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Rates From: Unit R2,000.
Location: Franschhoek
Category: Hotel   (definitions)
Official Grading: 
Customer Rating:
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100%
Wonderfull!,11 February 2007
Konrad does a phenomenal job in terms of service, attentiveness to guests' needs. Rooms are modern, spacious, very clean and comfortable. We will recommend staying here to all our friends!
Luis & Astrid, USA

Description

The Franschhoek (a proud member of The Last Word Retreats) is an exclusive five star historic residence situated right in the heart of this charming and picturesque village in the Cape Winelands. The private and peaceful setting is only minutes walk from many excellent award-winning restaurants, numerous character-filled, boutique style shops and art galleries. Franschhoek is the utopia for food and wine lovers with a number of the restaurants being in the top ten in South Africa. The region has numerous activities to offer, the most famous being the world-class wine estates and visits for tastings and cellar tours are a must. 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!

The six luxurious rooms, 3 suites and 3 superior doubles, open onto small shaded gardens and patios There is a swimming pool is situated in front of the lounge and main breakfast area. All have en-suite bathrooms with double marble vanities and generous baths to be shared by candlelight for the ultimate in romance, air-conditioning, under-floor heating, heated towel rails, satellite TV and private safes.

Included in the rates are lavish breakfasts, free drinks including own label house wines, spirits and beers, and an in-house chauffeur service is available to guests. The personalized hospitality from the warm, genial host ensures guests enjoy the compelling charm synonymous with The Last Word.

Rates


Suite (3)Rates Include : B & B
Each suite has it's own private lounge area opening to the gardens. Each suite is en-suite with beautifully big bathrooms.
Summer rates
(01 October 2007 to 30 April 2008)
Unit - R3,200      
Winter rates
(01 May 2008 to 30 September 2008)
Unit - R2,300      
Features in these Rooms/Units:
  BedsTwin, King
  TVDSTV (Satellite)
  Bathroom FacilitiesPrivate, Ensuite bath and separate shower
  ViewsGarden
  OtherBalcony/patio
Superior double (3)Rates Include : B & B
Rooms are decorated to 5 star standard and come with all the luxuries one would need. All rooms have en suite bathrooms and mini suite attached. Each room looks out onto its own piece of private patio and garden.
Summer rates
(01 October 2007 to 30 April 2008)
Unit - R2,650      
Winter rates
(01 May 2008 to 30 September 2008)
Unit - R2,000      
Features in these Rooms/Units:
  BedsTwin, King
  TVDSTV (Satellite)
  Bathroom FacilitiesPrivate, Ensuite bath and separate shower
  ViewsGarden
  OtherBalcony/patio

* Please note: Rates are a guide and subject to change. Please re-confirm rates when booking

Nearby Attractions and Landmarks

Cape Town V&A Waterfront85.0 km
Boschendal Wine Estate35.0 km
Pearl Valley Golf Estate15.0 km
Arrabella Golf Estate75.0 km
Various wine estates5.0 km
Le Petite Ferme Restaurant5.0 km
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Facilities and Services

 Fax
 Photocopy Machine
 Internet Access
 Airport Shuttle Service
 Parking Available
 Laundry Service
 Garden
 Braai / Barbecue
 Bar on the Premises
 Off Street Parking

Facilities in Rooms/Units

 Air-Conditioning in Rooms
 Satellite TV in Rooms
 Television in Rooms
 No Smoking in Rooms
 Tea and Coffee in Rooms
 Heater in Rooms
 Bar Fridges in Rooms

Activities Nearby

 Trout Fishing
 Bird Watching
 Golf
 Canoeing / Kayaking
 Climbing - Traditional
 Fishing - Fly
 Fishing - Freshwater
 Horse Riding
 Skydiving
 Walking
 Camping
 Hiking / Backpacking

Environment

 Mountain
 Countryside
 Wine Farm

Languages Spoken

 English
 German
 Afrikaans

Conference

 Overhead Projector Available
 Whiteboard Available
 Television Available
 Conference Venue <25 People
 Notebook Projector Available

Grading

 5 Stars - Tourism Grading Council of South Africa

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