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Guest House. Charming. Gorgeous surroundings. Auberge Clermont is a stylish country guesthouse, located on a historic wine and fruit farm in the beautiful Franschhoek Valley. Surrounded by mountains and only 1 km from the quaint village centre, Auberge Clermont offers luxurious accommodation. Auberge Clermont has en-suite rooms, including a romantic honeymoon suite. At the guesthouse, delicious country breakfasts are served under the 18th-century oak trees or in the charming courtyard dining room. The units are individually decorated in the colours and moods of Provence. Underfloor heating, air-conditioning and ceiling fans ensure year round comfort. A historic, 3-bedroom self-catering Villa offers relaxing country lodgings with spectacular views from the large, covered terrace and private pool. Auberge Clermont has a tennis court, pools overlooking plum orchards and leisurely walks through the vines and along the oak-lined river. Guests can enjoy boutique-style wines and award-winning olive oil. Cape Town International Airport is a 1-hour drive away. Show full description

Boutique hotel. Elegant. Great bar. Just 300 metres from the Franschhoek monument, in the heart of the Franschhoek Wine Valley, Akademie Street Boutique Hotel offers luxurious suites and traditional cottages, some with their own private swimming pools. All of the accommodation at Akademie Street is set in lush gardens and many have views of the mountains of the Cape Winelands. Each suite or cottage has its own theme and the property boasts with wood fired hot tubs and fragrant landscaped gardens. Gelatenheid Oortuiging and Vreugde each have their own sun-kissed swimming pool and shady, private garden. The fourth building, Uitsig is a separate, large, luxurious upstairs suite with balcony and lovely views. The fifth building, Twyfeling is a gracious Cape Dutch style house with large living rooms and two large bedroom suites. Uitsig and Twyfeling share a large, heated pool and garden. A full English breakfast is served each morning and the hotel’s concierge desk is open 24/7 to help you with restaurants, wine tours, hikes and advice on what to see and do. Akademie Street Boutique Hotel is just 30 minutes drive from Stellenbosch and hour from Cape Town. Show full description

Guest House. Cool. Great location. Overlooking the surrounding dramatic mountains, the Plumwood Inn - Solar Power is a romantic boutique guesthouse situated in the heart of historical Franschhoek. It features an outdoor pool and sun loungers. This guest house offers neatly decorated and beautifully presented, air-conditioned guest rooms. Guests can start their day at the Plumwood Inn - Solar Power with an al fresco breakfast on the sunny garden terrace or in the elegant lounge. For your comfort you will find bathrobes, free toiletries, a hair dryer, and a Nespresso coffee machine in the rooms. All of the 7 luxury rooms have oversized bathrooms and a balcony or patio. Boasting stunning views of the Franschhoek Mountains, the Plumwood Inn - Solar Power is a romantic boutique guesthouse situated in the heart of historical Franschhoek. The Plumwood Inn - Solar Power is a 2-minute walk from Franschhoek's village centre. Franschhoek is a perfect base for exploring the surrounding wine lands, golf courses and beaches. Both Paarl and Stellenbosch are a 30-minute drive away. Show full description

Guest House. Elegant. Great location. Set in the centre of Franschhoek, boasting stunning views of the Franschhoek Mountain, this guest house awaits guests hoping to experience genuine country hospitality. Within walking distance of various shops and award-winning restaurants, La Fontaine Boutique Hotel by The Oyster Collection combines first-class facilities with picturesque surroundings. Start the day with a refreshing swim in the pool or with breakfast in the garden. Next to elegant rooms in a beautifully restored late 19th century house, La Fontaine also includes spacious double rooms in the main building and a family suite in the garden. Treat yourself to a professional massage while babysitters are looking after your children. For a truly hassle-free and relaxing stay, the friendly staff is happy to arrange rental bikes or a shuttle service to the airport for you. Show full description

