Le Quartier Francais Hotel, South Africa Wine Country Luxury Vacations and Tour Packages

Le Quartier Français is an exclusive boutique hotel situated in the heart of the Franschhoek Valley, Cape Winelands. Tucked away in secluded gardens it offers a delightful haven of peace and tranquility. A total gastronomic experience can be enjoyed here. Sticky buns for breakfast, bistro lunches on the terrace and award-winning cutting edge cuisine by Margot Janse and her team in the Tasting Room. The true secret of this Relais & Chateaux Auberge is the warm welcome from the extraordinary staff - the comfort of the rooms and the small unexpected luxuries.

Four Quarters Suites

The Four Quarters Suites features four sumptuous generously sized suites overlooking a central courtyard and lap pool. Each suite is decorated using the ultimate in luxury fittings, fabrics, finishes and artwork by local talent. The Four Quarters is ideal for families traveling together or group bookings and, for those seeking a little 'me-time'.

Auberge Suites

The owners original home has been converted into 2 very comfortable suites with private pools in walled gardens. Ideal for those that want ultimate privacy. They also offer loft rooms especially kitted out for children under the age of 12.

Auberge Rooms

15 luxury rooms built around a central pool and surrounded by scented white and blue gardens. Each spacious room is individually decorated and offers the comfort of home with extra little touches that make the difference.

The Tasting Room

The serious business of fine dining at Le Quartier has been set apart and defined by The Tasting Room.

ICI

A relaxed, café-style restaurant / street side bistro called iCi, meaning 'here' in French, takes care of breakfast, lunch, casual dinners and anything in between from a glass of wine to good coffees.

Bread & Wine

Our sister restaurant on Môreson Wine Farm. Here Chef Neil Jewell will surprise you with his artisinal farm cured charcuterie, breads and modern country fare - all this accompanied by the estate wines.

The Sreening Rom

Enjoy an intimate cinematic experience in soft-soft comfort of leather chairs or back row couches at The Screening Room. Sip a local wine, savour a snack and enjoy your complimentary movie, from old time classics to cinema nouveau movies.

* the treatment room
* touches and tastes

Treatment Room

A mosaic of treatments available from the Treatment Room at Le Quartier Français using DECLEOR - PARIS. Through 30 years of research into the science of Aromatherapy DECLEOR, the specialist in Aroma-Skincare has created a unique natural approach to caring for your skin.

Based on a "Duo-Concept" combining the effectiveness of Aromatherapy with the protection of Phytotherapy, DECLEOR range, including face, body, men and sun, can treat all skin types: normal, dry, mature, oily & combination, sensitive & reactive 100% pure 100% natural, 100% preservative-free, DECLEOR products provide a feeling of well-being through the stimulation of the senses. creating an incomparable mosaic of treatments, DECLEOR has taken into account all the needs of your body and mind.

Tuches and Tstes

Adjoining The Screening Room is the delightful boutique store, Touches and Tastes, best shop in town offering fantastic retail therapy - a have to visit.

During your stay, explore the villages quaint shops, galleries, the chocalaterie, chacuterie or enjoy wine tasting, fly-fishing, horse riding and golfing. Eating is not a problem in Franschhoek - the gourmet capital of South Africa - abundant with great cafes and restaurants and more than 40 wineries to visit! We advise that you pre- book your restaurants, golf times and tours before you arrive in Franschhoek to avoid disappointment. We are happy to do this for you.

In the village and surrounding area

* Môreson and Bread & Wine for the ultimate wine and food experience
* Golf courses within fifteen minutes drive - Pearl valley and Paarl Golf Course
* Tennis courts
* Hiking and biking excursions
* Horse-riding and winetasting on horseback
* Paragliding and helicopter trips
* Chocolate tasting
* Great restaurants and wineries to visit
* Transport within the Franschhoek valley

Drakenstein Lion Park

Drakenstein Lion Park is situated on 7.5 hectares of ground in Paarl Valley. Stroll through the park at leisure, and view these magnificent animals as well as ostriches and farm yard animals. Best time for viewing would be Monday, Wednesday and Fridays at 16h00 as this is feeding time for the lions.

Le Bonheur Crocodile Farm

Situated in outside Paarl on the R44 (Klapmuts). The farm offers an insightful glimpse into these pre-historic reptiles. Tours offer the chance to touch a baby crocodile, as well as educating persons about the farm and it's inhabitants. Normal feeding times are 12h00 and 15h00 on weekends, but varies during the week. Also offers a licensed caf? and well-stocked curio shop with durable leather.

Butterfly World

Situated outside Klapmuts, this is the largest free flying park for butterflies. Situated within a tropical garden, there are 11 species with approximately 60 - 70 butterflies flying around, with blue tongues, iguanas and monkeys in the background. Also offers a park where children can view spiders, snakes and scorpions, while a farmyard offers the chance to feed and interact with farm animals. There is a craft shop and the Schmetterling Coffee Garden for light refreshment.

Activities at Spier Estate

This picturesque estate is situated just outside Stellenbosch and offers the following activities for children:

* Pony and horse carriage rides daily
* Cheetah Park, where children have the opportunity to view and interact with mature cheetahs as well as cheetah cubs.
* Eagle Encounter where children can interact with birds of prey.

Toy museum

This unique museum situated in Stellenbosch offers the chance for young and old to experience the wonderful world of toys. Divided into 6 sections, the museum gives an overview of toys through the years showing changes and alterations that toys have gone through over time. Guided tours are available every day.

Aquarium

The Two Oceans Aquarium is situated at the V&A Waterfront. It has more than 3000 animals in 9 galleries. There is a Children's Activity Centre where they can enjoy watching the seals play, watching puppet shows or having their faces painted.

Ratanga Junction

A massive theme park just outside of Cape Town with plenty of rides will keep the entire family entertained for the whole day. With only a one-off entry fee to pay, the rides are for free and you can go as many times as you like.

Go Carting

Here the kids can go wild and drive around a track till their hearts content. Go carting is available at Canal Walk or at the Grand West Casino.

Monkeytown

Monkeytown is a sanctuary for 25 exotic monkey species just outside of Somerset-West. The sanctuary offers guided tours, feeding time talks, touch farm yard, play park and restaurant. There is also interaction with tame monkeys under guided supervision.

VH

These hotels are Virtuoso members and offer special amenities and upgrades that are ONLY available when you book with us. Our Virtuoso travel consultants will assure you incredible value and recognition on your luxury vacation.