Packwood Wine Estate
and Country Retreat
on the Garden Route

OUR AWARD WINNING WINES

Packwood Winery and Country Estate location

Packwood Wine Estate
and Country Retreat
on the Garden Route

OUR AWARD WINNING WINES

Packwood Wine Estate
and Country Retreat
on the Garden Route

OUR AWARD WINNING WINES

Packwood Wine Estate
and Country Retreat
on the Garden Route

OUR AWARD WINNING WINES

Packwood Wine Estate
and Country Retreat
on the Garden Route

The Wine Tasting Experience

Packwood Wine Estate
and Country Retreat
on the Garden Route

The Wine Estate

Our Wines

Packwood Wine Estate
and Country Retreat
on the Garden Route

Accommodation

Packwood Wine Estate
and Country Retreat
on the Garden Route

The Wine Tasting Experience

Packwood Wine Estate
and Country Retreat
on the Garden Route

The Wine Estate

Packwood Wine Estate
and Country Retreat
on the Garden Route

Accommodation

Packwood Wine Estate
and Country Retreat
on the Garden Route

A Taste of Country Living

OPEN from Tuesday to Friday 9am until 5pm, Saturday and public holidays 10 am until 3 pm.

On rainy days in high season please call ahead as we have limited space inside.

We are closed Xmas Day and New Years Day.

Free wine delivery service to Plett and Knysna, minimum order 12 bottles.

Welcome to Packwood Wine Estate near Harkerville, our small down to earth winery set within our beautiful working country estate, get ready for a rustic journey off the beaten track to reach our unique destination . Where every sip tells a story, savor our handcrafted wines and bubbly a testament to the terroir that surrounds us. Choose your favourite wines to take home and then meander through to the luncheon area for one of our homemade farmhouse cheese lunches made from our own produce. Served with a smile, our small and relaxing eatery has beautiful panoramic views across the farm and beyond. Equidistant to Plettenberg Bay and Knysna in the Garden Route. Embraced by pristine indigenous forests and nature in abundance. Our luncheon area is open to wine tasting visitors, a maximum of 2 people sharing 1 cheese lunch board, please remember we are not a restaurant.

The Wine
Estate

View The Estate

Location

Re-connect with nature, enjoy great wine, fresh farm produce and some peace and quiet. Bring your bike or go for a hike then end your day at Packwood with lunch and a bottle of your favourite wine.

Wine Tasting & Sales

Packwood is a small boutique wine estate in Harkerville – Sip and savour our unique and authentic wines, Bubbly & Breakfast served until 10am, stay a little longer and delve into our homemade farmhouse cheese lunch.
WINE TASTING, SALES AND CHEESE LUNCHES
Tues – Fri: 9 -5 pm Sat & Public Holidays: 10–3pm

Experiences

Close proximity to all Garden Route attractions and activities and a short distance from the many pristine beaches and attractions this area has to offer.

WINE TASTING, SALES AND CHEESE LUNCHES

Tues –Fri 9 -5 pm Sat & pub hols 10–3pm

Wine Tastings and a Farmhouse Cheese Lunch

Sip wines from our vineyard at the tasting area, relax at our luncheon area and savor our homemade farmhouse cheese lunch, served with a smile and beautiful views across the farm.

Our cheese is light and freshly flavoured with herbs from the gardens, produce from our Jersey cows. Served with freshly baked bread, homemade preserves and dips and a splash of salad.

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Breakfast and Bubbles

Farm fresh organic eggs, lashings of hollandaise sauce, served with gorgeous views across the farm, why not add a bottle of bubbly to complete your breakfast.

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Order Wine

Wine Order Enquiry We deliver weekly to Knysna and Plett free of charge. Minimum order – 12 Bottles. Please select…

Pruning Vines

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Vintage 2020

Welcome to the Wine O’Clock show! We will be filming from different locations from Packwood over the next few weeks…

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Welcome to the Wine O’Clock show! We will be filming from different locations from Packwood over the next few weeks…

Enjoyed our stay and will recommend it to our friends…

Dear Vicky.
You have a beautiful place. We enjoyed our stay, the good and wine and the friendly staff. Sassie was so friendly and helpful, a real star. We really enjoyed our stay and will recommend it to our friends.
Kind Regards
Deon and Marinda – Port Elizabeth

Enjoyed our stay and will recommend it to our friends...

Thoroughly enjoyed the tranquillity and the cottage…

Thank you again for your wonderful hospitality (and patience!) during our stay on your fabulous farm this week. Thoroughly enjoyed the tranquillity and the cottage. Your products and the wine and cheese tasting are amazing!😋 Only wish we had done more walks as the area is so beautiful. Great Saturday market too. Would love to...

Thoroughly enjoyed the tranquillity and the cottage...