Boutique hotel. Highly elegant. Nestled between the mountains and a river within the picturesque Franschhoek valley, Leeu Estates is situated on 100 hectares of vineyards, landscaped gardens and fynbos. The luxury estate boasts a spa and outdoor pool. The elegant, spacious rooms and suites are either located at the refurbished 19th-century Manor House or around the estate amongst gardens, oak trees and vineyards. Each comes with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and tea-and-coffee making facilities. Guests can relax at the pool, work out in the fitness centre or get pampered at Leeu Spa. There is also a library at the old Manor House. An array of activities is offered in the area, such as cycling and hiking. The hotel also offers free use of bicycles and car hire can be arranged. Franschhoek Monument is 2.1 km from Leeu Estates and the nearest airport is Cape Town International Airport, 47 km away. Show full description

Guest House. Relaxing atmosphere. Great bar. Popular among couples. La Providence is set on a working wine farm in the magnificent Franschhoek valley at the foot of the Middagkrans mountains. The small and luxurious guest house features a pond. The rooms at La Providence are elegantly furnished with modern and sophisticated design and interior. Each is equipped with air conditioning, minibar and tea-and-coffee making facilities. The private bathrooms are fitted with a spacious shower. Some of the rooms have access to a private pool. Breakfast is served daily in the breakfast room or on the terrace. Guests can relax with a drink in the lounge area, which also offers a cozy fireplace for colder winter evenings. A number of restaurants serving a range of cuisines can be found within 5 km. The garden features an outdoor pool surrounded by sun loungers. There is also an adjoining boma area where guests can sit around an open fire pit. Free WiFi is available throughout. La Providence is 550 metres away from the Huguenot Monument and the centre of Stellenbosch is 30 km away. Show full description

Guest House. Delightful property. Lovely surroundings. Offering a garden and pool view, La Cotte The Manor House is set in Franschhoek, 29 km from Boschenmeer Golf Course and 31 km from Stellenbosch University. With mountain views, this accommodation offers a patio and a swimming pool. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. At the guest house, every unit includes a wardrobe. Complete with a private bathroom fitted with a walk-in shower and a hair dryer, all units at the guest house have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and selected rooms also offer a seating area. At the guest house, units are equipped with bed linen and towels. A bar can be found on-site. Jonkershoek Nature Reserve is 36 km from the guest house, while Heidelberg Golf Club is 49 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cape Town International, 63 km from La Cotte The Manor House, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Show full description

Guest House. Lively. Great bar. Popular among women. Avondrood is a small Cape Victorian-style guest house in the historical part of Franschhoek. It features an outdoor pool set within gardens, a reception room with a fireplace and wine bar, and free Wi-Fi in the lounge and patio area. All of the spacious guest rooms in this boutique guest house are equipped with a TV, air conditioning and an en suite bathroom. Some rooms provide views of the tranquil gardens or the Wemmershoek Mountains. A breakfast made of home-made pastries is served in the Avondrood’s dining room or out on the garden terrace. The restaurants of Franschhoek are just a few minutes’ walk away. Guests can relax on the sun terrace or explore the Wemmershoek Forest Reserve which is 2 km away. Guest House Avondrood is just 48 km from the pristine beaches of Strand and False Bay. Avondrood Guest House by The Oyster Collection is 60 km from Cape Town International Airport and 8 km from Berg River Dam. Paarl and Stellenbosch are both 20 minutes’ driving away. Free on-site car parking is available. Show full description

Guest House. Hip. Lovely interior design. Popular among couples. Maison Cabrière - Boutique Suites is set in Franschhoek, 5 minutes' walk from the vibrant main road with its restaurants, shops and art galleries. Free WiFi is available. The suites at Maison Cabrière are decorated in natural tones with Scandinavian style interior. For your comfort you will find bathrobes, free toiletries, a hair dryer, magazines, a Nespresso coffee machine and tea making facilities in the rooms. Guests have access to a private terrace or balcony facing the garden. The Huguenot Memorial is 1 km away and there are several wine estates in the surrounding area Cape Town International Airport is 70 km from the property. Show full description

