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Val d'Or Estate

4.0 star property
Guesthouse in Franschhoek with outdoor pool and bar/lounge

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Interior
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
2 Bedroom Villa
Terrace/patio
Owners Cottage | Private kitchen

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
R45 Main Road, Franschhoek, Western Cape, 7690
  • La Motte Estate
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Boschendal Estate
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Franschhoek Wine Tram
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Room options

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Barn House De Luxe Cottage

Barn House De Luxe Cottage

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
3 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
  • 110.00 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Single Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Gallery Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Garden Family Suite

Garden Family Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
Private bathroom
  • 45.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

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Champagne Suite | Balcony

Champagne Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

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Owners Cottage | Private kitchen

Owners Cottage

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
  • 120 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Single Beds

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2 Bedroom Villa

2 Bedroom Villa

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
  • 178.5 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

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Terrace/patio

Barn House Gallery Suites

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

Minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Single Beds

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Owners Suite

Owners Suite

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Kids pool
  • Parking included
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The price is NZ$197
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includes taxes & fees
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About the area

Franschhoek

At Val d'Or Estate you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of La Motte Estate and Cape Floral Region Protected Areas. Highlights at this boutique guest house include an outdoor swimming pool, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .A day of pampering can include massages and mani/pedis. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Each morning English breakfast is served between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 4-property class Franschhoek guest house, you'll be 2.7 km (1.7 mi) from Leopard's Leap Winery and 3.4 km (2.1 mi) from Boschendal Estate.
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What's nearby

  • La Motte Estate - 13 min walk
  • Boschendal Estate - 6 min drive
  • Franschhoek Wine Tram - 6 min drive
  • Franschhoek Town Hall - 7 min drive
  • Pearl Valley Golf Course - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Terbodore Coffee Roasters - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Rickety Bridge Winery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Coffee station - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Anthonij Rupert Wines - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪River Cafe - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Val d'Or Estate

Guesthouse in Franschhoek with outdoor pool and bar/lounge
There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the boutique Val d'Or Estate. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Franschhoek guest house.

  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • 3 buildings
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1942
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
Val d'Or Estate offers 14 accommodations with DVD players and minibars. Televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include complimentary newspapers and safes. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and in-room massages can be requested.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Xhosa, Zulu

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 125 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room babysitting
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Val d'Or Estate

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately ZAR 125 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

National rating

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

Property is also known as

Val d'Or Estate
Val d'Or Estate Franschhoek
Val d'Or Estate House
Val d'Or Estate House Franschhoek
Val d`Or Guest House Hotel Franschhoek
Val d'Or Estate Guesthouse Franschhoek
Val d'Or Estate Guesthouse
Val d'Or Estate Guesthouse
Val d'Or Estate Franschhoek
Val d'Or Estate Guesthouse Franschhoek

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Val d'Or Estate?

Yep, Val d'Or Estate has a free self car park.

Does Val d'Or Estate have a pool?

Val d'Or Estate has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

What makes Val d'Or Estate a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus massage services available in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Val d'Or Estate.

Is Val d'Or Estate family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as babysitting services and laundry facilities, as well as childcare services in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Val d'Or Estate is a hit with families.

Does Val d'Or Estate serve breakfast?

Sure does, English breakfast is offered daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Val d'Or Estate?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Val d'Or Estate?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Val d'Or Estate?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Val d'Or Estate Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 61 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gregory, Roodepoort

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ineke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful place. Great staff. Wonderful breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A hidden gem in the hills
Val D'Or is a hidden treasure in Franschoek. We went for the Bastille Day Festival, and our stay was perfect. The room was spacious and comfy, the grounds are impeccably landscaped, and the breakfast was delightful. Go!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Onyeka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Totally Amazing
Amazing Estate, lush greenery with very comfortable rooms and amazing service. We stayed in the 2 bedroom Villa and I must say the pictures online don't do this place justice. It is beautiful, comfortable and very relaxing. Plus very great for young kids as well. We totally enjoyed our stay and loved every bit of Franschhoek.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Room comfort
Adequate
Not up to the 4 * when compared to the other 4* I stayed at. Also I did not receive the room that was in the photos called Owner’s Suite. The room I received was not nearly as nice or large but they did not charge me less
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing stay. It was perfect :)
Just perfect!

