Bleu Cobalt Cottage is a lovely and private self-catering cottage that is well-situated in Franschhoek, within walking distance to the centre of town.  High quality décor with the best linen and private touch to make you feel at home.

Bleu Cobalt Cottage can comfortable accommodate up to 2 guests, and comprises 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, and an open-plan kitchenette and living area. The stylish bedroom contains a double bed, and has doors opening to the quaint private garden and pool area with a table and 2 chairs to relax. The modern bathroom contains a shower, a toilet, and a washbasin.

The kitchenette is equipped with a microwave, a bar fridge, a kettle, cutlery and crockery, and starter tea and coffee. There is a 2-seater dining table and chairs. The lounge area contains a flat-screen TV. Free Wi-Fi is available.

A complimentary breakfast voucher will be included to all bookings from Three nights and longer.

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Bleu Cobalt Cottage

Experience the magic of Peak Cottage, a secluded gem in the heart of the Franschhoek Valley. This charming retreat offers unforgettable mountain views, lush fynbos, and complete tranquillity while being just a short drive from the vibrant village. 

Peak Cottage is a cosy, self-catering escape designed to sleep up to five guests, with four in two private bedrooms and one in a loft space. The spacious interior features a full lounge, dining area, and a well-equipped kitchen complete with a coffee machine and all cooking essentials. Relax in air-conditioned comfort, or warm up by the wood-burning fireplace during cooler evenings.

Outside, you’ll find a private garden with a plunge pool, sun loungers, and a patio with BBQ facilities, perfect for dining al fresco while soaking in the serene surroundings. Secure parking, Wi-Fi, and an easy self-check-in option make for a convenient stay. 

Ideal for unwinding and exploring, Peak Cottage combines peace and privacy with access to Franschhoek's renowned wineries, gourmet dining, and cultural treasures.

Peak Cottage

theLAB Villas offers 2 luxury duplex villas located in the romantic and historical town of Franschhoek. The property is a comfortable base to explore the town's attractions and this part of the Cape Winelands. Cape Town International Airport is 82.6 km away.

Accommodation comprises 2 pet-friendly duplex villas. Each holiday unit has 2 bedrooms and 2 en-suite bathrooms. In addition, these air-conditioned duplexes boast free Wi-Fi, a lounge, a dining area, a kitchen, and an outside patio with a gas braai/bbq and patio furniture.

A delicious breakfast can be arranged at a cost. Cleaning service provided daily and laundry service offered at an additional fee. Free secure parking is available on-site.

theLAB Villas is ideally situated near an array of award-winning restaurants, wine estates, and wine tasting venues. The Mont Rochelle Nature Reserve is also 6.7 km away.

The LAB Villas

This duplex villa offers 2 en-suite bedrooms. The air-conditioned home boasts free Wi-Fi, a lounge, dining area, kitchen and an outside patio with a gas braai. Cleaning service provided daily and laundry service offered at an additional fee.

Villa 1

This duplex villa comprises 2 en-suite bedrooms. The air-conditioned house boasts free Wi-Fi, aounge, dining area, kitchen and outside patio with a gas braai. Cleaning service provided daily and laundry service offered at an additional fee.

Villa 2

Keerweder is the oldest farm in Franschhoek, proclaimed in 1692 by the VOC. The first owner, Heinrik Muller from Basel, laid the foundation for this historic estate. Keerweder has maintained its legacy as a commercial farm, exporting its produce worldwide while preserving its historical roots.

Heinrik and Muller Cottages are two spacious one-bedroom units, fully equipped with a bathroom, kitchen, dining area, living room, and a terrace that boasts stunning views of plum orchards and the surrounding mountains. 

Heinrik Cottage features an extra-length king/twin bed for ultimate comfort, along with a luxurious chaise lounge for relaxing moments. The bathroom offers a bathtub and a separate shower.

Muller Cottage features an elegant four-poster king bed and classic Queen Anne chairs, offering a touch of timeless charm. The bathroom offers a spacious shower.

