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Klein Waterval Riverside Lodge – reviews, photos

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R45 | Groot Drakenstein, Franschhoek 7680, South Africa
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Klein Waterval Riverside Lodge
Ranked #32 of 52 Franschhoek B&B and Inns
4.5 of 5 stars 20 Reviews
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Johannesburg, South Africa
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Charming, friendly and homely”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2012

Guests: couple, 27 years old, 1 night weekend stay in April 2012. Would recommend this to any couple/holiday makers looking for a relaxing, natural getaway in a beautiful location

Pros: most welcoming, hospitable staff we have ever dealt with - really do go out of their way to make you feel at home, sensational views from room porch over vineyards and mountains, charming old farm-style rooms, spacious and clean rooms and bathrooms (we stayed in a suite with lounge and bathroom downstairs and bedroom upstairs), large pool with loungers, lovely breakfast options, honesty bar, close to Franschoek

Cons: really very few! No AC but there are ceiling fans - may be quite warm in peak summer months, no fridge in rooms

  • Stayed April 2012, 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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Shaftesbury, United Kingdom
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Lovely setting”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 March 2012

Comfortable, traditional accomodation in a nicely restored Cape Dutch building with stunning views of the mountains and vinyards. Good breakfasts and other meals more than catered for in local area. Franschhoek has many excellent resturants which cater for every taste and there are numerous local vinyards (some world-renowned) which provide great lunches and wine tasting.

Staff extremely helpful and an honour bar available. Take a blanket out onto the grass and look at the stars!!

  • Stayed February 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Fort Lee, New Jersey
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Lovely and relaxed stay”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 February 2012

My family and I stayed here just recently, and really enjoyed this lovely B&B. We have been traveling though different parts of Capetown and staying at different B&Bs every night. I must say that Klein Waterval was the best accommodation we stayed at. Location wise, it's convenient to the wineyards, the Franschhoek Motor Museum, and the Franschhoek town, less than a 10min drive. The accommodation was very charming with their Cape Dutch architecture and lovely rustic and warm decor. Great pool access and balconies you can sit and enjoy the beautiful landscape of the vineyards, fruit trees and mountains. The rooms were very clean and very comfortable beds and a quiet outdoors resulted in a very good night's sleep. The staff was very friendly and knowledgeable with restaurant recommendations. Their breakfast was delicious as well. I would definitely come back!!

  • Stayed February 2012, travelled with family
    • 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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Manchester, United Kingdom
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Excellent value for money and a perfect location.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 February 2012

Lovely laid back atmosphere. Lovely people, very traditional accom with balconies with fab views over vineyards towards the mountains and a lovely pool. Just a short drive from Franschhoek and opposite Graham Beck Wines which is well worth a visit.
No complains, very good value for money. Highly recommended for the price and category.

  • Stayed February 2012, 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
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Maidenhead, Berks
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
“Very Good stay”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 January 2012

I stayed here in Dec with my partner and we both thoroughly enjoyed the experience. The staff are warm and friendly, breakfast is very good and very relaxed. The view from our room was quite simply spectacular and we were lucky enough to enjoy the pool all to ourselves one afternoon. The location is a wee bit out of town but perfect for peace and quiet and its just one straight road into Franschoek. Would definintely return and would gladly recommend.

  • Stayed December 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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R45 | Groot Drakenstein, Franschhoek 7680, South Africa
Price range (per night):* INR4,257 - 8,906

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