4 Windermere
Viljoenshoop Road





Windermere
Mike and Roxy Gates • PW
Dating from 1937, this was the first Elgin garden to open to the public. It was created by Lady Lucie Bourne, whose skilful combination of formal and naturalistic plantings, stone terraces, winding stone paths, mixed borders, island beds, and bluebell wood had a great influence on other gardeners in the valley. Some of the original cherries sent from England have survived, as have many trees and shrubs. The new owners are keen to restore the garden to its former glory and have already cleared decades of overgrown bush to reveal the original stone terraces and paths.
Entry: R40. No dogs. Refreshments. 2 km from N2 along Viljoenshoop Rd.