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Holden Manz Country House

5.0 star property

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Courtyard
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually furnished
Free daily full breakfast
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Laundry
    Laundry

Explore the area

Map
3 Green Valley Road, Franschhoek, Western Cape, 7690
  • Hottentots-Holland Nature Reserve
    13 min walk
  • Huguenot Monument
    3 min drive
  • Franschhoek Wine Tram
    4 min drive
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    67 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Classic Suite

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually furnished

Classic Suite

  • 30 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually furnished

King Suite

  • 54 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Holden Manz Country House

Luxury country house with winery and full-service spa
This country house features an attached winery, a full-service spa and an outdoor pool. Free full breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Additionally, a restaurant, a bar/lounge and a conference centre are on-site.
Holden Manz Country House offers 5 air-conditioned accommodations with iPod docking stations and DVD players. This individually furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with a rainfall showerhead, dressing gowns, slippers and complimentary toiletries.

This Franschhoek country house provides complimentary wireless Internet access. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include a safe and a hairdryer. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

Recreational amenities at the country house include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

The on-site spa has 3 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology.

The spa is open selected days. Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa.

During your stay at Holden Manz Country House, you're just a quick walk from Cape Floral Region Protected Areas. Enjoy features like free breakfast and free WiFi in public areas, plus a full-service spa.
  • Free full breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Treat yourself to reflexology, facials or aromatherapy at the spa
  • Services include babysitting, dry cleaning/laundry and a concierge
  • On-site recreation includes yoga classes
  • Just a 5-minute walk from Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and 13 minutes on foot from Hottentots-Holland Nature Reserve
  • Airport and local-area shuttle service available for a fee
A winery is on site. Holden Manz Country House offers its guests a full-service spa and an outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury Holden Manz Country House. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Franschhoek country house.

Guests are served a free full breakfast daily from 8 AM to 10 AM.
Holden Manz Country House has a restaurant on site.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Xhosa

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8 AM to 10 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Private picnics

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • DVD player
  • Free cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace
  • Vineyard

Full-service spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open select days
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • 5 private bathrooms
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • IPod dock
  • LCD TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Holden Manz Country House

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 950 per room (one-way)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
This property does not have a front desk. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in information. The host will greet guests on arrival.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the country house before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

National rating

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

Property is also known as

Holden Manz Country
Holden Manz Country Franschhoek
Holden Manz Country House
Holden Manz Country House Franschhoek
Holden Manz Franschhoek
Holden Manz
Holden Manz Guest House Hotel Franschhoek
Holden Manz House Franschhoek
Holden Manz Country House Franschhoek
Holden Manz Country House Country House
Holden Manz Country House Country House Franschhoek

Holden Manz Country House Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 56 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 56 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 56 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 56 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 56 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Henk

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly seamless service in picturesque setting
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

John, atascadero

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
I booked 2 rooms for 2 nights each under my name in November. In January the couple to use the 2nd room had to cancel. I contacted Expedia and Holden Manz and was told I could cancel but would get no refund due to the terms Holden Manz setup with Expedia. Those terms could only be found after booking and paying in full in November for the 2 nights in April. "We understand that sometimes plans fall through. We do not charge a cancel or change fee. When the property charges such fees in accordance with its own policies, the cost will be passed on to you. Holden Manz Country House charges the following cancellation and change fees. The room/unit type and rate selected are non-refundable. Should you change or cancel this reservation for any reason, your payment will not be refunded. No refunds will be issued for late check-in or early check-out. Stay extensions require a new reservation. Prices and hotel availability are not guaranteed until full payment is received.If you would like to book multiple rooms, you must use a different name for each room. Otherwise, the duplicate reservation will be canceled by the hotel." Based on those terms the 2nd room should have been cancelled when it was booked as both rooms were in my name. The guest reception manager told me if I had booked directly I could cancel 2-3 days before and get a full refund. The rate was not a "special" rate. In fact it was $586/night per room per day. Currently $183 Exp/$169direct
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here 2/19/24 through 2/21. Location and property are absolutely beautiful, but unwalkable from downtown Franschhoek, so you'll need a rental car or us their recommended taxi service via Whatsapp if you plan to drink lots of wine. Uber was not reliable in this area. The staff were very nice and the breakfast options were good, but limited. I would highly recommend this location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