 Both cottages are equipped with silent fans, hairdryers and dressing tables with mirrors. 

The kitchens in both Heinrik and Muller Cottages are fully equipped with all modern conveniences, including an air fryer oven for quick and convenient cooking. The living rooms are designed for relaxation, featuring cosy fireplaces for warmth and ambience, as well as smart TVs with Netflix and a selection of games for entertainment.

The cottages are set amidst rolling lawns and lush trees, creating the perfect backdrop for a relaxing picnic with stunning views of the mountains. The surrounding area offers a variety of outdoor activities, including walking, mountain biking, and even fishing.

Perfectly suited for those seeking a peaceful and relaxing getaway, both cottages are furnished to the highest standard, ensuring a comfortable stay with every modern convenience at your fingertips.

Cottages @ Keerweder

This luxury cottage has an extra-length king bed. The en-suite has a bath and shower. It offers a fully equipped kitchen, a dining area, a living room, and a terrace that boasts stunning views of plum orchards and the surrounding mountains.

Luxury Self-Catering Cottage

This deluxe cottage has a four-poster king bed and an en-suite shower. It offers a fully equipped kitchen, a dining area, a living room, and a terrace that boasts stunning views of plum orchards and the surrounding mountains.

Deluxe self-catering Cottage

Located in the picturesque town of Franschhoek, 29 km from Boschenmeer Golf Course, theLAB Blue offers luxurious accommodation communal Jacuzzi outdoors , Swimming pool , Wellness treatments at the neighboring LAB Guesthouse and within walking distance to the main road of Franschhoek where all the restaurants and wine tram is.

Guests can enjoy a variety of breakfast options, including fruits and juices, served à la carte. Each unit is equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a bar fridge, kettle, shower, bathrobes, and a wardrobe, with some units featuring a cosy fireplace. All accommodations include a private bathroom with a hairdryer and linen.

Guests can unwind in the beautifully landscaped garden, by the pool with scenic views, on the sun terrace, or in the shared lounge area. TheLAB Blue ensures a serene and relaxing stay with access to its spa facilities, and beauty services.

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The LAB Blue

This air-conditioned Economy Room has a queen-size bed and an en-suite bathroom with a shower, toilet, and washbasin. It has a TV, free Wi-Fi, a hairdryer, a bar fridge, and coffee/tea facilities

4E Economy Room

This air-conditioned Superior Room is perfect for a couple, with an en-suite bathroom including a shower and bath. It features a TV, a bar fridge, coffee/tea facilities, and a small open patio.

4E Superior Room

This air-conditioned Deluxe Room has a super king bed that can be turned into 2 single beds on request. It is perfect for a couple or 2 friends. It has an en-suite bathroom with a bath and shower and features a TV, coffee/tea facilities, and a bar fridge.

4E Deluxe Room

The air-conditioned Superior Family Room is perfect for a family of 4. It has 2 bedrooms with a king-size bed and 2 single beds for kids. The bathroom has a shower and bath. It features a TV, coffee/tea facilities, and a bar fridge.

4E Superior Family Room

Florin's Crest is located in Franschhoek, a beautifully scenic and tranquil environment which is enjoyable for the whole family. It is easy to spend a day here and it serves as an excellent springboard to other wine routes.

The house can accommodate up to 4 adults with 2 small children, and comprises 3 en-suite bedrooms, two of which contain a queen-size bed. The third bedroom offers 2 single beds or a king-size bed. Each bedroom has a unique feature such as the glass-enclosed patio off the main bedroom. All bedrooms have aircon for cooling or heating. There are both bath and shower facilities in the house. Linen and towels are provided.

The kitchen is fully equipped for self-catering and contains a stove, oven, fridge-freezer, microwave, and cutlery and crockery. The dining area has seating space for 8 people, while the lounge has a comfy lounge suite and a wall-mounted flat-screen TV. Free Wi-Fi access is also provided.

