Reviews of The Village Cottage
19 Van Wijk Street, 7690 Franschhoek, South Africa
#4 of 109 Holiday rentals in Franschhoek
Guests' ChoiceReview score
Based on 33 apartment reviews
9.8Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
10.0
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Comfort
9.8
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Location
10.0
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Facilities
10.0
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Staff
9.9
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Value for money
9.6
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Free WiFi
10.0
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Reviewed: 5 May 2024
Amy
United Kingdom35 reviews4 helpful votes10“Absolute luxury”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Two-Bedroom Apartment
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
I’m so sad we only stayed 2 nights and didn’t get to try out the amazing bathtub
We loved everything about The Village Cottage, couldn’t have asked for a more beautiful luxury space. Right in the center of town. So many fabulous restaurants right on the doorstep. Claire was so helpful and the check in instructions were the most informative I’ve ever received
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 11 March 2024
Zozo
United States18 reviews1 helpful vote10“Very upmarket, no expense saves on furnishings. An absolute spoil. Thank you for making our trip memorable.”- • Leisure trip
- • People with friends
- • Two-Bedroom Apartment
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Claire was so attentive. Very welcoming and ensured we had a fabulous time. Truly an awesome experience. Will and have recommended to all my friends.
Absolutely amazing… very upmarket.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 3 March 2024
Max
United Kingdom1 review10“Would definitely recommend”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Two-Bedroom Apartment
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Beautifully decorated, So clean and comfortable.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 1 March 2024
Kimberley
United Kingdom11 reviews10“GREAT STAY AND WE WILL BE BACK!!!”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Two-Bedroom Apartment
- • Stayed 3 nights
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Location, close to the Main Street. The host was easy to communicate with and very welcoming. The apartment had everything you could need and want1
Stayed in January 2024
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Reviewed: 22 February 2024
Carol
South Africa4 reviews10“Brillant”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Two-Bedroom Apartment
- • Stayed 4 nights
Everything was perfect and within walking reach. We can’t recommend the Village Cottage highly enough and Clare was a great host.
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: 21 February 2024
Ann
United Kingdom5 reviews10“Claire is a fabulous host and this property is simply perfect for a short trip to Franschhoek. Would highly recommend”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Two-Bedroom Apartment
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Can’t find a single thing we’d change
Really comfortable, very clean with great facilities in a fantastic location….we liked everything about this property
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: 25 January 2024
Philip
United Kingdom6 reviews9.0“Beautiful space in the best location”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Two-Bedroom Apartment
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
What you gain in location/ convenience with this cottage, you lose slightly in terms of enjoying a mountain view or having absolute silence at night with a more remote cottage. We would definitely return though, as this trade off is worth it.
Great location and facilities. Aircon was a blessing during a very hot weekend and washer also useful during a long trip. Claire (host) was proactive, helpful, friendly and interested in our feedback.
Stayed in January 2024
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Reviewed: 4 December 2023
Ramautar
South Africa1 review10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Two-Bedroom Apartment
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Fantastic stay! Clean, modern, beautiful
Stayed in December 2023
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Reviewed: 27 September 2023
Devon
South Africa10 reviews10“Lovely stay!”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Two-Bedroom Apartment
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
Fantastic location! The cottage is so comfortable and Claire has made sure you have absolutely everything you may need. We were stuck due to flooding in Franschoek and were so grateful to be in such a comfortable setting!
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: 20 September 2023
Christopher
South Africa22 reviews10“Great and would recommend to anybody wishing to stay in the central part of Franschhoek.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Two-Bedroom Apartment
- • Stayed 2 nights
Everything was perfect
Claire the host was super-efficient and couldn't be more helpful. Sent us all the information about how to operate everything in the house/ apartment such as the hob, lights, TV etc and what was going on in town. The Village Cottage was beautifully appointed and had everything one could possibly need and wonderfully clean.
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: 17 August 2023
Sacha
South Africa1 review9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Two-Bedroom Apartment
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Great location, in walking distance of most things. Property itself was amazing with all the necessities provided for.
Stayed in August 2023
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Reviewed: 24 July 2023
Amelia
South Africa6 reviews10“Perfect cosy central stay.”- • Leisure trip
- • People with friends
- • Two-Bedroom Apartment
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Everything was just great. I cant say that there was anything that I didnt like.
Attention to detail. We were informed via video on wapp beforehand where they kept the fire extinguisher, wood, etc. Cosy living space with fire place. Warm water bottles on our beds.
