Feature destination
T
he Franschhoek Country House and Villas is a
charming gem in the beautiful Franschhoek Valley.
This five-star hotel mirrors the French charisma that
has made this town such a historically important spot
for three centuries. Every feature of the hotel has been
carefully crafted to give guests a genuine sense of being
part of Franschhoek’s French heritage. The cobbled streets,
fountains and old stone buildings make the establishment
one of the most appealing, and finest, in the country.
Four room types are available at the Franschhoek
Country House and Villas. Many features are standard to
all, including complimentary WiFi Internet access and air
conditioning. The De Luxe Rooms are renovated portions
of the historic manor house, and come complete with en
suite bathrooms, lounges and private balconies, as well as
all of the amenities one would expect to find in a hotel of
this standing. The Luxury Rooms, as well as being more
spacious, have underfloor heating, a private patio and a
supremely comfortable lounge area. A delightful fireplace
completes the picture.
The Garden Cottages, which are child friendly, extend
over two floors. Private patios and balconies mean that
there is more than enough space for the whole family to
relax and take in the beautiful surroundings. Finally, the
Villa Suites are the newest and most luxurious offerings
in the hotel. Each villa covers 100 m², and has a spacious
lounge, dining room, fireplace, and two private balconies.
To top off the retreat experience, the in-house spa offers
a range of massage and beauty treatments. Full body
massages, reflexology, body wraps, and facials are just
the beginning – the hotel has also developed a number
of signature treatments for both women and men. The
spa is intimate and welcoming, and guests are assured
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of a wonderful experience in the hands of professionally
trained therapists.
The hotel also boasts the award-winning Monneaux
Restaurant. One of the country’s most acclaimed
restaurants, the Monneaux provides exceptional fare at
breakfast, lunch and dinner. Lunch taken on the fountain
terrace is a delightful way to pass the afternoon, while
dinner in the elegant manor house dining room makes it
clear why the restaurant has won numerous awards over
the years. For private dinners, the hotel’s underground
cellar has a suitably exclusive feel to it. Surrounded by
some of the very best South African wines, many made
in the Franschhoek Valley, as well as a number of equally
fine wines from overseas, guests can expect the same level
of service and exquisite cuisine enjoyed by diners in the
restaurant above. If exploring more of the region’s culinary
pleasures is on your list of things to do, the hotel staff will
book wine tastings and make reservations at restaurants
around Franschhoek on your behalf, and the free shuttle
service will take you there.
Should you wish to combine business with pleasure;
the Franschhoek Country House and Villas is the perfect
venue. The conference facilities include all the best
technology needed to make a meeting or event successful,
impressive and memorable. Data projectors, high speed
Internet access and televisions are just some of the features
available in the opulent boardroom. The hotel staff will
also gladly make any special arrangements needed for
your function.
Any visit to the beautiful Franschhoek Valley is
guaranteed to be made even more remarkable by staying
at the Franschhoek Country House and Villas.
For more information visit www.fch.co.za.