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.
A fusion of East and North African aesthetics are waiting to be discovered at Le Colonial. Moroccan tiles and patterned fabrics establish a tasteful, vibrant style creating a truly memorable experience.
Featuring 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, expansive terrace and ample room to entertain, this villa is a luxurious retreat from the hustle and bustle of every day life. The spacious central living area, with foldaway glass patio doors, opens onto the front and back garden with private pool and mountain views.
The open-plan lounge, dining and kitchen area opens up on both sides to the deep terraces on each side of the house. Each terrace has it’s own outdoor lounge area and large dining table for al fresco meals.
Le Colonial has 3 suites and 1 smaller twin room also en-suite. All 3 suites lead out to a traditional farmhouse veranda with views over the private garden, 1 of the suites has uninterrupted views over the pool to the mountains and vineyards from their private terrace. The smaller twin room is located on the other side of the house and opens up onto the back terrace.
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 Domaine 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 situated only 200 m from the centre of Franschhoek 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
1; Petite room with King size bed and en-suite bathroom with bath & shower & WC
2; Garden room with King size bed and en-suite bathroom with bath double basin & WC
3; Courtyard room with King size bed and en-suite bathroom with bath & walk in shower, basin & WC
Features & Amenities:
Sleeps 8: 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms
Full, private service of a host and dedicated housekeeper (daily laundry and housekeeping service)
House drinks / 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 Features:
Pool area;
Private large pool (with safety cover)
Pool size Length: 8.07cm / Width: 4.10cm / Depth : 1.70cm
Patio with BBQ facilities
Tennis (subject to availability)
Private Parking
Services included in your Rental;
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/ Snack basket replenished daily
Telephone calls (local) & Wi-Fi
Continental and hot breakfasts
Managed by experienced chefs with a range of dining options available (extra cost)
Welcome drinks and snack basket on arrival
0 – 2 years: Cots are available at no additional charge
Extra not Included / on request to be paid locally:
Community fee 60 Rand per personne per night (12 year old +)
Complimentary concierge services
Traditional South African Braai or ‘barbecue’ (please pre-book or enquire about availability and options upon arrival)
Shared Table South African-style dinner
Curated picnics and platters (available daily)
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
4 – 12 years: Children can be accommodated on roll-away beds. Extra Child bed rate applies Please enquire
Please Note:
Please note this Lodge can also be rented with 3 rooms off peak season Please enquire for price
Check in time 15.00
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
BOOKING POLICIES: Price shown is in ZAR
Minimum stay 2 nights/ Price shown is for 7 nights
Price shown is for 4 bedrooms can be rented with 3 bedrooms off peak season
DEPOSIT REQUIREMENTS. 50% at time of booking
Deposits are NON REFUNDABLE
BALANCE DUE: 2 months prior to arrival.
Trip cancellation insurance is highly recommended !