Guest House. Charming. Nice surroundings. Located on a working wine farm in Franschhoek, L'Auberge Chanteclair is a French-style manor house. This property features an outdoor pool and free WiFi. Each of the rooms at L'Auberge is equipped with tea-and-coffee-making facilities, a TV with satellite channels and a bathroom with free toiletries provided. Some units offer a private patio. A complimentary glass of Chanteclair wine is served on the verandah and a farm-style breakfast is served daily on the vine-covered patio. L'Auberge Chanteclair is set within 1 km of Franschhoek's town centre. Show full description

Country House. Historic. Featuring a swimming pool and a gourmet restaurant, Rickety Bridge Manor House is located amongst the vineyards surrounding the historic town of Franschhoek. It offers elegant rooms with free Wi-Fi. Guests can enjoy the elegant lounge areas, or take part in one of the wine tasting sessions. Each unit at Rickety Bridge has an en-suite bathroom, some of them include both a bath and a shower. All the rooms have a minibar and offer views of the surroundings and the mountains. A complimentary breakfast is served every morning at Rickety Bridge. The restaurant allows guests to enjoy picnic lunches on a deck, right amongst the vineyards. Common barbecue facilities are also available. Several massages are also available on-site. Franschhoek’s town centre is just 1.5 km away. Cape Town International Airport is 67 km away. Show full description

Villa. Great views. Popular among women. Located on a working wine farm and surrounded by mountains, Franschhoek Pass Villa offers its guests privacy and luxury. The villa has access to a golf range. The spacious and stylish 2-bedroom villa features an open-plan living and dining area with a log fireplace. French doors open up onto a wooden deck with a private pool, sun loungers, a barbecue area and a golf driving range. Featuring 2 bathrooms, the deck also has an outdoor bath and a shower. The modern and fully equipped kitchen comes with refrigerator, an electric hob and oven, and a microwave oven. The villa is serviced daily. Guests can take a stroll through the vineyards, go wine tasting or take a tour of the cellar. Franschhoek offers a variety of award-winning gourmet restaurants. Activities in the surrounding area include hiking, cycling, horse riding and fly-fishing. The Huguenots Moumument is about 3 km away. Cape Town International Airport is located 75 km from the villa. Show full description

Guest House. Historic property. Nice surroundings. Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, garden and views of garden, Cape Dutch @ Keerweder is situated in Franschhoek, 30 km from Boschenmeer Golf Course. This guest house features free private parking and a shared kitchen. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. Each unit has a kettle, a flat-screen TV, a safety deposit box and free WiFi, while some rooms include a terrace and some have mountain views. At the guest house, units are equipped with a private bathroom with a hair dryer and free toiletries. Guests can also relax in the shared lounge area. Stellenbosch University is 33 km from the guest house, while Jonkershoek Nature Reserve is 38 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cape Town International Airport, 65 km from Cape Dutch @ Keerweder. Show full description

Guest House. Historic. Great location. Surrounded by world-renowned wineyards, Maison Chablis Guest House is set in an elegant Georgian manor, shaded by native trees. It features an outdoor pool, nearby golfing facilities and free private parking. Generously decorated rooms at Maison Chablis Guest House hotel are fitted with a poster bed and European-influenced furnishings. Each room includes satellite TV channels, tea or coffee makers and en suite bathrooms. Guests can enjoy a rich English breakfast, served daily at the hotel’s dining hall. Many award-winning restaurants are located in the immediate surroundings and rank among the best in South Africa. Central Franschhoek with its colonial vestiges is only a 2-minute walk from the hotel Chablis and the focal Huguenot Monument is 400 meters away. Horse riding and visits to the wine estates are available. Show full description

