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COMMERCIAL
INTERIOR

De Toren Private
Cellar creates a

captivating guest
experience with its

stylishly designed
Manor House

spectacular marriage of African
and Dutch influences and an
A unmitigated ode to the power
of terroir are what characterise the newly
renovated Manor House at De Toren
Private Cellar. The estate, which previously
could be visited by appointment only, has
now thrown open stylish new doors to
guests.
An existing property, the original
Manor House on the estate underwent
some transformation to create a beautifully
designed contemporary space that warmly
welcomes wine lovers, and fittingly
showcases the estate’s premium wines. The
architecture, interior design and exterior
landscaping were driven by a story of
evolution, rather than revolution – the
intention was to remain true to De Toren’s

heritage and roots while embracing the
opportunity to refresh and reinvigorate.
The Manor House was renovated
with a nod to traditional Cape Dutch
architecture – it is after all, situated in
Stellenbosch – yet this historical style
has been elevated with contemporary
additions. Additionally, De Toren wanted
the interiors to have an influence of
African aesthetic, to reflect the beauty
of the Cape’s unique Fynbos Biome, and
echo the magic of the estate’s natural
surroundings.
The Manor House sits elegantly
surrounded by perfectly manicured
gardens and shaded by big trees. At first
glance, the Cape Dutch influences are
clear: the thatch roof, gable and shuttered
windows all wait to greet you. However,
closer inspection reveals that modern
dark brown frames and shutters have been
chosen in place of the traditional green,
and the gable has been reimagined as a
more modern, sleek and angular structure
- hints of the contemporary touches within.

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