Reviews of Jonquil Guest Cottage
31 van Wijk Street , 7690 Franschhoek, South Africa
#13 of 106 Holiday rentals in Franschhoek
Guests' ChoiceReview score
Based on 89 apartment reviews
9.4Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
9.7
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Comfort
9.6
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Location
9.9
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Facilities
9.6
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Staff
9.6
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Value for money
9.5
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Free WiFi
9.5
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Reviewed: 15 April 2024
Oxfordw
United Kingdom103 reviews13 helpful votes10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Two-Bedroom Cottage
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Such a lovely cottage with everything you could possibly need. A very well equipped kitchen, comfortable bed, outdoor seating/ sun loungers and friendly owners on hand nextdoor. Great location very close to the town centre.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 22 March 2024
Marybeth
Netherlands16 reviews2 helpful votes10“A beautiful home away from home”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Two-Bedroom Cottage
- • Stayed 2 nights
It was lovely
It was like a little home tucked away on a quiet and beautiful street. They left water and milk in the fridge and were very thoughtful in anticipating our needs.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 21 February 2024
Desmarais
Mauritius5 reviews10“Love it”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Two-Bedroom Cottage
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
All perfect
Very nice and peaceful place with a nice garden. We did feel safe and 1 min walk are you are in the center. Jo was a very warming host. I would certainly go back asap
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: 19 February 2024
Natasha
United Kingdom8 reviews10“Great location, great cottage, great hosts”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Two-Bedroom Cottage
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing.
Great location, beautiful cottage with lots of space. Jo and her husband were great hosts, they went above and beyond to assist us when we had a luggage issue. Couldn’t thank them enough for a great stay! Would 100% recommend
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: 28 January 2024
Malcolm
United Kingdom33 reviews6 helpful votes10“Everything about this property is fantastic and the location is amazing”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Two-Bedroom Cottage
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
It is spacious,beautiful and exceptionally clean.
Stayed in January 2024
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Reviewed: 18 January 2024
Ray
United Kingdom12 reviews9.0“January 24 wine tasting tri6”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Two-Bedroom Cottage
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
A little gem excellently located a block behind the main road in the centre of town. Very well appointed and ideal for four people.
Stayed in January 2024
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Reviewed: 18 November 2023
Ricki
United States7 reviews1 helpful vote8.0“Comfortable cottage, lovely yard, friendly hosts and great location.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Two-Bedroom Cottage
- • Stayed 4 nights
We had changed the dates of our stay, which was confirmed by Booking.com as well as the hosts. However, when we arrived the hosts still had us listed for the prior dates and so the house was not ready for us. They did jump right in and remade the bed with clean linens, and new towels for the bathroom and kitchen. They felt very bad about what happened so brought us a bottle of wine and some food to hold us over until morning. The cleaning person came the next morning and we were set! They were both very kind and apologetic. The only complaint about the cottage was that it was cold inside, except for the bedroom which had a heater.
The location was perfect, just around the corner from the main town. The cottage was very nice, the sitting room was very comfortable, as was the bedroom. There was more room than we needed, so we stayed in the downstairs area. The yard was lovely, and very private, even though the hosts lived right next door. Franscchoek has some of the best food we've ever eaten, with very reasonable prices and great service. Do not miss Yama, Reubens, and the French Connection. We also visited the Huguenot Museum, which was quite interesting and wandered through the outdoor market - and, of course, purchased some of the hand-crafted items! There are many good wineries in the area - take the tram, but don't go on Sunday because many of them are closed and your choices will be limited.
Stayed in October 2023
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Reviewed: 15 November 2023
Friedrich
Germany16 reviews10“A prefect place to enjoy a wonderful little town.”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Two-Bedroom Cottage
- • Stayed 2 nights
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Its tranquility and garden.
Stayed in November 2023
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Reviewed: 15 November 2023
Lesley
Australia56 reviews2 helpful votes8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Two-Bedroom Cottage
- • Stayed 3 nights
Access to parking tricky but owner was working on making it easier.
Great location for access to town facilities and restaurants but quiet. Secure off street parking. Helpful owner.
Stayed in October 2023
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Reviewed: 11 November 2023
Niklas
United Arab Emirates8 reviews1 helpful vote10“We had a lovely stay for 3 nights. Very good location in a quiet area.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Two-Bedroom Cottage
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
No full body mirror.
Very spacious and well equipped.
