Leeu House is an exclusive and private 12 room five star destination, in the scenic Franschhoek valley in the Cape Winelands. An oasis of comfort and luxury, Leeu House’s appeal is its country boutique guesthouse feel on the main street of vibrant Franschhoek village; within easy strolling distance of award winning restaurants, art galleries, boutiques, and many other attractions. Leeu House also showcases a number of important contemporary artworks and sculptures from various countries.
Leeu House is an adult-only property and cannot accommodate children aged 17 and under; exceptions can be made when booking the property on an exclusive-use basis.
The stylish interiors are a contemporary take on the Franschhoek traditional Cape Dutch heritage. The seamlessly integrated finishes are neutral, calm, and multi-textured.
The 12 x individually styled rooms and 1 x suite feature superbly comfortable beds. With high quality linen and are fitted with sisal carpets, curtains, and upholstery in natural linens. Contributing to the relaxed yet sophisticated feel. The luxury en-suite bathrooms have marble floors, free standing baths and/or generous showers, underfloor heating, and heated towel rails.
Two of them open onto their own private gardens, while two others have intimate terrace courtyards.
Room Types and Amenities ↓
All rooms have: Media hub outfitted in the writing desk with high speed WiFi access Nespresso machine and in room Nespresso coffee / tea facilities Limited Minibar Air conditioning and underfloor heating in the rooms High definition flat screen smart television Electronic safe 100% Egyptian Cotton linen Bathrobes and slippers Double vanities Heated towel rails Hairdryer Voltage 220V – with built in international adapter plugs and USB points
Classic Room (4 x rooms)
The Classic Rooms at Leeu House are an average size of 32m²/344ft². They are spacious and comfortable and offer easy access to the Lounge, Conservatory, and Pool area. Two of these four comfortable and spacious rooms have full bathrooms; separate walk in showers and bathtubs. While the other two rooms have large walk in showers. These rooms have garden views.
Classic Room
Deluxe Room (2 x rooms)
The Deluxe rooms are even more spacious (43m²/462ft²). One of these rooms is situated on the ground floor and looks onto the manicured gardens. While the other Deluxe room is on the first floor and boasts lovely mountain views.
Deluxe Room
Classic with Terrace (2 x rooms)
Classic Rooms with Terrace are an average size of 53m²/570ft². These rooms have their own private terraces. One of which has easy access to the pool.
Classic Room with a terrace
Deluxe with Terrace (2 x rooms)
Deluxe Rooms with Terrace are an average size of 65m²/699ft². One of these two rooms with terraces offers a double walk-in dressing room. With easy access to the lounge and conservatory facilities. While the other has a patio with outside seating. Each room also has a double sofa bed that can sleep two children.
Deluxe Room with a terrace
Leeu House Suite
The 59m²/635.07ft² Leeu House Suite is located separately from the main building. It has a lounge area with a fireplace and a walk in closet with a sit down vanity desk. The secluded outside seating area offers views of the tropical paradise inspired Leeu House pool and the mountains. Here too is the perfect place to consider sculptor Dylan Lewis’s Leopard On A Rock.
Leeu House Suite
Leeu House Dining
The on site restaurant at Leeu House offers all day dining to resident guests only in The Conservatory. Or al fresco on the terrace; seating up to 24 people.
The Conservatory
At the sister Franschhoek property; Leeu Estates, La Petite Colombe, offers a world class dining experience synonymous with this world-renowned collective. This is the sister restaurant to La Colombe in Constantia. Multiple award winning chef Darren Badenhorst pilots Le chêne in the Manor House at Leeu Estates, serving French inspired dishes. And at the other sister, Le Quartier Français; Protégé is a casual style eatery under the guidance of celebrity chef Scot Kirton. While a venture from the team behind La Colombe and other world class dining establishments; Épice is an intimate fine dining restaurant. Serving an array of delectably curated dishes.
Being in Franschhoek, the gourmet capital of South Africa, there are many off site wine estates with excellent restaurants. When you book your accommodation with us, we are happy to assist with restaurant recommendations.
Leeu House Accommodation Rates
Please use the below as a guide only.
Leeu House Rooms and Suites Rates
1st September until 19th December 2024
Classic
R11 500
Deluxe
R13 500
Classic with Terrace
R16 000
Deluxe with Terrace
R18 500
Leeu House Suite
R21 000
Leeu House Rooms and Suites Rates
20th December 2024 until 28th February 2025
1st March until 30th April 2025
Classic
R13 500
R11 500
Deluxe
R15 000
R13 500
Classic with Terrace
R19 500
R16 000
Deluxe with Terrace
R23 000
R18 500
Leeu House Suite
R25 500
R21 000
A minimum of a 2 night stay is required from from 20th December until 10th January
Leeu House Rates include:
Breakfast (from 7 am –11 am) Limited Mini bar and Nespresso machine in the room Unlimited Internet access All national phone calls 1 x complimentary wine tasting at the Great Heart Wine Boutique at Le Quartier Français per guest per stay Complimentary scheduled shuttle service between Leeu Collection properties 15% VAT – VAT is charged at the current rate. We reserve the right to increase rates by the relevant amount if VAT is increased on or before arrival. Complimentary scheduled shuttle service between Leeu Collection properties Access to Leeu Spa at Leeu Estates (treatments are subject to availability and for guests’ own account). Access to the gym at Leeu Estates for over 12’s. Teenagers 13 – 17 must be accompanied by a parent or an adult (18 and over). Nature trails (river, mountain, and vineyard) at Leeu Estates
Leeu House Accommodation Special Offers
Three Night Indulge
Book 3 consecutive nights or more and receive 15% off your accommodation rate.
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