Boschendal Farm Estate
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8.9Excellent
(1,042 Ratings)
"The room was excellent, everything was of a high quality, the beds were extremely comfortable. The showers and bathrooms were good too. We didn't use the kitchen facilities but the fridge was of a goo..."
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Offering an outdoor pool and a restaurant, Boschendal Farm Estate is located in Simondium, a 10-minute drive from Franschhoek. Free WiFi access is available.
Free WiFi/internet
Free Parking
Air conditioning
Pool
Non-smoking
Heating
Bar
Balcony/Terrace
WiFi/Internet
Garden
Laundry services
Fireplace
Outdoor Cooking
Family friendly
Ironing facilities
Smoking allowed
Safe
Key access
Contactless check-in/out
Housekeeping available
Fire alarm
Fire extinguisher
Cleaning products
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Top rated by guests
8.9Excellent
(1,042 Ratings)
"The room was excellent, everything was of a high quality, the beds were extremely comfortable. The showers and bathrooms were good too. We didn't use the kitchen facilities but the fridge was of a goo..."
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Ratings and reviews
8.0 / 10.0
The winery is beautiful and offers great services, there is a lot of activities offered that you can do from the Estate. The Retreat Cottages are clean and are very spacious with a good layout. For families, the self-catering options are nice, for us it wasn’t the right fit.
The Retreat is not located at the estate but 3,5 km away from it. Our cottage was right next to the parking lot and not close to the pool or other facilities as the photos suggested. The restaurant is ok, but the food is average and service slow.
3.0 / 10.0
Dear Sir or Madam,
I would like to formally express our disappointment with our recent stay at Boschendal Farm Estate, which unfortunately did not meet our expectations.
First of all, the photos and descriptions shown on the website do not accurately reflect the actual accommodation and facilities provided. Upon arrival, our rooms were located quite far from the parking area, and the entire path consisted of loose gravel, making it impossible to pull suitcases. The hotel staff did not assist with luggage transportation to the room. As we were traveling with children and several suitcases, this situation was extremely stressful.
At check-out, it was raining heavily and the same situation occurred again, with no assistance offered.
Additionally, the website advertises several activities for children; however, upon arrival we discovered that all these activities are located in a different area, requiring guests to drive there. This information is not clearly communicated in advance. There was also no guidance provided about available activities at the hotel, making it difficult to understand what could actually be done during our stay.
Breakfast was served only from 8:00 to 9:30 am, which is a very limited time window, especially for families with children. Furthermore, the breakfast offering itself was quite basic and below expectations for a property of this level.
Overall, the experience was disappointing and did not correspond to what is presented online. I felt it was important to share this feedback so that future guests do not face the same issues.
Kind regards,
Clara
9.0 / 10.0
Authentic yet modern living
8.0 / 10.0
Spacious and comfortable rooms. Great surroundings. Child friendly. Nice restaurant.
We asked to check in early to let our 2 year old son sleep in the afternoon. We never heard back and found out upon arrival that early checkin was not possible. Despite our early arrival we could only check in 15 mins later (3.15pm) because we were told staff was still preparing our engagement surprise. However there was no surprise. I asked the manager later and he mentioned that it was probably hidden so we would find it in the days to come. We never did. I asked it again on the day of departure and we were told the engagement surprise would come but it didn’t.
Also upon arrival we were asked if we needed help with our luggage. Had I known we had to walk to the farthest house with all our luggage I would of course have said yes. If I would have been the staff and see a family that has waited for 1,5 hours with a child that needs to go to sleep and a wife that’s pregnant (which I mentioned at some point) I would have simply carried the luggage to the room instead of asking.
I would cover all land at the back side of the apartments with grass for children to play (some lower number apartments have it already).
10.0 / 10.0
The room was excellent, everything was of a high quality, the beds were extremely comfortable. The showers and bathrooms were good too. We didn't use the kitchen facilities but the fridge was of a good size and it had everything you'd expect (microwave, kettle, coffee machine).
The only negative of our stay was there was a couple of minor miscommunications which negatively impacted us, we only got given one travel cot initially, so needed to request and wait for another, which was little stressful with two little ones. On another occasion, the shuttle bus took us to the wrong destination on the estate, and we had a 15 minute wait to get another shuttle bus back to the correct destination.
Both things can happen, of course, and they were very apologetic on both occasions, but it probably because this estate is a big beast, handling a huge amount of guests and visitors every day, so just be aware that these kind of mishaps may happen but they were always dealt with etc.
8.0 / 10.0
Rooms are great and very spacious. New restaurant Arum is amazing and very good breakfast.
The pool was not very clean.
