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Gracious Hospitality at Cape Vue Country House

Cape Vue Country House, a beautifully restored farm house, is set on a wine farm in Franschhoek and a mere six hundred metres from the town centre.

This elegant eco-friendly country house features an outdoor heated swimming pool, a deck with loungers and umbrellas, and built-in seating with huge comfortable cushions. All positioned to make the most of the view of the vines and magnificent mountains.

The views are spectacular, and a great place to relax with a glass of their excellent wine is on the veranda overlooking the immaculate lawns and garden.

A French style breakfast with an African twist is served on the veranda or in the dining room. Freshly baked bread, local cheeses and homemade preserves are a great feature of the menu.

Eggs Benedict comes in a variety of combinations, including Franschhoek trout, or a South African version, with Chakalaka.

The excellent wines at Cape Vue Country House and Wine Estate are made from single blocks of vines, and may be purchased on line. An honesty bar in the lounge is open twenty-four hours a day.

Accommodation at Cape Vue Country House

Each of the six air-conditioned rooms is beautifully decorated with opulent finishes and fixtures. The beds are extra length king size and come with percale linen.

The spacious bathrooms are complimented with fluffy towels, soft gowns and luxury toiletries.

Each room is individually styled with the colours and motifs inspired by the natural surroundings. Soft carpets, underfloor heating, a bar fridge, tea/coffee facilities, DSTV, a seating area and a private patio, complete the look.

Cape Vue offers guests all the best that Franschhoek has to offer – location, luxury, and lots to enjoy, from top class restaurants, festivals, wine farms and fine art.

Contact Details

For more information or to make a reservation, call 021 876 2312 or email info@capevue.co.za. Follow them on Facebook and Instagram.

Cape Vue Country House may be found at 1 Middagkrans Road, Franschhoek. Find them on Google Maps, click here.

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