Classic Cape Dutch Elegance:
Nestled at the foot of the Stellenbosch mountains, De Clapmuts Farm offers an authentic countryside backdrop with a mix of rustic charm and natural beauty. The property spans open fields, vineyards, and orchards, with panoramic views of rolling hills and dramatic mountain ranges. Its traditional Cape Dutch farmhouse, outbuildings, and barns provide timeless rural architecture ideal for period pieces, lifestyle shoots, or commercials seeking a genuine farm aesthetic.

The landscape is diverse, featuring gravel farm roads, weathered wooden fences, and lush greenery that shifts beautifully with the seasons. Expansive skies and uninterrupted horizons make it perfect for wide cinematic shots, while shaded oak groves and intimate garden corners create softer, more personal settings.

The farm’s versatility allows it to double as multiple locations, from a working agricultural setting to a tranquil countryside retreat. With easy access from Cape Town and Stellenbosch, De Clapmuts Farm is both practical and picturesque, offering film crews a private, flexible, and visually striking environment.

Manor House:
The Manor House at Klapmuts is a stately 19th-century Cape Dutch–style residence (dated 1877) with whitewashed walls, tall sash windows, and a grand central entrance framed by stone steps. Inside, it features high beamed ceilings, arched hallways, terracotta-tiled floors, and wooden double doors that flood the rooms with natural light. Period details include chandeliers, a carved fireplace, antique furniture, and long passageways lined with artworks — ideal for historical or heritage film settings.

Key Features:

• Grand entrance hall with arched doorway, chandeliers, and tiled floors
• Expansive lounge with antique wooden furniture, ornate fireplace, and tall shuttered windows
• Long passage with vaulted arches and high wooden ceilings
• Traditional farm-style kitchen with wooden cabinetry, exposed beam, and large dining area
• Mixture of historic furnishings and versatile empty spaces for set dressing
• Symmetrical Cape Dutch façade with central gable and original wooden doors
• Mature palm trees, manicured lawns, and landscaped gardens
• Wide steps and verandah entrance with benches and potted plants
• Picturesque rural surroundings ideal for period or pastoral settings

Ideal For Period films, historical dramas, heritage documentaries, luxury lifestyle shoots, or any production requiring an authentic Cape Dutch homestead setting.

Kleine Liebe Restaurant:
Nestled in the heart of the Cape Winelands, Kleine Liebe Restaurant offers a charming heritage setting perfect for film, television, and commercial productions. This beautifully preserved Cape Dutch-style building, with its whitewashed walls, stone base, and pitched corrugated roof, exudes old-world character and timeless appeal.

The exterior features a large green lawn, cobbled driveway, and rustic outdoor seating, framed by mature trees and natural landscaping. Its symmetrical façade, wooden sash windows, and arched doorway add to its historic authenticity, making it an ideal backdrop for period pieces, lifestyle shoots, or countryside dining scenes.

Inside, the restaurant maintains a warm, rustic atmosphere with traditional finishes, high ceilings, and versatile interiors that can be styled to suit multiple eras or moods. The property provides excellent natural lighting and a quiet rural setting while remaining easily accessible from Cape Town and Stellenbosch.

Key Features:

• Authentic Cape Dutch architecture with original details
• Spacious outdoor lawn and garden seating area
• Versatile indoor dining spaces with rustic charm
• Picturesque winelands surroundings and mountain views nearby
• Convenient location in Klapmuts, with ample parking and easy access for crew and equipment

Kleine Liebe is an adaptable location that can double as a historic homestead, countryside restaurant, intimate café, or rustic family home — offering filmmakers both character and flexibility.

The School:
The De Klapmuts Farm School is a modest, rural school building set against open fields and mountain views. Its brick-and-plaster façade, pitched roof, and simple architecture create an authentic countryside setting, perfect for productions needing a small-town or rural school environment.

Key Features:

• Brick-and-white plaster walls with pitched corrugated roof
• Symmetrical front with double wooden doors and barred windows
• Rural surroundings with open fields and distant mountain backdrop
• Unpaved grounds and sparse landscaping for an authentic farm setting
• Single open-plan hall with corrugated iron ceiling and exposed trusses
• Elevated stage framed by blue curtains – ideal for assemblies, plays, or community scenes
• Wooden benches and simple furnishings
• Natural light from large windows with curtains
• Unfinished, utilitarian look that can double as school, church hall, or community centre

Ideal For Period or contemporary rural school settings, community hall gatherings, small-town church services, or adaptable multi-purpose interiors.

The Venue (Barn):
The Venue is a rustic, historic farm outbuilding with whitewashed walls, arched windows, and green wooden barn doors. The exterior has a weathered, authentic charm, while the interior is a long, open hall with raw concrete floors, exposed timber trusses, and minimal furnishings. Natural light filters through small arched windows along both sides, creating a dramatic atmosphere.

Key Features:

• Rustic whitewashed barn with period character
• Exposed beams and corrugated iron roof
• Long open-plan hall with concrete floors
• Arched windows and barn-style doors
• Versatile interior suited for set dressing
• Expansive lawns shaded by towering palm and oak trees.
• Cobbled pathways and natural landscaping enhance the sense of heritage and timelessness.
• Quiet, versatile, and visually rich environment for both exterior and interior filming.

This location blends elegance and authenticity, making it an excellent choice for productions seeking a grand historical setting with a touch of rustic charm.

Ideal For Period farm settings, rustic events, historic dramas, storage/warehouse scenes, or adaptable blank canvas shoots.