The Last Word Franschhoek
The Last Word Franschhoek is an exclusive historic residence in the heart of Franschhoek’s village, the gourmet capital of South Africa. Located just a short walk from many excellent award-winning restaurants and numerous character-filled boutique style shops and art galleries, the magnificent Franschhoek valley offers world-class wine estates, tastings and cellar tours nestled between towering mountains and beautiful vineyards. The picturesque traditional French village hosts some of the best cuisines from internationally recognised gourmet chefs. Of South Africa’s top ten restaurants, three are in Franschhoek and there is a choice of more than 30 different places to wine and dine. Beautifully restored in the Cape Huguenot tradition, Beautifully restored in the Cape Huguenot tradition, The Last Word Franschhoek has been designed with sumptuous home comforts creating an elegant, sophisticated interior with a handsome mixture of classic and contemporary furnishings.
The Last Word Franschhoek, Huguenot Road, Franschhoek, South Africa
Franschhoek is one of the most prestigious suburbs of Cape Town. It is a place surrounded by stunning mountain vistas, with little of the hustle or bustle of a city despite its close proximity to one. Franschhoek shares a lot in common with its sister town Constantia. Though they are on opposite ends of Cape Town, both are known for their high-quality cuisine and rural locale. The Last Word even has a hotel located in both regions.
The sweeping vineyards of Franschoek are enough to rival even the most picturesque Mediterranean vistas. Franschhoek is the ideal destination for guests who want to relax and unwind. It is an undemanding atmosphere, and many of the activities you can get up to in this location reflect that; wine tasting, horse riding, cycling. This is a place you want to escape to, but the escapism it offers is grounded and holistic.
There are multiple shopping centres to be found to amuse yourself. Franschhoek Square should generally provide everything you need. This is a very well maintained town square that looks lovely and provides plenty of good avenues to eat and drink and shop. A fine job of merging the scenic green environment with the several districts of the market is done, creating a less urban atmosphere. The selection of places to browse is vast, from charity and vintage shops to cosmetics, restaurants, technology and book shops.
The area provides multiple possibilities for treks through the forest, horseback rides and days out.
- Located directly by historic food town Constantia
- Surrounded by amazing countryside
- A family run business with great care put into ensuring guest wellness
- Provides open gardens and patios
- Spacious suites
- Exceptional views
- Unlimited wi-fi is provided
- Staff are all fully vaccinated
The Last Word’s general design ethos is ‘elegance’ and the Franschhoek house is no different. The location is beautiful, and the selection of foods and wine is tasteful and classic. The garden is beautiful and provides a calming oasis around a swimming pool decorated with lavish flower arrangements. The hotel staff have been noted by guests in online reviews as outstanding and friendly. Overall, the Last Word in Franschhoek provides a very tailored experience aimed at those looking to unwind and less so for a frenetic party-goer experience.
The rooms at this establishment are also incredible. Not only are they absolutely beautifully and elegantly designed, but the guest feedback has shown significant satisfaction. Beyond simply the rooms, the entire design ethos of the hotel is remarkable. Everything is so well-calibrated and considered, from the choice of pillows to the landscaping of the garden surrounding the beautifully clear swimming pool.
The hotel’s proximity to Franschhoek attracts the patronage of laid-back wine lovers and foodies. As such, the food on offer has generally been regarded as very delicious and worthy of its locale. Access to Franschhoek from Cape Town Airport is roughly 1 hour by car, allowing for a relatively easy journey to and back from the two locations. For those without access to a vehicle, you can take a Metro train to Stellenbosch, a university town near Cape Town, and then take a road transfer to Cape Town.
There are eight superior rooms on offer at The Last Word, four larger rooms on the upstairs level and four on the downstairs level with each of the rooms on the ground floor including their own private patio. Each room comes with its own living room where guests can relax and unwind together. Overall, you won’t be disappointed with your accommodation as the Last Word’s commitment to high quality is on full display here. The room setups allow for plenty of light to come through, and the spacious environments offer an array of amenities including select satellite TV, fresh flowers, large bathrooms, air conditioning, underfloor heating, towels and robes.
For those who really want to start living the highest end of a luxury holiday, there are two pool suites available. Both are 800 square feet and offer plenty of living space. Each pool suite offers a bedroom area and a separate lounge area as well as the same amenities as the superior suites, but with the added bonus of direct access to the fantastically maintained crystal-blue swimming pools. This is an ideal means to compliment an incredibly relaxing stay in the laid-back and easy-going area of Franschhoek. The bathrooms are also spacious, and the living space provides ample room for families.
One of the highest-rated restaurants in Franschhoek, Let’s Frite has an absolutely delectable menu of Belgian inspired foods. Mainly heavily fried and accentuated with sauces, fries and vegetables. Though its premise is simple, pub food done right, it certainly does do it right. The namesake of the restaurant comes from the ‘frites’ it supplements its dishes with. Let’s Frites fries are done the Belgian way, preserving the culinary tradition. Soaked in beef tallow and cooked at a lower heat using Belgian bintje potatoes and double fried.
Featuring a very striking interior design looking out into an absolutely stunning mountain vista, La Petite Colombe is a high cuisine experience that is sure to leave you breathless.
It is located in the heart of the beautiful Leea, the menu on offer reflects the beautiful surroundings by offering a selection of tasteful and delectable meals, recipes crafted with precision and affection often employing light and kindly ingredients with a tendency towards creaminess and softness. The service has been noted to be excellent, and the combination of that, the establishment’s sublime food and the sensational locale make this one of the most acclaimed restaurants in Africa.
The Last Word offers a free buffet breakfast served on the veranda overlooking the pool. There is a wide selection of delicious and fresh food served at breakfast. Fresh fruit, cheeses croissants, cold meats, juices, cereals, a choice of bread and many spreads among that selection. Additionally, alcohol is provided by a fully stocked cocktail bar. Desserts are also left in your room each evening as a complementary touch. Franschhoek is the culinary capital of South Africa and so naturally The Last Word imbues your stay at its hotel with a spirit of that culinary refinement.
Franschhoek is a suburb regarded almost exclusively for its wine. From 43.88 per adult, you can experience the best the Winelands have to offer. You will get a selection of some of South Africa’s most acclaimed wines, and the chance to spend the day out in the beautiful landscapes of South Africa – a truly unique experience.
A pickup is offered and can be from The Last Word. Bottled water and crisps are also provided. This is an excellent gateway into understanding the heart and the spirit of Franschhoek.
The Franschhoek, Paarl and Stellenbosch mountain ranges provide some exceptional hiking paths. All three of these mountain ranges have nature reserves and are known for being immensely striking monuments of natural beauty and nature.
The MCSA or Mountain Club of South Africa specialises in hiking around the mountain in the Cape Town area. By joining up with them, you will get the chance to set out and travel along the very best of each mountain. The Last Word also provides tours, with hotel managers Conrad and Franklin taking guests on guided walks around the trails to share their knowledge of the area.
There are multiple avenues one could go down if one is looking to horse-ride around Franschhoek. Cape Winelands Riding provides horse rides through some of the most striking looking countrysides you will ever see. You will ride with professional riders, who also know the ins and outs of the region, and the stables are full of exceptional horses to aid both beginner and experienced riders.
If you prefer cycling as your means of travel, there are two places to check out. First, head over to Franschhoek Cycles, a bike rental that’s completely filled with bike options. If you are also interested in learning about the historic wine region wine while you cycle, then you’ll be pleased to discover ‘BikesnWines’. These tours combine the wine and sun Franschhoek is known for with a healthy and exciting bike ride.