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Residence Vive La Vie

4.0 star property

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Terrace/patio
Sundeck
Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
Superior King Suite

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
27 Uitkykstreet, Franschhoek, Western Cape, 7690
  • Franschhoek Wine Tram
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Franschhoek Town Hall
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Huguenot Monument
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

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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The price is NZ$474
for 1 room
includes taxes & fees
25 Mar - 26 Mar
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About the area

Franschhoek

Located in Franschhoek, Residence Vive La Vie is in the mountains, within a 15-minute walk of Franschhoek Wine Tram and Franschhoek Art House. .This bed & breakfast is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Dutch Reformed Church and 0.6 mi (1 km) from Franschhoek Town Hall.
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What's nearby

  • Franschhoek Wine Tram - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Franschhoek Town Hall - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Huguenot Monument - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Mont Rochelle Nature Reserve - 8 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Boschendal Estate - 9 min drive - 8.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Terbodore Coffee Roasters - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Hoek - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Coffee station - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪French Connection - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪La Petite Colombe - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Residence Vive La Vie

Mediterranean bed & breakfast with free breakfast and spa services
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. Tempur-Pedic beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch 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.

Recreational amenities at the bed & breakfast include a seasonal outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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.
Make yourself at home in one of the 4 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring espresso makers and flat-screen televisions. Your Tempur-Pedic bed comes with premium bedding. Rooms have private patios. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Pamper yourself with onsite massages, body treatments, and facials. This Mediterranean bed & breakfast also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and barbecue grills.
At Residence Vive La Vie, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
A complimentary full breakfast is served each morning between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Residence Vive La Vie has a restaurant on site.

Languages

Afrikaans, Dutch, English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and public transport

  • On-site parking available only on request
  • Secured self parking on site (ZAR 50.00 per day)
  • Limited on-site parking (max. 1 space per unit)
  • Free off-site parking within 328 ft
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour return 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 a common area

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Spa services

Conveniences

  • Front-desk safe

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry-cleaning service
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Garden
  • Pool sunloungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body treatments
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment room(s)
  • Facials
  • Manicures and pedicures
  • Massage - deep-tissue
  • Massage - hot stone
  • Massage - sports
  • Massage - Swedish
  • Reflexology

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have any lifts
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels

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: 6:00 PM
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); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
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

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 17 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 17 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 850.00 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)
  • Secured self parking fee: ZAR 50.00 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from September to May
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children 17 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

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. 128 out of 148 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 148 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 148 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 148 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 148 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
What a delight!
We had an amazing stay here. The place.is lovely and the staff were brilliant. It was so comfortable! We had spent the day on the wine tram, which was lovely. The room was exceptional - it was so comfortable and generously sized. The breakfast was delicious and service great. Would definitely return if we go back to the area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Franschhoek Stay
Friendly and welcoming, fantastic breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

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

Ramzi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A perfect , charming place . Anne Lise was an amazing hostess . We felt really well taken care of !

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