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Reviews of The Farmstead

R45 Farm 11 of 1646, 7691 Franschhoek, South Africa

#66 of 132 vacation rentals in Franschhoek

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Review Score

Based on 163 hotel reviews

8.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.0

  • Comfort

    8.6

  • Location

    9.0

  • Facilities

    8.8

  • Staff

    8.8

  • Value for money

    8.5

  • Free Wifi

    7.0

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  • Reviewed: June 2, 2025

    8.0
    Absolutely loved it will be back to take advantage of pool in warmer weather
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Water in one chalet not hot also electricity was off on the Sunday morning - no warning/ communication... maybe add solar? so that does not become an issue? Perfect stay except for that ...

    Beautiful setting - both inside and out Beautiful chalets - beautifully decorated Special touch with the farm eggs and bread and butter - so special

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: May 28, 2025

    8.0
    Stunning views and cottage luxury.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Villa
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The blinds on the bathroom windows are see through at night (not black out blinds). The double beds - the base stuck out beyond the mattress which resulted in a number of legs getting bumped and scratched.

    Location was stunning. Layout was good for socialising and outside fires with a lovely view. Nice little touches like fresh bread and eggs. Pillows and bed very comfy, staff helpful and friendly.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 25, 2025

    10
    Exceptional stay and hidden gem
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing not to like

    Everything! Hidden gem !

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: May 4, 2025

    8.0
    Tranquil & beautiful place to spend time with family & friends
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There were a huge amount of flies in the kitchen - a swatted doesn’t help with this volume of flies - not sure if it’s is related to the farm

    Beautiful surroundings and the villa was tastefully decorated

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: April 26, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Villa
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    This was the perfect family getaway, and a great location to explore the Cape winelands

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: April 21, 2025

    9.0
    We had a lovely time in the beautiful surroundings.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It was a little “un” private, as the units are adjoined, but we were warned upfront which we are grateful for.

    It was modern & well equipped, with thoughtful touches (like bread & eggs & lemons). The facilities & surroundings are lovely

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 6, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Beautiful farm style accommodation. Lovely for relaxing and switching off, especially coming from the city (Dubai). It was exactly what we needed. We do wish we would have been given a bit more of a heads up about there not being restaurants very close by and needing to bring our own food - it would have been ideal and we wished we did as the facilities are perfect for it! We assumed we’d be able to get in and out of the farm very easily or that there would be a communal dining area / restaurant. With the small river crossing and relying on uber for transport, it required some planning around food / meals. It wasn’t an issue overall. We spent the day in Stellenbosch where we had our meals and also enjoyed the Boschendal Friday night market. We loved our stay!

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 6, 2025

    10
    Loved it! Such a beautiful villa in a beautiful setting!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Loved everything just think it could use a couch in the lounge. The chairs are not very comfortable unfortunately. Love the place though, it’s our second time.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 5, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    One of our favorite places to stay with friends or as a couple! It's a great location, stunning setting, caters to all your needs while still being rustic and providing the outdoor experience!

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: March 31, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The chalet had a very bad smell, think it was due to it being closed up, but lasted the whole night. it was like a toilet smell. I wont post this online, as it’s a lovely place and I am sure something was wrong. so just inform them pls

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 15, 2025

    9.0
    Amazing!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Complicated instructions and getting there was a bit of a challenge the first day. Would not recommend arriving after sundown.

    Lovely property with amazing views!

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 13, 2025

    10
    The most perfect, relaxing way to spend time in South Africa
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights

    These are not negatives as such, just things to note. The directions could be better - the gate to the farm is marked with a sign for The Farmstead and Google/ Apple Maps will take you there. However, when you do follow the road in, there is small river to cross - the path underneath is slightly raised and it's not deep, so we easily made it over in a small car, but it's something to be aware of. It was quite an adventure!

    The most beautful place and setting - the surrounding scenery is absolutely stunning, as is the accommodation itself. Beautiful touches such as a loaf of bread and eggs waiting for you on arrival, and I absolutely loved the outdoor shower and bath. So relaxing and peaceful, I just wish I could have stayed longer!

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 7, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Villa
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Fans were too loud.

    Good location, nice styling

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 3, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Villa
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    N/a

    We loved the interior design, the rustic nature and the size

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: March 2, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great experience, the outside bathroom was a great addition!

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 20, 2025

    10
    Lovely stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The directions was not great and we passed the property as we did not see the board. river crossing was not that great and wouldn’t recommended that you cross at night

    Love the decor and food box that was supplied

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: February 5, 2025

    10
    Superfantastic
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Villa
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Just the most beautiful and tranquil setting. The rooms were amazing especially the outdoor showers.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 2, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Villa
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    For such a family friendly place it would have been great to have a high chair available

    Beautiful location and very comfortable accommodation

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 17, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Villa
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Although there is a shared pool, there wasn’t much contact between the people staying at the Farmstead. We missed some kind of farm store, where you can buy bread and stuff, since the location is not close to a town.

    It was a great property, everything we needed was there!

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 12, 2025

    9.0
    Friendly, clean high standard farm stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It was clean, very spacious, light flooded warm and super friendly and caring staff! Comfortable bedding, clean and the extra outdoor bathroom to have the possibility to shower under the sky, just special!

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 3, 2025

    9.0
    A beautiful, relaxing stay in stunning surroundings.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Sound insulation could be better.

    Wonderful views, beautiful surroundings and friendly staff.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 2, 2025

    8.0
    Lovely spacious clean accommodation, great location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Villa
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Pool could have been cleaned a bit more, was quite cloudy and dirty certain days.

    Spacious, beautiful good location, cleaned everyday.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: December 28, 2024

    10
    Beautiful farmstyle stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Villa
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The hotwater is great but inconsistent.

    Set on a farm a little out of town this was an incredible place to recharge over Christmas. Staff were incredibly attentive. Great swimming pool to cool off in and easy access to town (+- 15kms away). The layout, decor and general feel is very farm like with nothing out of place. Loungers, fireplaces, hammock, candals and latterns. Beautilful gardens/fields to go for a walk. Increible coffee and linen stood out for us.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: December 16, 2024

    10
    Hidden tranquil gem 💎
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Not easy to find, we arrived in the evening and signage to get there and even within the farm not easy.

    Everything, especially how quiet and peaceful it was. The fresh bread, butter and eggs were a wonderful and unexpected surprise!

    Stayed in December 2024

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