La Rive

La Rive An encounter with understated opulence and sensory delight that will leave you wishing you never had

When the owners first bought La Rive in 1993, it was barely recognisable from what it has become today. They spent the better part of 2 years renovating and developing their dream winelands home before completion by Easter 1995. Today, La Rive has been transformed into an incredibly warm and homely villa that resembles a marriage of colonial English and traditional Afrikaans / Dutch heritage. The

sounds of water from various features around the grounds will transport you to a tranquil hideaway just off Franschhoek’s Main Road. Considering it’s only a block off this road, you’ll be amazed that you can’t see any forms of human habitation from all parts of the garden, swimming pool and outside verandahs. A marvelously eclectic mix of Victorian, Cape Dutch and Georgian architecture and furniture, as well as numerous pieces from famous South African artists such as Neil Rodger, Gregoire Boonzaier, Edward Wolfe and Dylan Lewis on display, illustrates Brett’s passion for art collecting. He adds, “It’s how I imagined the house would have evolved if the family who built it had lived here forever.”

Step outside onto the spacious, airy patios and marvel at the sights before you. An inviting swimming pool will provide you with refreshing respite from Franschhoek’s hot summer days and if you were to venture further, you would stumble upon an enchanted, lush garden that could very well be the one from Frances Hodgson Burnett’s “The Secret Garden”. With numerous paths leading to various alcoves, benches and lawns, you’ll be able to disappear for some quiet time, meditation, or even a romantic moment. Each room has a personality and character of its own, and no two of the antique bedside tables are alike. A live-in chef and butler will provide you with 5-star continental breakfast and world class service, complete with all the luxuries and amenities one would expect from a villa like this. The property is also available to be rented out for small scale weddings and photo shoots, the backdrops and gardens providing the perfect setting for either.

28/09/2023

The after math of the terrible storm. No words!

28/09/2023

It is with a very heavy heart we share the sad news that our magnificent La Rive Villa was destroyed by the storms. We are closed for season and will be back next year even better than before.

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SOUTH AFRICAN RESIDENTS DISCOUNT: * 30% discount valid till the end of November* 7-night minimum. * Perfect for that ver...
09/09/2020

SOUTH AFRICAN RESIDENTS DISCOUNT:

* 30% discount valid till the end of November
* 7-night minimum.
* Perfect for that very special family getaway
* 6 bedrooms, sleeps up to 13
* Breakfast, beverages, butler and chef included

Please email [email protected] for more info.

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14/04/2020

Receiving such positive feedback from the GM of Ellerman House, Paul Bruce-Brand, is an absolute honour!
Thanks for your kind words and for trusting in La Rive.
We look forward to welcoming you back soon.

Dear Alexis

Thank you for the most incredible stay at La Rive! Honestly, it’s one of the top hospitality experiences of my life.

The place has such an incredible feel and charm, the staff are brilliant and one truly feels like never leaving.

Our plan was to go out for dinner but we felt it was crazy to go out and leave such a wonderful setting. We just asked for a snack as we had had a big lunch, and Wayne then cooked us the best omelet I’ve ever eaten.

Wayne Mclachlan is a phenomenal host and human being. His humour is infectious and he makes one feel truly at home. Ellings (our butler) is also fantastic and kind and cannot be faulted.

The gardens are immaculate and the pool was spotless and I had an amazing swim. The rooms are spacious, homely, well-appointed and inviting.

Alexis this was such an amazing treat!

Thank you thank you for the most unbelievable break-away.

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29 Dirkie Uys Street
Franschhoek
7690

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+27829057946

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