The balcony off the main bedroom has a spectacular view of the mountains, as does the glass-enclosed dining room. The open plan lounge and kitchen area feature beautiful large glass windows offering a 360-degree view of the mountains.

Nestled in the garden lies a large indoor swimming pool offering wonderful peace and tranquillity. The loungers and beautiful artwork make this a special area in which to relax. The large sliding doors from the pool area open out onto the indigenous garden which provides a braai area and pizza oven, offering a fantastic entertainment area for all ages.

This house has a great location in a quiet street of the town, however, it is a short distance to a variety of amenities the town has to offer, including many award-winning fine dining restaurants.

Florin's Crest

From flat-topped Table Mountain down to the blue waters of Table Bay, Cape Town is simply stunning, but the city doesn&#39;t thrive by its looks alone. Proudly multicultural, its flourishing arts, dining, and nightlife scenes are proof of this modern metropolis&#39; creativity and innovative spirit.

Given that it is home to a kaleidoscope of cultures, Cape Town is by far the most multicultural city in South Africa. This diversity is reflected in the city&#39;s vibrant festival, culinary, and music sectors. But it&#39;s crucial to comprehend what Cape Town has gone through in order to appreciate it more for what it is today. A festering wound has been created by the decades of racial and economic oppression brought on by apartheid. The District Six Museum and Nelson Mandela&#39;s jail cell on Robben Island are two places where visitors may learn more about Cape Town&#39;s sad undertone, despite the fact that most tourists only see the city&#39;s stunning beaches and lively restaurant scene.

Cape Town

All about “A discovery of the divine vineyards of Franschhoek Valley”, many of which date back centuries and are highly esteemed and well loved, The famous Franschhoek Wine Tram offers tourists and locals a thrilling and fun “hop-on-hop-off” tour. By enjoying an experience with Franschhoek’s Wine Tram, guests get to discover and behold the essence of the remarkable Franschhoek Valley, known around the world for its sensational cuisines and captivating wine farms and estates.

Guests can enjoy five options for exploring this area with a wine tram tour, each delivering a unique and exceptional experience and showcasing a separate part of the majestic Franschhoek Valley of the Western Cape. The tour is always a scenic and informative one, winding through sublime vineyards and tranquil valleys, as a well versed narrator brings the region to life through tales of historical significance and wine cultivation. Each stop off with the wine tram offers passengers something special to experience, such as wine tasting (this is something or an art in Franschhoek, which is easy to master), cellar tours, amazing lunches and renowned restaurants or even just strolls through the picture perfect vineyards. Franschhoek Valley has so much to offer and offers warm hospitality and world-class locations. A journey with the open-side tram as fresh mountain and streams in is something amazing, introducing many tourists to South Africa’s oldest wine estates. Perfect for a group of friends who wish to indulge and be inspired, the Franschhoek Wine Tram tour has become an incredibly popular choice, highly recommended by all who have tried it.

Franschhoek Wine Tram

Western Cape

Franschoek, the French corner of the Cape, is located in one of the world&#39;s most picturesque wine valleys, only 45 minutes from Cape Town and within 30 minutes of the Stellenbosch, Paarl, Wellington and Somerset West wine routes. One would find it difficult to argue against the claim that this historically French town is the nation&#39;s cuisine and wine center. There are nearly 30 wine cellars and more than 28 restaurants to select from for your dining experience, which is home to eight of the top 100 restaurants in the country. The town of Franschoek is home to a superb selection of eateries and coffee shops, as well as art and antique shops and galleries. It is simple to spend a day here and it is a great starting point for exploring other wine routes and the Four Passes Fruit Route, of which Franschoek is also a part. For those who are more active, there are a number of hiking paths in the nearby mountains.

