La Clé
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La Cle <br> South Africa

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Wake to vineyard views, explore artful villas, and savor the flavors of the Cape Winelands at La Clé
Family & Generational
Farm Stays / Lifestyle
Group
Local Culinary
Honeymoon
Local Vibe
Couples
Private Residence + Family

Stays

Four luxury villas, each with private pool, kitchen, gardens, and exclusive art and design. Individual rooms and suites with terraces, fireplaces, and vineyard or mountain views. Farmhouse lounge, shared pool, tennis court, and on-site deli.

Adventures

Private wine tastings. Farm-to-table dining. Cooking classes. Vineyard picnics. Guided mountain walks. E-bike and cycling tours. Art and culinary workshops. Village tours. Pool relaxation.

Features

Designer villas with private gardens and pools. Farm-style breakfasts and gourmet picnics. In-room spa treatments. Tennis and cycling. Walking distance to Franschhoek village and wine estates. Family friendly and pet friendly.

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La Clé is for couples, families, food lovers, and travelers who want privacy, design, and immersive experiences in South Africa’s gourmet capital.

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Live the Franschhoek Dream

La Clé is perfect for wine and food lovers, couples on a romantic escape, families, and friends looking for villa living, stunning scenery, and access to the best of Franschhoek’s wine and art scene.

Why Stay Here

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Choose Your Experience

Every day at La Clé blends farm luxury, creative cuisine, wine valley beauty, and authentic local experiences
Vineyard Picnics
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Lunch among the vines

Savor artisanal picnics with wine pairings in the estate gardens or vineyards.

Guided Mountain Walks
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Hike the winelands

Explore the foothills and fynbos trails with expert guides and beautiful views.

Private Wine Tastings
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Sip the Cape’s best

Guided tastings with local winemakers, from crisp whites to bold reds.

E-Bike and Cycling Tours
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Ride through the valley

Discover Franschhoek’s best vineyards and scenery with guided or self-guided bike tours.

Art and Culinary Workshops
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Create, taste, enjoy

Join seasonal workshops from painting to pastry making, hosted by local artists and chefs.

Farm-to-Table Cooking Classes
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Cook with flavor

Learn to create Cape classics and modern favorites with hands-on chef-led classes.

La Clé Sustainability In Action

La Clé Conservation and Community

Farm, Flavor, and Franschhoek

La Clé supports local farms and artisans, practices sustainable landscaping, and funds village community projects. Every stay helps preserve the valley’s heritage and support local jobs.

View Fact Sheet
Book Now
Let us design your winelands escape

Contact Wild Earth Stays for a custom La Clé itinerary, from villa bookings to private tastings and culinary adventures.

Request a personal experience or see our list of sample itineraries.

Choose Your Experience

Every day at La Clé blends farm luxury, creative cuisine, wine valley beauty, and authentic local experiences
Vineyard Picnics
Details +
Less -
Lunch among the vines

Savor artisanal picnics with wine pairings in the estate gardens or vineyards.

Guided Mountain Walks
Details +
Less -
Hike the winelands

Explore the foothills and fynbos trails with expert guides and beautiful views.

Private Wine Tastings
Details +
Less -
Sip the Cape’s best

Guided tastings with local winemakers, from crisp whites to bold reds.

E-Bike and Cycling Tours
Details +
Less -
Ride through the valley

Discover Franschhoek’s best vineyards and scenery with guided or self-guided bike tours.

Art and Culinary Workshops
Details +
Less -
Create, taste, enjoy

Join seasonal workshops from painting to pastry making, hosted by local artists and chefs.

Farm-to-Table Cooking Classes
Details +
Less -
Cook with flavor

Learn to create Cape classics and modern favorites with hands-on chef-led classes.

La Clé Sustainability In Action

La Clé Conservation and Community

Farm, Flavor, and Franschhoek

La Clé supports local farms and artisans, practices sustainable landscaping, and funds village community projects. Every stay helps preserve the valley’s heritage and support local jobs.

View Fact Sheet
Book Now
Let us design your winelands escape

Contact Wild Earth Stays for a custom La Clé itinerary, from villa bookings to private tastings and culinary adventures.

1 Grange Villas
1 Grange Villa
8 guests | Four bedrooms, King or Twin Beds
From $2783 pp/night

Spacious designer villa with four bedrooms, private pool, kitchen, open-plan lounge, terrace, and vineyard views—ideal for families and groups.

