This post is part of a series called Pet Friendly Accommodation Large globes hang from 3 to 4 meter long industrial chains from the ceiling. The white rafters and panelled ceiling is clean, accenting the arch of the celestial window. When I open my eyes in the morning I’m met…
Loft Mini Breaks at Rickety Bridge’s Basse Provence
“Ahhhh! Is this not so joyful? Delicious cheese, sweet figs, cold meats, fresh fruits and *clink* a glass of Rickety Bridge Chardonnay; pure bliss!” The dripping ice bucket is no match for the anticipation I have when entering the pool in the 35 degree day. The hot wind, passing over…
Balmy Summer Days at the Rickety Bridge Manor House
Finally, the intense heat of the day is starting to subside. Gone are the days when the sun would peek between midday and 2pm and turn the heat of the day slowly down. Now, afternoons stay sweltering until 5pm; only then does the tension of the atmosphere start to ease…
All Encompassing Minibreaks at Boschendal
This post is part of a series called Recommended I’m ruining these slippers. I’ve underestimated how they’ll cope in the morning dew, but I’m not taking them off. I left mine at home and found these in the Werf Garden Suite cupboard; turns out they’re the best pair of disposable…
Celebrating Spring at the Franschhoek Boutique Hotel
I’m tired and I’m not feeling well. Simultaneously, it’s also spring! And the dark green colour of our room in the Franschhoek Boutique Hotel is keeping my spirits teetering on hopeful. We have friends arriving in the morning to join us for the Franschhoek Wine Tram and I’d love nothing…
Luxury Mini Breaks at the Sandstone House Cottage
This post is part of a series called Recommended I can feel a stone stuck in the bottom of my shoe and I’m concerned about it scraping the tiles. As soon as I can lean on the wall, I pull it out. The weather in Franschhoek‘s been icy and boots…
An Interactive Stay at The Lab Lifestyle in Franschhoek
The Lab Lifestyle in Franschhoek caught my eye after I had a similar experience with hotel room technology while staying at the Premiere Inn in Bricklane. The room featured electronic shortcuts on the headboard such as turning on/off lights, tv, etc. which were fun to try out. I was intrigued…
Ivy Apartments: Self-Catering Perfection in the Heart of Franschhoek
This post is part of a series called Pet Friendly Accommodation I can’t help but squeal when I see the large baboon sitting on the rooftop come Sunday morning. Much of Saturday afternoon was spend sitting on the upstairs balcony sipping sipping wine and heartily lauging about the week’s events….
Purple Edges at Lavender Farm Guest House
The vibrant field of lavender is so beautiful in the morning light. Lavender Farm Guest House is located on the outskirts of famous culinary and wine town, Franschhoek. Just 90 minutes outside Cape Town, South Africa, this is the perfect location for couples, groups of friends or extended families to enjoy…