Cape Chamonix

Cape Chamonix Guest House accommodation in Franschhoek Western Cape

Description

Nature of the business and the Historic Overview

Cape Chamonix Wine Farm produces a range of premium wines that capture the essence and splendour of the estate. Chamonix also produces export fruit, and a superior German-style schnapps. A range of flavoured spring waters and a variety of bar mixers is bottled from the spring deep within the mountains on the farm.

The products are being distributed on a national and international basis.

Cape Chamonix Wine Farm is situated on the eastern mountain slopes of the fertile Franschhoek Valley to the north of Cape Town.

It was originally part of the first farm, LA Cotte granted to the Huguenots in 1688, of 290 hectares, much is planted with fruit trees and different vines of export quality. Moreover, it boasts some of highest planted vineyards in the Cape.

The main homestead was built by Judge Malan in 1947, and was owned by the Pickering family from 1965 to 1988. During this time , the farm was re-named “Chamonix” (its previous name was Waterval) which reminded the Pickering's of a holiday spent in the French village of Chamonix.

The estate was bought in 1990, and has since made tremendous improvements, with the planting of new vines and fruit trees. Uitkyk, a small neighbouring farm, was acquired a few years later. The Uitkyk homestead was renovated and became the award-winning French-style restaurant, La Maison de Chamonix. An underground wine cellar connected to the tasting room, was built on the lower slopes of the former Uitkyk farm.Our Wine tasting room the "Blacksmith's Cottage" has a cozy ambiance.

Accommodation

Self- catering Cottages:

Chamonix cottages are a great way to spend the weekend or a holiday. Right in the heart of the winelands and within easy reach of the Franschhoek village, Chamonix is a perfect getaway destination. Children are welcome.

7 Free standing cottages, fully equipped (including towels and bed linen), each has its own veranda, braai facilities, fireplace, bathroom facilities (some en-suite) and television. There are three single bedroom cottages (sleeping two) and four two-bedroom cottages (sleeping four).

Take a stroll around the Farm and take in the spectacular views. Mon Plaisir at Chamonix Restaurant, the Blacksmith's Cottage Wine Tasting and underground cellar are all within walking distance. Alternatively amble down to the village only 2 kilometers away to explore the delights that make Franschhoek so unique. Helipad facilities are available if required.

Facilities

Self- catering Cottages:

Cottages - Chamonix cottages are a great way to spend the weekend or a holiday. Right in the heart of the winelands and within easy reach of the Franschhoek village, Chamonix is a perfect getaway destination. Children are welcome.

All 7 cottages are free standing and fully equipped (including towels and bed linen), each has it's own veranda, braai facilities, fireplaces, bathroom facilities (some en-suite) and television. There are three single bedroom cottages (sleeping two) and four two-bedroom cottages (sleeping four).

Attractions

Take a stroll around the Farm and take in the spectacular views. La Maison de Chamonix Restaurant, the Blacksmith's Cottage Wine Tasting and underground cellar are all within walking distance. Alternatively amble down to the village only 2 kilometers away to explore the delights that make Franschhoek so unique. Helipad facilities are available if required.

Rates

R270 per person per night
4 people sharing - R 1,000 per cottage
Children between 2 and 12 years, half price.

Mountain View and Chardonnay fully equipped apartments are in a double story building with Mountain View on the upper floor. You will find breathtaking views on Wemmershoek Mountains and vineyards. Braai facility and use of private gym.

Mountain view is a suite with a a king size bed and a child’s bed and a stoep. Dining room, kitchen and bathroom with shower and toilet. R600 per apartment per night.

Chardonnay has 2 bedrooms, one with a double bed and one room with 2 single beds. Bathroom with shower and toilet. Open plan kitchen. Dining room and lounge. R800 per apartment per night.