Then. Now. Forever
On 7 April 2024, a fire swept through the heart of Blaauwklippen, devastating our beloved Manor House and Jonkershuis. In that moment, centuries of stories, craftsmanship, and quiet grandeur were reduced to ash. But from the embers, something profound began - not just a rebuilding of structures, but a reawakening of our heritage.
We are proud to announce that we should reopen this December 2025, after 19 months of dedicated restoration - guided by master artisans, heritage architects, and the unwavering support of our community - the doors of the Blaauwklippen Manor and Jonkershuis will reopen. Once more, they will stand as the home of our five-star accommodation, and the heart of our estate.
“We should reopen this December but due to the rain we we’re set back by a few days currently, but we are still making good progress.” – Craig Bester, chief brand executive
In every painstakingly restored detail, we found echoes of the past. Beneath charred beams and beneath the soil, we uncovered hand-made bricks from the 1700s, fragments of Delft porcelain, and layers of stories that time had tucked away. Each discovery was a whisper from those who came before - a reminder that Blaauwklippen was never just a place, but a legacy passed hand to hand, heart to heart.
This journey of restoration became a powerful chapter in our history - a testament to our resilience, our roots, and our purpose. It embodies our enduring motto: Then. Now. Forever.
We honoured who we were then.
We rebuilt in the now - through challenge, care, and unwavering vision.
And we did it all for the future of Blaauwklippen, for the generations still to come.
As we reopen our Manor and Jonkershuis, we invite you into a space where heritage breathes, where luxury meets legacy, and where new stories are ready to unfold - grounded in the past, and rising into the future.
Welcome home.
Blaauwklippen - a living legacy since 1682.