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1 Galerie Villas
1 Galerie Villa
4 guests | Three bedrooms, King or Twin Beds
From $966 pp/night

Artistic villa with three bedrooms, curated art, private pool, gourmet kitchen, and garden—perfect for creative souls and groups.

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8 Village Rooms and Suites
8 Village Rooms and Suite
2 guests | King or Twin Beds
From $2782 pp/night

Elegant rooms and suites with en suite bathrooms, fireplaces, terraces, and views of the gardens, mountains, or vineyards.

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Choose Your Experience

Every day at La Clé blends farm luxury, creative cuisine, wine valley beauty, and authentic local experiences
Vineyard Picnics
Details +
Lunch among the vines

Savor artisanal picnics with wine pairings in the estate gardens or vineyards.

Guided Mountain Walks
Details +
Hike the winelands

Explore the foothills and fynbos trails with expert guides and beautiful views.

Private Wine Tastings
Details +
Sip the Cape’s best

Guided tastings with local winemakers, from crisp whites to bold reds.

E-Bike and Cycling Tours
Details +
Ride through the valley

Discover Franschhoek’s best vineyards and scenery with guided or self-guided bike tours.

Art and Culinary Workshops
Details +
Create, taste, enjoy

Join seasonal workshops from painting to pastry making, hosted by local artists and chefs.

Farm-to-Table Cooking Classes
Details +
Cook with flavor

Learn to create Cape classics and modern favorites with hands-on chef-led classes.

La Clé Sustainability In Action

La Clé Conservation and Community

Farm, Flavor, and Franschhoek

La Clé supports local farms and artisans, practices sustainable landscaping, and funds village community projects. Every stay helps preserve the valley’s heritage and support local jobs.

View Fact Sheet
Book Now
Let us design your winelands escape

Contact Wild Earth Stays for a custom La Clé itinerary, from villa bookings to private tastings and culinary adventures.

La Clé Sustainability In Action

La Clé Conservation and Community

Farm, Flavor, and Franschhoek

La Clé supports local farms and artisans, practices sustainable landscaping, and funds village community projects. Every stay helps preserve the valley’s heritage and support local jobs.

View Fact Sheet
Contact Wild Earth Stays for a custom La Clé itinerary, from villa bookings to private tastings and culinary adventures.
Book Now
Let us design your winelands escape

Contact Wild Earth Stays for a custom La Clé itinerary, from villa bookings to private tastings and culinary adventures.

Choose Your Experience

Every day at La Clé blends farm luxury, creative cuisine, wine valley beauty, and authentic local experiences
Savor artisanal picnics with wine pairings in the estate gardens or vineyards.
Vineyard Picnics
Details +
Less -
Lunch among the vines

Savor artisanal picnics with wine pairings in the estate gardens or vineyards.

Savor artisanal picnics with wine pairings in the estate gardens or vineyards.
Explore the foothills and fynbos trails with expert guides and beautiful views.
Guided Mountain Walks
Details +
Less -
Hike the winelands

Explore the foothills and fynbos trails with expert guides and beautiful views.

Explore the foothills and fynbos trails with expert guides and beautiful views.
Guided tastings with local winemakers, from crisp whites to bold reds.
Private Wine Tastings
Details +
Less -
Sip the Cape’s best

Guided tastings with local winemakers, from crisp whites to bold reds.

Guided tastings with local winemakers, from crisp whites to bold reds.
Discover Franschhoek’s best vineyards and scenery with guided or self-guided bike tours.
E-Bike and Cycling Tours
Details +
Less -
Ride through the valley

Discover Franschhoek’s best vineyards and scenery with guided or self-guided bike tours.

Discover Franschhoek’s best vineyards and scenery with guided or self-guided bike tours.
Join seasonal workshops from painting to pastry making, hosted by local artists and chefs.
Art and Culinary Workshops
Details +
Less -
Create, taste, enjoy

Join seasonal workshops from painting to pastry making, hosted by local artists and chefs.

Join seasonal workshops from painting to pastry making, hosted by local artists and chefs.
Learn to create Cape classics and modern favorites with hands-on chef-led classes.
Farm-to-Table Cooking Classes
Details +
Less -
Cook with flavor

Learn to create Cape classics and modern favorites with hands-on chef-led classes.

