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Los Olivos luxury penthouses welcome you into the heart of the charming and historic village of Franschhoek, surrounded by majestic mountains and nestled amongst magnificent wine estates. Franschhoek with its wide selection of restaurants, including award-winning Le Quartier Francais and Ruben’s is known as the gourmet capital of the Western Cape.
Nelson Mandela took his first steps of freedom from the former Victor Verster prison just outside Franschhoek. Franshhoek is only an hour’s drive from Cape Town and twenty minutes from Paarl and Stellenbosch.
Accommodation
The penthouses are situated in a serene part of the village within easy walking distance of local restaurants, pubs, interesting shops and galleries, giving you an authentic taste of village life.
Surrounded by softly splashing fountains and gently flowing waterways,they offer a warm and welcoming haven from which to explore the village and its surrounds. Decorated in a unique African-Colonial style,luxury and complete comfort are part of The Los Olivos experience.
The Penthouses
Penthouse 1
Has an open plan layout, is spacious and features a very private bathroom. It sleeps 2 (queen size bed), but can accommodate up to 4 as there is a sleeper couch. It features 2 balconies with views over the vineyards and braai facilities. It has an atmosphere of warmth and comfort,guests often comment that they feel so at home.
Penthouse 2
Is decorated in the same style as Penthouse 1, but is more spacious. It features 2 bedrooms(can sleep 4) and two bathrooms. Each bathroom has both a shower and a bath. The living and dining area are open plan, but the bedrooms are very private.
In the winter, take the edge off a chilly evening, light the old fashioned, wood burning stove and curl up on one of the comfy sofa’s with a good book and savour a glass of the excellent locally produced wines. In the summer, open the doors onto the spacious balcony, enjoy the fresh air and watch the sunset over the vineyards.
Both our penthouses are serviced on a daily basis by Mavis, our housekeeper of many years.
Both Penthouses are
• Very secure
• Fully-equipped(including fridge,stove,microwave ,coffee machine and all utensils)
• Airconditioned
• Fireplace
• DSTV (Satellite TV)
• Heated bathrooms
• Bathrobes,toiletries and hairdryers provided
• Mini Bar
• 100% cotton sheets and down duvets
Services
• Both penthouses fully serviced on a daily basis
• Off-street parking
Activities
Franschhoek caters to golfers, the Pearl Valley Golf Course is 20 mintues away, there are challenging mountain hikes or explore the vineyards on horseback. There are beautiful, meandering streams for fly-fishing and fast flowing rivers for kayaking.
Los Olivos will enrich your visit to Franschhoek, providing you with wonderful memories and a strong desire to return. |
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