Robertson · Western Cape
Bon Cap Organic Winery
Bon Cap Organic Winery is a wine farm in Robertson, Western Cape. About 117 km from Cape Town.
Bon Cap Organic Wine Cellar: Eilandia, Robertson Valley
Bon Cap Organic Wine Cellar sits in the quieter Eilandia pocket of the Robertson Wine Valley, reached off the R60 between Worcester and Robertson rather than the denser town centre loop. It is a seventh-generation Du Preez family farm that combines certified organic wine, a guest farm, and a wedding and events venue—three roles that shape how (and when) visitors can actually arrive. Treat Bon Cap as a working celebration estate with an organic cellar story, not as a guaranteed Saturday walk-in on Route 62.
Official guest-farm and wedding presence: boncap.co.za. An older wine-focused site remains at boncaporganic.co.za. Prefer phone confirmation before you drive; the two domains do not always describe weekend public access the same way.
Organic pioneer story
Bon Cap’s wine narrative is unusually clear for Robertson: the family farmed with an organic bent for years, applied for international certification, and received full organic status in 2002—the same year the cellar produced its first wines. Early capacity was tiny (a converted tractor shed handling roughly 80 tons); a rebuild in 2003 lifted capacity toward 450 tons, with later dry storage, lab, and bottle-ageing space. Harvest is described as hands-on—picking before dusk, destemming, and fermenting as whole berries—aimed at quality at approachable prices rather than a luxury cellar-door theatre.
Published ranges on the organic site include the farm-grown Bon Cap handcrafted line, the lifestyle Ruins range, and the Green House organic export range. Do not invent tasting-flight tariffs, medal tallies, or current stock lists here—ask when you book which organic bottles are open.
Entrée Cuvée and similar independent guides still call Bon Cap one of Robertson’s early organic pioneers in limestone-influenced Breede River country. Use that framing for context; confirm farming and visit detail with the estate.
Location: Eilandia, not a Main Road cellar stop
Directions (official guest-farm site): N1 to Worcester, continue on the R60 toward Robertson; about 30 km from Worcester look for the Bon Cap sign and turn as directed. GPS published for the bistro / guest area: 33°46’44”S 19°40’46”E. The older contact page also lists cellar GPS 33°47’01”S 19°40’54”E. Wined and older listings sometimes say “R62, Robertson”; the live guest-farm directions emphasise the R60 Worcester–Robertson approach—confirm the pin when you book.
Eilandia is warm Robertson country with space for gardens, dams, cottages, and a chapel or sunroom ceremony—geography that suits weddings and overnight stays more than a five-minute tasting stop between town cellars.
Visitor reality: weddings reshape the weekend
boncap.co.za positions Bon Cap primarily as a place to celebrate: one event per day, halls for roughly 10–150 guests, in-house catering and coordination, gardens or sunroom ceremonies, and on-farm accommodation for up to 36 guests (five self-catering cottages and seven en-suite rooms; bridal suite included for the wedding night on package terms). Larger parties source beds within about 10 km.
The country cottage bistro / kitchen focuses on special occasions and seasonal events (Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Christmas). Group midweek and Sunday lunches can be arranged; a Sunday lunch buffet is described as group-only by arrangement. Bookings are essential. Official guest-farm copy states the venue may be closed to the public on Saturdays and Sundays when private functions are hosted, and that Sunday public walk-in is not assumed.
Hour conflict to flag: the older boncaporganic.co.za contact page still lists Monday–Friday 08:00–17:00 and Sunday 08:00–16:00, closed Saturdays for weddings. Live boncap.co.za office hours read Tuesday–Friday 08:00–17:00, Saturday/Sunday closed, public holidays 08:00–15:00 (wording on the live site). Do not rely on Sunday public tasting or buffet access without a confirmed booking. Phone first.
Staying and celebrating
Accommodation and wedding packages are published via PDFs on boncap.co.za (2026/2027 guest-farm wedding packages linked from the site). Check-in after 14:00, check-out 10:00. Farm amenities mentioned in guest-farm copy include a small splash pool at the lapa, dam-edge cottages at Weltevrede homestead for fishing and birdwatching, mountain biking surrounds, and a children’s play area. Meals for overnight guests can be pre-booked from the bistro when it is operating for your dates.
Named tasting tariffs are thin on both official surfaces researched—another reason to enquire rather than assume a fixed walk-in flight price.
