Rickety Bridge Estate

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Scored 9.4
Rated superb

Staff

9.7

Experience world-class service at Rickety Bridge Estate

Rickety Bridge Manor House and the previously known Basse Provence together as one. Featuring a swimming pool and a gourmet restaurant, Rickety Bridge Estate 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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Number of guests
 
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

Margaret
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Beautiful 17th century manor house with all original features. Massive bedroom and bathroom also separate lounge. Really lovely. Cleaned every day. Lovely breakfast.”
Sally
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Stunning location and beautiful Manor House. Felt very special for our party of 5 to occupy the whole house. Heidi and all the staff were wonderful and very attentive. Excellent breakfast and wine tasting.”
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”

Managed by Rickety Bridge Estate

Company review score: 9.7Based on 787 reviews from 2 properties
2 managed properties

Company information

Rickety Bridge Estate has elevated the hospitality experience. The newly refurbished accommodation across the farm offers guests the oppertunity to indulge in a working wine estate and be a part of the iconic Franschhoek valley. Wake up in a true farm environment and enjoy a sumptuous breakfast with the views of the estate all around. Enjoy wine tasting at the Rickety Bridge Wine Tasting Centre, which can be upgraded with cheese or meat platters. Treat your friends or family with a private or group cellar tour and be immersed in the wine-making history. Book a divine bistro lunch at the restaurant on site and enjoy beautifully prepared meals from our amazing kitchen staff. For an even more special activity indulge in a unique wine blending experience to fully understand the passion of making wines. Then take the bottle home to sample your own wine while thinking back over the time with Rickety.

Property information

Nestled against the slopes of the Franschhoek Mountains overlooking the majestic Wemmershoek Mountain range, the historic Rickety Bridge Wine estate offers a complete hospitality experience. Introducing The Farm Stay, the latest addition – featuring three beautifully restored heritage buildings with ten elegant guest rooms. The Manor House is the estate's original accommodation and its historical heart, featuring three en-suite bedrooms, generous indoor and outdoor living spaces, and a private pool. A beautifully upgraded tasting room is centrally located for guests to sample the superb Rickety Bridge wines. The restaurant, situated next to the tasting room, offers views over the vineyards and serves a delightful bistro meal. Rickety Bridge Wine Estate is a popular destination in the Cape Winelands with a long wine-making history.

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 Estate 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
Cancellation/ prepayment
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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 Estate 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.