Learn to create Cape classics and modern favorites with hands-on chef-led classes.
Why you'll stay forever
Signature La Clé Experiences
In-Room Spa Treatments

Relax with massages and wellness treatments in the privacy of your villa or suite.

Relax with massages and wellness treatments in the privacy of your villa or suite.
Private Designer Villas

Stay in fully serviced villas with private pools, gourmet kitchens, and bespoke interiors.

Stay in fully serviced villas with private pools, gourmet kitchens, and bespoke interiors.
Tennis Court and Cycling

Play tennis or explore the valley with complimentary bikes for guests.

Play tennis or explore the valley with complimentary bikes for guests.
Walking Distance to Franschhoek

Enjoy a short stroll to village boutiques, galleries, and renowned wine estates.

Enjoy a short stroll to village boutiques, galleries, and renowned wine estates.
Wine Tastings and Culinary Workshops

Join private wine tastings and hands-on cooking classes led by local chefs.

Join private wine tastings and hands-on cooking classes led by local chefs.
Farm-Style Breakfasts and Gourmet Picnics

Enjoy fresh farm breakfasts and gourmet picnics in the gardens or vineyards.

Enjoy fresh farm breakfasts and gourmet picnics in the gardens or vineyards.
MEET
YOUR HOST
Connections Matter!

Meet your dedicated Stay Host and the Wild Earth Stays team during a live consultation, and together we’ll plan your perfect journey.

Your host will be joined by members of the Wild Earth team to walk you through your stay and answer your questions live.

From the Wild at Heart

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Name, Date, Source

“Perhaps the most unique feature, is the opportunity to stay under the stars, in the middle of the bush, in the safety of a treehouse!”

KATRYNM, DEC 2022

“Perhaps the most unique feature, is the opportunity to stay under the stars, in the middle of the bush, in the safety of a treehouse!”

KATRYNM, DEC 2022

“Perhaps the most unique feature, is the opportunity to stay under the stars, in the middle of the bush, in the safety of a treehouse!”

KATRYNM, DEC 2022
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Our family villa was spectacular, and the breakfasts were out of this world. Walked to the village and felt like locals.

Jeanine F,
February 2024,
TripAdvisor

Best wine tasting and cooking class experience in the Cape. Beautiful rooms, friendly staff, and gorgeous views.

Sizwe K,
January 2024,
Expedia

Loved the gardens, tennis, and art. Perfect for a romantic escape or a gourmet adventure.

Michael S,
December 2023,
Trustpilot
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Location
South Africa / Africa
-33.9072, 19.1211
32 Cabriere Street, Franschhoek, Western Cape, 7690, South Africa
NEAREST AIRPORT
Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Fly to Cape Town International Airport, 1 hour scenic drive to Franschhoek. Transfers and car hire available.
BEST TIME TO VISIT
September to May
September to May for warm weather, harvest festivals, and best wine valley experiences. June to August for cozy winter stays and fewer crowds.

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Contact Wild Earth Stays for a custom La Clé itinerary, from villa bookings to private tastings and culinary adventures.
Book Now
Let us design your winelands escape

Contact Wild Earth Stays for a custom La Clé itinerary, from villa bookings to private tastings and culinary adventures.

Connections That Truly Matter

Meet your dedicated Stay Host and the Wild Earth Stays team in a live consultation to plan your perfect journey together.

Your host will be joined by members of the Wild Earth team to walk you through your stay and answer your questions live.

La Clé
From the Wild at Heart

Populated by the CMS. Do not edit.

Name, Date, Source

“Perhaps the most unique feature, is the opportunity to stay under the stars, in the middle of the bush, in the safety of a treehouse!”

KATRYNM, DEC 2022

“Perhaps the most unique feature, is the opportunity to stay under the stars, in the middle of the bush, in the safety of a treehouse!”

KATRYNM, DEC 2022

“Perhaps the most unique feature, is the opportunity to stay under the stars, in the middle of the bush, in the safety of a treehouse!”

KATRYNM, DEC 2022
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icon-chevron-right

Our family villa was spectacular, and the breakfasts were out of this world. Walked to the village and felt like locals.

Jeanine F,
February 2024,
TripAdvisor

Best wine tasting and cooking class experience in the Cape. Beautiful rooms, friendly staff, and gorgeous views.

Sizwe K,
January 2024,
Expedia

Loved the gardens, tennis, and art. Perfect for a romantic escape or a gourmet adventure.

Michael S,
December 2023,
Trustpilot