Contacts at a glance
| Field | Published value |
|---|---|
| Primary website | https://boncap.co.za/ |
| Older wine site | https://boncaporganic.co.za/ |
| info@boncap.co.za | |
| Guest-farm / bookings phone | +27 67 405 4114 (boncap.co.za; no WhatsApp/SMS note on wedding PDF) |
| Alternate landlines | +27 23 626 2073 (guest farm, older pages); +27 23 626 1628 (winery line on older contact page) |
| https://www.facebook.com/BonCapOrganic | |
| https://www.instagram.com/boncap_weddings/ | |
| YouTube | None verified |
| Booking | Enquire via info@boncap.co.za / packages on boncap.co.za |
Planning tip for a Robertson day
Pair Bon Cap with other Robertson or Ashton stops only after you have a confirmed weekday or pre-booked slot. If your weekend is wedding-heavy in the valley, expect the estate to be closed for a private celebration. For organic wine conversation, ask for the certified farm range; for a stay-and-celebrate weekend, start with Michelle’s guest-farm team on boncap.co.za rather than inventing walk-in hours from third-party festivals.
FAQ
Is Bon Cap open for walk-in wine tasting every weekend?
Not safely assumed. Live guest-farm copy stresses Saturday/Sunday closures when functions run; the older organic contact page lists Sunday hours that conflict. Phone ahead.
Is Bon Cap certified organic?
Official wine pages state full organic status from 2002 after applying in 1999, with annual certification audits—confirm the current logo/registration on bottles you buy.
Where exactly is it?
Eilandia / Robertson Valley off the R60 approach from Worcester toward Robertson (confirm turn-off). GPS pins published for bistro and cellar as above.
Can I stay on the farm?
Yes—self-catering cottages and en-suite rooms marketed for wedding weekends and leisure stays; book via the guest-farm contacts.
Things to do at Bon Cap Organic Winery
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Wine tasting & pairings
Wine tasting / cellar door
Official boncaporganic.co.za / boncap.co.za: Du Preez family; organic certification story from 2002; ranges Bon Cap / The Ruins / Green House. Winery contact +27 23 626 1628 / info@boncap.co.za; Guestfarm +27 23 626 2073 / guestfarm@boncap.co.za; newer boncap.co.za also +27 67 405 4114. GPS Bon Rouge 33°46’44”S 19°40’46”E; cellar 33°47’01”S 19°40’54”E.
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Restaurants & dining
Restaurant (Bon Rouge bistro — bookings)
Official Bon Rouge: lunch/dinner revised daily; Sunday traditional buffet (bookings essential; kids 5–under 12 half price on buffet; excludes Mother’s/Father’s Day/Christmas specials). Closed Saturdays to the public for weddings/functions. Newer boncap.co.za: not open to the public on Sundays; may be closed Sat/Sun when private functions hosted; Sunday buffet for group bookings only. Barrel Garden kids play (worm, tractor, swings, trampoline, etc.).
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Places to stay
Stay (Weltevrede guest cottages & en-suite rooms)
Official: self-catering cottages + en-suite rooms (boncap.co.za: 5 cottages + 7 en-suite; up to 36 guests); dam fishing/birdwatching; splash pool/lapa; Breede River border. Check-in after 14:00 / check-out 10:00 (boncap.co.za).
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Places to stay
Events / weddings / conference
Official: one event focus; halls for ~10–150/170; gardens or sunroom ceremonies; in-house catering/coordinator; bridal suite night included in wedding package copy.
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Walks, trails & outdoors
Kids (Barrel Garden play area)
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Other experiences
Outdoor (dam / Breede River / splash pool)
Notable wines
Organic Chenin Blanc; Shiraz; Cap Classique
Visiting with kids
“Kids are an integral part of life at Bon Cap”: a large play area for children, splash pool, dam fishing and a country cottage bistro.
With kids. About 113 min from Cape Town. Suited to toddlers, tweens.
Play areaKids menuLawnsCasual food
- large play area
- splash pool
- dam fishing
- birdwatching
- mountain biking
Bon Cap Organic Wine Cellar states that “kids are an integral part of life” here, with a large play area, splash pool, dam fishing, birdwatching and mountain biking plus a country cottage bistro (children’s meals on request). It is primarily a guest farm and wedding or event venue, so those amenities are described for event and accommodation guests. The bistro needs bookings for Sunday lunches, groups and events, is not open to the public on Sundays, and may close on function weekends. No wine-tasting hours are published. Phone ahead and clarify whether your visit is as a day diner or overnight guest before promising the splash pool to the kids.
