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Offering Luxury 5 Star Accommodation near Johannesburg, less than an hour’s drive from the city, in Balfour, Mpumalanga.

Welgelegen Manor offers luxury accommodation near Johannesburg, less than an hour’s drive from the city, in Balfour, Mpumalanga. Located within the heart of Cosmos countryside, south East of Johannesburg, this perfect country retreat combines 19th century old world charm with modern hotel luxury. Coupled with a warm South African welcome, you will enjoy a truly unforgettable Johannesburg weekend getaway.

15/06/2026

Give Dad a Father’s Day escape that actually slows life down at Welgelegen Manor.

Turn the weekend into a reset with relaxed dining, peaceful moments on the grounds and a stay that feels considered from start to finish.

Bookings:
📧 [email protected]
☎️ 017 773 9000
💻 welgelegenmanor.co.za
📍 Welgelegen Manor, Balfour Road, Balfour, Mpumalanga

08/06/2026

Need a getaway?

At Welgelegen Manor, relaxation comes naturally. Leave the rush of everyday life behind and settle into a slower pace, where every detail is taken care of and every moment feels effortless.

Stroll through the beautiful grounds, unwind with a book in the rose garden, enjoy a glass of wine from our wine cellar and allow the team to make you feel completely pampered from arrival to departure.

Whether you’re planning a romantic escape, a special celebration, or simply some well-deserved time away, Welgelegen Manor offers an elegant countryside retreat where comfort, tranquillity and genuine hospitality come together.

Bookings:
📧 [email protected]
☎️ 017 773 9000
💻 welgelegenmanor.co.za
📍 Welgelegen Manor, Balfour Road, Balfour, Mpumalanga

01/06/2026

{History} Few places capture South Africa’s rich history quite like Welgelegen Manor.

Built in 1912 by renowned industrialist Andries Mostert, the manor was designed by architect Sir Herbert Baker as a tribute to the original Mostert family home, Welgelegen in Rondebosch, Cape Town. Mostert’s vision was inspired by his family and their determination to rebuild after the devastating effects of the phylloxera vine disease that forced the sale of their ancestral estate.

Set on the Rietbult Estate between Balfour and Nigel, the manor became a symbol of perseverance and a deep appreciation for heritage. More than a century later, its grand architecture, elegant interiors and timeless charm continue to tell the story of a bygone era.

Today, Welgelegen Manor remains a place where history, luxury and South African hospitality come together, allowing our guests to experience a living piece of the country’s past.

25/05/2026

Welgelegen Manor is an experience from the moment you arrive to the moment you leave.

Our in-house chef creates dishes that are full of flavour and completely unique, with no two meals ever the same. Each visit brings something new to the table, always delicious and made to be enjoyed with a selection of exceptional South African wines that add charm and a touch of elegance to the table.

So what are you waiting for? Book your winter stay and let us take care of the rest.

Our Winter Getaway Special is available until the end of June 2026 and includes dinner, bed and breakfast.
• Monday to Thursday stays
• 15% OFF a 1 night stay
• 20% OFF a 2 night stay

Bookings:
📧 [email protected]
☎️ 017 773 9000
💻 welgelegenmanor.co.za
📍 Welgelegen Manor, Balfour Road, Balfour, Mpumalanga

18/05/2026

Have you planned your winter getaway yet?

Escape the city and enjoy a cosy countryside retreat at Welgelegen Manor, just an hour from Johannesburg in the beautiful Mpumalanga Highveld. Perfect for couples, midweek breaks and a well deserved pause from work and routine.

Our Winter Getaway Special is available until the end of June 2026 and includes dinner, bed and breakfast.

✔️ Monday to Thursday stays
✔️ 15% OFF a 1 night stay
✔️ 20% OFF a 2 night stay

Bookings:
📧 [email protected]
☎️ 017 773 9000
💻 welgelegenmanor.co.za

11/05/2026

Winter slows everything down at Welgelegen Manor, and that is exactly the point.

Just an hour from Johannesburg in the Mpumalanga Highveld, you will find a countryside escape with crisp mornings, open skies and life at its finest. Whether it is a romantic hideaway or a family breakaway, this is where you settle in.

Take advantage of our Winter Getaway Special, available until the end of June 2026:
❄️ Monday to Thursday Stays
❄️ 15% OFF: 1 night stay
❄️ 20% OFF: 2 night stay

Your stay includes:
• Dinner
• Bed
• Breakfast

Warm fireplaces, countryside charm and winter moments await at Welgelegen Manor.

Bookings:
📧 [email protected]
☎️ 017 773 9000
💻 welgelegenmanor.co.za

10/05/2026

To the mothers, grandmothers and remarkable women who fill our lives with warmth and grace, we wish you a truly beautiful Mother’s Day.

May your day be filled with quiet moments, heartfelt connection and the kind of comfort that lingers long after the weekend ends.

With love from all of us at Welgelegen Manor. 🤍

04/05/2026

Your Mom deserves a getaway that feels as special as she is. Just an hour’s drive brings you to Welgelegen Manor.

Here, every suite is designed for comfort, with sweeping views of rose gardens, terraces and the sparkling pool. And of course, dining is next level as our chef turns every meal into a celebration of flavour and elegance.

Make this Mother’s Day one to remember. Escape the city, unwind in style, and give Mom the gift of pure relaxation.

Bookings:
📧 [email protected]
☎️ 017 773 9000
💻 welgelegenmanor.co.za

27/04/2026

This Freedom Day, Welgelegen Manor invites you into a moment of reflection shaped by heritage and quiet beauty.

Set within a landscape steeped in history, the Manor stands as a reminder that the present is always carried by the past, by the journeys, the resilience and the collective stories that have shaped our country into what it is today.

Here, freedom is not only remembered, it is felt. In the stillness of the countryside, in the warmth of hospitality and in the simple act of coming together with gratitude for how far we have come.

May today be a pause to honour the history that shaped us and to appreciate the freedom that continues to define us.

Address

Balfour

Telephone

+27177739000

Website

http://www.welgelegenmanor.co.za/

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