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Made in Stanford
Made in StanfordIt's Made in Stanford sa .....the south african fynbos valley, not the silicon valley one.... It's pure local .....what we can source locally we do. It's a mindful concept where zero waste is our base .....meaning that sold out is part of our concept....
Kid friendly Stanford school holiday fun
Kid friendly Stanford school holiday funWith the school calendar turned topsy-turvey this year, holiday plans with the kids must have gone a-muddle. Never fear, Stanford is near. A gem of a village tucked between mountains and ocean, with a river running through it,...
For the love of reading
For the love of readingThere are so many organisations in Stanford doing good work that goes such a long way. This is just one of those stories that we trust you’ll enjoy. Creative Works aims to promote a nurturing, safe and stimulating environment for children and...
Winter Line-Up
Winter Line-UpWell, that was an interesting last six month was it not? Thank goodness our tourism leisure travel business sector is starting to open up again both around the country but more specifically around the fabulous venues of Stanford Village and surrounds....
A little birdie once told me …
A little birdie once told me ...A little birdie once told me … A walking tour around Stanford Village will reveal a wide variety of bird habitats right on its doorstep, offering those with a sense of curiosity in nature, a diverse and rewarding birding experience....
For collection or delivery?
For Collection or DeliveryDue to COVID-19 social distancing restrictions, Stanford’s selection of fabulous restaurants have only been able to either home deliver your meal order, or, more recently, make your take-away order available for collection. And the senses...
The Small Village with the Big Heart
The Small Village with the Big Heart Community support, selfless volunteering of time and effort, generous donations, simple consideration for the wellbeing of others and ingenuity. This is the thread that runs through Stanford Village. So this is what Stanford...
Meandering uncertain waters
Meandering uncertain waters Over the past few weeks, many of us have been wondering how Tourism in South Africa, and more specifically, Stanford, is planning to navigate the impact of COVID-19. It is difficult to forecast, but we can possibly scenario plan. Of...
Finding Positivity
We’re all filled with feelings of confusion, concern and uncertainty of what to do not to mention general anxiety since Coronavirus COVID-19 burst onto the scene! Our norm is no more our reality and everything is rather surreal at the moment, filled with uncertainty...
The Stanford Wine Route’s Harvest in Pictures
It’s #Harvest2020 time and the members of the Stanford Wine Route have been hard at work harvesting their yields to make more of the amazing cool climate wines visitors to our region have come to love. Did you know that South Africa ranks 9th amongst the biggest wine...
The Stanford Wine Route’s Harvest in Pictures
It’s #Harvest2020 time and the members of the Stanford Wine Route have been hard at work harvesting their yields to make more of the amazing cool climate wines visitors to our region have come to love. Did you know that South Africa ranks 9th amongst the biggest wine...
The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now.
Written By Rishi, Goodwill Mountain Farm In Stanford, life is lived close to nature. We are farmers and gardeners, dog-walkers and mountain-bikers, tree-huggers and flower-smellers. Our intention to live sustainably is a natural extension of our love and...
Overberg’s Hidden Gems Revealed by Stanford MTB Classic
The 2020 Stanford MTB Classic, an Overberg MTB Events race, is set to take place on the 29th of February and 1st of March this year. In order to ensure that newcomers and returning riders alike are treated to a spectacular weekend of mountain biking the event’s route...
Top 5 Reasons to say “I do” in Stanford
1. Local is very Lekker Choosing to wed in a small hamlet like Stanford really does become a village affair. From food and wine sourced locally (think farm to fork options and homemade goods), a bouquet of Fynbos and Proteas (abundant in the winter/spring months), to...
Top 5 Reasons to say “I do” in Stanford
1. Local is very Lekker Choosing to wed in a small hamlet like Stanford really does become a village affair. From food and wine sourced locally (think farm to fork options and homemade goods), a bouquet of Fynbos and Proteas (abundant in the winter/spring months), to...
Stanford: What’s in a name?
In Stanford we just love uncovering history – whether it’s a building’s architectural past, or something about its tenants, function or its geographical positioning. It comes with being a heritage village – we have a natural curiosity for ‘what was’, a curiosity we so...
Hidden treasure and a fynbos adventure in Stanford
Stanford, the place where fynbos, family and freedom are abundant. By this we mean the freedom to explore the vast landscapes we have filled with the most incredible display of indigenous fynbos. Did you know that we are even fortunate enough to have two unique...
Hidden treasure and a fynbos adventure in Stanford
Stanford, the place where fynbos, family and freedom are abundant. By this we mean the freedom to explore the vast landscapes we have filled with the most incredible display of indigenous fynbos. Did you know that we are even fortunate enough to have two unique...
Cheers to Whales!
The donning of jerseys and thicker socks marks more than the arrival of winter - it’s whale season and we invite you to combine the best of Stanford’s village atmosphere (think Victorian architecture, antique shopping, foodie hot spots, our own wine route, family fun...
Celebrate #SAHarvest2019 in the Overberg!
Celebrate the Overberg’s juiciest crop and #SAHarvest2019 season with wine tastings, year-round country-style markets, festivals and grape stomping fun along the Stanford Wine Route. Western Cape winemakers’ busy harvest season generally starts in January until late...