CLIVE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Magnificent
We had a truly amazing few days stay at Holden Manz. From start to finish we were treated like royalty, family and most important like friends. Frank went so above and beyond that it was humbling. We will return any time we are in Franschhoek and look forward to seeing you all. Special thanks to Gerard & Migo for welcoming us into their home.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A perfect location!
Our stay stay at Holden Manz Country House was absolutely superb. It was just a pity we couldn't have stayed longer. The location is tranquil and beautiful, the staff super friendly and helpful and the accommodation clean, spacious and well equipped. The wine tasting is not to be missed either! This really is a gem of a find and we'd love to visit again for longer. It's a short drive into Franschoek which is lovely with many galleries and artisanal shops, good coffee shops and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

olga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A splendid vineyard estate filled with art! I enjoyed beautiful walks and wine tasting. The owners and staff have been very helpful and kind.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Celine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

PAUL

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible location with spectacular views and exceptional hospitality. Great value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ita

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The facilities were top notch, great power shower. Rooms (suites) very spacious. Property had great character, extraordinary art displayed all over the hotel. Friendly, helpful service. Loved the fire in the bedrooms and lounge. The wine is great, love the Oak Chardonnay. Only negative is no restaurant, should you want an evening meal. Plenty of eateries in town though.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jurjen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great views, excelent stay!
excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
beautiful location - excellent helpful and friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rachel, England

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The team that work at Holden Manz were superb. They were helpful, informative and they made our stay. For this reason we would recommend others to stay. Thoughtful touches include welcome drink, bottle of wine in room and local tips and recommendations. They had lovely artwork around the property showcasing South African artists. Thank you for a lovely stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Tshegofatso, Fourways, Johannesburg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Relaxed and understated luxury
Great place. Friendly service. Delicious food. Fabulous wine. Beautifully done.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful stay
So special. Best views and incredible food.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous place to unwind and relax. Amazing location, Franschhoek town is lovely and this will be an amazing stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Most amazing stay of our lives!
This was with out a doubt the most amazing experience of our lives. We went there for a romantic getaway and the staff made us feel incredibly special from the moment we arrived. I had asked the staff to make the room special for the night and they did not disappoint, with champagne, flowers and candles throughout the room! When we arrived back from supper they had started a fire in our room, turned down our bed for us as well as provide us with a full weather report for the next day. We felt so spoilt! The breakfasts the following day are also really good, large tasty portions which is well presented and served to you. To top it all off, we received a bottle of wine as a goodbye gift. Thanks Holden Manz team for the incredible hospitality - we will be back for sure!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jacquelyn, Brisbane

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stunning location with very friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jane

A Special Pkace in Franschhoek
Fabulous hotel with friendly and helpful staff. Beautiful area and surrounds. Rooms more than comfortable, artwork in hotel a treat to see.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Chicago

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The grounds and facilities were beautiful and the staff and owners most welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Riaan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing and beautiful!
We expected Holden Manz to be nice, but it was amazing. Everyone was so lovely and warm, wine and food (breakfast as well as the restaurant) was delicious. It is set in such a beautiful part of wine country! We did the tram one day - go the green line it was fab!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

Hein

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic!
Me and my girlfriend had a great time at Holden Manz. Everything was absolutely perfect in every detail. From arrival, to breakfast, to the main house, to the room itself etc etc. It has been decorated into detail. We stayed 3 nights and 4 days and enjoyed every moment. High tea was a great experience swell in the afternoon. We also did have dinner all 3 nights in their great restaurant. I did see before that did get a 5 out of 5 rating and the deserve this 100%. Will come back again.

10/10 Excellent

Mark, Boston, MA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Exceedingly nice guest house in the wine country
Very comfortable room in a very nice surroundings with an excellent service-oriented staff. We would gladly return if we are in the area again.