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Stony Brook Cottages

Stony Brook Vineyards | Green Valley Road, Franschhoek, South Africa
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Walsall
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66 reviews 66 reviews
12 hotel reviews
Reviews in 29 cities Reviews in 29 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

Me and the family (four adults and a baby) stayed in one of the cottages for four nights whilst on a tour of the Cape region recently. Simply furnished and quite basic accommodation, but in the most beautiful setting, with the vines all around you and the mountains as a backdrop. The track from the main road to the cottages... More

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Craig M, Winemaker at Stony Brook Cottages, responded to this review
9 May 2013

Thanks so much for the positive review! I'm also glad you mentioned the road up to the cottages. It's something we're very aware of and would like potential guests to be aware of as well. Unfortunately, when it rains, certain points in the road need to be built up to divert the water - preventing the entire road from being... More

Mtubatuba, South Africa
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18 hotel reviews
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93 helpful votes 93 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

Stony brook has amazing value for the price you pay , some more established self catering places are double the price. The cottages are simply furnished and have all the necessities you would expect. Great location and views , interesting rugged road to journey up in a small hired car !! As a base you really cant ask for better.

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Pretoria, South Africa
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 February 2013

We (2 couples) spent 3 nights in the spacious cottages of Stony Brook in January 2013 and we enjoyed it tremendously! The cottages are well equipped and spacious; the swimming pool is a must after a wine tour and the dam is also great to swim in (much warmer than the pool!). Not to mention a view from the cottages... More

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Norfolk
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54 helpful votes 54 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 February 2013

We have stayed often in Franschhoek, but never in anywhere so peaceful and beautiful. Nestling under the cliffs at the end of the valley, we loved it. With a lounge area and kitchen, at the price it is a steal, gives you more to spend on the eating places in town. As for the wine tasting, I found the wines... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 January 2013

We spent 3 nights in one of the spacious cottages of Stony Brook and just loved it! Why? - The (5) cottages are located in the middle of the vineyards with amazing views to the surrounding mountains offering all what it needs to enjoy the nature and atmosphere of a vineyard. - The wine tasting is done by the owners... More

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Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 November 2012

My fiance and I stayed in Nov 2012 and had a very nice time. Cottages were well appointed and very clean. Only a 10 minute drive from the village. We showed up late at night and it was very easy to find the key and our cottage. Great value for money!

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Roodepoort, South Africa
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12 hotel reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 November 2012

I stayed for10 days at Stony Brook Vineyard cottages and had a great experience – I specifically went there to work on my studies and needed a quiet and relaxing place to stay. This is exactly what I got at Stony Brook. I had great service – from my first enquiry up to my departure. Joy responded quickly to all... More

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Bonn, Germany
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 November 2012

We have stayed at Stony brook cottages in November 2012. The cottages are very well equipped and nicely furnished. The location is 5-10 min drive from Franschoek on a vineyard with very nice wines. The hosts are super friendly. We can definitely recommend this place.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 September 2012

Arriving at Stony Brook, we were received with a great welcome, and a complimentary tasting of the produce of the cellar. The accommodation was absolutely perfect for what we were looking for, a weekend getaway to Franschoek. Highly Recommended.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 September 2012

You MUST stay here during your time in Franschhoek. My husband and I have stayed at Stony Brook twice now in Cottage 5, both times with family from overseas. It is the perfect cottage that gives you a CLEAN, SPACIOUS and BEAUTIFUL place to relax. Joy is so thoughtful in her hospitality and well organised around bookings. We never leave... More

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Additional Information about Stony Brook Cottages

Address: Stony Brook Vineyards | Green Valley Road, Franschhoek, South Africa
Region: South Africa > Western Cape > Franschhoek
Amenities:
Free Parking Kitchenette Suites Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
Ranked #8 of 28 Speciality lodging in Franschhoek
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Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Three of the cottages are single bedroom units that sleep two and one (Cottage 5) is larger with two double bedrooms each with its own en suite bathroom. There are basic cooking and barbeque facilities available in each of the units and there is access to a communal swimming pool. The cottages provide a perfect opportunity to experience life on a working wine farm. ... more   less 

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