The Franschhoek, South Africa


The Franschhoek is an historic residence in the centre of what many regard as the most 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. All the superior qualities of The Last Word Residences abound in this luxury winelands hotel.

Location

The Franschhoek is approximately 1 ½ hour's drive from Cape Town

Highlights

  • The Last Word is a collection of rare luxury retreats each pleasingly different in style, views and activities, yet linked by the same distinctly superior standard of local hospitality.
  • Carefully chosen for their exclusive locations and breathtaking views of mountain or sea, each retreat is a hidden gem offering unparalleled peace and comfort with large spacious en-suite rooms, private patios sparkling pools, tranquil gardens and the last word in luxury.

Facilities

  • Private safe
  • Satellite television
  • Air-conditioning
  • Heated towel rails
  • Under-floor heating
  • A laundry service
  • Internet and email access
  • Secretarial services
  • 24 hour security and personalized concierge services and a pool

Activities

Activities on offer nearby the property include wine tasting, golf, walking trails, hiking, cycling, horse riding, fly fishing, paragliding and eating out in one of the many award wining winelands restaurants.

Meal Basis

Bed and Breakfast accommodation but also including all beverages (premium spirits and bespoke wines, in-room mini bar fridges)

Child Policy

The Franschhoek welcomes children over the age of 12 years old

Accommodation

The Franschhoek offers 6 luxurious double rooms, which open onto a small shaded gardens or patios. They are decorated according to one of three themes

Star Rating 4 reviews

Read Reviews of the The Last Word Franschoek

Honeymoon to South Africa and Mozambique during November 2011

Beautiful little boutique hotel. Conrad the manager was very friendly and helpful. Lovely room, nice touches like finding creme brulees on our pillow when we returned at the end of the evening.

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Honeymoon to South Africa during September 2011

The staff here were also very attentive.

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Honeymoon to Mauritius and South Africa during August 2011

Very personal service and extremely friendly staff. Bedroom was very comfortable with underfloor heating etc. Log fires in the evening with great wine really topped off a fantastic stay.

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Honeymoon to Mauritius and South Africa during September 2010

Fantastic experience. Wonderful personalized service. Excellent food and accomodations. We were very comfortable and would go back.

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Customer Review

Holiday to South Africa during February 2012

South Africa Review

A rather green time of year - we preferred the spectacular colours of November time Weather excellent and we had a great time

Rated... 5stars

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Alasdair Belfast

South Africa Factfile

Timezone:
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Language:
English, local languages
Currency:
South African Rand
Best time:
Year round destination
Flights:
9 hours from Europe
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The Last Word Franschoek has the following great offers:

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  • Stay 2 nights at Jock Safari Lodge and get 3 complimentary nights at nay of the following:
    • The Last Word Bishops Court
    • The Last Word Constatia
    • The Last Word Franschhoek
    • The Last Word Long Beach
    • The Last Word Sea Five
    • Grand Roche
    • Lake Pleasant Living or Lawhill Luxury
  • Or Stay 2 nights at Jock Safari Lodge and get 2 complimentary nights at nay of the following:
    • Radisson Blu Hotel Waterfront
    • Views Boutique Hotel & Spa

Valid Dates

01/05/2012 to 30/09/2012

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This offer includes a wonderfully warm turndown at night with candles and little surprises, complimentary pre-dinner drinks and snacks in the privacy of your room or lounge area, upgrade of room type on arrival (subject to availability) and a shuttle service within 5km radius of property. 

Valid Dates

01/05/2012 to 30/09/2012

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