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11 Essenhout Ave, Grabouw 7160, South Africa
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Villa Exner
Ranked #1 of 1 Grabouw B&B and Inns
4.5 of 5 stars 29 Reviews
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London
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Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
“Best hotel we've ever stayed at”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 January 2011

It's very hard to adequately capture here quite how special the experience of staying at Villa Exner is.
The hotel itself is absolutely beautiful and spotless and its obvious that huge consideration (and cost) has gone into every decision from the furniture to the luxurious linens to the smallest fitting.
The gardens are breathtaking and the beautiful terrace at the back of the house unforgettable.
But what really makes this place special is the quite extraordinary couple who own and run it. They were so lovely, so helpful, so professional and yet so warm and friendly that we really did feel we were staying with friends who just happen to have a beautiful home. The food was inspired with presentation second to none and they were so helpful with suggesting places to go and things to do.
This experience is really something that you cannot get from a chain hotel. Not even the very best.
Outstanding!

  • Stayed December 2010, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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29 reviews 29 reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
“beautiful hotel with excellent restaurant”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 June 2010
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we only stayed one night at Villa Exner and wished we had stayed longer. The hotel itself is beautiful with superbly appointed bedrooms. We ate at the hotel and as we were the only guests were served dinner in the library rather than the restaurant. Needless to say, dinner was excellent. Our hosts were extremely helpful and welcoming.

  • Stayed June 2010, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Maidenhead,Berkshire,UK
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Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“Outstanding food and service”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 February 2010

The absolutely perfect place to stay. It is very peaceful and the standard of cooking exceptional. Our hosts could not have been helpful. The fact Gordon Ramsay and Richard Branson have stayed there indicates the high standards. it si only 30 minuted from Cape Town and represently excellent value for a very high standard of accomodation.

  • Stayed January 2010, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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London, UK
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“Really lovely and relaxing place”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 January 2010

Villa Exner is immaculate and well-furnished, set in a lovely garden, and with a great mountain backdrop. The service and food was excellent - evenings meals are by arrangement. It's quite a small place, so feels homely and uncrowded. The location was surprisingly convenient - very good for the coast, the wine region and the airport, and not bad for Cape Town itself and the Cape. The hosts are very attentive to your travel plans and wellbeing, and really you could not do better.

  • Stayed January 2010, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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“villa exner villa exceptional”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 January 2010

villa excellent villa exclusive villa exhilarating villa exquisite can all be used to describe this hotel from the peaceful tranquil gardens the luxury bedrooms to the exceptional food and wine you are in for a fantastic experience

  • Stayed December 2009, travelled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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11 Essenhout Ave, Grabouw 7160, South Africa
Price range (per night):* INR9,307 - 14,434

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