Stayed in July 2023
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Reviewed: 18 July 2023
Estelle
South Africa5 reviews10“Superb, will definitely return!”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Two-Bedroom Apartment
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing we disliked.
The location was perfect, walking distance to town. The decor is beautiful. Oustanding quality linen, the towels are big and soft!
Stayed in July 2023
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Reviewed: 25 June 2023
Michiel
United Kingdom12 reviews10“Excellent place for a weekend away”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Two-Bedroom Apartment
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Spacious and clean. Owner went the extra mile to make us feel welcome and comfortable
Stayed in June 2023
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Reviewed: 30 May 2023
Greg
United Kingdom1 review10“A fantastic location, amazing hosts, and great trip”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Two-Bedroom Apartment
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Can’t think of anything!
Spacious apartment in the heart of Franschhoek, making it really easy to grab coffee, catch the wine tram, and go to dinner. Claire, one of the hosts, was fantastic at sharing tips and advice on both the property and the local surroundings. Great value for money too. An amazing long weekend!
Stayed in May 2023
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Reviewed: 28 April 2023
Ronald
Mauritius3 reviews10“Will come back again...”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Two-Bedroom Apartment
- • Stayed 2 nights
Amazing location in the village. The house is well decorated with all the necessary amenities. Great is you are travelling with kids. We had a warm welcome from Claire and she gave us some serious tips....
Stayed in April 2023
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Reviewed: 18 April 2023
Christine
United States14 reviews1 helpful vote10“cannot say enough good things. the host was amazing!”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Two-Bedroom Apartment
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
nothing!
absolutely everything! amazing location, property and host
Stayed in April 2023
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Reviewed: 17 March 2023
Belinda
South Africa4 reviews10“2 nights was not long enough, wish we could have stayed longer”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Two-Bedroom Apartment
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
nothing
wonderful convenient central location. Tastefully and comfortably furnished, there was so much attention to detail to ensure the guests comfort and convenience, Claire the owner could not have been more welcoming friendly and helpful
Stayed in March 2023
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Reviewed: 12 March 2023
Les
South Africa6 reviews10“STUNNING ACCOMMODATION in Franschoek”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Two-Bedroom Apartment
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
NOTHING - we were thoroughly spoilt in luxury ..The accommodation has everything one could wish and MORE !
Claire is an incredible host - she is friendly and has such a bubbly personality. Her accommodation is absolutely stunning and spotlessly clean. Crispy percale linen and huge fluffy towels. Within walking distance of all the shops and eateries in Franschoek. Very comfy stay - thank you Claire.
Stayed in March 2023
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Reviewed: 27 February 2023
Nicola
South Africa48 reviews15 helpful votes10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • People with friends
- • Two-Bedroom Apartment
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing! 😄
Decor was lovely and the house was spotless. Both bedrooms had their own en-suite. Very centrally located. Claire was a pleasure, thoughtful and very responsive to messages.
Stayed in February 2023
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Reviewed: 12 February 2023
Jayne
United Kingdom19 reviews10“We had an amazing stay in Claire’s beautiful property. It was an excellent stay.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Two-Bedroom Apartment
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
nothing
The property was ideally located, beautifully decorated and the host was so personable.
Stayed in January 2023
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Reviewed: 3 February 2023
Phillip
United Kingdom33 reviews2 helpful votes10“Claire the proprietor was fantastic, the property has been been furnished to a very high standard along with all the app”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Two-Bedroom Apartment
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
nothing
location, location, location 2 minutes walk from the main street - what a fantastic find - we travel to Franschheok frequently and this accommodation fits the bill perfectly.
Stayed in February 2023
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Reviewed: 24 January 2023
Robert
South Africa2 reviews10“Beautiful cottage, well maintained, super host, just fantastic”- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Two-Bedroom Apartment
- • Stayed 3 nights
Nothing to add to this request.
We met at the set time, easy key handover and explanation of the cottage. Beautiful location, restaurants and shops in short walking distance. a quiet street just behind the main road, No problems with Eskom's load shedding, inverter made sure we had power to the essential appliences.
Stayed in January 2023
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Reviewed: 6 January 2023
Kariem
South Africa1 review9.0“My wife and I were welcoming of the location of the property and ease to all amenities. Opulence!”- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Two-Bedroom Apartment
- • Stayed 2 nights
The unit was self-catering, with all the necessary amenities in place, and a well set out kitchen. full En-suite spacious bathrooms
Stayed in December 2022
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