Raptor Rise

Raptor Rise is a working olive farm, cattle farm and retirement home for horses with several well-appointed accommodation options for discerning visitors. Located in Tulbagh’s incredible ‘Valley of Abundance’, only 120km from Cape Town and in the heart of the Western Cape Winelands, its beauty defies description. Your hosts, Jeremy Mackintosh and Robyn Hamman, have gone to great lengths to provide you with a blend of comfort and privacy, whilst ensuring that each suite has unique views of the magnificent setting, quality finishes, crisp white linen and so many special touches to delight the h

Raptor Rise is a working olive farm, cattle farm and retirement home for horses with several well-appointed accommodation options for discerning visitors. Located in Tulbagh’s incredible ‘Valley of Abundance’, only 120km from Cape Town and in the heart of the Western Cape Winelands, its beauty defies description. Your hosts, Jeremy Mackintosh and Robyn Hamman, have gone to great lengths to provide you with a blend of comfort and privacy, whilst ensuring that each suite has unique views of the magnificent setting, quality finishes, crisp white linen and so many special touches to delight the heart and extend a warm welcome.

Our lovely farm offers a bouquet of mini and proper self-catering accommodation options – suitable for small, intimate getaways and also larger gatherings and celebrations of up to 30 people. You can combine the privacy of your own en suite room with the catering facilities in the Feedroom, The Barn or the Foundry. Tulbagh is a renowned wedding town. Whether it is an Anniversary or any other important celebration this special location and our relaxed approach can make your occasion both special and memorable – what better than for a family than to spend this happy time together? Conferencing facilities for are also available.

Tulbagh is often the home to the Cape Epic and from the farm there are well mapped and marked MTB trails suitable for both beginners and for the most competent.
The valley has a selection of hiking trails too so whether you are here to lounge by the poolside or head out and explore there is lots to do.

Raptor Rise is named for the birds of prey that ride the thermal currents created by the combination of valley and mountains in the area. Some of our rooms are named after the smaller birds that abound in this valley. Whatever your interest Tulbagh surely has something for you?

Guests may walk, run or cycle on the farm and some of the neighbouring properties too. (Please check with Reception).