Before you go
- Book ahead, especially on weekends and in school holidays.
Who are the play area and splash pool for?
Described for event and accommodation guests — confirm for your visit type.
Can we book Sunday lunch?
Sunday lunches need booking; the bistro is not open to the public on Sundays.
Are tasting hours published?
No wine-tasting hours are published.
Nearby with children
- Heron Trail bird hides (Vrolijkheid) — Walk or hike, Robertson · 24 km Website
- McGregor village — Outing, McGregor · 23 km
- Vrolijkheid Nature Reserve — Nature reserve, Robertson / McGregor road · 24 km Website
- Worcester Museum (Kleinplasie) — Kids museum, Worcester · 25 km Website
Family notes checked 5 October 2026. Confirm on the farm’s website before you drive. Source. More family farms in Robertson. Things to do near this farm. Stay on this farm. Weddings on this farm.
Staying here
Five self-catering cottages and seven en-suite rooms (36 guests) on a seventh-generation Robertson farm with a kids' play area and dam-side cottages.
Place to stay. About 113 min from Cape Town. 114 min from the airport. Bon Cap self-catering cottages (5)|en-suite rooms (7)|Weltevrede homestead guest cottages.
Cottage, Guesthouse, Self-catering, Farm stay. Up to 36 guests. 12 units.
PoolRestaurantKitchenKids welcome
Robertson Valley / Karoo landscape; cottages on the edge of a dam
Bon Cap Organic Wine Cellar is a seventh-generation Robertson farm with dam-edge cottages and a kids' play area.
Properties: Bon Cap self-catering cottages (5); en-suite rooms (7); Weltevrede homestead guest cottages.
At a glance
- Stay types: cottage, guesthouse, self-catering
- Capacity: 36 guests across about 12 units
- Amenities: splash pool; Country Cottage Bistro & Kitchen (limited days); large play area
- Note: the Weltevrede homestead here is Bon Cap's, not Weltevrede Estate
- Rates: none published (info@boncap.co.za)
Facts from official sources in our stay audit (Last checked 5 October 2026). Re-confirm rates, minimum stays and child/pet rules on the estate's own booking page before paying a deposit. Region guide: country wine farm accommodation.
How many guests can Bon Cap sleep?
Up to 36 across cottages and en-suite rooms.
Is there a restaurant?
Yes — Country Cottage Bistro & Kitchen, on limited days.
Are rates online?
No. Enquire directly.
Stay notes checked 5 October 2026. Confirm the rate and what is open before you book. Source. More stays in Robertson. With kids. Weddings.
Weddings here
Robertson guest farm that runs as a one-stop wedding venue: garden or Sunroom-chapel ceremonies, small and large halls for 10-150 guests, in-house catering, florals and coordinator, and sleeping for 36 on the farm. Venue from R 15 000 Fri/Sat (2026)
Hosts weddings. Up to 150 seated. About 113 min from Cape Town. 114 min from the airport. From Venue: Friday & Saturday R 15 000 (low season) / R 18 000 (high season); Thurs R 9 000. Ceremony: Chapel R 3 500; Garden R 4 500. Catering estimate R500 to R550 or higher per person (+10% staff fee).
Rooms on siteIn-house cateringChapelOutdoorIndoor
Large function hall and small function hall (climate-controlled reception venue with bar area and grand fireplace, outdoor seating under the vines); Gardens; air-conditioned Sunroom/chapel; communal Lapa (pre-wedding gathering, extra charge)
Two on-site options: The Gardens, or The Sunroom (air-conditioned indoor chapel overlooking mountains and farm; sheltered wet-weather alternative). Ceremony fee includes standard chairs/benches and a pulpit
Working seventh-generation family farm in the Robertson Valley (Eilandia); function room with views over a serene dam set against mountains; gardens and Karoo landscape
Bon Cap Organic Wine Cellar is a one-stop Robertson guest farm wedding venue with garden or air-conditioned Sunroom-chapel ceremonies, climate-controlled halls and in-house catering on a working organic wine farm.
