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Enjoy a stay at the Lodge in one of five luxurious en-suite bedrooms, or reserve it as a private Villa for a family and friends retreat. Located on La Clé des Montagnes’ second vineyard in central Franschhoek, La Clé Lodge features stunning views, a tennis court, a putting green, and a helipad. With expert chefs providing both hearty home-style meals and gourmet dining. Immerse yourself in the Franschhoek lifestyle and warm hospitality.
La Clé Lodge Open all year and welcomes children aged 12 and older.
Grange Villa Open all year and welcomes children aged 12 and older on a per-room basis. All ages are welcome when booking the villa exclusively.
Manoir Villa Open all year round and welcomes children of all ages.
Galerie Villa Open all year round and welcomes children of all ages.
Travel Information For those traveling by air, the closest airport is Cape Town International Airport. If you prefer driving, La Clé is approximately a 60-minute drive from Cape Town International Airport and only 25 minutes from Stellenbosch.
Guests can indulge in the valley's beauty, explore art galleries, browse the market, taste local wines, and experience the serene ambiance, spaciousness, flavors, and elegance synonymous with Franschhoek living.
Situated amidst vineyards on the outskirts of Franschhoek, the Lodge and Villas offer easy access to the village center, just a short stroll away.
Discover four Villas and a Lodge nestled among vineyards and orchards, yet conveniently located just a five-minute walk from the heart of Franschhoek. Here, you can experience an authentic insider's view of village life in South Africa. Whether you're exploring the mountains, sampling the finest wines, cheeses, and restaurants in the valley, La Clé is all about celebrating life.
Situated in the heart of Franschhoek, this charming thatched farmhouse has been restored into an elegant country retreat. Featuring spacious living areas, five lovely en-suite bedrooms, and a kitchen at its core, the lodge offers an immersive experience.
With views of vineyards and mountains, the lodge embodies the essence of gracious country living. Managed by a dedicated culinary team providing warm and attentive service, guests can enjoy delicious meals, refreshing drinks, and engaging conversations. Whether joining a communal dinner at the long central table, savoring an outdoor barbecue on a balmy summer evening, or opting for an intimate table for two, there's a dining experience to suit every preference.
La Clé Lodge attracts travelers who value art, design, culinary experiences, and the comfort of a home-like environment over a traditional hotel setting. Just a 10-minute walk away, situated on a separate village farm, are the four La Clé Villas.
Located on a farm at the outskirts of the village, the four villas (Grange, Manoir, Galerie, and Domain) are perfect for hosting small group gatherings such as weddings and birthday celebrations. Just a 10-minute walk away, on a separate village farm, you'll find La Clé Lodge.
This restored historic village barn boasts a spacious open living area with a central double-sided fireplace, three elegant en-suite bedrooms, and an airy loft area, ideal for accommodating up to four children when the villa is booked exclusively.
Featuring ample dining and lounging spaces both indoors and outdoors, a well-equipped open-plan kitchen, a sun-drenched swimming pool, and picturesque mountain vistas, Grange Villa is well-suited for both individual room bookings and exclusive villa rentals.
This historic farmhouse, nestled in the charming village of Franschhoek, stands out as one of the area's most exquisite structures. Lose yourself in its numerous rooms or enjoy the wraparound verandah that offers views from three sides.
With only two bedrooms, Manoir Villa is an ideal retreat for families or couples. The master suite, the epitome of luxury at La Clé, features a dressing room and a beautiful en-suite bathroom, while the second bedroom, albeit smaller, is perfect for children and includes a separate lounge area that can accommodate a third bed.
The villa also boasts a study, dining room, lounge, conservatory area, and a delightful kitchen that opens onto outdoor spaces featuring a spacious swimming pool and expansive lawns.
Evoking the ambiance of an eclectic artist's abode, this chic two-bedroom villa features an open-plan living space that seamlessly connects to La Clé's finest verandah. From this vantage point, you can savor the serenity of your private garden while dining and lounging amidst sweeping vistas of vineyards and mountains.
Boasting two equally inviting rooms, Galerie Villa offers the ideal retreat for two couples seeking a memorable escape.
