Duff Cottage Guest House, Franschhoek, Western Cape
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CATEGORIES: Accommodation in South Africa » South Africa Bed & Breakfast » South Africa Guest Houses » South Africa Honeymoons » DESCRIPTION: The Franschhoek valley is undoubtedly the premier destination for visitors to the Western Cape. Nestled in the Hottentots Holland Mountains only one hours’ drive from Cape Town and Cape Town International Airport, Franschhoek is one of South Africa’s prettiest and most prestigious villages. Settled in the 1600’s by the French Huguenots, Franschhoek has been producing some of South Africa’s finest wines, and it’s no coincidence that it is also referred to as the gourmet capital of South Africa. Franschhoek boasts some of South Africa’s award winning restaurants and vineyards. Centrally situated, Franschhoek is only one hour’s drive by car to Hermanus where whale watching activities are the main attraction, 40 minutes from the Strand, (the nearest beach), and only 20 minutes from the old university town of Stellenbosch. AccommodationDuff Cottage Guest House is situated on a quiet street just a two-minute stroll to the village center and the many curio shops and gourmet restaurants. The accommodation comprises of two luxury suites each with its own bathroom en-suite and private sitting room. Each bedroom has a Queen-size bed with white linen bedding and allergy-free duvets. Other facilities include a wall safe and a professional hair dryer. The bedrooms have fans for summer and are heated in winter. The en-suite bathrooms are equipped with large fluffy white towels and the finest range of toiletries. The private sitting rooms have satellite TV, fridge with a supply of soft drinks. Tea and coffee are complimentary. The large sunny breakfast room opens out onto the patio next to the indoor/outdoor-heated swimming pool. BreakfastBreakfast is served from 08h00 to 10h00 daily and consists of fruit juice, a choice of cereals, fresh fruit (in season) and yogurt, followed by a menu of cooked dishes, tea, coffee and toast. ActivitiesAmong the many activities offered in the valley are hiking, mountain biking, golf, horse riding and let’s not forget wine tasting. There are as many as thirty-three vineyards situated in the valley most of which are open to the public for a tasting experience. Many of the vineyards now offer lunch in the form of indoor dining or outdoor picnics. Franschhoek now rates as one of South Africa’s destinations of choice for weddings and conferences. Why not kick back and be pampered for the day at one of the many spa’s or wellness centers. Visit the Huguenot monument and museum built as a tribute to the original settlers. Take a short trip to the Berg River Dam and explore the surrounding valley. L’Ormarins wine estate, approximately nine kilometers from Franschhoek, boasts the largest collection of vintage automobiles in the country. Visit the old Victor Verster prison, (renamed the Drakenstein prison), which is the site of Nelson Mandela’s release, and hosts a fitting monument to Madiba. Take a beautiful scenic drive over the Franschhoek pass and visit the small farming community of Villiersdorp. Dave & Mary Manning look forward to hosting you and ensuring that your visit to Franschhoek is a memorable one. |
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