Calais Guest House

Everything, we booked when we were one minute away and Ané dropped everything to accomodate us, gave us tips for further travels, restaurants everything. Room and accommodation was super nice and high standard

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Everything perfect

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The location

We really enjoyed staying at the Calais guest house. Especially the dining/living room was beautiful which had a terrace with a nice view. Also the breakfast was perfect, which was specially made for only the two of us.

Breakfast was of very high quality and the staff was very friendly...we would definitively come back again and do recommend this place to others

Lovely place to stay. Homely and quiet. The room was spacious and stylish with a bath and a shower, inc. all the smellies that one might need. We had a nice welcome and opted for the additional breakfast which was a home cooked affair and great value. The staff were a delight.

Perhaps a bit far from the main street for some, or in bad weather, but fine for our stay. Breakfast isn’t inc. through booking.com, which I don’t think is very clear; but it’s really cheap and excellent. Not an issue.

Very modern

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Breakfast was from 9-10 which was too late for us. It also wasn't included in the room fee so when we were offered breakfast the night before we thought it would be an add on. The upstairs section of the house is very much someones home, so coming in late and leaving early you left you had to sneak around. Room was pleasant, dated and a very old aircon but comfortable and had all that we needed. The location was safe and in a quite street.

The housekeeper was very rude, she didn't make us feel welcome, talk us through the room, explain how everything worked. I was 8 months pregant and had to ask for help with bags which she seemed annoyed about. She was also annoyed by us not having breakfast, even though we never said we would be joining. She honestly left such a bad taste for us for our stay.

Perfect breakaway and romatic setting with very friendly staff.

No complaints

Everything was pitch perfect. I know I sounds like a paid contributor. BUT this stay was insanely good. Great rooms, gorgeous building. Pool, and an amazing public space and small but deffo sufficient and wonderful breakfast.

Die individuelle und gemütliche Einrichtung und die Größe des Zimmers, sowie die Aussicht.

Das Duschen in der Badewanne ohne Stehen zu können war etwas gewöhnungsbedürftig. Die anderen Zimmer haben Duschen.

Beautiful property with excellent facilities and stunning views. Excellent pool, which was very welcome during the recent heatwave. Very comfortable room, excellent wardrobe space (we were here for a week and had been travelling in South Africa for nearly 3 months, so this was most welcome). Great hair and make up dressing table, almost nowhere gets this right but this property nailed it. The hosts were fabulous and welcoming, they gave a complimentary breakfast due to a short power cut one evening, due to the extreme heat. This was so generous considering it was an event beyond their control. The breakfast was delicious ( thank you Blom) and you will not beat the 360 degree views of the Franschhoek mountains from their terrace. I would highly recommend to anyone. We also met some lovely fellow travellers, which was an added bonus.

Absolutely nothing.

De afstand naar het centrum

Really nice, big room and lovely small swimmingpool.

Lovely views from the balcony, good location, spacious and comfortable Very relaxing and peaceful Easy check in

No parking designated for guests but that was stated on bookings.com Air con a bit noisy Breakfast not included in room rate - little bit pricey room only rate. Pool not heated

Mooi Guest House gelijkvloers.

Geen ontvangst, de eigenaar ging net vertrekken en liet ons inchecken door het onderhoudspersoneel. Geen uitleg over de accomodatie, probleem met slot van de kamer zodat we niet meer in de kamer konden. Er was niemand in de Guest House na 17u, enkel te bereiken via whatsapp. Handdoeken waren niet zo schoon de tweede dag….

Spacious and quiet

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Calais Guest House had the real wow factor the moment i entered the property. It is stunning and I thoroughly enjoyed my seven nights stay there. Ane, Carlos and their team were so helpful and friendly throughout. Breakfast was delicious, served weather permitting on the outside balcony with lovely views of nearby mountains. I would definitely stay at Calais Guest House again!

There was nothing to dislike about Calais Guest House.

A beautiful property in a stunning setting

Wonderful location—peaceful, quiet, and perfectly situated. The room was absolutely beautiful, and the beds were incredibly comfortable. Breakfast was great: simple, fresh, and just what we needed. Our room was conveniently located right next to the lovely pool, which we really enjoyed. We absolutely loved our stay, and the owners and staff (along with the two adorable pugs!) were so welcoming and kind. Thank you for such a relaxing and comfortable experience—we’d happily return. 😊

Lovely guest house just outside of town. Well appointed room and lots of space. Good outdoor area for relaxing and pool as well. Gracious staff and homemade breakfast was super !