6.0 / 10.0
Not great customer service. Pictures do not look like the rooms on the site. Restaurants and facilities on site were closed all week and no refund/ compensation was offered
9.0 / 10.0
The room, the whole estate, the staff and the Breakfast ware all great! We loved it
Being charged ZAR 80 for two extra coffees at breakfast was unnecessary and spoilt the experience a little.
10.0 / 10.0
Absolutly stunning accomodation & extraordinary breakfast
Price for value is so so
10.0 / 10.0
Beautiful setting
9.0 / 10.0
- beautiful rooms (werf cottages)
- incredible breakfast
- amazing grounds, pool etc
- friendly staff
- great deli
- check in was delayed and some important information was missed out at check in: not up to standard in this respect (such as wine tasing being included)
- some parts of hotel were not accessible due to a wedding which we weren’t told about
10.0 / 10.0
Quiet & peaceful, very spacious and well equipped. Amazing location.
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10.0 / 10.0
Everything at Boschendal is wonderful - the staff, the stunning surroundings and grounds, the wine and food, and the accommodation. We stayed in a Small Werf Cottage - perfect for a couple, cute and cosy and quietly tucked away in the trees under the mountains, but just a few minutes' walk to the main areas of the estate. The pictures don't really do this place justice - it's a wonderful, relaxing place to visit.
A few notable mentions:
The breakfast is amazing - great choices, big portions of great quality food, lovely coffee and juices, and really lovely service.
Wine-tasting is obviously a must - Boschendal wines are delightful, especially the MCC and several of the reds.
The farm shop is really lovely, as are the courtyards and general grounds.
We also recommend the werf picnic which is delicious and so cute on the lawns!
We'll be back 100%!
Nothing, it's magic
6.0 / 10.0
The breakfast was great.
When i arrived the staff was very welcoming but didn’t explain anything about how everything works. Where is the pool and different spaces, she didn’t tell us we were going to have to take little shuttles to the rooms because they are too far away. Also, none of the plugs worked in the room. And they were all different but none worked for our kind nor our adapters. Also, we were on our honeymoon and ask for a reservation in the hotel restaurant which they told us TWICE it was closed and we walked by and it was open.
10.0 / 10.0
Top
8.0 / 10.0
Beautiful property, loved the bird life. The breakfast was amazing and the staff was great, and very helpful.
Nothing
10.0 / 10.0
Stayed in Retreat Cottage. Gorgeous location. These are a tad smaller than the Orchard Cottages but equally well equipped. We had a BBQ one night - the farm shop has everything you wd need
8.0 / 10.0
Amazing location and relaxing
Friendly but poorly trained at check in and other finer details
6.0 / 10.0
Lovely unit, decent size with all the necessary amenities
Stunning views from the unit and from breakfast locale
Seamless and beautiful integration with nature (eg walks from unit / vines etc around unit)
(1) Shower unit did not drain
(2) We received an email ahead of the stay indicating that there would be a welcome package / amenities for us upon arrival (which in the past was s something like some fresh goods from their shop and a bottle of wine) -when we arrived to the unit, there was nothing except two apples. Think the welcome basket was forgotten.
(3) We had arranged with Retreat reception for a shuttle to transport us to a wedding offsite and confirmed it twice - the shuttle never arrived, and there was absolute confusion from Boschendal (initially indicating there was nothing arranged). On top of this, the staff then was not able to make an alternate plan - resulting in us very, very nearly missing the wedding!
10.0 / 10.0
We stayed at the retreat cottages. Beautiful setting with amazing views. Service was amazing - staff always helpful. Good breakfast with lots of options. Comfortable beds and good sized rooms and bathrooms. Nice touches like wine on arrival and a steamer for clothes! Anything we needed they were happy to help us with.
Would have loved to have a proper pool at the retreat cottages. The pool is an organic one which is fine, but would be great if they could give it a bit of a clean every now and then, as it’s never used.
10.0 / 10.0
The Werf cottage was amazing amd the Deli restaurant was so good.
Staff friendly and helpful
None
10.0 / 10.0
The place is beautiful and the hospitality was amazing. The hospitality team went all out to make our stay comfortable and enjoyable. The shuttle service was fantastic.
The food from the deli restaurant was not that good…
9.0 / 10.0
The setting is stunning
10.0 / 10.0
Beautiful location
Everything was lovely
10.0 / 10.0
We had a nice cottage with a beautiful surrounding and a stunning landscape. We stayed for two nights with a family of four and had just a wonderful time enjoying the winery, the food and the beautiful area. We will definitely come back!
There were many cats in the restaurant that was a little bit too much.
7.0 / 10.0
Quiet and spacious
No cutting board, no bread knife - had to call for bbq tongs for our bbq.
