The Garden House is a real gem in every respect. Charming, elegant chic, warm and welcoming we felt more like family members being very spoiled instead of being paying guests. Annette and Barry are wonderful hosts and the gorgeous (well behaved) dogs and cats simply add to the warm family feel of the place. Whether it's the superb breakfasts served... more

We had a wonderfull time as guests of Annette and Barry and their lovely pets. We stayed in the bedroom which was lovely complete with brass bed and ensuite bathroom! The pool was lovely for an early morning swim or just to laze by during the heat of the day. After an cool swim what could be nicer than a... more

it would not be a surprise if I saw this fabulous cottage in 'Homes and Garden' magazine - it is beautiful. We stayed in the cottage - which has a lovely large bedroom and superb bathroom. All the fixtures and fittings are excellent quality - nothing is too much trouble for Annette. She is an excellent tour guide for the... more

We booked into the Garden House on the recommendation of the Tripadvisor ratings and were not disappointed in the slightest. We stayed at the Garden House for a week and it made our holiday. If you can, stay in the Garden House which is off to the side (Barry and Annette also rent out a room inside their house). Our... more

Situated in a quiet location, within easy walking distance of the village restaurants, and enjoying some of the best views of Franschhoek Mountains. Stunning gardens surround the pool. Well appointed cozy, self contained accommodation, owned and run by a charming caring couple. A superb home cooked breakfast each morning. We would happily recommend, and have recommended, The Garden House to... more

Up until know I was pretty pleased with myself for having never given a place 5/5 before being able to always to pick holes somewhere or make a smart Alec point justifying my 4 or worse. The Garden House however was as pretty much close to flawless. The room was perfect, the attention to detail, the breakfast and the injection... more

My wife and I have recently returned from South Africa and stayed at 'The Garden House' in Franschoek. The Garden House was a wonderful experience in every possible way, from the accomodation at the cottage, to the house of owner's Annette and Barry (both the cottage and house are stunning), to the breakfast served with the most amazing views of... more

I great place to stay in fantastic franschoek.Annette and Barry are perfect hosts and made us welcome in there beautiful home .We had a lovely breakfast on the front terrace over looking a beautiful garden.The garden house is located 10min walk from village in a safe area. more

Annette and her partner were wonderful if not quirky hosts. I was taken off to feed the ducks, pat her rescued and very personable cats and dogs but yet they left us to relax by their beautiful pool when we wanted to chill out. This is a stunning colonial styled property, set in a beautiful country garden, tucked away from... more