About Franskraal B&B
Franskraal Bed and Breakfast has been awarded a very well deserved 4 star grading by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa, benchmarking this establishment as one of the finest in the area. Suites are lavishly decorated in the finest fittings and furnishings with unique full bathrooms and extra large baths.
Accommodation
The Suites
The beautifully appointed suites are tastefully furnished for your complete comfort. Each suite has either a queen size bed or 2 singles. Bathrooms are lavish with large luxurious oval baths, showers and double vanities.
Linen and towels are of the highest quality as are the stylishly co-ordinated soft furnishings. Relax in the privacy of your suite in a comfortable lounge area where you can watch TV, read a book or simply take in the magnificent sea view. The suites are equipped with mini fridges, tea and coffee making facilities and stocked with complimentary fresh rusks, tea and coffee.
Facilities
Wheelchair friendly accommodation & facilities
Spacious suites with TV
Bathrooms with bath and shower
Direct access to suites
Sea views
Direct access to beach
Safe off road parking for vehicles
Close to restaurants and all major tourist attractions
Breakfast
Breakfasts are usually served on al fresco where the ocean views are simply spectacular. On an inclement day, you will enjoy this sumptuous feast with Helmie and Amanda in the cosy open plan dining and lounge area where you are well protected from the elements.
Wheelchair Friendly
Franskraal Bed and Breakfast has a spacious, fully accredited wheelchair friendly facility with a luxurious, fully equipped bathroom. Guests requiring wheelchair access and compliancy to all the rigid standards set by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa can rest assured that they will be getting the very best facilities at Franskraal Bed & Breakfast.
Lounge
Although suites are furnished to accommodate a relaxing private lounge area, there is a beautiful communal lounge upstairs where the views are stunning. Enjoy the warmth of a winter fire as you chat with your wonderful hosts Helmie and Amanda who are always available to assist and advise on day trips, tours and restaurant bookings.
Attractions & Activities
4 x 4 Trips
4x4 trips between Stanford and Gansbaai. Cape Nature Conservation allows vehicles on parts of this conservation area and it is a lovely picnic and fishing spot.
Beaches
Stanford's Bay - a protected cove in the middle of De Kelders offers ideal swimming conditions.
Kleinbaai - several rock pools and a beautiful hike in addition to a tidal pool;
Franskraal - situated 4 kms from central Gansbaai this endless sandy beach runs towards the Uilkraals estuary, well known as a birding hotspot.
Uilkraal - ideal for long walks, swimming, family picnics and bird watching.
Die Plaat - protected as part of the Walker Bay reserve, ideal for swimming. Excellent fishing.
Pearly Beach - beautiful stretch of powder white sand beach. Ideal for long walks, ideal fishing and whale watching haven.
Buffeljagsbaai - remote, this spot will impress with its soaring solidified dunes which tower over Jessie se Baai.
Birding
Franskraal is a birders paradise and Franskraal Bed and Breakfast is no exception. Just a walk away from the beach and the estuary, you'll enjoy early mornings out catching a glimpse of the more than 250 bird species in the area.
Diving
A permit, and a copy of the regulations, is needed if you plan to collect marine delicacies. This is available from the local Post Office.
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