

Before you enquire

  • Private-function minimum spends, not wedding packages. The meetings page shows older lower figures (Cuvée Room Breakfast R6 000 / Lunch R11 000 / Dinner R18 000). No published wedding package price. No price point scored because no year is given.
How many guests can Steenberg seat?

Tryn receptions publish 50 seated or 100 standing canapé-style. Manor Lawn ceremonies hold up to 100; Villa Lawn up to 40.

Is there a hotel on the farm?

Yes. Five-star Steenberg Hotel, including Manor House suite and Three-Bedroom Villa options.

What does a Steenberg wedding cost?

No dated wedding package price is published. The live Host Your Function page (checked 5 October 2026, undated) lists private-function minimum spends such as Cuvée Room dinner from R20 000 — request a written wedding quote to confirm.

Can we have an intimate wedding?

Yes. Villa Lawn (up to 40), Ruby Room (18) and Cuvée Room (40) suit smaller celebrations.

Who caters?

Tryn and Bistro Sixteen82, with a dedicated on-site events team.

Wedding notes checked 5 October 2026. Guest numbers and packages change. Ask the farm for the current offer. Enquire. Source. More wedding farms in Constantia. With kids. Stay. Tours.

Tours that stop here

All wine tours

Questions before you go

Where is Steenberg Farm?

Steenberg Farm is at Steenberg Road, Tokai, Cape Town, 7945, in Constantia, Cape Town. Most visitors drive there from Cape Town in 15–40 minutes.

When is Steenberg Farm open?

Open Sunday. Hours change, so call +27 21 713 2211 before you drive.

How much is a wine tasting at Steenberg Farm?

From R495. Prices change, so confirm when you book.

Can I eat at Steenberg Farm?

Yes, there is a restaurant on the farm. Book ahead for weekend lunches.

Can I stay over at Steenberg Farm?

Yes, the farm offers accommodation. Call +27 21 713 2211 for rates and availability.

Wine of Origin

Geographical unit: Western Cape → Coastal Region → Cape Town → Constantia

The Cape Town district covers the city's Wine of Origin wards — Constantia, Durbanville, Philadelphia, Hout Bay — the closest vineyards to the urban visitor.

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
-34.034699
Longitude
18.409788
Elevation
150 m (Open-Meteo)
Soil pH
6.5 (SoilGrids 0–5 cm)
Clay
9% (SoilGrids)
Organic C
57.3 g/kg (SoilGrids)

Sources

  • Wine route membership: association listing
  • Wine list: wine.co.za
  • Family notes: farm website, checked 5 October 2026
  • Stay notes: farm website, checked 5 October 2026
  • Wedding notes: farm website, checked 5 October 2026
  • Tours: operator pages
  • Elevation: Open-Meteo
  • Soil: ISRIC SoilGrids

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