Plumwood Inn Highlights
- Excellent boutique wine farms
- Franschhoek, Stellensbosch and Paarl wine routes
- Galleries, boutiques and art shops
- Visit some of the cheesemakers of the valley
- Visit historical sites
Plumwood Inn Information
- Lodge type; Guest House
- Location; Franschhoek
- Lodge size; 7 rooms
- Recommended stay; 2-5 nights
Introduction
A small romantic retreat situated in the historical heart of Franschhoek and offers seven rooms of different sizes in two adjacent properties: four in the main house and three in the villa. All three rooms in the villa offer the same features as the main lodge; however, the décor reflects a more contemporary modern style.
This Franschhoek Guesthouse is designed for your all-year-round enjoyment. We want you to feel at home.
Rooms and Suites
Seven rooms of different sizes in two adjacent properties: four in the main house and three in the villa. All three rooms in the villa offer the same features as the main lodge; however, the décor reflects a more contemporary modern style.
The two standard rooms have a queen size bed, en-suite with Hans Grohe Rain Dance shower, basin, bidet and toilet. Both rooms are on the first floor.
The five luxury rooms have an extra length king size bed or extra length twin beds and are en-suite with a large bathroom consisting of an oversized shower with side jets, double basin, bidet, toilet and underfloor heating. All luxury rooms have either a balcony or patio.
Cuisine and Wine
Start your day with a sumptuous alfresco breakfast with homemade preserves, bread and other delights on the sunny garden terrace or in our elegant lounge.
Light dinners will be served on Tuesday and Thursday.
End a memorable evening with tales, sipping delicious wines, coffee & liqueurs.
Hotel Facilities
Each of this Franschhoek Guesthouse 's seven rooms has a unique sense of style and design equipped with satellite TV, hairdryer, mini-safe, alarm clock, heater, air-conditioning and en-suite bathroom.
Nearby Activities
Plumwood Inn is a mere two-minute stroll from the village centre with its Cosmopolitan atmosphere. It is the perfect base from which to explore this unique and most breathtaking region, as well as many of the Capes celebrated wine estates, golf courses and beaches.
Only one hour from Cape Town and twenty minutes from both Paarl and Stellenbosch, Franschhoek makes the perfect base from which to explore and enjoy the area.
Family Friendly
Unfortunately, Plumwood is not suitable for guests younger than 18.
Rates from R1 250.00 per person
- Plumwood Inn Rates
- Per person per night sharing
- Rates are in South African Rands (ZAR)
- *Rates may vary according to season
- Accommodation
- Breakfast
- 15% VAT
- Transfers
- Drinks
- Meals (other than breakfast)
- Travel insurance
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