Franschhoek is a town in the Western Cape famous for its old vineyards and serene beauty. You can enjoy wine tasting or a delicious meal on site at the Basse Provence Country House. Franschhoek city centre is less than 3km from Basse Provence Country House so you can easily explore activities the town has to offer. There are many hiking trails, biking paths, beaches, rivers, museums and art galleries awaiting you.
You can enjoy a delicious meal at Paulina’s Restaurant which is Basse Provence Country House’s Bistro style restaurant. It has a shaded thatched area which overlooks the Rickety Bridge vineyards and the Franschhoek mountains. The restaurant is equipped with a cosy fireplace. You can sip on a glass of crisp estate wine and savour the bistro style lunches prepared by talented in-house chefs while taking in the magnificent surroundings.
Rickety Bridge Winery has delicious award winning wines for you to enjoy at their Wine Tasting Centre. You can indulge in a range of wine tasting experiences in the relaxing environment of Rickety Bridge Winery. You can choose between a standard or premium tasting, a cellar tour with wine tasting or a delectable panna cotta and wine pairing. Wine tasting is complementary for the guests staying at Basse Provence Country House.
Rickety Bridge Winery is famous for its exquisite wines but this winery has even more to offer its guests! If you’ve reached your wine tasting quota for the day, you can explore the scenic walk around Basse Provence Country House or cycle through the vineyards and witness the beautiful bird life. If you want to relax and unwind completely, there are an array of Spa treatments to choose from which are available in your room at Basse Provence Country House.
The Franschhoek Valley has a lot of exciting adventures for you to explore. You can go on mountain bike tours, visit the golf course, see art galleries, experience fine Cape dining and if you’re looking for a real country experience, you can go horse riding at Paradise Stables. There are also various festivals happening in town which are available on the Franschhoek Tourism website.