9.0 / 10.0
Breakfast was excellent if a little too much food. Evening meals at the Deli were good and the staff very helpful and pleasant. Recommend the included garden tour which was very informative on a wide range of topics. Be aware that the various parts of the estate are very far apart although shuttle service is available
Cottages just need a bit of love to bring them back to full quality.
Pathways to each cottage would be good when it rains.
10.0 / 10.0
All hospitality. Everyone was kind. Additionally, the welcome message and items we had requested in advance were appropriately placed. The family from Japan was deeply impressed, and it became an unforgettable trip.
The shower room drain was clogged, and the water wasn't flowing properly. The living room and kitchen were very dimly lit, so I would like you to provide brighter lighting.
10.0 / 10.0
Lovely retreat in the countryside - a few miles from the main road. Beautiful views of the mountains. Pretty garden and nice restaurant and pool. Nice log burner in lounge.
We stayed in August (winter) and there was no heating in the bathroom. It really felt cold in there. Air con in bedrooms worked though.
Be aware that you are a drive away from Boschendal winery. You need a car.
10.0 / 10.0
Very comfortable and equipped cottages, lovely surroundings
Nothing
10.0 / 10.0
The lodge was beautiful, very clean and had all the facilities we needed. The views out the back were stunning. The staff were all friendly and very helpful, arranging the complimentary transport to the other Deli and Treehouse (kids club).
Nothing!
9.0 / 10.0
Cottages were well decorated and had everything we need including two bottles of wine. We love the farm shop - superb selection. And the deli breakfast at R100 is an amazing deal too.
Nil
8.0 / 10.0
Location was perfect. Cottage was beautifully decorated. Perfect for a family of 4. Breakfast was excellent as usual.
The bedrooms were very cold. Could have used better heating or electric blankets. The water in the main shower was lukewarm at times.
10.0 / 10.0
The house exceeded our best expectations by far. It is beautifully situated with a stunning view. The house is very well equipped and comfortable. Personnel are very friendly and service delivery is absolutely professional. I cannot recommend the Vineyard House more strongly! We will in future like to visit this property annually! Absoluetly fantastic, and a privilege to stay there!
There was absolutely nothing to dislike! The house exceeded all our expectations in every way!
10.0 / 10.0
Orchard cottage was very clean, well appointed and perfect for our family. With electric blankets and an indoor fireplace, we were comfortably warm in the middle of winter. Outdoor braai facilities were on the verandah and we had an unlimited view of the virgin bush & surrounding mountains.
Breakfast was served in the Werf restaurant and was consistently of a high standard over our 5 day stay.
Staff throughout the estate were excellent!
Nothing!
10.0 / 10.0
Beautiful and the most amazing stuff - wonderful walks and scenery - beds not up to scratch
The beds are very soft
9.0 / 10.0
Wonderfully secluded and spacious cottage and very well catered for a staying in. Mountains and tangerines orchard next door too gorgeous
Loved everything
7.0 / 10.0
Beautiful location, nicely decorated, comfortable beds
Unfortunately the house didn’t have everything we expected in the kitchen mainly - no tea towels (drying cloths), no oven gloves, no braai equipment (tongs, braai gloves). We requested housekeeping to bring these over which they did but only after a few hours.
The lights on the one side of the kitchen were not working either.
Also the underfloor heating in the main bathroom did not work.
The WiFi also stopped working and so we couldn’t watch tv the one night when we were trying to watch an early family movie…and we waited a few hours but technician hadn’t arrived by the time our son had to go to bed. It came back on later that evening so we called to let reception know they didn’t need to send the technician anymore.
The hot tub was also quite dangerous for kids as there was nothing protecting the heating element so they could easily burn themselves.
10.0 / 10.0
Simply AMAZING - we regret not staying at least a couple of days in Boschendal to really enjoy the place. One night is not enough.
They were all gentle and provided great service. Breakfast at The Werf (provided to guests) is awesome. The room is very comfortable and has everything you need to have a good time in there.
I asked for a meal in the room from the Retreat Restaurant and it was a bit disappointing. Restaurants could be open for a little longer too.
8.0 / 10.0
fine
Shower pressure and drainage in Champagne cottage was disappointing
Outside heated tub was rubbish, staff came started fire and left - fire went out and it took 5 hours of fire to even heat it to warm. Buy the genuine thing - this was a low quality imitation and spoilt the holiday
FAQs
Does this property follow enhanced cleaning procedures?
Yes, this farm stay has implemented enhanced cleaning procedures and processes to keep you healthy and safe.
Is parking included with this farm stay?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Boschendal Farm Estate. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this farm stay?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Boschendal Farm Estate. Enjoy the water!
Is Boschendal Farm Estate pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this farm stay is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Boschendal Farm Estate?
We found 23 amenities for this rental. This includes free wifi/internet, free parking, air conditioning, pool, and non-smoking.