Franschhoek

Situated in the truly magical valleys of the Western Cape’s oldest and most beloved wine vineyards, Huguenot Memorial Museum is overlooked by majestic mountains and offers amazing views. This wonderful museum portrays the history of the French Huguenots in Cape Colonial History, educating visitors on this important aspect of our county’s past. The French Huguenots were among the first while settlers to arrive in the Cape and the museum is also known as South Africa’s “French Corner”, displaying cultural traces and informative facts. Although this intense yet spellbinding history took place so many centuries ago (between 1688 and 1720), locals to the area and tourists in search of insight enjoy discovering the trails of this time. Some of this region’s best wine farms and landmarks are marked with strong French influence and the name “Franschhoek” itself literally means French Corner.

The museum houses an incredible collection of fine antiques and elegant furniture dating back to a time long ago, while the story of the Huguenot’s has also been documented here for all to embrace. Picturesque green lawns and a serene pool can also be discovered on the Museum grounds, as well as an enchanting wildflower garden where picnics can be enjoyed, while the restaurant is also a great spot to stop for a lunch with friends during the outing. Although this museum is largely focused on the historical French influences of the past, other items that relate to the Khoisan population in this region at the time can also be found, as well as other things to enjoy, such as beautiful monuments and structures. The Franschhoek area is also popular for its many fynbos plants, which are also found; right here on the museum grounds, on display for all guests to enjoy. Make a turn at the Museum shop and possibly find something special to take home in memory of your time here. Great admission fees allow the Huguenot Memorial Museum to continually welcome visitors – opening hours are from 9 am to 7 pm Mondays to Saturdays, and from 2 pm to 5 pm on Sundays.

Huguenot Memorial Museum

This stunning setting of the Franschhoek Cellar offers guests the most astounding views over serene valleys and vineyards around it and some of Franschhoek’s most appealing assets, while keeping everyone in the family thoroughly entertained. Having received an acclaimed “Certificate of Excellence” from Trip Advisor for being a wonderful outing within in the region, The Franschhoek Cellar is a favourite along the Franschhoek wine route and a treat to all who visit.

With a wonderful combination of country living and an elegant and stylish world-class venue, this cellar transports guests to a special place. Of course, wine tasting is in high demand here and never fails to deliver, with exceptional quality wines that can be paired with amazing handmade cheese or even Belgian chocolate, for those with a sweet tooth. The Franschhoek Wine Cellar also offers place for kids to play safely, in an enclosed and covered play area There is something for everyone to appreciate at the famous Franschhoek Wine Cellar, while the venue even offers an artisanal beer and bistro garden in additional to wine tasting, as well as showcasing an amazing menu of sensational artisanal dishes that make us of local and even home-grown produce – there is even a kiddies menu. Enjoy some unforgettable gourmet dishes and sip of a beautiful glass of wine, or even celebrate an occasion with a cocktail. Open daily from 10 am to 6 pm.

The Franschhoek Cellar

A haven of happiness for coffee lovers from all walks of life enjoying time in the stunning Franschhoek Valley of the Western Cape, Terbadore Coffee Roasters are humble artisan roasters who have a passion for exceptional coffee and value heritage and precision, above all else. Franschhoek is well known for its sensational and inspired wine boutiques and splendid award winning restaurants, but little has been said about its coffee production – until now.

Quick to get on the train of taste, Terbodore is Franschhoek’s favourite coffee spot and keeps locals on their feet and tourists on their toes. Every cup of coffee made here is done so with love and care, while every roast is something special and leaves nothing to the imagination. The coffee served and sold at terbadore’s charming coffee store has been imported from 13 different countries, each unique distinguished in flavour and strength, with something for everyone – from the professional java drinkers to those who are not so enthusiastic, Terbadore always hits the spot. With a refined dedication to the craft of coffee making and a consistent quality driven approach, the friendly staff at Terbadore Coffee Roasters in Franschhoek have set themselves apart as experts in the field. From beans to ground or even capsules, coffee fans can pop in to purchase their choice of style and flavour and leave fully satisfied, or just order a good old cup of coffee.

