Klein Waterval Riverside Lodge
R45 Groot Drakenstein, Franschhoek 7690 South Africa
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#4 of 25 B&Bs in Franschhoek
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In the Franschhoek Valley on the banks of the Berg River, surrounded by vineyards and dramatic mountain views, Klein Waterval Riverside Lodge offers friendly country hospitality in a relaxed farm atmosphere. Comfortable double bedrooms, each with their own entrance and private terrace, overlook tranquil gardens and vineyards. A delicious wholesome farm breakfast is served, and for dinner, nearby Franschhoek buzzes with bistros and restaurants. Enjoy the magnificent swimming pool or unwind on the peaceful deck alongside the stream.
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Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
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Free breakfast
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R45 Groot Drakenstein, Franschhoek 7690 South Africa
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Another visit to stay with Trevor, Ezna, Brigit and the team at Kleine Wateval, and another perfect stay. Rooms excellent, breakfast wonderful, location perfect, and the personal service outstanding. Everything we wished to visit on our holiday, both in Franschhoek and Cape Town, was arranged for us by Ezna and Brigit, who cut through the 'local blockages' and enabled us to go where we wanted to, when we wanted to. Nothing was too much trouble. My sole concern is that by letting everyone know what a gem this is, and how well they look after you, the next time we wish to visit it may be full and we won't be able get a room!
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Date of stay: November 2023
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Response from Ezna Avis, General Manager at Klein Waterval Riverside Lodge
Responded 5 days ago
Dear JClass789, From our heart, we would like to thank you so much for your fantastic review of Klein Waterval. I am so happy that you thoroughly enjoyed your stay once again with us. All the best for the rest of the year and we can't wait to welcome you back! Warm regards Trevor, Ezna, Bridgit and KWRL Team
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Bridget and team accommodated a very very last minute cancellation just hours before check in and refunded me in full ! Thank you . We have stayed there before and cannot recommend them highly enough . Excellent breakfast and lovely rooms ..
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Response from Ezna Avis, General Manager at Klein Waterval Riverside Lodge
Responded 16 Oct 2023
Dear Fran D, Thank you very much for the fantastic review! We really appreciate the effort and we can't wait to welcome you back to our lovely guesthouse. Take care and have a fantastic day! Warm regards Ezna, Bridgit and Klein Waterval Team
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The lodge is a small boutique like hotel with fantastic views over the surrounding countryside, vineyards and mountains. It’s about half an hour drive from Stellenbosch. The bedroom in our lodge, there are eight in total, was well appointed and airy. There is a small bar and the swimming pool is good.
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Ezna Avis, General Manager at Klein Waterval Riverside Lodge
Responded 15 Jul 2023
Dear 34Marc S, Thank you so much for your excellent review. I am very happy that you had such a peaceful and restful stay. I really we can host you again in the near future. Warm regards Ezna and Klein Waterval Team
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The Riverside Lodge is a perfect place to discover the vineland on the way from the garden route to Cape town, tourist guide-information included. Relaxed atmosphere and a great view. Short distance to Franschhoek and Stellenbosch.
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Date of stay: April 2023
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Response from Ezna Avis, General Manager at Klein Waterval Riverside Lodge
Responded 24 Apr 2023
Dear eschul321090, Thank you so much for your fantastic review. I am so happy that you had such a wonderful stay. Wishing you all the best for the rest of the year. Warm regards Ezna and Klein Waterval Team
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A lovely spot with gorgeous views of the mountains. We found the room to be very clean with a very comfortable bed and good quality bedding. The bathroom was small but perfectly adequate with plenty of hot water on tap. WiFi worked well. When we arrived, we were shown around by the owner Trevor who carefully highlighted his recommendations for restaurants. Recommendations that were spot on and ensured we ate well in town. Breakfast was excellent with a great choice. The star of the show was Ezna the manageress who simply could not have been more helpful. Our car broke down and she was a star in organising taxis etc. Great stay and we would not hesitate to return.
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Date of stay: April 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Ezna Avis, General Manager at Klein Waterval Riverside Lodge
Responded 15 Apr 2023
Dear LaTertraie56, Thank you so much for your absolutely amazing review! I am so happy that you had such a fantastic stay and that everything worked out so well. Hope you thoroughly enjoy the rest of your holiday in South Africa and all the best back at home. Warm regards Ezna and Klein Waterval Team
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This is literally the best place to stay in South Africa. Klein Waterval really knows what excellent service is. I have never met a host who is so kind, warm, helpfull, genuine and makes you feel at home as Ezna does. She is the secret behind Klein Waterval. She has a lot of human knowledge and therefore she knows exactly what a person needs, likes or dislikes. Than the lodge… it’s amazing, stunning view, beautiful pool and very clean. Breakfast is also great! Thank you (again) for having us and we wish you many many happy guests.
