Vasnat Club Hotel is being purpose built in the Cape Dutch style on a private wine estate. Cape Dutch architecture is an architectural style found in the Western Cape of South Africa that was prominent in the early days (17th century) of the Cape Colony, and the name derives from the fact that the initial settlers of the Cape were primarily Dutch.

Vasnat will recreate the grand, ornately rounded gables and white washed walls, the most prominent features of this style, reminiscent of townhouses of Amsterdam. It will also follow tradition by being an H-shaped building, with the front section of the house being flanked by two wings running perpendicular to it.

The impressive entranceway will open into a large reception area, bar and restaurant. This will be the hub of Vasnat Club Hotel. Not only will you check in with Sam at Reception (adjacent to the bar!), we anticipate many a social evening to be spent in this grand but inviting bar and restaurant area. As with all of Vigla Natura's products, our emphasis is on community and we believe this area will create a friendly social atmosphere to meet new international friends.

As soon as you come through the entrance, opposite is a large fireplace, then as you look at the plan, the casual bar area is on the right hand side of the entrance. South Africa is renowned for its wines and Vasnat will be no different as our glass fronted cellar next to the bar will be well stocked with only locals wines to cater for any occasion.

On the left of the plan is the extensive open plan Cape Dutch kitchen with an open fire, wood burning pizza oven plus state of the art cooking facilities. You can watch as the chef creates you a gourmet delight with only top quality fresh ingredients and Mark's usual flare!

The social area extends to the outside deck, a chance to wine and dine in the open air and no doubt there will be regular South African Braai nights (BBQs!).

The spacious lawn courtyard will be populated with sun chairs and when you have soaked up a few too many rays, you can cool off in the infinity pool on the raised area at the end of the courtyard. It seems socialising will never end as the hot tub will be the best way to impart tales of your exploring that day whilst you unwind.

Sunbathing will also be available on the veranda beyond the swimming pool, unless the Cape Doctor (strong southerly wind that prevails in the Cape region) is a bit too exhilarating, in which case we will shelter the club by closing the one way glass doors.

The resort is being built not only to offer comfort and luxury but also an environmentally friendly stay. With some of the latest energy saving Technology.

With a range of solar panels and small wind turbines we should be able to create enough electric for the resort. We also have water purifying systems so we can use the waste water on the gardens and vineyard.