Robertson · Western Cape
Bella Casa
A three‑bedroom self‑catering farmhouse in Robertson, Western Cape. Sleeps six, with a private pool and braai, on Route 62.
- 6 guests
- 3 bedrooms
- 4 beds
- 3 bathrooms
- Private pool
- Self‑catering
- Robertson, Western Cape
About the space
A three‑bedroom self‑catering farmhouse in the Robertson wine valley
Bella Casa is a three‑bedroom self‑catering house on a residential street in Robertson, Western Cape. It sleeps six across four beds and three bathrooms, and has a private pool and garden. Families, groups of friends and wedding parties use it as a base for the valley.
The open plan kitchen, lounge and dining flow to both indoor and outdoor braai spaces. Two bedrooms have ensuite bathrooms, and a third guest bathroom offers a full bath and shower. The kitchen is fitted with a gas stove, airfryer and dishwasher.
Outside you’ll find a private garden and pool. Please note the pool is uncovered, so it isn’t suited to children under 8 or non‑swimmers.
Fast facts
- Address
- 40 Truter Street, Robertson, 6705, Western Cape, South Africa
- Sleeps
- 6 guests across 4 beds
- Bedrooms
- 3 — two with ensuite bathrooms
- Bathrooms
- 3, including a guest bathroom with a full bath and shower
- Pool
- Private and uncovered, so not suited to children under 8 or non‑swimmers
- Braai
- Indoor and outdoor
- Kitchen
- Gas stove, dishwasher and airfryer; self‑catering
- Working
- Wi‑Fi and a dedicated workspace
- Parking
- Free, at the house
- Check‑in
- After 3pm, self check‑in with a lockbox
- Check‑out
- Before 10am
- From Cape Town
- About 160 km, a little under two hours by car
- Next door
- De Bakkerij bakery, on Truter Street
- Booking
- Airbnb, Booking.com, LekkeSlaap and Vrbo
Gallery
Inside the house, the pool and the garden
Amenities
Kitchen, Wi‑Fi, private pool and braai facilities
Kitchen and living
- Kitchen
- Tea & coffee station
- Washing machine
- Dedicated workspace
- Wi‑Fi
Outside
- Private pool
- Braai facilities
- Garden
- Free parking
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Cotton linens
Sleeping arrangements
Three bedrooms, four beds, sleeps six
Bedroom 2
Bedroom 3
Location
On Route 62, in the heart of the wine route
The house is at 40 Truter Street, in Robertson, which sits in the Breede River Valley on Route 62 — the heart of the Western Cape wine route. It is right next to a beloved local bakery, De Bakkerij, and within walking distance of shops, wine boutiques and cafés.
Getting here
How to get to Robertson from Cape Town
Bella Casa is at 40 Truter Street, Robertson, about 160 km east of Cape Town. The drive takes a little under two hours.
- Leave Cape Town on the N1 heading east and stay on it through the Huguenot Tunnel, the toll tunnel under the Du Toitskloof mountains. Worcester is roughly 110 km out.
- At Worcester, take the R60 signposted for Robertson and Swellendam.
- Follow the R60 down the Breede River Valley for another 45 km or so and it runs straight into Robertson. Turn off for Truter Street; the house is number 40, next door to De Bakkerij. Route 62 carries on east from here, through Ashton to Montagu.
Flying in
Cape Town International is the nearest airport and the drive is much the same — join the N1 and follow the route above. Hire a car while you are there: the cellars in the valley are spread out and there is no practical public transport between them.
Parking and arrival
There is free parking at the house. Check in any time after 3pm using the lockbox, so there is no arrival window to hit at the end of a long drive.
Things to do
Wine farms, olive farms and restaurants near Robertson
Robertson and the neighbouring Klaasvoogds valley are dense with cellars, olive farms and places to eat. These are the ones worth building a day around — most are a short drive from the front door.
The Robertson Wine Valley
In the heart of Route 62
- Route 62
- Main tar roads
- Gravel roads
- Railway
- Rivers
- Wine cellars & estates
Robertson
- Springfield Estate Wine tasting
- Bon Courage Tasting, with a restaurant on the estate
- Excelsior Wines Blend your own red, bottle it, then design and print the label
- Viljoensdrift River cruise — fill a basket at the deli and take lunch aboard
- Esona Boutique Wines Tasting across different glasses, an underground cellar and a bistro
- Silverthorn Wines MCC tasting and appreciation, plus a cellar visit
- De Wet’s Hof Best known for its Chardonnay
- Van Loveren Cellar and garden tours, wine pairings and a restaurant
- Four Cousins Beer, whisky, gin, wine and brandy tasting, pairings and a restaurant
- Zandvliet Wines Wine and gin tasting
- Graham Beck MCC tasting with platters
Klaasvoogds
- Marbrin Olives Olive tasting
- Owl’s Rest Lavender and olive farm, with tastings and platters
- Kranskop Wines Tasting with cheese platters
- Mo and Rose Light lunches
- Cactus Garden A garden to wander, next door to Mo and Rose
Beyond the cellars
Robertson is the largest town in the Langeberg and the western gateway to Route 62. The local tourism bureau calls this the valley of wine, horses and roses, which covers most of it: the Breede River runs the length of the valley and the mountains close it in on both sides.
