Lusthof

Lusthof

Selected by The Greenwood Guide to South Africa, 2nd edition

Text written by Simon Greenwood

Everyone in the world seems to know Judy, whether through the Old Cape Farm Stall, from Buitenverwachting wine estate� or in our case through obscure family links in Britain. You probably know her yourself. All her projects seem to be touched by magic and become social temples for the Constantia faithful. We spent our first two weeks in South Africa staying in her guest cottage in the garden and it was a terrible moment when we finally had to leave the nest and look after ourselves. The cottage, with TV, heaters for winter and kitchenette, has doors onto its own patio, where you can lie on sunloungers and admire the flower garden. Judy is truly a maestro in the kitchen and runs the Spaanschemat River Caf� at Constantia Uitsig during the day (where you will have breakfast); but she will do all she can to help her guests orientate themselves before and after work. You shouldn�t choose Lusthof if you are after a fully-catered guest house with 24-hour service.

But if you like to feel part of the furniture, and among friends, then this is the place for you. Mention must finally be made of Chebe, Judy�s huge, shaggy, good-natured, lemon-loving bouvier - an integral part of the set-up. Chebe is a dog by the way. Airport pick-up and car rental can be organised. There has been some talk of installing a plunge pool; better ask Judy.

Contact Details

Telephone: +27-(0)21 7946598
Facsimile: +27-(0)21 7946598

Email address:
rivercafe@netactive.co.za