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Reviews of The Cottage on 55

55 Huguenot Street, 7690 Franschhoek, South Africa

#1 of 62 B&Bs and Inns in Franschhoek

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Review score

Based on 118 B&B reviews

9.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.9

  • Comfort

    9.9

  • Location

    9.8

  • Facilities

    9.9

  • Staff

    10.0

  • Value for money

    9.7

  • Free WiFi

    9.5

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  • Reviewed: 19 May 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The setting was magical, we had a beautiful peaceful space to retreat and rest. The hosts went out of their way to make us comfortable and welcome. The breakfasts were special, the coffee delicious. The decor is top notch. Lovely pool (although too cold when we were there). Would recommend highly.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 4 May 2025

    10
    wonderful, felt like we were visiting with old friends. Erna & Guido were so kind and helpful.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    beautiful home, lovely cottage, lots of space & very cozy and inviting

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 April 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    All great

    Loved the breakfast - multiple types of food all of which were delicious! The room and garden was lovely - felt right at home. The hosts were friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 15 April 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Super friendly hosts. Amazing cottage and a delicious breakfast!

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 15 April 2025

    10
    Beautiful apartment in Franschoek, lovely hosts!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    N/A

    This gorgeous bed and breakfast has 2 rooms for guests in a cottage house behind the family's main home. The location is perfect, easy to walk into town and SO close to the wine tram. The apartment was beautifully decorated and extremely comfortable with every amenity you could ask for. Due to rain, the family hosted us in their own home for breakfast, which was absolutely fabulous- I would definitely stay here again!

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 13 April 2025

    10
    Great stay. Would love to come back.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very nice and helpful hosts with a great breakfast (with a different warm dish every day)!!! Very nicely decorated and in a great location in town.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 April 2025

    10
    Delightful cottage in a beautiful setting, 5-10 mins walk from many restaurants, lovely breakfast
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The shower only has an overhead “rain shower” which can not be angled or repositioned, so the addition of a hand held /flexible shower attachment (either in the shower cubicle OR by the bath) would have been great.

    Beautiful property in a quiet area of a delightful neighbourhood. Lovely gardens with use of the pool, & the cottage is spacious & has its own private patio. Great hosts.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 April 2025

    9.0
    Loved the property and fell in love with the town
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Comfortable, clean neat and the nicest owners

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 April 2025

    10
    Perfect, super comfy cottage with exquisite breakfast!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Wow, a hidden gem in Franschhoek! Erna and Guido are amazing hosts, with great personalities and eye for detail. The breakfast served in the garden, was the best we've experienced in South Africa so far. The cottage is super cute, very comfy and walking distance from all the shops and restaurants! We recommend this place wholeheartedly and we hope to come back soon!

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 March 2025

    9.0
    Would return. Lovely peaceful stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing.

    The breakfast was excellent. The garden was beautiful. The room was very comfortable with a separate bath and shower.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 March 2025

    10
    Fantastic!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    None

    Everything! Super friendly and attentive host, cozy and stylish room, delicious breakfast in a beautiful garden.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 9 March 2025

    10
    Special stay in Franshhoek.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing, everything was perfect.

    Such a beautiful cottage, very thoughtfully decorated and lots of little special touches from our hosts. As others have commented breakfast is very special. Great location and very safe walking into the village for dinner or wine tram. Decor very tasteful, crisp white sheets and towels, coffee machine and honesty fridge in the room. Very private for swimming and enjoying the garden. Hosts very attentive.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 February 2025

    10
    Relaxing. The hosts looked after us really well and prepared delicious breakfasts each morning. The Saturday farmers mar
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing, it was wonderful.

    Everything! Beautiful setting, high quality building, furnishing and fittings, and very spacious with our own private terrace area and use of the shared pool. Just a few minutes walk from the wine tram, the village with its bars and restaurants and several wine farms.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 February 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful garden and surroundings. Spacious.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 15 February 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    Erna and Guido are fantastic hosts that really make you feel welcome and at home. The house has a beautiful garden where you will surely enjoy homemade breakfast. The room has everything you might need and comfy beds. Without a single doubt this was a 10/10 experience. Magic!

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 18 January 2025

    10
    We had a wonderful two night stay in the cottage. Beautiful garden setting and lovely hosts. The attention to detail was
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A beautiful little cottage in a pretty garden. Wonderful attentive hosts.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 18 January 2025

    10
    Perfection
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    This is a little gem! I have no hesitation in recommending this delightful b and b. The hosts could not have been more welcoming . Their attention to detail was amazing and the breakfast was outstanding .

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 18 December 2024

    10
    Cottage on 55 is highly recommended.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Friendly host. Beautiful accommodation. Attention to detail.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 December 2024

    10
    Walking distance of the wine tram, nice hosts and a clean and comfortable private cottage, can highly recommend
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Walking distance of the wine tram, nice hosts and a clean and comfortable private cottage, can highly recommend

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 November 2024

    10
    A great place to stay in Franschhoek.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Stunning setting, stunning garden, clean, romantic, frendly. And fantastic breakfast!

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 November 2024

    10
    Had a super stay. Would highly recommend.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    Pretty garden, leading to comfortable accommodation. Extra special touches in room & at breakfast( which was fabulous)Great location. Very helpful hosts.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 November 2024

    10
    Amazing!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The hosts were lovely and accommodating. The property is clean and is in a great location as you can walk to the Franschhoek Wine Tram (5 minutes away) and other restaurants in the area. It’s quite safe as well.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 October 2024

    10
    Just perfect
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The Cottage on 55 is a prime example of a B&B. The arrival was very friendly, we were warmly welcomed. The complex is beautiful with a garden, everything is super clean and very well maintained. The room was a dream and lovingly decorated. The breakfast was extremely tasty and prepared a la minute; we had the best poached egg of our trip. The hosts Erna and Guido are always available, very welcoming and happy to give tips for exploring the area. The world needs more Ernas and Guidos, we would give 11 points if we could. Thanks for everything and see you soon! S&T

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 October 2024

    10
    The property had many stylish details. Our hosts were kind and engaging. We loved the experience.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Breakfast was wonderful and varied each day.

    Stayed in October 2024

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