Leeu Estates

Hotels Overview

Leeu Estates, an exclusive five-star premium boutique hotel property with 24 luxuriously appointed rooms and suites, takes a central position on 78 hectares (193 acres) of vineyards, landscaped gardens and fynbos (indigenous vegetation) in the Franschhoek valley. Located between the mountainside and river, just minutes away from the village of Franschhoek, it is the ideal setting for an elegant and sophisticated private hideaway, offering superb comfort, fine dining and platinum service. At the centre of this working wine farm is the meticulously refurbished 19th-century Manor House with its six rooms and suites. There are two rooms adjacent to The Manor House, and the remaining rooms and suites are located in spacious cottages among the gardens, oak trees and vineyards.

Accommodation

There are 24 contemporary classic, individually styled rooms and suites filled with customised architectural detailing and tactile textures in a calm colour scheme. Each one features carefully curated artworks and sculptures from various countries, luxurious extras and superbly equipped marble bathrooms. Many have their own terraces and fireplaces, and all enjoy idyllic vineyard and mountain views.

Amenities

Rooms are equipped with premium technology and include:

• Media hub, high-speed Wi-Fi access, including international sockets/adapters
• Writing desk
• In-room tea and coffee facilities
• Air conditioning
• 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

Your stay includes a range of thoughtful complimentary amenities and services designed to enhance your experience:

• Daily breakfast (07:00–10:30)
• Fully stocked minibar
• Unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi
• Complimentary national telephone calls
• Personalised concierge services
• Valet parking and access to a secure, limited parking area
• Scheduled shuttle service between the properties
• One Signature Tasting of Mullineux & Leeu Family Wines at The Wine Studio, per guest, per stay

Indaba – The Meeting Place at Leeu Estates is a state-of-the-art multipurpose event and meeting venue for in-house Leeu Collection guests. Inspiring artworks enhance this multipurpose venue and private terrace, designed for a variety of functions: Press briefings, seminars, business meetings, exhibitions and launches. Catering for on-site dining is done by The Dining Room culinary team.

Dining options

The Dining Room on Leeu Estates offers residents the option of never having to leave the property if they so desire. With comprehensive menu offerings and options to personally tailor your dining experiences (even the little ones are catered for exclusively), leisurely meals and fine vintages within the Mullineux and Leeu Family Wines and Great Heart Wines range from the cellar can be enjoyed in the conservatory, the deck and bar.

La Colombe, the award-winning and world-renowned restaurant based in Constantia, one of the oldest winemaking regions of South Africa, has established a sister restaurant at Leeu Estates, run by the talented La Petite Colombe team. Visitors to the epicurean valley of Franschhoek can now look forward to experiencing the same level of service excellence and exquisite cuisine that put La Colombe on the map. The Franschhoek kitchen is headed up by talented chef Peter Duncan. Tasting menus focus on the finest local and seasonal produce, recommended with a rare and fine wine selection.

Nearby location and distance to airport

Within easy driving distance from Franschhoek, one can enjoy the pristine beaches of the Cape, play a round of golf or experience some of the best land-based whale watching in Hermanus.

Wellness & Activities

• Three 15-metre (49-foot) swimming pools
• Picnics (as selected spots around the Estate)
• Braai (BBQ) when booked with certain cottages and event spaces
• Little Green Fingers (gardening activities for the little ones)
• Leeu Locally Grown Garden Walks (subject to availability)

Nestled in the heart of the Cape Winelands, Leeu Spa is a place where guests can relax, unwind and enjoy a little time for themselves. The menu offers treatments delivered by experienced therapists in a calm and elegant setting.

The Spa features four treatment rooms—three double and one single—making it ideal for couples, families and friends travelling together.

Guests are invited to enjoy the relaxation lounge before or after their massage, or simply relax beside the tranquil plunge pool overlooking the lily pond.

Leeu Spa is open Monday to Sunday from 10h00 to 19h00. All spa guests are welcome to use the steam room and plunge pool.

The spacious gym with its premium TechnoGym fitness equipment offers framed views of the majestic mountains. The gym, which caters exclusively to resident Leeu Collection guests, is open seven days a week, from 07h00 to 19h00.

Everard Read’s newest gallery at Leeu Estates in Franschhoek augments the existing gallery in the high street of Franschhoek. The focus will be on showing monumental sculpture in the breathtaking fynbos and vineyards of Leeu Estates, as well as exhibiting important works by our artists in the purpose-built gallery on site, with immaculate finishes that show the art to its best advantage, while offering glimpses of the spectacular natural environment that surrounds Leeu Estates. The gallery complex includes a studio and cottage for an artist residency programme which will provide a tranquil retreat for artists to focus on developing new ideas and generate interesting content for the gallery.

Landscaped property with the Bokkie Garden and sculptures by leading South African artists throughout the gardens.

Policy & Check-in instructions

• Children are welcome and can be accommodated in cots and on sofa beds in selected rooms.
• We accept American Express, Diners Club, MasterCard and Visa.
• Check-in 14h00 | Check out 11h00

Hotel summary

Leeu Estates 5 star premium. The rooms are all within walking distance to The Dining Room, La Petite Colombe, Mullineux & Leeu Family Wines Wine Studio, Leeu Spa and Everard Read – Leeu Estates. And guests have access to several walking trails on the estates, to meander through the vines.