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Somerset West

Local guides to Somerset West and the Helderberg: what to see, where to go and how to make the most of your stay.

Best Beaches Near Somerset West

Beaches · Somerset West

Best Beaches Near Somerset West

The best beaches near Somerset West: Strand, Bikini Beach and Gordon’s Bay Main Beach, plus tips for swimming, families and day trips.

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Best Hikes in Somerset West

Hiking & Nature · Somerset West

Best Hikes in Somerset West

The best hikes in Somerset West and the Helderberg, from easy nature reserve walks to full-day mountain routes, with tips for planning.

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Best Golf Courses Near Somerset West

Golf · Somerset West

Best Golf Courses Near Somerset West

Discover the best golf courses near Somerset West, from Gary Player’s Erinvale to Strand and Stellenbosch, plus tips for visiting golfers.

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Wine and Food Pairings in the Helderberg

Somerset West · Wine Estates & Pairings

Wine and Food Pairings in the Helderberg

A simple guide to wine and food pairings in the Helderberg, from Sauvignon Blanc and seafood to Shiraz and braai, and where to try them.

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Fine Dining in Somerset West

Fine Dining · Somerset West

Fine Dining in Somerset West

Looking for fine dining in Somerset West? Our guide to special-occasion restaurants with mountain and False Bay views, plus booking tips.

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Best Wine Estates in Somerset West

Somerset West · Wine Estates & Pairings

Best Wine Estates in Somerset West

Discover the best wine estates in Somerset West: Vergelegen, Idiom, Morgenster and more. Our local guide to the Helderberg wine route.

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Best Restaurants Somerset West | Villa Helderberg Guesthouse

Restaurants · Somerset West

Best Restaurants Somerset West | Villa Helderberg Guesthouse

Where we send our guests to eat: our favourite restaurants in Somerset West, Stellenbosch and Strand, from steak houses to romantic tables with a view...

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We Know the Best Breakfast, Coffee Shops & Bakeries in Somerset West for you to Enjoy!

Breakfast & Coffee · Somerset West

We Know the Best Breakfast, Coffee Shops & Bakeries in Somerset West for you to Enjoy!

Our favourite breakfast spots, coffee shops and bakeries in Somerset West, Strand and Gordon’s Bay, from Argentinian pastries to a quirky family favou...

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