Terbodore Coffee Roasters

Considering it's stunning location in the Western Cape’s exciting Cape Winelands region, Dieu Donne is as spectacular as “A Gift from God”, overlooking the spectacular Simonsberg Mountains and some of Franschhoek’s most famous landmarks. Guests have fallen in love with this wine farms scenic displays of golden sunsets, while sipping on wine that is distinctive in character and flawless in taste. Facing the slopes of the Franschhoek Mountains from its setting on the steep south-west, the Dieu Donne Vineyards enjoys a cooling effect and ideal summer conditions (together with unique soils and weathered granite) that ensures the excellent ripening of their grapes.

Some remarkable blends of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz, Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay have been produced right here, allowing wine lovers to fall deeply down the rabbit hole of wine sipping and sunshine. The deep red and ravishing Merlot has become Dieu Donne’s flagship wine of the cellar. The story of Dieu Donne begun in 1987, when these vineyards were first acquired by the French-Maritian, Robert Maingard, through his love for South Africa and intention to create some amazing wines. With the idyllic setting in Franschhoek’s wine valleys allowing Dieu Donne wines to propel forward with their gorgeous flavours and special characteristics, this wine farm has become popular among tourists and locals alike. Visitors can enjoy wine tastings, or treat themselves to a meal at their ROCA Restaurant, serving delicious foods in a beautiful setting with indoor and outdoor seating available to guests and a fabulous selection of cuisines and wines. ROCA’s menu is one of Mediterranean bliss, where local ingredients and produce are elevated. Open Monday to Friday from 9 am to 5 pm, and Saturday and Sunday from 10:30 am to 5 pm.

Dieu Donne Vineyards

Allora is a sophisticated yet comfortable restaurant that aims to bring the culinary art of dining to all. Allora infuses the two totally separate worlds of Italian and modern dining creating an equilibrium for Vintage and Modern equilibrium. After all, what could be more euphoric than indulging in a modern, Euro-styled pizza baked in a vintage wood burning oven?

Allora

Dutch East is a unique restaurant that is run by head chef Pasch Du Plooy and ironically creates colourful dishes that combine flavours of the east and Dutch. Grilled Marinated brown mushrooms for starters, Roasted duck for mains and fried pink lady apple pie for dessert would take you on an culinary adventure right across the world.

Dutch East Restaurant

This tranquil restaurant offers gorgeous mountain views and the best Illy coffee Franchoek has to offer. A variety of salads and sandwiches are also available to fill up on while soaking up all the beauty Franschoek has offer.

Essence Restaurant

In the center of the Cape Winelands Region is the relatively small village of Klapmuts, which is located just off the R45 between Kraaifontein and Paarl. In addition, Klapmuts is not well known among tourists, which is an advantage because the region provides the opportunity to stay on expansive farms and modest holdings with views of the mountains on the outskirts of things. Despite being only 45 minutes from Cape Town, one feels unburdened by the metropolis when they are out here. If you have kids, Butterfly World is one of Klapmuts&#39; most well-known attractions. If you don&#39;t, the nearby little villages of Simondium and Pniel also make for lovely drives. However, the main reason you are here is to visit the wineries in the area of Franschhoek, Paarl, and Stellenbosch, and Klapmuts puts you right there.

Klapmuts

Backsberg restaurant is set in a beautiful country garden and fittingly, serves a traditional lamb with only the freshest buffet of salads, veggies and roast potatoes. Backsberg is situated in the heart of the Cape Winelands and has plenty of space for children to play while dining.

Backsberg

Pierneef a La Motte offers dishes made of 3 century old Cape culinary recipes with a modern day twist. This restaurant aims to combine the beautiful, natural environment combined with dishes made with organic ingredients from the local garden.

Pierneef a La Motte

La Petite Ferme is a legendary restaurant that serves good food sourced from fresh local ingredients and aims to create a atmosphere of relaxation and a feast of culinary delights. Being listed as one of the top 15 best value establishments in the world, La Petite Ferme hosts only raw talent and dedicated staff to make the experience that much more enjoyable.

Allora

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