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Residence Vive La Vie

4.0 star property
4-star Mediterranean B&B with free WiFi

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Terrace/patio
Sundeck
Superior King Suite
Restaurant
Standard Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View | Bathroom
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
    PoolPool
  • Spa
    SpaSpa
  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Parking included
    Parking includedParking included
  • Laundry
    LaundryLaundry
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning

Check-in time

2:00 PM

Check-out time

10:30 AM

Explore the area

Map
27 Uitkykstreet, Franschhoek, Western Cape, 7690
  • Popular LocationFranschhoek Town Hall12 min walk
  • Popular LocationFranschhoek Wine Tram13 min walk
  • Popular LocationHuguenot Monument4 min drive
  • AirportCape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)58 min drive

Room options

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

  • 52 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

Standard Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

  • 40.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior King Suite

Superior King Suite

  • 52 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Superior King Suite

Superior King Suite

  • 52 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the area

Franschhoek

Franschhoek retreat .Within a 15-minute walk of the B&B, you'll find Franschhoek Art House and Dutch Reformed Church. Also, Franschhoek Town Hall is within half a mile (1 km) and Sénéchal-Senekal Art Gallery is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Franschhoek Town Hall - 12 min walk
  • Franschhoek Wine Tram - 13 min walk
  • Huguenot Monument - 4 min drive
  • Mont Rochelle Nature Reserve - 8 min drive
  • Boschendal Estate - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Terbodore Coffee Roasters - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Franschhoek Station Pub and Craft Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Station House - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪River Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Cape Chamonix Wine And Springwater - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Residence Vive La Vie

4-star Mediterranean B&B with free WiFi
There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. A seasonal outdoor pool, spa services, and a terrace are also featured at Residence Vive La Vie. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • 1 floor
  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 2016
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Dining venue
Residence Vive La Vie offers 4 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature espresso makers and safes. Rooms open to patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. In-room massages and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are couples treatment room(s) available. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, Ayurvedic, and reflexology.

Languages

Afrikaans, Dutch, English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Airport shuttle on request

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • 1 restaurant
  • Coffee/tea in common area(s)

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Outdoor space

  • Patio

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • In-room massage
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Local maps
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Residence Vive La Vie

Children and extra beds

  • Children 17 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 17 are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 850.00 per vehicle (one-way)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a security system
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a security system in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in September and close in May.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the bed & breakfast before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children 17 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Residence Vive Vie Franschhoek
Residence Vive Vie
Residence Vive Vie B&B Franschhoek
Residence Vive Vie B&B
Vive La Vie Franschhoek
Residence Vive La Vie Franschhoek
Residence Vive La Vie Bed & breakfast
Residence Vive La Vie Bed & breakfast Franschhoek

Residence Vive La Vie Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 116 out of 135 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 135 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 135 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 135 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 135 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay for couples. Friendly staff. Good location to restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ane

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and tranquil. Absolutely gorgeous
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel, Arlngton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room. Warm and helpful staff. Convenient to central Franschhoek. Loved the breakfast and lounging around the pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great property with wonderful amenities and an excellent staff. Close walk to restaurants and shops. We will highly recommend to family and friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly and helpful staff ! Excellent breakfast. Rooms comfortable
Claming surroundings
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great solo getawat
This was the perfect place to stay for a solo getaway. The room was comfortable and the service was outstanding. The convenient location is a bonus. I would definitely recommend a visit
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beryl

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

6/10 Okay

kieran

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not bad but not great either
Excellent service by host. Parking available for a car or 2. Room clean and comfortable however was very cold. This ruined my stay. Needed extra heater. Used aircon to get some warmth. Shower was good. Main disappointment was not refunded for part of stay as had to leave 2 days early.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sigvor Kristine

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Theunis, Oakland Park

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second time here and loved it even more. Staff are excellent and will definitely go back!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great find in Franschoek , the staff were the best, friendly and helpful and the rooms are stunning.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well maintained property with only a few rims so not crowded at all
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tony, Nigeria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The spaciousness of the rooms is excellent staff are friendly and very accommodating
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful and welcoming.
Wonderful stay here, well looked after and a friendly welcome. Loved breakfast!! Very classy residence.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A little gem
We stayed here for 3 nights 17-19 March. It was amazing. Our host kept us smiling with his great sense of humour and charm. In spite of the worrying times he always made sure we were comfortable and brought us champagne while we relaxed pool side. The accommodation itself was spacious beautifully decorated and cleaned meticulously. At breakfast we were served fruit and the option of cooked food too which was very tasty. Very friendly staff in a relaxed atmosphere. Thank you for making it such a lovely part of our holiday. In terms of location it's walking distance to the main road with plenty art galleries and eateries to explore.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

6/10 Okay

Roxane

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disappointing.
There are nicer places to stay in Franschhoek. We were given no notification of loadshedding times, we arrived home from the wine tram to complete darkness and one candle in the room. We requested more and were given ONE more candle to light the entire room and bathroom. There was no water in the fridge when we arrived. A soap dish, without soap. Handsoap and shower gels were bolted into the wall. Two ply toilet paper on the roll, but single sheet for the roll - it just felt like they were cutting corners wherever possible. Breakfast on the 2nd day was half the quantity of the first day "because of loadshedding" but that's no excuse.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

2/10 Terrible

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Don't stay here if you don't want to get robbed
We enjoyed our stay, until someone stole $200 and the rand equivalent of about $25 from our hotel safe. The safe has a key--I guess we should have known better. Our cab ride back to Cape Town told us that he knew of other visitors who had the same thing happen to them. Word to the wise--don't trust a safe in a Franschooek hotel. The property acted like they were going to do the right thing and refund us (even sending a "screenshot" of the refund) but we haven't gotten a dime back. So much for a romantic honeymoon
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

ANTHONY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
There didn’t seem to be any physical security apart from a single door lock and there were no staff on site all night. Most of the property looked tired and the pool wasn’t clean. There were broken tiles around the pool. Our room was next to a water pump that kept going off. Location was good.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was my second time at this wonderful hotel. Could not ask for better quality and location.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019