AUBERGE LA DAUPHINE
Guest House in Franschhoek

The beautiful Franschhoek valley in the heart of the Cape Winelands is the perfect spot for Auberge La Dauphine guesthouse. Breath-taking scenery, warm hospitality, world class cuisine and the finest wines. Spectacular vineyards cover the mountain slopes steeled 300 years ago by the Huguenots who brought with them their age-old French wine and food culture. This is a valley rich in history centered around a picturesque village of welcoming people. The main street of the village is lined with coffee shops and restaurants, among them some of the best in South Africa. The village shops offer a wealth of art, craft and antiques. There are also specialist shops such as a fromagerie, chocolate factory and carpet maker. Franschhoek wines are world famous and the vineyards range from small boutique wineries catering for those in search of something unique to the larger cellars which offer organised tours and conducted tastings. Many of the wine farms have their own restaurants or bistros where you can enjoy a light lunch or a sumptuous dinner while experiencing their own delicious wines. For the more energetic there are numerous walking trails in the surrounding mountains, cycling, horse riding and fly-fishing. The Huguenot Memorial and museum give an insight into Franschhoek’s history as well as providing a beautiful and peaceful environment to pause for a while and listen to the sounds of the birds and breeze in the lovely old oaks. Whatever you choose to do in Franschhoek is always accompanied by stunning views of the majestic mountains and the ever-changing play of light from dawn to spectacular sunset. Our spacious guest rooms (the Pinotage or Shiraz), and suites (the Merlot, Beaujolais or Chardonnay ) and our cottages ( Acorn, Toffee and Appels ), have bath and shower en-suite, air-conditioning/heating, DSTV, hairdryers, tea and coffee making facilities and wifi. The little patio areas with garden tables and chairs in front of our rooms, suites and cottages allow guests to take full advantage of the wonderful weather. Huge breakfasts are served in the sunny breakfast room or in the courtyard by the fountain. We can organise wine tours and tastings (on horse-back if you wish), guided hiking trails with experienced guide (Spanish and German spoken), fishing and mountain biking or guided bicycle tours (including winetasting and picnics). Franschhoek village has an extensive range of shops, galleries, and cafes. Numerous award-winning restaurants in and around Franschhoek give it the title of leading gourmet region of South Africa. At Auberge La Dauphine we will make your visit to this beautiful valley one you will want to repeat.