Rickety Bridge Manor House

–Excellent location - show map
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Scored 9.4
Rated superb

Staff

9.8

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Featuring a swimming pool and a gourmet restaurant, Rickety Bridge Manor House is located amongst the vineyards surrounding the historic town of Franschhoek. It offers elegant rooms with free Wi-Fi. Each unit at Rickety Bridge has an en-suite bathroom, some of them include both a bath and a shower. All the rooms have a minibar and offer views of the surroundings and the mountains. A complimentary breakfast is served every morning at Rickety Bridge. The restaurant allows guests to enjoy picnic lunches on a deck, right amongst the vineyards. Common barbecue facilities are also available. Guests can enjoy the elegant lounge areas, or take part in one of the wine tasting sessions. Several massages are also available on-site. Franschhoek’s town centre is just 1.5 km away. Cape Town International Airport is 67 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Property highlights

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Buffet

  • Free private parking available on-site

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2 large double beds
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1
1 double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
1 large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Arne
Netherlands Netherlands
“It was an absolute treat. Beautiful manor house with great views. The breakfast was exceptional. Love that there is only 3 rooms, so it it was not crowded.”
Nora
Finland Finland
“We loved the house and our spacious room! Awsome breakfast. Complimentary wine tasting. Perfect location: beautiful and peaceful .”
Louise
South Africa South Africa
“Breakfast was a bit of a disaster. Found a hair in my omelette, husband ask for coffee that never arrived.”
Laura
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“A beautiful scenic setting. Very private and secure. They provided a lovely breakfast, made to order. The view from the room was spectacular. They provided a welcome drink and then a complementary wine tasting. We wouldn't hesitate to book again....”
Willem
Belgium Belgium
“A dream come true. A near perfect stay in an old Dutch colonial building, under the thatched roof. We were staying in the main Manor House, with large rooms, and old-world charm. Since there are only 3 rooms, you have the house basically for...”
Christopher
Australia Australia
“Friendly staff, great location and historic house. We arrived a little early and they set us up at the pool whilst they readied the room.”
Rebecca
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Outstanding customer care from Rodger and Leoni, we were greeted with such warmth and kindness. Rodger was quick to suggest places to eat, which wine farms were doing specific wines. The day and night porters were also really helpful. It is secure...”
Julia
South Africa South Africa
“Everything was nice, with excellent hospitality, a smile, a friendly staff, we enjoyed”
Jeanette
South Africa South Africa
“Beautiful historic building which has been renovated beautifully for a warm relaxing stay.”
Slabber
South Africa South Africa
“Breakfast was excellent as well as the service from staff members.”

Managed by Rickety Bridge Manor House

Company review score: 9.7Based on 794 reviews from 2 properties
2 managed properties

Company information

Enjoy Wine tastings at the Rickety Bridge Wine Tasting Centre or organize a private or group Cellar Tours which can only be made by appointment. Book a divine lunch at Paulina's Restaurant on site and enjoy beautifully prepared meals from our amazing kitchen staff. If you're up for fun in the Sun the why not play some Boules in the vines or take a scenic walk through the vines at sunset with your loved ones. We have a variety of bird life in the area and you are certain to spot a few unusual bird species around Rickety Bridge. If you would love to get back in touch with nature then organize a picnic in our beautiful garden.

Property information

Nestled against the slopes of the Franschhoek Mountains overlooking the majestic Wemmershoek Mountain range, the 50 hectare wine estate has 15 hectares of vines, accommodation at Basse Provence Guest House and the Rickety Bridge Manor House, and a beautiful tasting room where guests can sample the superb Rickety Bridge Winery wines.Our restaurant, Paulina's, occupies a stunning location amongst the vineyards - perfect for pensively sipping on our wine while enjoying a meal off the bistro-style menu. We also specialise in weddings - there are superb spots scattered around the wine estate perfect for a wedding ceremony or reception.Rickety Bridge Wine Estate is a popular destination in the Cape Winelands with a long wine-making history. Although reminiscent of the past, and nostalgic and timeless, this estate is also ‘all things new, ‘all things delectable and ‘all things sublime. Lie still in the stylishly-renovated 19th century rooms of our beautiful Franschhoek guest house. With every luxury of a four-star hotel, the three en-suite rooms also offer the comforting pleasures of home.

Neighbourhood information

We love going for a drive in the quaint town of Franschhoek for some shopping at boutique stores. The community is always friendly and ready to give you advice to find authentic Franschhoek experiences. If you're adventurous then grab your mountain bikes and hit the slopes of the Franschhoek Valley. If you are not too sure about what you would like to do for the day; speak to our reception desk and they will give you tailored advice to suit your style of activity.

Languages spoken

Afrikaans,English

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Paulina's
  • Cuisine
    South African
  • Open for
    Lunch
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian

House rules

Rickety Bridge Manor House takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 17:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 11:00
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 10 years are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 07:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

* Cardholder & ID/Passport must be present at check-in.

* Credit card used for the online payment must be present at check-in.

* We reserve the right to not refund bank costs upon cancellation for credit card bookings, as the bank does not credit initial deduction costs.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Rickety Bridge Manor House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Dear Visitor, this region is currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties are subject to comply with local water usage restrictions.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.