A vineyard between heaven & earth

Cradled amid the hills of the Hemel-en-Aarde (Heaven and Earth) valley,
Bouchard Finlayson is widely acclaimed as one of South Africa’s leading boutique wine cellars.

With a terroir defined by both ancient soils and a cool maritime climate, the vineyards of Bouchard Finlayson are famous for producing award-winning
Pinot Noir, elegant Chardonnay and terroir-driven Sauvignon Blanc, while inspired blends showcase the depth of skill and innovation in our winemaking team.

The Bouchard Finlayson cellar is conveniently located a scenic 90 minutes’ drive from Cape Town, close to the world-famous whale-watching centre of Hermanus.

Wine, sushi & signature cocktails

The Lighthouse Bar

With a wide rooftop terrace offering breathtaking coastal views, The Lighthouse Bar is hailed as one of the best bars in Umhlanga. Look forward to regular live music performances as you discover the extensive menu of light meals, snack platters, fine wines and sundowner cocktails. Be sure to try the signature cocktail at The Oyster Box, the Umhlanga Schling, made with cane spirit and cane sugar. While the terrace tables are the most popular option, on match days the big-screen TVs always attract a crowd to enjoy the game.

Open daily from 12 noon - 11pm.
Children under 12 years old are not permitted in The Lighthouse Bar.

The Chukka Bar

An icon of The Oyster Box, The Chukka Bar has occupied the same position in the hotel for more than half a century. Filled with polo memorabilia, The Chukka Bar is beloved for its timeless charm, cosy atmosphere and impressive collections of specialist beers, single malt whiskies and imported cigars. With a comfortable bar counter and cosy leather couches, this convivial corner of the hotel has become a firm favourite with locals.

Open daily from 2pm - 11pm.

The Oyster Bar

Whether it’s for a mid-morning coffee, indulgent sushi and seafood lunch or impromptu pre-dinner drinks, The Oyster Bar has become one of the most popular places to meet at The Oyster Box. Take a seat at the marble bar counter or sink into a banquette with a sea view to enjoy the tantalising tastes of The Oyster Bar. The bar also hosts the exclusive Wine Cellar table, available for private dinners, corporate functions and bespoke celebrations.

Open daily from 7am - 11pm.