We so enjoyed the quiet, solitude, peace and beautiful surroundings…

Hi Vicky, we just want to say thank you for an amazing time in your lovely cottage. We enjoyed the quiet, solitude, peace and beautiful surroundings. Ilsa was a great front of house host, thank you again and every good wish for success in the days ahead. Robbie and Moira – Winemakers cottage October 2021

We so enjoyed the quiet, solitude, peace and beautiful surroundings...

We had the most amazing time at Packwood and Ilse was great.. as was the breakfast, cheese board and off course the wine and setting - Liezl Strydom - Aug 2021

We had the most amazing time at Packwood...

What more could we ask for? Just what we needed to recharge the batteries…

Thank you, we had a lovely stay at your establishment. It was quiet and restful and just what we needed to recharge the batteries a little.

My hubby was over the moon that there was a fire place in the cottage, so needless to say that it was lit immediately when we walked in. And then...

What more could we ask for? Just what we needed to recharge the batteries...

Extraordinary good white wine
Extremely nice and helpful owner and staff. Have arrived late in the evening. Vicky has organised food and prepared a delicious cheese platter. Extraordinary good white wine
Joachim Gamm ★★★★★

Joachim - Extraordinary good white wine

Jacky – We Loved every moment of our stay

"We loved every moment of our stay!"

Hill cottage was wonderful. Great amenities and total privacy. The setting is out of this world and as avid mountain bikers to be on the edge of the Knysna forest was the highlight. We will definitely be back.

Jacky - We Loved every moment of our stay

MackyD’s – Port Elizabeth – “Lovely wine tasting session!”

“Lovely wine tasting session!”

A drive in from the N2, but worth it. Quaint little place, but enjoyed the tasting room and buying some delicious wines after a tasting of course. We did not have pairing available as there was a function in the main tent.

MackyD's - Port Elizabeth - “Lovely wine tasting session!”

Chris – A very warm and friendly welcome

"A very warm and friendly welcome at Packwood Country Estate."

Beautiful views and tranquil setting followed by one of the best wine tastings I've had. Amazing SavBlanc wines and the Pinot Noir was superb.

Chris - A very warm and friendly welcome

Megan from Pennsylvania “Memorable experience”

“Memorable experience”

I'm visiting from the states and wanted to experience everything South Africa had to offer including a wine tasting. Packwood went above and beyond my expectations. I've never favoured wine but still decided to give it a go and I'm glad I did.

Megan from Pennsylvania “Memorable experience”

Drockbo – Cape Town – One of the best Pinot Noirs in the Country!!

"We had a really nice visit to Packwood Wines!!"

The owner and winemaker was so friendly and knowledgeable, and she made us feel very welcome and appreciated! They have three adorable dogs who were very sweet and loveable.

Drockbo - Cape Town - One of the best Pinot Noirs in the Country!!

JWePayne – London – Wine Tasting and lunch – Jan 2016

"The setting was beautiful with extensive views."

Went with my wife and two children just before new year. Plett was very busy but our guest house booked this for us. We were greeted by 3 very friendly and well behaved dogs much to my daughters delight!

JWePayne - London - Wine Tasting and lunch - Jan 2016

Monika Clark, Jo’Burg – Stunning Lunch – Jan 2016

"Wonderful peace away from the maddening crowd in season at Plett."

What a find! We had the most delicious pre-booked cheese lunch and wine tasting at Packwood. We shared a cheeseboard with a selection of tantalising cheeses served with home-made ciabatta and green salad, and sipped on the good home wines.

Monika Clark, Jo'Burg - Stunning Lunch - Jan 2016

Mrs Silberbauer, Cape Town – Hidden gem between Plett and Knysna – Jan 2016

"Hidden Gem!"

We attended a tasting at this hidden gem and unfortunately didn't make use of the accommodation. We had been driving around for a while looking for a place where we could taste wine and we found Packwood by chance but I’m glad we did!

Mrs Silberbauer, Cape Town - Hidden gem between Plett and Knysna - Jan 2016

Archie – Packwood packs a punch, Dec 2015

"Make the effort when in the area - you will be pleasantly surprised!"

Pre booked cheese lunch for a large party of family and friends, turned into an amazing experience at this `off the beaten track` wine and cheese farm.

Archie - Packwood packs a punch, Dec 2015

LiveWorkTravel, – Idyllic place to stay, Dec 2015

"Private Retreat"

We spent a wonderful Christmas week here with family. The main house is beautiful and so spacious. Comfy beds and en suite bathrooms. The pool and deck have a gorgeous view across the valley. We enjoyed the mountain biking and hiking.

LiveWorkTravel, - Idyllic place to stay, Dec 2015

"Worth a visit!"

Fantastic experience with beautiful views and warm service. Felt like home away from home. Delicious cheese platter with warm crusty bread and preserves, will definitely visit again.

Saskia F, Amazing Experience - Dec 2015

"Truly unique concept and definitely worth a visit!"

The wines are unique and really expresses the terroir of the area. Ashley hosted the tasting, he is very knowledgeable and his outgoing personality just adds to the experience and atmosphere.