10/10 Excellent

OrlanB, Saffron Walden UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A Tranquil Retreat
We stayed at Val d'Or a couple of years ago and it was an easy decision to return once we had made our minds up to visit the Winelands again. The essence of Val d'Or is its tranquility and seclusion amidst such beautiful mountain scenery but despite the seclusion it is easily accessible directly from Cape Town or from Franschhoek itself. The plethora of wonderful restaurants and wine estates are just a stones throw away. The apartments and rooms are spacious and well appointed and the breakfasts offer a wide range of options including fruit, cereals cheeses, cooked meats and of course the cooked breakfast. there is also a very decent bar which is attended during the day and early evening but which reverts to a convenient honesty bar after hours. The staff are friendly and helpful and I wouldn't hesitate to go back or to recommend to a friend

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Taste of tranquil relaxation
Beautiful

8/10 Good

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
B and b on road trip
poor greeting otherwise excellent.

10/10 Excellent

Aleta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Couldn't have been better! Fabulous place.
Our stay was fabulous and the pictures don't do this place justice! The owner, his daughter and staff couldn't be nicer. They made dinner reservations for us and recommended some fabulous places. The grounds are beautiful and the location is perfect. One of our air conditioners wasn't working smell they upgraded us to a huge beautiful cottage. They all go above and beyond for their guests and I would highly recommend this guest house estate.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Peaceful and conveniently close to amenities
It was lovely and peaceful.

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Secluded magic lodge
Very comfortable, clean, neat and convenient yet far enough away to be a little secluded, which is great. Very friendly management and staff. We will be back again, I'm sure.

10/10 Excellent

Steven, New York

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A Real Country Inn
A Real Country Inn and all that that conjures up.

10/10 Excellent

Nicolette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

Christopher, Johannesburg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A little bit of heaven
Good day, my wife and I had not been in the Cape together for over 24 years. We attended a family wedding in Tulbagh and decided to stay on for a few days. We had never been to Franschoek before and were highly impressed with the area. There are plenty of restaurants in the town with some lovely boutiques for those who like to shop. One thing that impressed us was the cleanliness - not a bit of litter to be found. Unfortunately we could only spend one night but we will be back in the future...hopefully we will be able to a little more exploring. Val d'Or Estate was lovely - they even upgraded our room when we arrived which was a nice surprise.

10/10 Excellent

Rosemarie, Adelaide South Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Val d'or a travellers haven
After a long drive from Oudsthoon it was a pleasant surprise to find we had been given an upgrade to the top floor room with balcony. The views of the surrounding mountains were stunning Franschhoek lies girdled within this wine growing framework and Val d'or lies in its centre The staff were extremely friendly and efficient and special thanks to the young man at reception called Mdla. He carried our two heavy bags upstairs and gave us advice on restaurants that we may like to visit over our three day stay The owner Suzette whom we had never met. we thanked for our upgrade next morning and we commended her on the beautiful setting and home We are retired Australians who have seen much of the world and Val d'or will stay as an outstanding memory

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful lodgings in Franshoek
Amazing place to stay just out of Franshoek, but set in a beautiful location with mountains all around and with beautiful gardens and a lovely swimming pool. Accomodation is very comfortable with all mod cons and staff are very helpful.

8/10 Good

spke, washington dc

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A solid choice
This was a good choice. The pics do not do the place justice as it is a beautiful property. The waitstaff was very good at breakfast. The rooms were nicely appointed but furniture was out dated and mix matched. Overall, would repeat.

10/10 Excellent

Andrew, Cardiff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A drive through the wine lands
A fantastic overnight stay as we drove though the wine lands - great room and lovely breakfast

8/10 Good

AK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

David, Leighton Buzzard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful Location
Lovely guest house in lovely location

6/10 Okay

Florence, Broederstroom

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Our stay at Val d'Or Estate
Friendly staff and the breakfast was the best!

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel, cape town

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
satisfied
Comfortable and value for money establishment

10/10 Excellent

Ermeine, Johannesburg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
restful escape
exceptional , very pleasant ,comfortable stay

10/10 Excellent

Charles, Benoni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A few days at Franschhoek
OUR STAY WAS REALLY FABULOUS!Lovely room,gorgeous surroundings & wonderful breakfast. Hope we will come again to this lovely guest house.Jennifer & Charles Metcalfe