The Franschhoek Valley

La Cotte Orchard Cottages

Q: How much does it cost to stay at La Cotte Orchard Cottages?

Stays at La Cotte Orchard Cottages start from around US$150 per person per night as part of a tailor-made trip. The exact price depends on your travel dates, room type and the shape of the rest of your itinerary. A Timbuktu travel specialist can give you an accurate quote for your dates.

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La Cotte Orchard Cottages

About La Cotte Orchard Cottages

A group of stylish, peaceful cottages set against the mountains of the Franschhoek valley.

One of the oldest farms in the Franschhoek Valley (the mandate was granted to its original owner in 1694, if you can believe it!), La Cotte Estate is a sprawling vineyard tucked up against the mountains at the back of Franschhoek village. Up here, it feels like a different world where birds cheap and chirp, the sun shines a little brighter and the only noise to disturb your day is that of the tractor trundling up and down the neighbouring field. The perfect place, then, for the delightful Orchard Cottages, a group of pretty, Cape Dutch-style lodgings that have been lovingly restored and immaculately kitted out.

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The property

The Orchard Cottages are all about privacy so there isn’t really a communal shared space. Each individual cottage does, however, have an indoor living and dining area with log fires for the winter evenings and large, airy windows to let in the summer breeze. Outdoor living is important in this part of the world so you can expect large and shady outdoor verandas, all with braai facilities – something else that’s important here!

The rooms

The Orchard Cottages are simply beautiful and the utmost care and attention has been taken with every detail. Inside, you’ll find squashy sofas adorned with Indian throws, cosy fireplaces and plenty of white-washed wall space. The two- and three-bedroom cottages all have small country kitchens (complete with lovely cooking equipment, of course) whereas the one-bedrooms only have a tea station and a fridge. Spectacular views of the mountains and mini plunge pools complete the incredibly relaxing picture.

Activities

The Cape Winelands are really all about the wine and it wouldn’t be a proper visit without sampling a good few grapes. Stroll into the village and visit some of the smaller, more central wineries on foot or hire a car and driver and head out to the large vineyards on the outskirts of town. If you’re feeling really daring, you can also wine taste by bicycle or horse – ask us for details! Otherwise, take it easy and stroll around the shops and galleries in town, drink coffee with the locals and laze by the pool, planning which restaurant you’re going to eat at next.

Why we love it

The peace and tranquillity of the farm. The whole Winelands area is wonderfully relaxed, but there’s just something about La Cotte that will make you never want to leave…

Insiders Tip

If you’re cooking at home, take a wander around the gardens and help yourself to the fragrant herbs and seasonal veggies for your feast.

Something to think about

The estate is certainly within walking distance of the village (perhaps not at night), but if you walk down the hill, be warned that you’ll have to come back up it too!

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How to book La Cotte Orchard Cottages

How do I book La Cotte Orchard Cottages?

La Cotte Orchard Cottages can be booked with Timbuktu as part of a tailor-made South Africa trip, rather than as a standalone room reservation. Start online, customising one of our recommended South Africa trips featuring La Cotte Orchard Cottages or get advice and suggestions from one of our South Africa specialists who will design the trip around your dates, check availability and handle every booking for you.

How much does it cost to stay at La Cotte Orchard Cottages?

Stays at La Cotte Orchard Cottages start from around $150 per person per night as part of a tailor-made trip. The exact price depends on your travel dates, room type and the shape of the rest of your itinerary. A Timbuktu travel specialist can give you an accurate quote for your dates.

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