Unbridled luxury, La Residence is the jewel in the crown of The Royal Portfolio's fine collection. A purpose-built hotel, that sits in the Franschhoek Valley as though it's been there for generations. Each of its 11 rooms, plus five vineyard suites, are decorated in a unique style and vibrant colour. Owner Liz Biden has chosen every fixture and fitting and travels the world collecting exotic objets d'art. Opulence abounds in the form of chandeliers from India, four-posters from France, Tibetan dressers, and antique mirrors. The main house, with its vaulted wooden ceilings, monochrome tiles, and open-fires is strictly adults only. A sense of tranquillity pervades, with peacocks strutting across the manicured lawns. On the other side of the property, in the five villas, families (and little ones) are allowed and have their own pool and dining area. As you'd expect, dining is superb. Choose from the seemingly endless wine list and capacious cellar. A daily changing menu is available, try local favourite, Springbok, and a death by chocolate cake to finish. A picturesque twenty-minute walk into Franschhoek town, where there are some world-class restaurants and vineyards. The hotel provides complimentary shuttles into town.
Riding
Spa breaks
Cycling
Golf
Romantic Break
Wine tasting
Restrictions on children
Family Suites
Rooms with balcony/terrace
Wedding license
Eco
Designer
Secluded setting
Colonial
Sit-out Terrace
Good wine list
Wellbeing
Spa
Restaurant
Artworks
Chic
Gym
Antiques
5* Luxury
Disabled access
Gourmet
Luxury
Four poster beds
Romantic
Free wifi
Views
Conference facilities
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16 rooms in this hotelRestrictions on children
Children above the age of 12 are permitted.Swimming Pool
Outdoor pool.Airport transfer
Surcharge.Family Suites
Sauna/Steam
Outdoor dining
Rooms with balcony/terrace
Fireplace
Wedding license
Bar
No pets
Parking
Bath robes
Safe
Hairdresser/Beauty Salon
Meeting Room
Massage
Library
Bicycle hire
Sit-out Terrace
Good wine list
Spa
Restaurant
Garden
Gym
Sitting Room
24 Hour room service
Disabled access
Suites
Private villas
Concierge
Satellite / Cable TV
Four poster beds
Wifi
Free wifi
Views
Air conditioning
Business Centre
Conference facilities
Riding
Cycling
Golf
Wine tasting
You might check in to La Résidence, situated on a 30-acre estate, expecting old-world glamour. You'll find that in spades, to be sure, but jazzed up in a distinctly modern way: unexpected splashes of orange, chartreuse, or lemon, or perhaps a boldly patterned rug. Many rooms boast Asian paintings and antiques—a testament to owner Liz Biden’s unique design flair. The result is an opulent French chateau with an Oriental twist.
Originally published by Travel + Leisure
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