Past the tasting rooms there are cellar tours and multi-day guided wine walks, river cruises and boat trips on the Breede, horse trails, golf, hiking and birding — and skydiving, for anyone so inclined. What is on changes through the year, with markets, shows and festivals moving around the calendar, so it is worth a look before you fix your dates.
There is more of this than fits here — the farms, the river, what is walkable and what is on — so it has its own page: things to do near Robertson.
The Robertson Tourism Bureau keeps the full list and the events calendar. Their office is in town on the corner of Reitz and Voortrekker Streets, about a kilometre from the front door, open on weekdays.
Tourism Bureau What’s on Routes Wine Eat Activities Walks & hikes robertsonr62.com
Someone has to stay off the tasting. Danie and Helga at Robertson Tours put together bespoke days around the valley and do the driving — info@robertsontours.co.za.
Good to know
Check‑in, pool safety and the bakery next door
Easy self check‑in
Self check‑in with a lockbox — no need to coordinate arrival times. Check in after 3pm, check out before 10am.
A home with character
This is a character‑filled older home — the wooden floors creak. The bakery next door brings kitchen sounds and smells from around 6am, Monday to Saturday. Earplugs are provided in the bedrooms.
Pool safety
The private pool is uncovered, so the home isn’t suited to children under 8 or non‑swimmers.
Questions
Frequently asked questions about Bella Casa
What time is check-in and check-out?
Check in any time after 3pm and check out before 10am. Check-in is self-service with a lockbox, so there is no need to coordinate an arrival time with anyone.
How many guests can Bella Casa sleep?
Six, across three bedrooms and four beds. Two bedrooms have a queen bed and their own ensuite; the third has two single beds and shares the guest bathroom, which has both a full bath and a shower. Three bathrooms in total.
Is the pool safe for young children?
The pool is private but uncovered, so the house is not suited to children under 8 or to anyone who cannot swim. There is no fence or cover.
Are there braai facilities?
Yes. There is an indoor braai and an outdoor braai in the garden by the pool. The kitchen is fitted with a gas stove, an airfryer and a dishwasher.
Is there Wi-Fi and somewhere to work?
Yes, Wi-Fi throughout and a dedicated workspace with a desk. The house also has air conditioning, a washing machine, cotton linens and a tea and coffee station.
What is within walking distance?
De Bakkerij, a local bakery, is immediately next door. Shops, wine boutiques and cafes are all walkable. Robertson sits in the Breede River Valley on Route 62, the heart of the Western Cape wine route.
How do I get to Bella Casa from Cape Town?
Bella Casa is at 40 Truter Street, Robertson, about 160 km east of Cape Town and a little under two hours by car. Take the N1 east through the Huguenot Tunnel to Worcester, then the R60 down the Breede River Valley. There is free parking at the house.
Is Bella Casa self-catering?
Yes. The whole house is yours, with a kitchen fitted with a gas stove, an airfryer and a dishwasher, plus an indoor and an outdoor braai. No meals are provided, and shops and a bakery are within walking distance for supplies.
Is there anything I should know before booking?
It is a character-filled older home, so the wooden floors creak. The bakery next door starts work around 6am from Monday to Saturday, which brings kitchen sounds and smells; earplugs are provided in the bedrooms.
How do I book Bella Casa?
Through Airbnb, Booking.com, LekkeSlaap or Vrbo, whichever you prefer. All four listings show live availability and pricing, and rates vary by season.
How do I contact the hosts?
Elsa and Karina both host the house. Message Elsa or Karina on WhatsApp, or email hello@bella-casa.co.za. Once you have booked, the messaging on the platform you booked through keeps the conversation attached to your reservation.
Meet Elsa and Karina, your hosts
The house is hosted by Elsa, with Karina co‑hosting. Either of them can help before, during or after a stay — whichever is quickest to reach.
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ElsaHost
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KarinaCo‑host
Or email hello@bella-casa.co.za