Calais Guest House in Franschhoek

Calais Guest House offers Queen Rooms with Pool View, Luxury King or Twin Rooms with Pool View, and Superior Double or Twin Rooms. Each room includes air conditioning, a TV, a hair dryer, tea and coffee making facilities, and free WiFi. Private bathrooms come with complimentary toiletries, foam bath salts, and a choice of shower or bathtub. Some rooms feature a balcony or direct access to the pool. Additional touches include comfortable beds, crisp linens, and spacious wardrobe space. Rooms are cleaned daily by friendly staff.

Breakfast is served indoors or on the terrace with 360-degree views of the Franschhoek mountains. The meal starts with fresh fruit, yogurt, granola, breads, and cereals. A cooked-to-order hot breakfast follows, including options like mini sausages. Guests consistently praise the breakfasts prepared by the chef, Blom. There is no onsite restaurant for lunch or dinner; however, the guest house is within walking distance of many acclaimed restaurants in Franschhoek's main street.

The guest house has an outdoor swimming pool with sun loungers and pool towels. The pool is surrounded by a peaceful garden with private seating areas. Guests can borrow bicycles to explore the area. The shared lounge area offers a space to relax indoors. The property also features a terrace with mountain views, ideal for reading or enjoying a drink.

Calais Guest House is located 950 metres from the centre of Franschhoek and a 10-minute walk from the Franschhoek Wine Tram. It is also 950 metres from the Huguenot Monument. The property sits on a quiet cul-de-sac near Mont Rochelle Nature Reserve. Free airport shuttle services are available, and the guest house offers car hire and a shuttle service for local travel. Bus #7 links to nearby towns.

The guest house provides free WiFi throughout the property and free private parking. Daily housekeeping is included. Guests can arrange private check-in and check-out. The owners Ane and Carlos Venter offer personalised service, including suggestions for local activities. A shared lounge area is available. The guest house is adults-only and non-smoking, with a designated smoking area.