Offering some of the best panoramas of the Franschhoek Valley, this intimate four-star boutique hotel is a getaway dream come true.

Situated in the exclusive resort town of Franschhoek, La Petite Ferme is a well-heeled destination, not least for its superb collection of small-batch wines that are produced on the property, but also for its breathtaking setting, farm-fresh food and, of course, warm hospitality.

An expansive lawn, dotted with roaming peacocks (and revellers enjoying good wine and even better views) lines the front of the property, with the charming, glass-fronted restaurant just behind it, where guests are welcome to enjoy daily breakfast and lunch, and dinner (served daily from November until April, and May to October on Fridays and Saturdays only).

And then there’s the hotel, whose nine elegant rooms all boast spellbinding valley, mountain and vineyard views from their perch on the northern slopes of the Franschhoek Mountains.

The lodgings

There are nine individually decorated rooms – five recently refurbished stylish Vineyard Suites, each with their own private pool overlooking the valley, and four Manor House Rooms that open onto a shared pool.

Florentin Suite

• king-size extra-length bed
• en-suite bathroom with a shower and freestanding bath
• private patio with a plunge pool
• mini bar with complimentary wine
• tea- and coffee-making facilities
• air conditioning and heating
• smart TV
• complimentary wi-fi

Cost From R7 410 per room per night (depending on season)

Provençale Suite

• king-size extra-length bed
• en-suite bathroom with a shower and freestanding bath
• private patio with a plunge pool
• mini bar with complimentary wine
• tea- and coffee-making facilities
• air conditioning and heating
• smart TV
• complimentary wi-fi

Cost From R7 410 per room per night (depending on season)

Africa Suite

• king-size extra-length bed
• en-suite bathroom with a shower and freestanding bath
• private patio with a plunge pool
• mini bar with complimentary wine
• tea- and coffee-making facilities
• air conditioning and heating
• smart TV
• complimentary wi-fi

Cost From R7 410 per room per night (depending on season)

Moresque Suite

• king-size extra-length bed
• en-suite bathroom with a shower and freestanding bath
• private patio with a plunge pool
• mini bar with complimentary wine
• tea- and coffee-making facilities
• air conditioning and heating
• smart TV
• complimentary wi-fi

Cost From R7 410 per room night (depending on season)

Léman Suite

• king-size bed
• en-suite bathroom with a shower and freestanding bath
• private patio with a plunge pool
• spacious lounge
• mini bar with complimentary wine
• tea- and coffee-making facilities
• air conditioning and heating
• smart TV
• complimentary wi-fi

Cost From R9 300 per room per night (depending on season)

Four Manor House rooms (La Petite, Library, Verandah, Bridal)

• king-size or queen-size bed
• en-suite bathroom with a shower and freestanding bath
• shared family-sized pool
• private patio
• mini bar with complimentary wine
• tea- and coffee-making facilities
• air conditioning and heating
• TV with a DVD player and select DStv channels
• complimentary wi-fi

Cost From R2 635 per room per night (depending on season)

An abundance of attractions

There’s loads to do on the estate: leisurely walks, strenuous hikes, a complimentary guided vineyard tour where you can taste a selection of exclusive estate wines, mountain-biking with one of the estate’s fleet of bicycles and, of course, lounging by the pool.

The seasonal menu at the view-drenched restaurant offers an array of fresh, prettily plated starters, mouth-watering mains (the slow-roasted lamb is delicious), and decadent desserts prepared by head chef Kyle Norris, together with executive sous chef Stephen Raaff and Pastry chef Ester Labuschagne.

We can’t think of a better way to enjoy a weekend (or week) in the Winelands.

Distance from CT 1.5 hours
Child friendly? Yes
Pet friendly? No
Where to find it Franschhoek Pass Road, Franschhoek, Western Cape

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