Lovely facilities, beautiful spacious room and great breakfast!

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Lovely accommodation

The pool was cloudy for 2 days out of 3 so did not use it

It’s a really beautiful property.

The breakfast times were very rigid for me. It was strictly 9-10. Appreciated the alternative arrangements but perhaps it could start earlier.

Beautiful room and house.

I loved that breakfast was included and it had quite a lot of seating areas... very luxurious, but homely!

The fact that we couldn't connect to wifi and it wasn't a smart television. Pity our room didn't have a bath. Would have loved it to be a bit closer to the town.

Very nice breakfast. Staff helpful with maps.

Lovely location and venue. Clean, cosy, and comfortable. A lovely breakfast provided.

Everything was great.

Thank you for the most amazing mini getaway!! Everything was absolutely exquisite, and the bed was heavenly!!!! The chef, Blom, went over and above every morning to spoil us with a mouth watering breakfast, we feasted like royalty! Our room was spotless and looked after by the lovely Maria. Staff were so helpful and friendly, and nothing was too much for them. We loved getting to know the two little pugs too :) Also wanted to add that the entire guesthouse was filled with the most amazing fragrance, and their attention to detail was spectacular.

The room was spacious and well kitted out. Water was hot, sheets were crisp and the bed was very comfortable. The situation and the gardens and layout of the property was very classy. We had a full breakfast with cereal and muesli to start and a cooked breakfast, cooked by the lady.

The weather. It would have been lovely to sit in the garden, but there was a very spacious lounge area inside.

The design the pool and the rooms are quite spaces

Nothing it was good.

The complementary sherry and the comfortable bed.

No place to sit in the sun. Gave the room we booked to another couple. Paying was an issue and not done through booking.com and she made us pay before we left and made it unpleasant. Never had to pay through booking.com like this before.

Had a wonderful stay at the Calais GH. Ane and her team were very attentive and made us feel very welcomed. The room was spacious and well equipped. I will definitely be back!

An excellent guesthouse with beautiful rooms, great staff and great breakfast. Eye for detail and consistent high quality. Perfect location for roaming Franschhoek and walking distance to the main streets.

Beautiful setting, nicely appointed with comfortable beds and linens. The pool was right outside our room, which made it convenient for an afternoon swim to cool off. The hosts were pleasant and offered many suggestions for our stay in the area. The breakfast was cooked to order and served on a beautiful veranda.

Very stylish property with lovely views from the lounge. Good breakfast made to order. Safe and quiet location. Comfortable bed and nice looking pool to sit around or use.

Slight trek back from the centre but no problem walking down to it. We ended up getting a cheap uber back at the end of each evening. The open plan room lacked privacy and would be a challenge for couples who are less familiar with each other.

Everything we needed and wanted!

This was a fab and well recommended place to stay in the village, everything was perfect, comfortable and friendly. I’ve seen a few people say how wonderful the breakfasts were…………….we’d agree 100%!

The house is magnificent and has incredible tasteful design in every detail. The staff is very helpful, friendly and we really enjoyed the breakfast on the terrace. You can easily do a 10-15 Minute walk to center of the town or just take an Uber.

We had the large loft room at the top of the house, which was fabulous. Location of property is 15 min walk from centre so nice and quiet and pleasant outside space.

Overall lovely stay but breakfast times were limited, being 9-10 only.

Amazing space, fixtures and touches. Great rooms, high quality and very very comfortable

Tranquility and spotless pool Breakfast was excellent

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Beautiful, big, comfortable bed. Delicious breakfast. Quiet surrounds. Stunning location.

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Lovely place , very clean rooms , good location in walking distance to town

Water pressure is shower is very very weak and in the morning barely possible to take a shower. Bit awkward staying in someone’s house , I didn’t realize this would be the case on booking . A separate entrance to guest rooms would be appreciated

Ané and the team are so welcoming and accommodating! Breakfast was delicious and freshly prepared! The location allows for a lovely view of Franschhoek in the morning and is a relatively close walk to town.

