The wonderful country setting amongst the vineyards of Franschhoek is the ultimate place to find a balance between comfortable indulgence and simple country peacefulness.
Mont Rochelle lies in the French founded valley of Franschhoek. This area is world famous for is award winning wines as well as top class restaurants. If you are looking for a spot close to Cape Town yet where you can feel like you have truly got away the Mont Rochelle is it. Surrounded by vineyards and mountain ranges, this classic boutique hotel almost makes you feel like you have walked straight into the South of France. Once you have drank and ate yourself silly you can literally spend hours just strolling through the sidewalk galleries along the tree lined streets.
The town of Franschhoek is merely an hours’ drive from Cape Town, yet it’s dramatic scenery and quaint village atmosphere is miles away from the bustle of the city. With many world class wineries and restaurants in this valley it is the ultimate spot for sneaky indulgent getaway.
From £250 pp incl. B&B
The weather in is best in Franschhoek during the summer months of October to May. However during the rest of the year this little French village is a great kept secret where the vineyards are luscious and green and chilly days can be spent over a bottle of wine in many of the cosy wineries dotted around the valley.