
Avondrood Guest House
This picturesque guest house is just an hour's drive from Cape Town, situated in the peaceful Winelands country also known as the Franschhoek Valley. Avondrood's original Victorian Cape-Dutch home offers guests a beautiful peaceful stay with a rich historical feel of French Huguenot culture combined with all of the modern luxuries and amenities you desire.
Private and scenic, the 2000sq meter gardens surround a large pool, heated jacuzzi and outdoor breakfast veranda which boasts views of the mountains. Inside the main house there is a spacious lounge next to the grand fireplace and a fully stocked bar. There are eight large suites to choose from, all lavishly decorated with individual themes and character. Wake to a full breakfast with your stay, served with locally roasted coffee.
Expert View
- Easy distance to the Wine Tram to explore the regions vineyards
- Long-time manager, Justin's carefully curated bespoke experiences
- Food glorious food - Franschhoek is a gastronomic experience
- Historical buildings, museums, chic boutiques and cool cafe lifestyle
At a glance
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8 Rooms
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All Ages
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Open All Year
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Family Rooms
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B&B
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Scenic

"If you are in town on a Saturday, dont miss the Franschhoek Village Market, offering a fabulous atmosphere and a chance to mingle with the locals."
ACTIVITIES
Adventures and activities to ensure lifetime memories are made. From unforgettable thrills to indulgent relaxation, choose those that appeal most.
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Birdwatching
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Helicopter Flights
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Hot Air Balloon Flights
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Cultural Experience
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Cycling
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Fishing
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Golf
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Hiking
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Horse Riding
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Food Experience
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Natural Wonders
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Wine Tour
Gallery
Take a journey through Avondrood Guest House to get a flavour of its unique style and character, designed to enchant every guest.






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Client Reviews
We routinely go the extra mile to ensure that we not only plan the perfect itinerary but ensure that you're in good hands at every stage of your journey. That's why we are especially proud to maintain an overall client satisfaction rating of 98%.

Family holiday to Tanzania
We absolutely loved this trip. The lodges were all fantastic and well located and our guide with Predators Safari Club always made us feel safe, cared-for and welcome. The experience of being on safari with so few other travelers was a once in a lifetime experience.
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Honeymoon to South Africa & Mauritius
Mind blowing, relaxing, and just perfection. After all the craziness of 2020, this trip really took our breaths away and was exactly what we looking for and more.
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holiday to South Africa
The overall experience was amazing! Everything was well-coordinated and went according to plan. Great game viewing, great accommodation and the transfers between lodges went according to plan. Was very impressed with the meet and greet team - on arrival they helped me sort out a local sim card wh…
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