Next to the two-bedroom Galerie Villa, you'll find the renovated Domain Villa. Once a chicken coop, it has been transformed into a stylish four-bedroom retreat beloved by extended families and groups of friends.
Domain Villa's bright and airy interiors blend African hues with vibrant style. While the four rooms vary in size, they all share generously proportioned living spaces. In addition to the spacious indoor lounge, there's a breakfast verandah overlooking the rising sun, a deeper lunch verandah with an outdoor dining and seating area, and a sundowner verandah boasting uninterrupted views of the pool, mountains, and vineyards as the sun sets.
Exclusive access to two working farms—vines and orchards—within the heart of Franschhoek. Farm on one side and village on the other. Just a five-minute walk to the main street.
La Clé Lodge Rates are per room.
La Clé Villas - Exclusive Use Continental and hot breakfast, housekeeping, laundry, daily turndown, dedicated villa host, snack basket, and house drinks replenished daily. Private garden and swimming pool, Wi-Fi, and concierge services. Use of facilities: libraries, pools, tennis court, bicycles (subject to availability), and vineyards to explore.
* Stay two nights and save 20%. Includes a complimentary in-house dinner on one of the nights. Applicable to room or villa stays. Valid: 11 May–30 September 2024 & 2025 *
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December 9, 2024
Great support from Shann
Shann made the booking experience seamless - provided very helpful information to ensure we fully understood what the experience would be like and made sure we felt safe with experiences we have booked.
December 4, 2024
Prompt & knowledgeable
Prompt & knowledgeable
November 29, 2024
Fast responses and informative answers.
Fast responses and informative answers.
Dec 13, 2024
Leigh-Ann Croeser from Safari.com was fantastic
Leigh-Ann from Safari.com was great to work with to plan our group safari trip. She was able to get me on the priority waitlist for a lodge that I liked, which ended up working out for our group during my preferred dates. Leigh-Ann was responsive and provided various tour recommendations for us to decide on the best option for us. There were a few email and name typos from Leigh-Ann that I had to correct, but other than that, I had a great experience.
Dec 12, 2024
Dolan was terrific
Dolan was terrific. He got back to us immediately to answer all of our questions. And was so nice to hold a room for a couple of days because of my moms passing. It gave us time to finalize her arrangements and time to book our trip. I would highly recommend using him to book your trip!!
Dec 12, 2024
Great support and communication
I had great support from Lana, she has been helping to book the dream trip to Bostwana in a very efficient way. Great communication, very responsive and precise, could not wish for more. Highly recommend her.
Dec 12, 2024
Anja Is A Fabulous Travel Consultant
Anja Mayer was extremely knowledgeable, patient, prompt with her responses to questions, and always very helpful. She was also a pleasure to work with. I would highly recommend to anyone that asks that Anja is the right person to contact if they are interested in travelling to South Africa or Botswana.
Dec 12, 2024
Anja did a fabulous job!
Anja was knowledgeble, patient prompt with her responses to questions and always very helpful. In addition, it was a pleasure working with her. I would recommend her to anyone without any reservation.
Dec 10, 2024
Mel du Toit was the perfect person to…
Mel du Toit was the perfect person to arrange and organize our trip!! She was on the ball, made sure everything was in place and travel arrangements secured! I highly recommend her!!
Dec 9, 2024
Great support from Shann
Shann made the booking experience seamless - provided very helpful information to ensure we fully understood what the experience would be like and made sure we felt safe with experiences we have booked.
Dec 9, 2024
Quick & efficient
Very fast response, polite - impressive
Dec 7, 2024
Went through Newmarket travel and Hays…
Went through Newmarket travel and Hays travel ..information about flight changes hard to get..but on arrival the holiday was taken over Safari.com..amazing ..experience everything was fine tuned and the staff ..guides drivers fabulous and friendly ..lots of knowledge..lots of fun and the surprises they did was so lovely ...loved every minute ..Paris our guide was amazing..10/10 and Eric driver ..the waiters and waitress every and everyone in the hotels .smiling and friendly..Best holiday of my life
