Grandeur in the Cape Winelands
The Cape Winelands are always beautiful, with vast vineyards surrounded by mountain ranges. One of the most beautiful valleys is the Franschhoek Valley, and there you will find the magnificent La Residence estate, part of Royal Portfolio. The grandeur of the landscape continues in the stately architecture: high rooms with large windows, many terraces and balconies. The interior is classic with French flair, luxurious and full of detail; even the bathrooms have chandeliers, carpets and French doors with panoramic views. All suites are individually decorated according to a theme, which you will find in the color scheme, beautiful silk and brocante fabrics and artifacts. You can stay in one of the hotel's suites, but on the estate there are several Vineyard Suites that feature many extras. In addition, there is a very spacious, exclusive six-bedroom villa where you can bathe in luxury with family or friends. Where the world can't find you...
Exclusive villa: Franschhoek House
That villa bears the name Franschhoek House, open December 01, 2024. Six luxury suites are spread across several buildings around a courtyard, where a 200-year-old oak tree seems to watch over guests. Here you have several lounges and dining areas, a bar and games room, a heated pool and plenty of outdoor spaces - both private and for the whole party. The heart of Franschhoek House is the interactive kitchen, where you can watch your private chef prepare your meals. You are welcome to join in yourself - every meal can begin like this with a master class! You can choose where to sit at the table next: in the shade of that majestic oak tree, by the pool or in the garden, or inside in the cozy and heated dining room. As a guest of Franschhoek House, you have access to the facilities of La Residence Hotel.
Tips & Tops La Residence:
- The hotel has eleven Luxury and Superior Suites, for a total of 22 guests
- The five Vineyard Suites each feature a garden and small private pool, and one, two or three bedroom suites with ensuite bathrooms. A total of 16 adults and four children can stay here
- The Vineyard Suites share a larger pool and a partially covered bar and lounge with terrace
- In and around the hotel, several spots are set up as dining spaces. Each meal is a culinary adventure that tells of the aromatic palette of Franschhoek Valley
- The chef uses the farm-to-table principle; he works as much as possible with fresh ingredients from his own garden
- The menu changes every season and a sommelier selects local wines to accompany each dish
- In the cooler months you can sit inside in pleasantly warm rooms where a fireplace burns
- The hotel has Spa & fitness rooms; if desired, you can get a spa treatment in your suite
- Around Franschhoek Valley, you can visit several wine estates for wine tastings
- The area lends itself particularly well to hiking, hikes, trips by mountain bike or horseback, golfing and helicopter tours
- Look here for other lodges and villas from Royal Portfolio
- La Residence is a member of Virtuoso
