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Africa's largest selection of Candles and Voted Winner "Best Candle Stockist of Africa in Somerset West"

On Saturday the 3rd of December 2017, Cat Heaven officially opened its doors and is truly the cat’s whiskers. Those succumbing to their curiosity and stepping into the shops at 35 Bright Street, Somerset West, will soon be transported to a cat lover’s paradise. Local resident, Valerie Steinmann, spent the last 20 years travelling the world and it was in Thun, Switzerland where she saw what she describes as “a true cat lover’s shop”. It was then that she started her collection of gifts for her shop. Fulfilling her dream of travelling, shopping and cats, (and although currently engaged in the study of Ethology, specialising in cats) Valerie constantly travels, searching for unique gifts.

Art on Avenues is a newly established gallery space located in the stylish, boutique lifestyle centre; The Avenues. A contemporary exhibition gallery showcasing a myriad of artistic mediums by established and upcoming South African artists. Gallery is closed on Public holidays and during the following dates: 22 December 2019 until 02 January 2020

The gallery at Cavalli (Winner of the regional 2015 Best of Wine Tourism Award for Art and Culture) aims to encourage the local arts through its platforms of public sculpture spaces and a public art gallery. Themed contemporary exhibitions are presented at regular intervals in the 600sq/​m main gallery space allocated on the below ground level. An innovative stretched translucent ceiling backlit with LEDs illuminate the impressive space to simulate daylight. All art is available to purchase.​ The Cavalli Private Collection of South African Masters is frequently rotated in the portico situated within the main gallery and two memorabilia rooms allocated in close proximity showcase a remarkable collection of rugby and sports Memorabilia. The gallery is open 5 days a week​, Wednesday to Sunday ​10am to 6pm​.​

** CLOSED for Winter | Reopening Sunday 1 September '19** Situated on the stunningly scenic and historic Lourensford Wine Estate, we didn’t have to add much to appeal to all the senses. When visiting, you are spoiled with sprawling lawns, majestic trees and newly landscaped, award-winning gardens with an interactive fountain. A rare and special space to soak up all of nature’s beauty! Add to that our vibrant market, boasting with more than 70 permanent stalls, as well as a number of Pop-ups to ensure an interesting mix. Housed in a permanent u-shaped structure with both a modern and rustic feel – it is unlike any other market space around. Quality products are our first priority and when strolling from vendor to vendor, you will find everything from delectable food, uniquely handmade wares and original art, to organic, locally sourced, artisanal produce. The Estate’s superb wine collection alongside ABRU craft beer, complement the inevitable festive atmosphere.

Situated in one of the most beautiful wine estates is our destination gallery: Art Curator. It lies in the bed of Lourensford Farm, which stretches across forest, fynbos, fruit orchards and vineyards. Art Curator is a family business that specializes in Old Master Art, therefore when visiting you become part of an ever-growing family of art lovers. It is truly a visual feast inside and out.