Situated only 200 m from the centre of Franschhoek, this wonderful country retreat features four individually designed luxury villas with private pool and butler services.
This fully-serviced 2-bedroom villa modern contemporary space, saturated blocks of colour juxtapose with a minimalist interiors to create an expressive energy capturing the essence of the avant-garde. With 2 en-suite bedrooms with king size beds (one can be twinned), expansive living space, open plan kitchen and private garden, La Galarie is the perfect escape for 2 - 4 guests.
The bedrooms consist of rich grey walls form a canvas to showcase the owner's private art collection of impressive abstracts accentuated by antique furnishings and carefully selected contemporary accents. Spend time enjoying the collection and design or gazing out over your private pool from the terrace to mountains beyond. La Galarie is an eclectic villa in Franschhoek with a personality all its own, a fitting tribute to the rich artistic heritage of the valley.
A Continental breakfast is included and served every morning in the privacy of your villa and on request, a private chef can be arranged for a surcharge. The villa is within walking distance to restaurants and cafés.
The Domain offers a concierge service, airport shuttles (on request, extra charge) and free Wi-Fi. Wine on arrival, evening drinks and canapés, selected drinks, transfers into Franschhoek Valley and use of the bicycles are all included within the rates.
The property is 10 minutes’ walk from the Huguenot Monument and Cape Town International Airport is 78 km away.
Accommodation:
Ground floor;
Open-plan dining room
Living room with large flat screen TV with full DSTV
Open plan dining room
Fully equipped kitchen
Bedroom 1; King size bedroom with en-suite bathroom
Bedroom 2; King size bedroom with en-suite bathroom
Features & Amenities:
Sleeps 4: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
Breakfast of your choice prepared in your villa’s kitchen at your convenience
Full, private service of a host and dedicated housekeeper (daily laundry and housekeeping service)
House drinks: wine, spirits, mixers, soft drinks and bottled water, snack basket replenished daily
Complimentary transfers within 5km within the Franschhoek village
Welcome drinks and snack basket on arrival
Wi-Fi Internet
Pool
Tennis court in the domain
Helipad
Vineyards to explore (subject to availability)
Fully equipped kitchen; Oven / Kettle / Fridge & Freezer / Microwave/Toaster
Iron & Ironing board
Hairdryer
Tea and Coffee Facilities
Air conditioning throughout
Under floor heating throughout
Heated Towel rails
24 hours security surveillance
Safe in all bedrooms
Free Wireless Internet
Bikes available (subject to availability)
Fans on patio
Entertainment and family services
Books, DVDs, music for children
Board games/puzzles
Walking Distance to Franschhoek village centre
Grounds:
Pool area;
Private large pool (with safety cover)
Pool size (L: 807cm / W: 410cm / D: 170cm)
Patio with BBQ facilities
Tennis (subject to availability)
Private Parking
Services included;
Breakfast of your choice prepared in your villa’s kitchen at your convenience
En-suite accommodation on a Bed & Breakfast basis with daily turndown
Full, private service of a host and dedicated housekeeper (daily laundry and housekeeping service) House drinks: wine, spirits, mixers, soft drinks and bottled water; snack basket replenished daily
Complimentary transfers within the Franschhoek village
Telephone calls (local) & Wi-Fi
Continental and hot breakfasts are served daily in the central dining area
Managed by experienced chefs with a range of dining options available (extra cost)
Welcome drinks and snack basket on arrival
Extra not Included / on request to be paid locally:
Complimentary concierge services
Traditional South African Braai or ‘barbecue’ (please pre-book or enquire about availability and options upon arrival)
Laundry service
Transfers within the Franschhoek village and services no mentioned
All rates exclude lunch, dinner, additional drinks not in-room/in-villa on arrival,
Items of a personal nature, dry-cleaning
and transfers further afield
Transfers further afield & Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Food & Drink
Grocery deliveries
Special diet menus (on request)
Child-minding
Please Note:
Check in time 14.00
Check Out time 10.00
Pets are not allowed
No smoking indoors
Security Deposit by credit card on arrival
Languages spoken:
French
English
Afrikaans
Location Information:
Franschhoek Wine Tram 0.2 km
Franschhoek Monument 0.5 km
Graham Beck Winery 9.3 km
Franschhoek Motor Museum 11.2 km
Pearl Valley Golf Course 15.8 km
Jonkershoek Nature Reserve 18 km
Restaurants and markets;
The Tasting Room at Le Quartier Francais Restaurant 0.5 km
Dutch East Restaurant Restaurant 0.5 km
Haute Cabriere Tasting Room Cafe/bar 2.2 km
Bread and Wine Restaurant 6.7 km
La Petite Colombe Restaurant Babylonstoren 22.2 km
Natural beauty;
Franschhoek Pass Mountain 5 km
International Airport;
Cape Town International Airport 78.km
The approach to COVID-19
The approach to COVID-19 is calm and measured and focused on ensuring total peace of mind for all guests, whilst still offering a tranquil retreat in the sophisticated style
AREAS:
On arrival, guest temperatures will be taken and hand sanitiser will be readily available throughout the property.
Masks will be required to be worn by both staff and guests in the common areas.
Bag handles will be sanitised on arrival before being taken to the rooms.
Staff will have their temperatures taken regularly and comprehensive sanitisation will be in place.
Staff has been fully briefed on the increased sanitation measures and expected protocol.
ROOMS & VILLAS :
All rooms and villas will be ‘rested’ for a night between bookings to provide an opportunity to be cleaned thoroughly.
During your stay, your room will be cleaned and sanitised to the highest of standard, with extra care being taken on door handles and light switches.
MEALS
The dining experience, will be available either in-villa or in different settings across the grounds in accordance with social distancing requirements.
Breakfast offerings in accordance with current food safety regulations.
Picnics and platters will be available to order for delivery to rooms and villas.
All meals will be prepared in the new kitchen and strict sanitation measures will be in place at all times, including the washing of all kitchenware at the highest temperatures.
GENERAL:
Child-minding and babysitting services will not be guaranteed but will be assessed on a case by case basis, as per the regulations in place at the time of booking.
Swimming pools will remain open. They will be cleaned and disinfected on a regular basis and the chlorine levels measured in accordance with the latest advice.
All guests will be provided with one mask per stay.
Additional masks will be available for purchase and the proceeds will go to community initiatives
BOOKING POLICIES: Price shown is in ZAR
Minimum stay 2 nights
DEPOSIT REQUIREMENTS. 50% at time of booking
Deposits are NON REFUNDABLE
BALANCE DUE: 2 months prior to arrival.
Trip
cancellation insurance is highly recommended !