When picking your holiday destination, one of your primary concerns is usually your budget. It is possible to enjoy a comfortable family holiday without making too big a dent in your pocket.

Stellenbosch is located east of central Cape Town and is home to Stellenbosch University and Maties Rugby Club. Maties is one of the oldest and biggest rugby clubs in the world. Other popular sports in the region include cricket, tennis and athletics. But Stellenbosch is also a proud beacon in the world of viticulture and is internationally renowned for its wine farms. The Stellenbosch Wine Route is a must for all holidaymakers. Steeped in history, Stellenbosch reflects its heritage throughout is architecture.

When seeking out holiday options, it’s often cheaper to book in at a holiday apartment or villa, in comparison to booking into a hotel. There are a number of villas and establishments in Stellenbosch that are perfect for a family holiday and won’t break the bank.

L’Olivier is a beautiful country estate situated in the heart of the Stellenbosch winelands. If it’s luxury and tranquility you’re after, L’Olivier is the place. The beautiful olive farm provides a beautiful backdrop to your holiday and the villa boasts four bedrooms, all with en-suite bathrooms. L’Olivier can accommodate up to ten guests.

Le Jardin is surrounded by vineyards and glorious views of the Stellenbosch Mountain range. Focused on relaxed, outdoor living, Le Jardin boasts wide verandas, a large heated swimming pool, sauna and beautiful garden. With four, beautifully appointed bedrooms and a dining area that can cater for up to twelve guests, this Stellenbosch Villa is perfect for a comfortable and fun group holiday.

Your holiday needn’t break the bank so book a Stellenbosch Villa for your group holiday and enjoy Stellenbosch on a shoestring.

Cape Town Stadium was built to host crucial fixtures of the 2010 FIFA World Cup. The stadium is located in Green Point, nestled between Signal Hill and the Atlantic Ocean. It’s proximity to the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront makes it an easily accessible and popular tourist venue. More importantly, Cape Town Stadium boasts a capacity of 55 000 people and plays host to a number of important sports games and events.

The stadium was also built by utilizing energy efficient and environmentally friendly principles. The old Green Point Stadium was demolished to make way for Cape Town Stadium and ninety-five percent of the components from the old stadium were re-used and recycled. Potable water usage is also kept low and natural water sources are used.

There are also exciting new opportunities around the corner for the stadium as it has been proposed that the facility be opened up for commercial use. This would mean the stadium would house more commercial concerns, such as restaurants and coffee shops.

Green Point, where the stadium is situated, is a popular residential area for young professionals. Somerset Road is a popular nightspot and business in the area is also thriving.

There are some beautiful accommodation establishments located near to the Cape Town Stadium too.

Seaways Apartment is a two-bedroom, one bathroom apartment, found along Beach Road in Mouille Point. Modern, comfortable and luxurious, this apartment is perfect for the upmarket visitor and conveniently located for guests who don’t want to miss out on the nightlife. With large windows, beautiful mountain views and comfortable furnishings, this apartment also boasts great storage space.

If you’re looking for a larger space, near to the stadium, look no further than Springbok Road Villa. This three-bedroomed villa can accommodate up to six guests and has marvellous views of the ocean and harbour. Also centrally located, enabling easy access to Cape Town’s top bars, restaurants and nightclubs, this luxurious villa is great for a private hideaway. The entertainment areas include dining facilities for up to eight guests, so you can enjoy a lovely dinner and drinks with family and friends.