“An authentic agritourism with all produce grown on the farm and served in the restaurant. Self-catered cottages are impeccably styled with soft hues, clean lines and luxurious bathrooms. Perks include a farm spa and many wine-focused activities. An indulgent rural escape.”
“An authentic agritourism with all produce grown on the farm and served in the restaurant. Self-catered cottages are impeccably styled with soft hues, clean lines and luxurious bathrooms. Perks include a farm spa and many wine-focused activities. An indulgent rural escape.”
Recommended For
- Eco break
- Authentic agritourism experience: all you eat here is ethically raised and the farm hosts many ‘farm-to-table’ workshops
- Families
- Great for families - the self-contained cottages with kitchenettes make them feel like a little home
- Hideaway
- Really more suitable for those self-sufficient travellers who are looking for real privacy and space
- Learning
- Guided tour offers rare personal insight into the history of the farm, regenerative farming practices and sustainable gardening
- Wine tasting
- Wine and food tastings in the recently refurbished Manor House and guided tours are taken through the vineyards and cellars
- Mountain biking
- Five marked trails consisting of well-maintained single track, mountainside jeep track and some farm road
- Sights nearby
- Boschendal boasts immaculate award winning gardens that are a haven of serenity and beauty
- Other Activities
- The Tree House offers kids (ages 4 – 14) a chance to enjoy an authentic farm experience
- Riding
- Horse rides on the Boschendal trails
- Trekking
- Romantic Break
- Country Escape
- Spa breaks
- Great walks
- Cycling
- Foodies
- Active Holiday
- Honeymoons
- Wildlife Area
- Birdwatching
- Charming
- Dressed in traditional South African farmhouse décor with a modern mien
- Restaurant
- Restaurant as well as self-catering facilities in the cottages
- Colonial
- Authentic 17th-century Dutch colonial architecture
- Chic
- Rustic-chic interiors
- Views
- Family Suites
- Quiet
- Eco
- Remote
- Intimate
- Organic food
- Outstanding location
- Sit-out Terrace
- Hills & mountains
- Spa
- Historic
- In/by a Nature Reserve
- Self catering
- Romantic
- Child friendly
- Farmhouse
- Disabled access
- Wellbeing
- Contemporary
Facilities
- Private villas
- Accommodation comprises of 23 private cottages with a range of 1-5 bedrooms
- Restaurant
- Restaurant as well as self-catering facilities in the cottages
- Hairdresser/Beauty Salon
- Beauty treatments available
- Child friendly
- Sit-out Terrace
- Shops
- Satellite / Cable TV
- Room service
- Massage
- Bar
- Views
- Suites
- Garden
- Bicycle hire
- Airport transfer
- Parking
- Concierge
- Sitting Room
- Spa
- Meeting Room
- Family Suites
- Wifi
- Disabled access
- Swimming Pool
- No pets
- Fireplace
- Safe
Activities
- Learning
- Guided tour offers rare personal insight into the history of the farm, regenerative farming practices and sustainable gardening
- Wine tasting
- Wine and food tastings in the recently refurbished Manor House and guided tours are taken through the vineyards and cellars
- Mountain biking
- Five marked trails consisting of well-maintained single track, mountainside jeep track and some farm road
- Sights nearby
- Boschendal boasts immaculate award winning gardens that are a haven of serenity and beauty
- Other Activities
- The Tree House offers kids (ages 4 – 14) a chance to enjoy an authentic farm experience
- Riding
- Horse rides on the Boschendal trails
- Wildlife Area
- Cycling
- Trekking
- Birdwatching
- Great walks
Map & Location
What's Nearby
Other Reviews
Boschendal The Werf Cottages Franschhoek, South Af
With passionate owners at the helm, this 17th-century farm offers the Cape’s most authentic agritourism experience: everything you eat and drink here is ethically raised, the farm hosts regular ‘farm-to-table’ workshops, and the luxury Werf Cottages are simply the perfect private boltholes.
Originally published by The Telegraph (view article)
