It is said that La Residence in Franschoek is in a class of its own, where exquisite vineyards and mountains meet for an all-round sensory indulgence. This being said one could not ask for a more picture perfect back drop for a wedding ceremony than the newly completed ‘Villas in the Vineyard’ at La Residence. It might not play host the Royal wedding of Prince William and Miss Catherine Middleton tomorrow, but for Owner and proprietor Liz Boden’s daughter getting married there on the 29th as well, it certainly will be an auspicious start to a lifetime of bliss.
Commanding spectacular mountain views and nestling amidst vineyards and orchards, each one of the 6 newly created Villas will have an individual layout and room configurations, with each appointed structures looking either into the vineyards and up the mountain or down the valley. The Villas are set apart from one another but share a spacious open-plan Terrace Room where butlers and private chefs offer personalized service of the highest order; and where meals can be either served in your own Villa or enjoyed outside on the terrace beside a roaring open fire.
A stone’s throw from the property’s Cabernet Sauvignon & Shiraz vines, the six individually-designed Villas have been beautifully decorated by owner Liz Boden. Once again, Liz has brought together her love for vibrant colours, fabric, furniture and family living to produce an excitingly different concept in stylish country retreats. The elegant but relaxed and child-friendly environment includes a state-of-the-art widescreen television, a rimflow swimming pool and lush green lawn.
With characteristic panache Liz has created a series of highly original spaces which abound in confident and unashamed theatricality. With their luscious swags of silk and glittering chandeliers, these Villas form an inspired counterpoint to their majestic mountain surrounds whilst remaining reassuringly comfortable and easygoing. This is truly informal opulence at its best.