I’m Coming Home!
That’s right, I’m coming home. Well, only for a while… but 3 weeks is enough to quench my thirst for South African wine. Or is it? While in South Africa I’ll be staying part of the time at the White House, a peaceful refuge on the West Coast only one hour’s drive north of Cape [...]
Plan Your Winter Getaway Today!
If you’re looking for that ideal winter getaway, then look no further. The White House is making it all possible by offering substantially reduced rates from 1st June to 31st August 2011. After a day trip in the Swartland wine route, snuggle up in front of the fireplace or watch the whales from your chair [...]
Full Bloom on South Africa’s West Coast
The world-famous September flower season is upon us. It’s Spring time in South Africa and during the month of September the West Coast transforms into a magical display of over 1200 flower species in full bloom.
Why not experience it for yourself in the heart of the wild flower district itself, by paying a [...]
One Day in Darling
It was 40°C in the shade that day as we drove away from South Africa’s west coast, inland deep into the Swartland wine district. Besides my obvious thirst, I was eager with anticipation for a wine tasting that would no doubt ensue.
Our destination was Cloof, a wine estate offering not only decent wines, but good [...]





