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Val d'Or Estate

4.0 star property

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Front of property
Terrace/patio
2 Bedroom Villa
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Interior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services

Explore the area

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R45 Main Road, Franschhoek, Western Cape, 7690
  • Place, La Motte Estate
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Leopard's Leap Winery
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Boschendal Estate
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    ‪64 min drive‬

Room options

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Terrace/patio

Barn House Gallery Suites

  • Garden view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Owners Cottage | Private kitchen

Owners Cottage

  • Garden view
  • 120 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Barn House De Luxe Cottage

Barn House De Luxe Cottage

  • Garden view
  • 110 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Owners Suite

Owners Suite

  • Garden view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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2 Bedroom Villa

2 Bedroom Villa

  • Garden view
  • 179 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Garden Family Suite

Garden Family Suite

  • Garden view
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Gallery Suite

  • Garden view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Champagne Suite | Balcony

Champagne Suite

  • Garden view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Val d'Or Estate

An outdoor pool, a bar/lounge, and a snack bar/deli are available at this guesthouse. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, concierge services, dry cleaning, and laundry facilities are onsite.
Val d'Or Estate offers 14 accommodations with DVD players and minibars. Televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

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

Recreational amenities at the guesthouse include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

During your stay at Val d'Or Estate, you're just a quick walk from Cape Floral Region Protected Areas. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self parking, plus an outdoor pool.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Enjoy drinks at the bar/lounge
  • English breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Services include babysitting, dry cleaning/laundry, and a concierge
  • Onsite recreation includes bike rentals
  • 8 minutes by foot from Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and a 2-minute drive from La Motte Estate
  • Airport shuttle service available for a fee
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 guesthouse.

For a fee, guests can enjoy English breakfast daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

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
  • Limited on-site self parking

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

More

  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 1942
  • Designated smoking areas

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

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: 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM.
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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 organization.

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

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

Reviews

Verified

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
- freundliches und hilfsbereites Personal gab uns Tipps für Restaurants zum Abendessen, - große und saubere Zimmer, - liebevoll gestalteter und großzügige Gartenanlage - aufgrund der Lage und da kein Abendessen angeboten wird, ist ein Auto notwendig, um nach Fraenschock zum Abendessen zu fahren - Pool hätte sauberer sein können, - Zustand der Poolauflagen war schlecht, - Kaffee zum Frühstück war nicht gut, - laute und tropfende Klimaanlage im Zimmer
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

stephen

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

Vale la pena

Fue una estadia maravillosa. El hotel esta situado en un lugar espectacular
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Verified

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
Verified

8/10 Good

JULIANA

Adoramos o lugar! O quarto é espaçoso e aconchegante!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Linus

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

Perfect for family!

Me and my wife and our two kids spend three nights there. We were more than satisfied! Good room, excellent breakfast and nice pool and lawn for the kids to play on! We hopefully will get back on day! / Linus with family
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018
Verified

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
Verified

8/10 Good

milena

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

Excelente

Minha estadia foi incrível, quarto excelente e serviço ótimo! Foi tudo incrível além do hotel ser lindo
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Amazing stay. It was perfect :)

Just perfect!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

OrlanB

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia

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

Taste of tranquil relaxation

Beautiful
Verified

8/10 Good

Timothy

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

B and b on road trip

poor greeting otherwise excellent.
Verified

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.
Verified

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.
Verified

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.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven

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

A Real Country Inn

A Real Country Inn and all that that conjures up.
Verified

8/10 Good

Niklas

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

Vackert hotell med bra service och fina rum!

Vackert beläget hotel i det grönskande Franschoek. Fint inredda rum och rent och fräscht! Perfekt för familjen eller större grupper då det finns tillgång till stor uteplats, väl inrett kök och grillmöjligheter. God frukost och jättebra service! Vi glömde vår kamera i en taxi kvällen innan och kvinnan i receptionen ringde både restaurangen vi varit på och taxibolaget och löste så kameran blev levererad tillbaka. Stor eloge! Rekommenderas varmt!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

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.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosemarie

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claes-g

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent property. Gave us, 3 coupples, a whole house with kitchen, lounge, dining room and and private patio
Verified

8/10 Good

Jette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Meget smuk beliggenhed. Fin have og god lille pool. Stort værelse med rigtig fin altan. Dog ikke optimal mulighed for skygge. Ligger temmelig langt fra byen. Kræver taxa eller bil for f.eks. restaurantbesøg.
Verified

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.
Verified

8/10 Good

spke

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.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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