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Date of stay: March 2023
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Response from Ezna Avis, General Manager at Klein Waterval Riverside Lodge
Responded 04 Apr 2023
Dearest EsterDutchie, Thank you so much for this amazing review! You have no idea how much we appreciate this review - and I am so happy that you have thoroughly enjoyed your stay at Klein Waterval. It was so good seeing you again...and hopefully we can welcome you back in the near future. Warmest regards, Ezna and Klein Waterval Team
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I stayed at Klein Waterval for several days and nights during the activities of a friend's wedding just down the road and loved it so much that I want to come back in the future with my husband, stay again, and use it as our home base for our own wine tour. There are many lovely places to stay in this area, however, the big differentiator for Klein Waterval is the level of personalization they bring to the entire experience to make it feel like a home away from home. As a solo traveler, I was surprised and comforted by the fact that Ezna reached out to see if I landed OK, and to ask when I would arrive. It made my husband feel better knowing there was someone up and waiting for my arrival. Once I got there, Trevor explained the "lay of the land" in the region. Each morning I was greeted with a beautiful, bountiful, healthy breakfast including yogurt with passionfruit, their own pomegranates, seeds, plates of meats and cheese, and hot breakfast as well (tomato, eggs, bacon, toast, locally made croissants, mushrooms, etc). The breakfast itself takes place beside a relaxing, bubbling stream. The rooms are lovely and contain all you need to have a respite. If you like a bit of charm in your bed and breakfast, then this will hit the nail on the head. My bungalow was surrounded by planted lavender and I awoke to its gentle perfume wafting through the windows each morning. Ezna helped me to plan out my trip to hit the highlights of local vineyards in between wedding activities and when I left I felt like I had really taken in the key things to do in the time I had. I cannot underscore how welcoming she was, and how our delightful conversations felt like the loveliest start to each day. You will not be disappointed in your stay here. I already miss it!…
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Travelled solo
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Response from Ezna Avis, General Manager at Klein Waterval Riverside Lodge
Responded 25 Mar 2023
Dear shalala85, What an amazing review you have done for us! I am so happy that you had such a fantastic experience and most important the you felt safe with us as a solo traveler. I can't wait to meet the rest of the family. See you (hopefully) very soon. Warmest regards Ezna and Klein Waterval Team
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Well what a fabulous place this is. Set back from the road overlooking vineyards and the mountains. Had a great room in the thatched roof building with 4 poster bed upstairs. Rooms were nice and comfy with a desert bathroom . Lovely swimming pool with sun loungers facing the mountains. Not to far from Franschoek centre and used Uber to Boschendal which was easy and just down the road. Now it’s all well and good having these nice places but what really makes them tick……it’s defiantly the people who work there. It was nice to meet and chat with the owner Trevor who told us the history of the building. Best of all is the manager Ezna a very welcoming person who is lovely to chat to and nothing is to much of a problem. Always helpful and has a great relationship with the guests. Cleaning ladies were always cheerful and let’s not forget the lovely cooked breakfast made by Blessed. What is the best recommendation for any business and that is a returning customer. And we will most defiantly be doing that with familly. So if visiting Franschoek this is the place to go. Thank you…
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Date of stay: March 2023
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Response from Ezna Avis, General Manager at Klein Waterval Riverside Lodge
Responded 16 Mar 2023
Dear Martin5192, I don't know how to thank you for this review. You have touched everybody's hearts and made everybody felt so special. I am so happy that you have thoroughly enjoyed your stay and can't wait to welcome you back to Klein Waterval. Warm regards Ezna and Klein Wateval Team
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Klein Waterval was recommended to me and in the main it didn't disappoint. It is a solid 3 star with the most attentive staff. Ezna was amazing and couldn't do enough for us. We used Uber and they were good and easy to get from both Franschhoek and Stellenbosch. The dogs barking through the night were a bit annoying. You need to work round Loadshedding and the wifi if you need it.
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Date of stay: March 2023
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Response from Ezna Avis, General Manager at Klein Waterval Riverside Lodge
Responded 11 Mar 2023
Dear garylittle2023, Thank you so much for your review on Tripadvisor. And I am very happy that you enjoyed your stay and our service. I am so sorry about the doggies barking at night. We have otters in the river at night and owls in the trees, that is why they bark some of the nights. We had internet problems that week when you stayed with us, that is why getting good internet was so challenging. We have switched to another company and all is sorted now. Warm regards Ezna and Klein Waterval Team
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The Host Enzo ( I hope I’ve spelt her name right!) was absolutely fantastic! Friendly, knowledgeable, helpful and professional. She got us a dinner reservation in a fully booked Franschhoek when our booking at Gran Provence was cancelled last minute. That’s service eh 😊 The accommodation itself is lovely too. Stunning views, gorgeous pool area, pretty and comfortable rooms and delicious breakfast. Highly recommend. We can’t wait to return.
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Ezna Avis, General Manager at Klein Waterval Riverside Lodge
Responded 07 Mar 2023
Dearest NorthStar34459171831 Thank you so much for your excellent review! And, I am so happy that everything worked out so well and that you have thoroughly enjoyed your stay. We are also looking forward having you back with us again! Counting the days! Warm regards Ezna and Klein Waterval Team
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PRICE RANGE
US$176 - US$198 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Klein Waterval Riverside Lodge
Which popular attractions are close to Klein Waterval Riverside Lodge?
Nearby attractions include Franschhoek Motor Museum (1.4 km), Glenwood Vineyards (7.1 km), and Boschendal (4.7 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Klein Waterval Riverside Lodge?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and a pool.
Which room amenities are available at Klein Waterval Riverside Lodge?
Top room amenities include a flat screen TV, a desk, and a fireplace.
What food & drink options are available at Klein Waterval Riverside Lodge?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast and a lounge during their stay.
Is parking available at Klein Waterval Riverside Lodge?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Klein Waterval Riverside Lodge?
Conveniently located restaurants include La Petite Colombe, Lust Bistro & Bakery, and Pierneef à La Motte.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Klein Waterval Riverside Lodge?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Klein Waterval Riverside Lodge?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Afrikaans.
Are there any historical sites close to Klein Waterval Riverside Lodge?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Boschendal (4.7 km).
Does Klein Waterval Riverside Lodge have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the mountain view available here.