Stayed in November 2023
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Reviewed: 23 October 2023
Alkesh
United Kingdom22 reviews6 helpful votes10“Great central location for Franschhoek wine experience”- • Leisure trip
- • People with friends
- • Two-Bedroom Cottage
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Centrally located, well equipped, lovely garden and fantastic knowledgable host. Would definitely recommend
Stayed in October 2023
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Reviewed: 7 October 2023
Judith
United Kingdom25 reviews8 helpful votes10“We had a great stay here and Jo was a welcoming and helpful host. Highly recommended.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Two-Bedroom Cottage
- • Stayed 2 nights
The cottage was very comfortable and beautifully furnished, as well as being in a great location with a pretty garden to sit in
Stayed in October 2023
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Reviewed: 14 August 2023
Bridget
South Africa1 review10“We had a great time during the Bastille Festival”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Two-Bedroom Cottage
- • Stayed 2 nights
We arrived during load-shedding, which made it slightly more challenging to navigate - but the hosts were great.
Stayed in July 2023
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Reviewed: 7 August 2023
Sara
United States21 reviews4 helpful votes10“Great stay in Franschhoek. The cottage is spacious yet cozy. Fantastic location.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Two-Bedroom Cottage
- • Stayed 4 nights
Nothing; everything was lovely
Location is fantastic, right behind the main strip of shops and restaurants. Neighborhood is extremely safe.
Stayed in August 2023
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Reviewed: 31 July 2023
Jonathan
Zambia15 reviews2 helpful votes10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Two-Bedroom Cottage
- • Stayed 2 nights
The TV was a little dated, saying that we didn't really use it so did not impede on our experience.
The property was beautifully laid, very comfortable and very well located.
Stayed in July 2023
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Reviewed: 23 May 2023
Eric
South Africa24 reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Two-Bedroom Cottage
- • Stayed 2 nights
Great Host and facility
Stayed in May 2023
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Reviewed: 9 May 2023
Angelique
South Africa17 reviews2 helpful votes9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Two-Bedroom Cottage
- • Stayed 2 nights
Lovely location, and thoughtful accommodating hosts.
Stayed in May 2023
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Reviewed: 30 April 2023
Paul
Australia23 reviews1 helpful vote10“Excellent”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Two-Bedroom Cottage
- • Stayed 2 nights
Nothing
This was amazing. Great location. One street back from main street. Access to numerous top quality restaurants. Cottage was fantastic. Could have stayed there forever!! Can't recommend highly enough..
Stayed in April 2023
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Reviewed: 23 April 2023
Jean
New Zealand1 review9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Two-Bedroom Cottage
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Stairs to the upstairs bedroom
Great
Stayed in April 2023
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Reviewed: 9 April 2023
Angela
United Arab Emirates116 reviews8 helpful votes10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Two-Bedroom Cottage
- • Stayed 2 nights
The garden setting is very beautiful and quiet, yet it's very close to the main street. It has everything you need, including some support for dealing with the load shedding (wifi remains active, and there are some battery powered lights when needed). It's a beautiful place to walk home to after a nice day out in the vineyards.
Stayed in March 2023
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Reviewed: 3 April 2023
Judith
New Zealand41 reviews4 helpful votes8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Two-Bedroom Cottage
- • Stayed 2 nights
a home away from home. Everything we needed in a central location.
Stayed in March 2023
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Reviewed: 2 April 2023
Aston
United Kingdom3 reviews1 helpful vote10“Excellent for couples and groups in the heart of the area”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Two-Bedroom Cottage
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing. It's excellent for a cottage stay
Great location, convenient parking. The cottage itself is very spacious even for two couples. The hosts are marvellous and gave us loads of information about the local area. Easy to walk out to everything and it all felt very safe. Beds are comfortable and excellent to be able to use the washing machine as well
Stayed in March 2023
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Reviewed: 6 March 2023
Jersey
Jersey20 reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • People with friends
- • Two-Bedroom Cottage
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing, it was perfect for us!
The location of the property was perfect with off street parking. Our host, Jo was extremely welcoming, along with her husband Gary which made our stay enjoyable. This is the best accommodation we have ever stayed in, in Franschhoek and we would 100% stay again as our 1st choice.
Stayed in March 2023
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Reviewed: 4 February 2023
Terry
United Kingdom43 reviews1 helpful vote10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Two-Bedroom Cottage
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
Perfect position. Lovely comfortable home from home
Stayed in January 2023
