Fact Sheet

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The 5-star graded Owner’s Cottage offers luxurious and private en-suite accommodation to a maximum of 10 guests within a charming complex of historically significant Cape Dutch buildings. The Cottage is reserved exclusively for use by one guest or one party and not on an individual multiple bookings basis.

Cottage facilities and appointments

• Boutique accommodation comprises five beautifully designed bedrooms including a de-luxe Honeymoon Suite, a spacious lounge, latest technology kitchen and conservatory.
• Kitchen includes microwave, kettle, toaster, coffee machine and large double refrigerator for guest use. Daily housekeeping service is provided.
• Bed linen comprises finest 400-thread count percale linen with feather and down pillows (hypo allergenic also available upon request), king-size beds in all rooms can be re-confiqured as two singles if required. Turn down is done every evening.
• Bathroom amenities provided are bathrobes, slippers, Rain shampoo, conditioner, body wash, body scrub and body lotion. Shaving, dental and sewing kits are available should the need arise.

Technology and entertainment

• The surround sound stereo system is individually controlled in each guest room.
• Plasma television with a selection of satellite channels and DVD player, in each guest room.
• Comprehensive CD and DVD library available to guests.
• Wireless internet access.
• Computer for guest use available in The Owner’s Cottage.

Cuisine and Wines

• A beautifully appointed logia and entertaining area adjacent to the pool is perfect for alfresco dining on those balmy African evenings. A state-of-the art barbecue and your own chef completes the picture.
• The conservatory at The Owner’s Cottage is ideal for private entertaining or a small business meeting.
• Full breakfast, with complimentary newspapers as well as a three-course dinner are included within the tariff, on a daily basis.
• Guests can dine in the Angels Garden or at The Restaurant – named Cape Town’s Best Restaurant by Radio Good Hope FM in their inaugural Annual Good Hope FM Best of Cape Town Awards, 2008. The Restaurant has also recently been named as one of the ‘Top 10 Restaurants in SA’. Executive Chef Darren Roberts creates cuisine that presents a deceptively simple fresh style using traditional French methods and finest quality local produce.
• Individual private dining venues can be arranged anywhere within the Estate on request.
• The award-winning premium range GP wines and a selection of spirits and soft drinks, are all included within the tariff.
• Complimentary wine tasting, cellar tours as well as a guided tour of The Gallery and The Sculpture Garden are all available to guests.

The Grounds and Activities

• The manicured gardens offer a quiet retreat and boast a private swimming pool as well as an elevated and secluded spa pool – overlooking the vines.
• Recreational pursuits can be organised in consultation with our staff or a carefully selected operator can work with guests to create their own personal programme.
• The charming Huguenot-founded village of Franschhoek is a five-minute drive away with small museum, speciality shops, postal and banking facilities etc.
• A designated helipad is available for guest arrivals/departures.

Children

• Children are most welcome at Grande Provence however parental supervision must be maintained at all times with responsibility for safety and well being resting with the parents. There are many water features within the design of the property and vigilance is required.
• Children up to 12 years of age welcome to share a room with their parents at no charge. Children over 12 years of age are charged at the normal room rate.
• A child minding service can be arranged on request – all applicable costs to be charged to the guest’s account.
• Children’s menus available.

Transfers

• Vehicle transfers to and from Cape Town International Airport are provided for guests.

Check in and out

• The preferred check-in time is 14h00 and check-out at 11h00.

Accepted credit cards

• Amex, Diners, Mastercard and Visa.