At a glance
- Capacity: about 10–150 guests across small and large halls
- Ceremony: Sunroom chapel (R3 500) or garden (R4 500) (2026)
- Stay: up to 36 guests in five cottages and seven en-suite rooms; bridal suite included for the couple on the wedding night
- Catering: in-house estimate about R500–R550 pp plus 10% staff fee (2026)
- Policy: one function per week noted on older official copy — confirm current rules
Before you book, ask for a written summary of inclusions (tables, linen, staffing, bar and ceremony set-up), finish times, the rain plan and any compulsory suppliers. Capacities and packages change, so rely on the estate's dated quote for your guest list and season.
Price: Venue hire from R9 000 Thursday or R15 000–R18 000 Friday–Saturday by season (2026, as published).
Last checked 5 October 2026 against the estate's official information. Confirm details directly before booking.
Before you enquire
- Minimum guests: 10.
- Day functions end 16h00, evening events end 00h00 (8-hour session). Bar closes 15h45 (midday) / 23h45 (evening). No music at the Lapa
- No external caterers. In-house florals/decor and wedding cakes; list of trusted suppliers provided and own suppliers accommodated (T&Cs apply for own florist/stylist). Cork fee R50 per bottle for own wine. Biodegradable confetti only; no sparklers or glitter poppers
- Lower Thursday venue rate (R 9 000 vs R 15 000/R 18 000 Fri & Sat) and lower low-season pricing (Jan-Feb, May-Aug); fireplace bar called out for winter weddings
- From official Bon Cap Guest farm & Wedding Venue packages 2026 PDF. Low season Jan & Feb, May-Aug; high season March & April, Sept-Dec. Also listed: fairy lights half package R 1 000 / full R 3 000; Lapa R 950 per session; a public-holiday surcharge (R 4 000 shown, but the PDF table layout is garbled, so confirm). Catering, drinks, decor, accommodation and diesel generator surcharge (~R600/hour) not included in venue fee. A 2027 packages PDF is also linked from the homepage (not reviewed)
How many guests can Bon Cap seat?
Official packages cover roughly 10 to 150 guests across the small and large function halls.
What does a Bon Cap wedding cost?
Venue hire is from R9 000 on Thursdays or R15 000–R18 000 Friday–Saturday by season (2026), plus chapel or garden ceremony fees and catering from about R500–R550 per person.
Is there a chapel?
Yes — an air-conditioned Sunroom chapel (R3 500 in 2026). Garden ceremonies are R4 500 (2026).
Can guests stay on the farm?
Yes. Up to 36 guests in cottages and en-suite rooms, with a bridal suite included for the couple on the wedding night.
Wedding notes checked 5 October 2026. Guest numbers and packages change. Ask the farm for the current offer. Enquire. Brochure. Source. More wedding farms in Robertson. With kids. Stay.
Questions before you go
Where is Bon Cap Organic Winery?
Bon Cap Organic Winery is at R62, Robertson. Most visitors drive there from Cape Town in 90–120 minutes.
Can I do a wine tasting at Bon Cap Organic Winery?
Yes, tastings are listed. A current price is not on this page yet, so call +27 23 626 1628 for fees.
Can I eat at Bon Cap Organic Winery?
Yes, there is a restaurant on the farm. Book ahead for weekend lunches.
Can I stay over at Bon Cap Organic Winery?
Yes, the farm offers accommodation. Call +27 23 626 1628 for rates and availability.
Wine of Origin
Geographical unit: Western Cape → Breede River Valley → Robertson
Robertson is the Breede River's limestone district: a proper wine-route town with Chardonnay, sparkling wine, reds and fortified muscadel.
Terroir snapshot
Elevation and soil figures are modelled at the pin, not a vineyard block survey. Use them to compare farms, not to quote a technical sheet.
- Latitude
- -33.77889
- Longitude
- 19.67944
- Elevation
- 186 m (Open-Meteo)
- Soil pH
- 6.5 (SoilGrids 0–5 cm)
- Clay
- 10% (SoilGrids)
- Organic C
- 55.7 g/kg (SoilGrids)
Sources
- Family notes: farm website, checked 5 October 2026
- Stay notes: farm website, checked 5 October 2026
- Wedding notes: farm website, checked 5 October 2026
- Elevation: Open-Meteo
- Soil: ISRIC SoilGrids
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