Anton V - Tasting and lunch - Dec 2015

Millificent, Grahamstown – Luncheon at Packwood Estate – Dec 2015

"Breathtaking views"

If you ever want to take a day to enjoy nature with a luxurious cheese platter and a bottle of wine produced from the soil directly under your feet, then go to Packwood.

Millificent, Grahamstown - Luncheon at Packwood Estate - Dec 2015

"They make you feel at home"

Was really amazing. The food was great, best service a person could ask for.

Gordon V - Unforgettable - Nov 2015

"Well done guys, you got it right!"

We happened to be in the area, and were blown away upon our arrival. Ashley took us for the tasting. He was extremely approachable. And the MCC out of this world!

Eluan J - Lunchtime Spent

"I wanted to get engaged at a wine estate while we were on holiday in the area."

I couldn't have asked for a lovelier scene to pop the question. Thank you so much Packwood Country Estate for a perfect and truly unforgettable day.

GerritvR - Engagement at Packwood

SoulHaveLearnt – Special Visit – Sep 2015

"Truly was a special find"

A welcome to beautiful venue, grounds and view of the farm, our host and owner Vicky was welcoming and friendly, their wines were exceptional, their Sauvignon Blanc and Gent bubbly were super special.

SoulHaveLearnt - Special Visit - Sep 2015

"Fantastic experience"

What a fantastic experience, such welcoming and friendly service, lovely wine and amazing cheese and to add to that we got homemade bread, a fresh salad picked from their own garden, delicious mushroom soup, preserves and homemade chutney

Sunel L, Sep 2015

"Ideal for mountain bikers"

We did some great mountain biking while we were there and this the ideal places for mountain bikers looking for some places to stay and ride.

Marcellica, from George, July 2015

"Set the benchmark for service delivery in South Africa"

Our recent overnight stay at Packwood quite literally set the benchmark for service delivery in South Africa. The spectacular view was outmatched only by the warm welcome we received by our hosts Vicky and Peter, who continued to impress right throughout our stay.

Greeves BT from Jo'Burg 23 June 2015

"We really enjoyed our Packwood Country Estate Wine Tasting & Lunch experience!!"

All their Wines & most of the Foods they serve are grown on their own Farm ... LOVE Self-Sustainable! They also support Local Farmers by serving some of their Products ... Keep it Local!

Millie A - June 2015

"Prince of grapes....Pinot noir"

Hi Vicky, Just wanted to inform you that we have tried your Pinot Noir - wow! What a great wine.

Jonas from......

"Stay at Packwood Country Estate."

We were welcomed by wonderful hospitality, including an authentic home cooked scrumptious meal on the house. The accommodation was great.

Kev, Johannesburg

"Home away from home"

My family and I (6 of us in total, including 4 teenage children) spent a wonderful holiday at Packwood House from late December 2013 to just after New Year. From the moment we arrived we were made to feel welcome, with Ilse's lovely home cooked meal most enjoyable after a long day...

Andrew, Johannesburg

A lovely day indeed.

Beautiful Autumn weather perfect for exploring off

Birthday celebrations, making memories at Packwood

Adventure off the beaten track and visit us for a

The photo says it all, runpacking all the way to P

Ashley Diedericks

2024-05-18

Jeanie and Sassie we're our host's and I give big compliments . Lovely set up and good wine .

Devan Pulliah

2024-04-30

Located in a very rural part of the forest this wine estate is quite unique...the drive to the estate is mostly offroad...the remoteness is the highlight...the views and tranquility is lovely...the wines are not bad & you can have them with locally made cheese board platter...the service is excellent from the attendants...quite a drive but the views & ambience is just amazing

Val Stegmann

2024-04-19

Went to for a wine tasting R100 each. Had a charcuterie board. R425. Oh my word. What a beautiful spread and with the beautiful view felt so spoilt.

Musa Dliso

2024-04-05

The most amazing service from Vicky, the place was amazing, the wine absolutely brilliant

David Grieve

2024-04-03

5 Star Experience. The host (Vicky) was exceptionally accommodating, the views were stunning and the wine so good we ended up staying the night!

Melissa Laing

I recently had the pleasure of visiting Packwood Wine and Country Estate and it exceeds all my expectations. Greeted with warm hospitality and stunning views. An unforgettable experience. The owner was exceptionally kind to all of us. My favourite was the brut nature rose, I do love some good bubbles. Highly recommend 100%

Jono Child

2024-04-01

Stunning wine, incredibly views, the most hospitable staff. Highly recommend a visit if you are in the Knysna area

Alida Van Dyk

2024-03-27

Wow!!! Incredible experience! Loved it 🍷

John Corden (Kipper Sailing)

2024-02-02

Absolutely beautiful setting for wine tasting. The cheese platter was sensational. Highly recommended.

Nicole Hagan

2024-01-18

What a hidden gem! Ilse makes the most amazing freshly made cheese straight from the farm, and it is by miles the best cheese platter we’ve ever had! Wish we could have bought some to take home. The service and views were outstanding! Will definitely be back!