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Elephant Lodge
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2013
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2013

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Beautifully located at the foot of the hills with amazing views and about a mile out of town. We could have walked into town but instead chose to use our own car or arranged transfers with the Lodge. Idyllic setting and the friendliness / level of service was excellent. We will return!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 March 2013

We were here for three days and Cecilia couldn't have done more to make our stay the relaxing break we needed. The location is blissfully quiet with dtunnjngviews across the valley (you'll need a car). Judging by comments throughout the Visitors' Book, the biggest problem guests have is that they don't book for long enough. Huge comfortable bed, a great... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 November 2012

Perched on a little hill in the franschhoek valley, elephant lodge was an amazing place to spend our few days in the winelands. The location was spectacular with views straight across to Simonsberg and 180deg around the valley. There are only 5 rooms but each one had stunning views. Ours was spacious and beautifully decorated with underfloor heating in the... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 March 2012

We stayed here in February and had a fantastic few days in this beautiful lodge. The location is stunning set in the middle of a vinyard with beautiful views of the mountains, the valley and the vines. Wonderful staff - we were looked after really well. Rooms are great and spacious and we would highly recommend this place if you... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 November 2009

I can't believe this place isn't more popular. It is on the pricey side but it is certainly worth it. The service is amazing - we arrived with two days left in the holiday and wanted to eat at two of the most popular restaurants in the area - Cecilia made it happen. She greeted us like long lost friends,... More

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London
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 September 2009

Cecelia welcomed us with warmth upon arriving at Elephant Lodge. This b&b was stunning, from the huge open lounge set out like a hunting lodge to the dappled lit bedroom which had doors leading out to the swimming pool. Upon entering our room, we discovered glistening grapes on our bedside tables and scented goodies in the enormous bathroom. The swimming... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 March 2009

We were lucky to be the first guests in this fabulous B&B. If Elephant Lodge doe not have the best sunset views of anywhere in Franschoek I will eat my hat. The beautiful swimming pool is the foreground as it drops into the vineyards and the mountains beyond. The bedroom we stayed in was large with a wonderful large bathroom.... More

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Address: Franschhoek, South Africa
Region: South Africa > Western Cape > Franschhoek
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Ranked #10 of 28 Speciality lodging in Franschhoek
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Perched on a mountain slope and blessed with unsurpassed views of the Franschhoek valley and mountain ranges, this spectacular Cape Dutch style residence is situated on 5.7 hectares of some of the finest vinyards in Franschhoek. Comprising five double bedrooms, all en-suite, as well as outside swimming pool and terrace with stunning views all round, this luxury residence is perfectly located for experiencing the very best the Western Cape has to offer. ... more   less 
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