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Ane and Carlos were very welcoming and friendly. There was everything we could need in our lovely room opening on to the pool. Exceptionally clean and stylish we enjoyed the breakfasts and the closeness to many restaurants and other facilities. A great base from which to explore such a great area. We would definitely recommend and return.

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Quiet, comfortable, loved the pool and facilities

Location was central and rooms are modern, very spacious and well furnished.

I let the accommodation know one guest was vegan when I made my booking. At breakfast the lady working in the kitchen said nobody had informed her. I received 4 cocktail tomatoes and what must have been two mushrooms - I was not even offered extra portion sizes which I was disappointed by. You should expect better than a meal of omission rather than accommodation to suit dietary requirements.

Excellent guests Very nice room and bed and bathroom (bath with bath foam and shower!) and small kitchen. Accessible location in neighborhood, private with beautiful view.

Everything was good

We liked everything

hospitality, breakfast and views of mountains were of a high standard, the rooms were pleasant and an electric blanket was a welcome extra, that was essential in the severe and cold weather.

parking was a little far from the room and without cover, and the Television programmed options were limited.

The guest house is well appointed and spotlessly clean. The room had a choice of shower or bath tub with toiletries including foam and bath salts. The furniture throughout is exceptional with gallery pieces. Breakfast was an elaborate affair with fruits, yogurt and granola followed by a hearty warm breakfast .

There was a leak in the bathroom after a heavy downpour. Hope the owners pick that up.

Everything

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It’s a Beautiful property in a perfect location with an amazing view

Everything was perfect

It was beautiful. Room decor was delicious and beautifully considered. I loved the massive windows with easy flowing high quality easy flowing muslin nets and drapes. Plenty of cupboard space. My hosts were charming , relaxed and super helpful. The bed was beyond comfortable. The ambience was serene. The shower was hot and powerful. The towels were crisp and fresh. The toiletries were luxurious. The balcony was natural, quiet and super comfortable. The pop popping of the frogs in the stream down below and the occasional raucous crowing of the four or five occasionaly visiting Ibis ( I think) was enchanting. Breakfasts every morning included a fabulous choice of fresh fruit, yoghurts, breads and cereals with piping hot coffee and a really tasty cooked breakfast to follow. The mini sausages were heavenly. My room was made up daily by very pleasant and friendly ladies who also cooked breakfast.

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outstanding hosts

The place was romantic 😍 Bathroom had bath salts and candles for those relaxing moments in the evening.

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Spent minimal time there. Basically only slept there. Room and location cannot be faulted.

There was no back up power during load shedding and the aircon could not be used. The temperature was over 35 Deg C in the day and the room was very hot during the the 2 load shedding slots.

An amazing stay at Calais Guest House. A beautiful property with great service, and in a brilliant location. Our rooms were spotlessly clean, both overlooking the swimming pool. Faultless from start to finish. 🍷

This place is a real find, it’s tucked away in a quiet location, amazing views but only a short walk into town. This home is beautifully appointed and the hosts are so welcoming and generous. The room was very spacious and comfortable, nice extra touches that made you feel home from home. The pool and terrace is a lovely place to relax. Breakfast was amazing, nothing was too much trouble. You’ll be really well looked after if you stay here.

The Calais Guesthouse is a great spot to stay at Franschhoek. The guesthouse is equipped with lots of elegant pictures and other art things. Breakfast is very good and served by the most friendly staff. Ané and Carlos who run the place are the most lovely and helpful people. If we come to Franschhoek again, this is the place to stay.

The host was amazing and so was Gina. She took very good care of us and ensured we enjoyed our stay. I think my highlight was when she checked in on us after an early check out due to unforeseen circumstances. Would definitely visit again

No UPS during loadshedding.

Clean, beautiful, views, location, stuff and owners

Nothing much except labeling the house number for ease of finding.

Loved the location and the view. Our hosts Ane and Carlos were great and always there to help out when needed. Very friendly staff and a big shout out for Gina greeting us with her friendly smiley face and providing a lovely breakfast for us. Room was lovely with great views towards the mountains and looking down on Franschhoek.

The load shedding was a bit of an issue as it was off from about 8.00pm to 6.00am everyday.