The Franschhoek is an exclusive five star historic residence situated in the Cape Winelands and right in the heart of the gourmet capital of South Africa. It’s private and peaceful, only a minutes walk from the many excellent award-winning restaurants and numerous character-filled boutique style shops and art galleries. The picturesque village offers world-class wine estates, tastings and cellar tours. The valley is also the idyllic setting for walking trails, hiking, cycling, bird watching, horse riding and fly-fishing. Golfing enthusiasts are well catered for with several championship golf courses close by.

Beautifully restored in the Cape Huguenot tradition, The Franschhoek has been designed with sumptuous home comforts creating an elegant, sophisticated interior with a handsome mixture of classic and contemporary furnishings. A wooden decked balcony affords spectacular views across the mountains – the perfect spot for a sundowner! Or just relax around the private pool.

Six luxurious double rooms open onto private patio's and small shaded gardens. All have marbled en-suite bathrooms to be shared by candlelight for the ultimate in romance. Air-conditioning, under-floor heating, heated towel rails, satellite TV, private safes are standard features.

Included in the rates are lavish breakfasts, free drinks, bespoke wines, premium spirits and an in-house chauffeur service is available to guests. The personalized hospitality from warm, genial hosts ensures guests enjoy the “freestylishness”

The Franschhoek is a historic residence in the center of this charming and picturesque village in the Cape Winelands.  Elegantly restored in the Cape Huguenot tradition, “The Franschhoek” is right in the heart of what has become the utopia for food and wine lovers in the Cape.  You’ll find little need for a car, since you’re only a few minutes walk away from every character-filled, quaint boutique-style shop you can imagine, amongst a myriad of excellent restaurants.  These include those recently voted amongst the ten finest restaurants in South Africa.

Accommodation

Six luxurious en-suite Superior Double Rooms, each have their own traditional Cape charm and open onto a private patio with small shaded garden for extra luxury and comfort.  Children over 12 welcome.  Average room including bathroom size 35m² - (including room, bathroom and private patio) - 68m².

Special Features

Within walking distance of boutique styled shops and art galleries and award winning restaurants.  Wine tours are guided by your host.  Two luxury Golf Resorts a mere 15 minutes drive away.  Championship Golf Courses, horse-riding, mountain walks and bird watching in the area.  The village of Franschhoek is rapidly gaining a reputation as a burgeoning center for art lovers.  Tailor made tours can be arranged, fly fishing, cycle tours etc. Honeymoon/wedding night specials, turndowns and champagne.

 

Additional Features

Swimming Pool (not heated) – (24m²)

Wooden deck balcony with magnificent views of the surrounding mountains

Spa treatments can be arranged en-suite

Resident’s Lounge

Small shaded garden

Car rentals arranged

Modem/Internet access/fax facilities

Airport transfers available

In-house chauffeur

24-hour security

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Standard Features

Personalized service

Lavish, full breakfast

Air-conditioning in all rooms

Heated towel rails

Underfloor heating

Private safes

Free local drinks and premium brands

Satellite TV

Laundry services

Luxury gowns

Luxury bath & shower products

Hairdryers in all the rooms

The Manageress lives on the property

The Last Word Retreats are a collection of multi-million rand residences, each differing in style, views and pursuits, all with 24-hour security and striving toward a high standard of comfort, ambience and hospitality. Guests can rent a room or the entire villa, or stay at more than one Residence, creating a fusion of unique experiences.

The essence of a Last Word Boutique Hotel experience is simple: guests feel rewarded and rejuvenated, with a sense of peace, stature and style, provided by the superior comfort, space and privacy of staying in a private, luxury home in an exclusive residential area. All the accommodation is filled with sumptuous home comforts, tasteful interiors, en suite bathrooms and private gardens.

Warm, genial hosts focus on very few guests, making them feel as if they are staying with good friends, providing a state-of-mind that opens them to new discoveries and new levels of peace.

• Freestylishness- the way we want guests to feel: relaxed, stylish, carefree
• Peace - we deliver complete serenity and security
• Personality - our home-grown hospitality affords a unique experience
• Pursuits - enjoy a holiday filled with extraordinary and remarkable memories

The Last Word Experience is unique

• In-house Chauffeur Service
• 24-Hour Security
• Free local drinks
• Special meals prepared by arrangement
• Mobile phones
• Personalised and tailored tours

A fusion of holiday experiences

The diversity of Resort Retreats and the fact that they are all close together - within a few hours drive of one another - gives guests the ability to create a fusion of holiday experiences. Guests have the option to enjoy a number of elegant, luxury homes in unique, unrivalled settings, with a variety of attractions and activities at each one.