Leeu House
The saying "Make yourself at home" applies perfectly in this case. If you want to spend your holiday in a discreet and relaxed atmosphere, you've come to the right place, as there is no extensive entertainment on offer. The luxurious boutique hotel of the renowned Leeu Collection is located in the heart of Franschhoek and is small, but that is exactly what makes it so charming. You will want for nothing in this 5-star hotel. It is first class all round.
Details
Country
South Africa
Location
Franschhoek
Price
from 240 € per person/night
Best time to travel
year-round
Rooms
With just 12 rooms and suites, Leeu House offers you a small but fine selection of accommodation. All rooms are designed with attention to detail in a country house style. The light colours and natural materials, such as linen curtains, sisal rugs and handmade lamps, make the rooms inviting and blend in perfectly with the surrounding landscape. After an eventful day, they are the ideal place to relax. You can also relax in the spacious bathrooms, which are all finished in marble. Through the large doors and windows, you can either access your own private terrace or enjoy the view of the mountains.
Culinary
You can indulge in culinary delights at The Conservatory directly in Leeu House. You can have breakfast here, but also have a choice of other dishes for the rest of the day. Local and South African specialities in organic quality are on offer, as well as exquisite South African wines from the Leeu Collection. You can also choose to enjoy all meals on the terrace. In addition to the hotel's own restaurant, you can also take advantage of the culinary offerings at the sister hotels Leeu Estates and Le Quartier Francais. The Leeu Estate has La Petite Colombe and Le Quartier has the Epice Restaurant, both of which originate from the creative workshop of the famous La Colombe.
Location
Franschhoek is only about an hour's drive from Cape Town Airport. This means you can get to know South Africa quickly and easily away from the hustle and bustle of the big city. The location of Leeu House, in the centre of Franschhoek, is also excellent and an ideal starting point for the numerous surrounding sights. You can reach the most famous corners of the town, such as the Huguenot Museum, the Town Hall or the Huguenot Monument, in just a few minutes on foot.
Activities
There is a lot to explore in Franschhoek and the surrounding area. However, it is a small town with a historical background and the possible activities are also geared towards this. The Huguenot Museum and the Huguenot Monument in particular tell the story of this beautiful town's past. You can also learn more about South Africa at the Sénéchal-Senekal Art Gallery or the Franschhoek Art House. The city has French origins and therefore also has a wine route worth seeing. One way to get an impression of the different wine estates in the region is the Franschhoek Wine Tram. There are more than twenty wine estates on this route, which are definitely worth a visit. Leeu House also has its own pool and the sister hotel Leeu Estates also has a wellness area where you can pamper yourself with massages and other treatments.