One of the best camping experiences in the cape. Thank you for sharing your home with us on our travels around the country. The personal touches and attention to detail set among the majestic vineyards makes for an experience to remember. We can not wait to come back. ~ Daryl & Brendon, 28-30th September 2019 (Durban)
Requirements
• From R450.00 per night per vehicle • Only one vehicle per campsite • Maximum 4 people per campsite • Additional person R250.00 per night • Additional vehicle R150.00 per night • Maximum stay 7 days • NO GROUND TENTS • NO PETS
FRANSCHHOEK CAMPING
Tucked away into the scenic Franschoek valley, Franschhoek Camping, at Heuwelsig Farm, offers luxury camping grounds in the heart of the Cape Wineland.
The farm is situated 5 km from the picturesque town of Franschhoek and only an hours drive from Cape Town International airport.
Franschhoek Camping is just the place if you are looking for a beautiful, safe spot to overnight. We welcome motorhomes, RV’s, auto homes, overlanders and 4×4 caravans only.
This working farm can be found on the La Motte Station Road behind Leopards Leap. Just follow the gravel road to the end.
Franschhoek Camping, offers 5 camping sites, with breathtaking valley and mountain views, vineyards, pool areas and barbecue facilities. (Wood for sale)
Features
- Free wifi at hotspot
- Electrical points
- Barbecue facilities (Wood for sale)
- Water taps & wash basins for dishes
- Ablution x 2 with hot showers and flush toilets
- Plug points for hairdryers
- Safe plots, electrical fenced
- Two communal fenced of pools
- Camping 1,2 & 3 on grass with build gazebo & picnic area
- Camping 4 & 5 on woodchips
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The Best Experience Ever
Although we were the first guests on their new campground, we had a fantastic stay! It is a great place, beautiful views, and everything you need is there.
Even two bottles of "Eikendat" were supplied by the most friendly hosts!!
~ Roermond: Marion & Alex, Hans & Monique Leenarts (The Netherlands)
Savour Your Next Holiday
Other things to do on the Heuwelsig farm
Heuwelsig Cottages
Set in a unique location, against the shade of the Franschhoek Mountains, with spectacular views and farm ambience, Heuwelsig Cottages offers two beautifully decorated self-catering cottages.
Franschhoek E-Bikes
Franschhoek isn’t just about restaurants and wine tastings, it’s also about adventure. Join Franschhoek E-bikes to experience Franschhoek from a different angle. Explore the Franschhoek mountains via the numerous meandering paths with spectacular views of the valley below. E-bikes are suitable for all fitness levels and we choose a route specific to your capabilities / what you are comfortable with. Experience the thrill of mountain biking, with less effort!
Directions
Directions to Heuwelsig Cottages from Cape Town Airport
From the airport, take the N2 South towards Somerset West. After about 2km, take the first exit: R300 to Bellville and Durbanville. The R300 will take you through to the N1 turn-off. Take the turn-off to the N1 going towards Paarl. Thereafter follow the directions below
Directions to Heuwelsig Cottages from Cape Town
From Cape Town, take the N1 highway towards Paarl.
Continue on the N1 until you reach the R44 Stellenbosch / (R101) Klapmuts / Wellington turn-off (Exit 47, about 19.5km after the R300 turn-off). Take this turn-off and turn right at the stop sign at the bottom of the turn-off.
Go under the bridge and cross over the traffic lights indicating (R101). Continue on this road for about 500 metres where you will see the (R45) turn-off to Franschhoek to your left. Take this road and travel for approximately 9km until you reach the T-junction (you will see Vrede en Lust on your right and cross over an old rail track right before you reach the T-junction). At the T-junction turn right towards Franschhoek R45. Continue on this road. You will pass Simondium Country Lodge on your left and the R310 to Stellenbosch, on your right. Cross the Dwars River bridge, pass the Groot Drakenstein Games Club on your left and L’Omarins on your right. Continue past Bridge House on your right and The Riverside on your left. You will then cross the Berg River bridge.
Approximately 1km further you will pass the R301 on your left and the Berg River Dam on your right. From here you continue and La Motte Estate will be on your left. Just past the Estate you will see a green road sign reading ‘La Motte Station Road” here you turn left onto the gravel road. Please note, there is no board, so please look out for Leopards Leap at the bottom of the road. Travel along this gravel road for approximately 800m, until you come to an iron gate. Heuwelsig Farm.
Please let me know your estimated time of arrival and phone me to open the gate on your arrival. Follow the signs to the cottages, by turning right immediately and then first left. Enjoy your trip and drive safely.
Reservation Inquiries
OFFICE HOURS
8:00 – 16:00 (Monday – Friday) The project manager will be on call over the weekend if assistance is needed.
TELEPHONE +27 (0)82 959 5836 EMAIL heuwelsig@gmail.com
ADDRESS R45, La Motte Station Road, LA MOTTE Finding us could not be easier, we are roughly 5km outside of the village Franschhoek, behind Leopards Leap. Turn right on to the gravel road and follow the road until you reach a black iron gate.
GPS S33°52’50.88 E19°4’56.639′
Cancellation policy
1 month before stay date 50% of your deposit is refundable if you cancel 1 month or more before your check in date. 2 weeks before stay date 25% of your deposit is refundable if you cancel between 1 month and 2 weeks before your check in date. Less than 2 weeks before stay date 0% of your deposit is refundable if you cancel more than 2 weeks before your check in dat