Bed and Breakfast. Cosy. Great interior design. Offering mountain and valley views, 7 Koppies in Franschhoek offers accommodation, free bikes, an outdoor swimming pool, a bar, a shared lounge and a garden. Both WiFi and private parking are available at the bed and breakfast free of charge. There is a private bathroom with shower in all units, along with a hairdryer and free toiletries. 7 Koppies offers a continental or buffet breakfast. A terrace is available on site and hiking can be enjoyed within close proximity of the accommodation. Maison Estate is 2.1 km from 7 Koppies, while La Motte Wine Estate is 2.1 km away. The nearest airport is Cape Town International Airport, 44 km from the bed and breakfast. Show full description

Apartment. Creative. Superb interior design. Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Rainbow Residence is set in Franschhoek. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. Outdoor dining is also possible at the apartment. The spacious apartment with a terrace and mountain views has 2 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower. A private entrance leads guests into the apartment, where they can enjoy some wine or champagne and chocolates or cookies. There is also a seating area and a fireplace. There is a snack bar on-site. Guests at Rainbow Residence will be able to enjoy activities in and around Franschhoek, like cycling and hiking. Boschenmeer Golf Course is 29 km from the accommodation, while Stellenbosch University is 31 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cape Town International, 63 km from Rainbow Residence, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Show full description

Apartment. Great value. Popular among couples. The self-catering Bleu Cobalt Cottage is situated in Franschhoek. Complimentary WiFi is offered. The unit has 1 bedrooms and features a terrace with mountain views. It includes a flat-screen satellite TV, a well-fitted kitchenette with microwave and kettle. The private bathroom is fitted with a shower. The unit offers an outdoor pool and barbecue area provided only for two or more nights. A supermarket is located a short walk from Bleu Cobalt Cottage and a variety of restaurants can be found in the town centre, a 5- minute walk from the accommodation. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include the Huguenot Museum and Memorial and the Franschhoek Wine Tram. Show full description

Bed and Breakfast. Trendy. Great value. Popular among couples. Offering an outdoor pool, The Cottage on 55 is located in Franschhoek and is 5 minutes' walk away from restaurants and shops. Free WiFi access is available. Each room has a private entrance, tea-and-coffee making facilities and a private bathroom. Extras include an outdoor seating area, bed linen and a fan. At The Cottage on 55 you will find barbecue facilities and a terrace. Other facilities offered at the property include an ironing service and laundry facilities. The property offers free parking and has 2 city road bicycles, which can be rented free of charge. The bed and breakfast is 1.2 km from Franschhoek Monument and Cape Town International Airport is 49 km away. Show full description

Villa. Relaxing atmosphere. Great views. Set on a working olive farm just 10 minutes' drive from Franschhoek, The Cottage @ Montpellier offers its guests privacy and views of the Franschhoek mountains. Combining elegance with homely features and selected antiques, this villa offers open plan living area with a fully equipped kitchen and cozy wood fireplace. French doors open onto a furnished patio with plunge pool. Guests can unwind with a glass of wine and admire the magnificent vistas and the serene environment. The village of Franschhoek is home to South African gourmet cuisine and fine wines and Stellenbosch is a 25-minute drive away. Cape Town International Airport can be reached within 1 hour by car. Show full description

Guest House. Great value. We are located in the heart of Franschhoek on a quiet avenue, just a few minutes walk from Le Quarter Français and the lovely main street lined with boutiques, galleries, and restaurants. Owner Michaela Julian has transformed this former guest house into an eco-friendly, elegant boutique hotel utilising her extensive international expertise, giving back the warmth and sense of a family home balanced with modest elegance and comfort. Enjoy a delectable a' la carte breakfast overlooking the manicured garden and swimming pool, or share your experiences with other guests during the complementary sundowner wine tasting showcasing wines from our partner vineyard Haut Espoir, which produces unique handcrafted wines that are in harmony with nature. Michaela, a Co-Founder of the Franschhoek Hospitality Academy, and her highly educated and professional team offer their local expert recommendations on where to eat, what to do, an exclusive wine tasting, and insider tourist ideas. Each room is named after a local grape variety and has crisp linen, a mini bar with hot and cold beverages, and Charlotte Rhys products. Show full description