De Kuilen Country House is a perfect retreat from the jostle of Johannesburg. Being set among beautifully kept gardens tranquillity descends upon you the second you arrive. There are many comfortable areas for you to sit back and relax from the sheltered veranda in the courtyard, the front terrace and the drawing room. The décor and finishing’s throughout the house including the rooms are wonderful, a great deal of care has been taken for each room to have its own unique touches and the house to retain the character of Cape Dutch manor.

Both of the hosts, Anne-Marie and Charles, are a wealth of knowledge from gardening, wine, history and much more. They have a vast book collection to match which covered every topic I could have wished for. I just wish I was a faster reader!

For those who love their food and wine this will definitely not disappoint, Anne-Marie along with the chefs are extremely good cooks and the meals are somehow always the perfect choice of dish and size.

Overall, the ambiance created by the wonderfully completed rooms, the welcoming staff and the hosts make you feel free to roam and very much part of this grand and welcoming home. I would love to be able to come here on a frequent basis and highly recommend it to anyone who plans to visit Johannesburg.

This was our second stay at De Kuilen and we want to go back. It's like we need regular doses of the excellent hospitality, peaceful and tranquil surroundings, delicious meals and feel-at-home comfort. Not to mention that it's great value for money. The location is easily accessible, so you won't be driving around in circles. The rooms are so comfortable with clean and fresh linen; the kitchen is well equipped and the hospitality tray of cookies are mouth watering; the bathrooms are very neat and have most of all you need, including quality toiletries (shampoos, soaps).
Just get there, kick off your shoes, soak in the tub with a glass of bubbly and allow yourself to recuperate in a homely environment.

This has truly been my favourite place to stay at in Jhb. Amazing environment - real old world charm. Fantastic breakfast and the hosts organised an exquisite lunch in the garden. I left here feeling truly refreshed and looked after. I would recommend it both for business executives who want a place of serenity after a busy day and for couples just needing a place to breathe. Exceeded all my expectations. What a find!!

The De Kuilen is a real find! It is conveniently situated not far from Sandton City and within easy reach of all the places you would want or need to visit in Johannesburg. However, it has so much more to offer than most of the normal accommodation options. The De Kuilen is a real country style hotel set in the midst of beautiful gardens.

The service is excellent and the owners, Anne-Marie and Charles Molteno, go out of their way to make their guests feel at home. Nothing is too much trouble for them.

A major highlight of our stay was the food. We thoroughly enjoyed the wonderful breakfasts and the superb gourmet cooking.

We recommend this hotel unreservedly for business, pleasure, or both at the same time.