In a country renowned for its spectacular landscapes and sweeping vistas, the Franschhoek Valley, an hour’s drive from cosmopolitan Cape Town, enjoys a reputation for unparalleled natural beauty. This is wine country, a warm, temperate region where the sun drenches the fertile earth and grapes ripen slowly on the vine. A region where the French Huguenots settled three hundred years ago, bringing with them an appreciation of fine wine and gourmet cuisine.
THE ESTATE
Within this “French Corner” of the Winelands, lies the 100 hectare Fransche Hoek Estate. From its vantage point just below the Franschhoek Mountain Pass, this unique estate embraces views and a lifestyle that rivals the finest in the Cape, if not the country. Majestic mountains and sculptured vineyards surround the delightful village of Franschhoek nestled in the valley below, complete with whitewashed
walls and charming gabled facades, characteristic of the Cape Dutch style.
THE OFFER
Besides the obvious rustic beauty, a major benefit is that owners will be able to live on a magnificent working farm, protected by integrated state-of-the-art security, without the costs and difficulties of managing an actual farming operation. It is a unique opportunity to create a glorious home in an idyllic rural setting that has already become an international destination.
A further 44 smaller country cottage erven of between 450m2 and 1,200m2 to be known as ‘The Fynbos Village’, is also being released. These exclusive view-sites are configured in a village layout, such that each unit is always bordered on at least one side by natural fynbos and vineyards, thereby embracing the natural heritage and beauty of the estate. These sites represent one of the few opportunities to invest in a secure ‘lock up and go’ country lifestyle, with magnificent views in Franschhoek.
SECOND PHASE
The second phase, consisting of 58 Country Cottage erven of between 450m2 and 1,200m2, known as ‘The Fynbos Village’, has now been released. These exclusive view-sites are configured in a village layout, such that each unit is always bordered on at least one side by natural fynbos and vineyards, thereby embracing the natural heritage and beauty of the estate.The last phase, 19 stately residential farm werfs of around 4,000m2 each, is currently on offer. These desirable manor plots, completely surrounded by vineyards and olive groves are a rare opportunity to acquire property on this scale, embracing some of the finest views in Franschhoek.
In addition to the residential components of the Estate, a small, exclusive boutique hotel and wellness spa centre will be incorporated alongside the R45 main road, aimed predominantly at the international market.
Besides the obvious rustic beauty, a major benefit is that owners will be able to live on a magnificent working farm, protected by integrated state-of-the-art security, without the costs and difficulties of managing an actual farming operation. It is a unique opportunity to create a glorious home in an idyllic rural setting that has already become an international destination. |
