Franschhoek in the Cape Winelands valley is South Africa’s culinary pride and joy, since a number of award-winning chefs have decamped here. Surrounded by wine farms, it makes a perfect daytrip from Cape Town as you can drive there in an hour. But the area has such charming places to stay and such outstanding specialities that you could happily...
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Nestled in the heart of the famed Cape Winelands at the foot of the Simonsberg Mountains just outside picturesque Franschhoek, the 5-Star Angala Boutique Hotel is a tranquil...
Auberge Clermont offers luxurious accommodation in the beautiful Franschhoek valley. This historic wine and fruit farm is synonymous with peace and is a favourite destination...
Gable Manor is a stylish, modern guest house on the edge of Franschhoek village in the Cape Winelands. Spacious air-conditioned bedrooms and suites have king-size beds with...
Les Chambres is a beautifully restored home in the heart of Franschhoek village in the Cape Winelands and a two-minute walk to the main street and restaurants. Spacious...
Fransvliet Guest House, 4 km from Franschhoek, is a beautiful luxury guest house. Situated on a working farm that grows grapes olives and figs. Breathtaking mountain views are...
Discover Ashbourne House, a meticulously restored Colonial retreat set in tranquil gardens with soaring mountain views in the heart of Franschhoek village in the Cape...
Escape to the French countryside at this lovingly restored Victorian homestead in Franschhoek, the beautiful food and wine capital of South Africa. Auberge Daniella Manor House...
Feel as if you’ve escaped to the French countryside at this Franschhoek haven. Surrounded by the Middagkrans and Drakenstein Mountains, the lovingly restored Victorian...
Overlooking the picturesque mountains and surrounding vineyards of the Franschhoek Valley in the Cape Winelands, the stylish Villa Suites offer a haven of opulent space...
Tucked away in the breath-taking Franschhoek Valley, Residence Vive la Vie offers a quiet reprieve from hectic city life. Picturesque Franschhoek stole owners Harald and...
A delightful boutique hotel overlooking the beautiful mountains of the Franschhoek valley and surrounding vineyards of the Cape Winelands in the Western Cape. Stylish rooms and...
Owner James Calderwood, offers a warm welcome to Maison Chablis Guest House, a Georgian style Guest House, set behind white-washed walls in a secluded garden in Franschhoek in...
In the Franschhoek Valley on the banks of the Berg River, surrounded by vineyards and dramatic mountain views, Klein Waterval Riverside Lodge offers friendly country...
Six rooms in five unique buildings situated on the same beautiful property in a quiet area of the village Franschhoek. There are four sun-kissed swimming pools and shady...
Mont Rochelle is located just an hour’s drive from Cape Town in the gorgeous Franschhoek valley, the “French corner” of South Africa, known for it’s beautiful scenery and...
The House is situated on a working wine farm on the outskirts of town. It is elegantly decorated and consists of two large en-suite bedrooms, an open-plan kitchen and...
Experience the small town charm of Franschhoek at this inviting villa. Owners Brett Gage and Gordon Jones spent two years transforming their vision for La Rive from a...
Enjoy warm hospitality and personal service at Avondrood Guest House, a tranquil Cape Victorian farm style home located in Franschhoek in the Cape Winelands. Stylish, spacious...
Franschhoek in the Cape Winelands valley is South Africa’s culinary pride and joy, since a number of award-winning chefs have decamped here. Surrounded by wine farms, it makes a perfect daytrip from Cape Town as you can drive there in an hour. But the area has such charming places to stay and such outstanding specialities that you could happily spend a few days there. Visit stately old farms for wine tastings, shop for art, antiques or handmade chocolate in town, and have dinner by a romantic log fire. Franschhoek means “French corner”, since it was founded in the 17th century by French Huguenots fleeing persecution in France, and many of the farms have French names. It really does remind visitors of a picturesque French village, with food and wine that compares with the best of them. On the weekend of 14th July, the town celebrates France’s Bastille Day, with a gourmet food fair, wine tastings and a general blast.
Even during its many festivals, Franschhoek has a rare ability to retain its easygoing style. Whether your budget extends to elegant accommodation and high-end eateries, or a sweet B and B and café with great pancakes, Franschhoek is a delicious experience. Our advice: don’t try to do too much in one day. Take your time and, if you’re keen to dine at a top chef’s restaurant, book your table in advance.
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Wine farms we love:
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