Le Grand Jardin

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Date: 1934

Architect: Unidentified

Style: Cape Dutch Revival, H-plan

Location: Devon Valley, Stellenbosch

Source: Perfect Hideaways

The house is set on a private estate with its own vineyards (linked to Le Grand Domaine winery). It features an original H-shaped layout, deep stoeps (verandas), and gabled roofs. According to multiple sources, it was constructed as a wedding gift for the daughter of a neighboring estate and designed by an unnamed student of Sir Herbert Baker. The property itself is surrounded by old magnolia trees and hundred year old oaks planted back in the 1930s. The property has strong garden emphasis - hence the name "Le Grand Jardin" (French for "The Great Garden"). Today, it's marketed as a whimsical, heritage-rich retreat with 360° vineyard and mountain views.


Aerial view. Source: Le Grand Jardin on Instagram.

Entrance view. Source: LekkeSlaap

Source: InsideGuide

Staircase: Source: The Citizen

Staircase. Source: The Citizen

Locality map

Sources

  1. The Citizen: This opulent Stellenbosch manor is steeped in history. April 1, 2023. Balwanth, Y.

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