The Cottage on 55
55 Huguenot Street
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Why people book this hotel
“Breakfast is delicious, better than in any of the cool cafes in town”
“All went well… Really charming people, beautiful room and delicious breakfast…”
“Quiet, not overlooked, high quality - hosts were exceptional - really friendly, …”
“The property is beautiful, the hosts are very genuine and helpful”
“Loved everything, from the room itself, to the garden, to the breakfast, to the …”
“Independent room with a marvelous garden”
“Beautiful property, great location and wonderful hosts”
“Great location and wonderful hosts”
“The cottage is beautifully presented, very clean & comfortable”
“You can see and feel the love and care they’ve put into every corner of the plac…”
“Parking the car safely behind the gate was also a big plus and gave us peace of …”
Overview
Offering an outdoor pool, The Cottage on 55 is located in Franschhoek and is 5 minutes' walk away from restaurants and shops. Free WiFi access is available. Each room has a private entrance, tea-and-coffee making facilities and a private bathroom. Extras include an outdoor seating area, bed linen and a fan. At The Cottage on 55 you will find barbecue facilities and a terrace. Other facilities offered at the property include an ironing service and laundry facilities. The property offers free parking and has 2 city road bicycles, which can be rented free of charge. The bed and breakfast is 1.2 km from Franschhoek Monument and Cape Town International Airport is 49 km away.
Traveller reviews
Leigh
couple
May 21, 2026
“Lovely location, room and hosts.”
Everything. These 2 fellow dutchies were lovely and I would definitely go back to visit. Thank you Guido and Erna.
Nicholas
couple
May 17, 2026
“Best stay of our trip”
Quiet, not overlooked, high quality - hosts were exceptional - really friendly, helpful and breakfast was lovely.
Fiachra
couple
April 20, 2026
Beautiful property, great location and wonderful hosts. Wish we could have stayed longer , a great location to enjoy the town and the region.
Cristiana
couple
April 20, 2026
“Great stay in the heart of Franschhoek!”
Everything is amazing! The property is beautiful, the hosts are very genuine and helpful. Breakfast is delicious, better than in any of the cool cafes in town. The courtyard is a hidden spot to relax and the breakfast in the garden is something that will stay with us as a fond memory of our trip to South Africa! Thank you Guido and Erna for your hospitality!
Adam
couple
April 14, 2026
Loved everything, from the room itself, to the garden, to the breakfast, to the hosts! Really would love to visit again some time.
Joe
couple
April 7, 2026
“Excellent in every way … treat yourself to this wonderful experience”
Everything
Jesus Antonio
couple
March 30, 2026
“Lovely experience”
Lovely house. Independent room with a marvelous garden. All went well… Really charming people, beautiful room and delicious breakfast…
Andrew
solo_traveller
March 28, 2026
“Enjoyed staying here and would recommend”
Great location and wonderful hosts. The property had everything you needed including a super comfy bed and pillows. The breakfast was just delicious.
Neal
couple
March 27, 2026
“Franschoek Gem”
Beautiful accommodation, bathroom and gardens. The hosts were extremely friendly ..so were the family cats. Breakfast was super delicious and homecooked. We loved our stay here and would highly recommend.
Marilee
couple
March 21, 2026
We loved everything about the accommodation. The hosts were just as amazing.
Marija
couple
February 16, 2026
“Felt like home…”
Extremely welcoming and kind host, excellent breakfast and beautiful property - oasis of peace..
Tina
couple
February 1, 2026
“Could not fault”
Stunning
Tracy
couple
January 29, 2026
“A wonderful home from home.”
What a lovely find. The hosts made us feel so comfortable. We had our own private outside seating area in a lovely garden. Breakfast outside by the pool with the other guests was really enjoyable.
Daniel
couple
January 22, 2026
“Can only say great things! Welcoming, homey and delicious breakfast !”
This accomodation was an absolute highlight of our trip. Stylishly decorated, wonderfully kept up and most importantly the lovely couple that runs it. The constantly fresh and different breakfast served in their garden tops the whole thing off. Can only recommend!
Stefanie
couple
December 30, 2025
“Spendid! We should have stayed longer at this amazing place.”
The Cottage on 55 is a lovely place with incredibly warm and welcoming hosts. I have absolutely nothing to complain about. The breakfast was excellent, served in a beautiful garden. I would definitely book it again.
Eckersley
couple
December 6, 2025
“Fabulous Franschhoek .”
Our hosts could not have done more to make us feel welcomed and well looked after. The breakfasts were outstanding, something different every day . The cottage is beautifully presented, very clean & comfortable.. we didn't want to leave. Lots of nice touches.
Philipp
couple
December 1, 2025
Wonderful house with wonderful people
Gaetan
couple
December 1, 2025
Room and breakfast excellent
Jan Roelof
couple
October 20, 2025
“A Truly Wonderful Stay in the Heart of Franschhoek”
Our stay at Guido and Erna’s beautiful B&B was simply perfect. From the moment we arrived, we felt genuinely welcomed. You can see and feel the love and care they’ve put into every corner of the place – from the stylish decor and spotless rooms to the little thoughtful touches that make you feel right at home. Breakfast was amazing every single morning – fresh, beautifully presented, and prepared with such attention to detail. Guido and Erna are incredibly kind and helpful hosts, always ready to share great tips about Franschhoek and its surroundings. Their warm hospitality made our stay extra special. The location is ideal – just a short and safe walk to the charming center of Franschhoek, where you can easily enjoy the restaurants, shops, and wine bars, even in the evening. Parking the car safely behind the gate was also a big plus and gave us peace of mind. We truly loved every minute of our stay and can’t recommend this place highly enough. Thank you, Guido and Erna, for making us feel so welcome – we can’t wait to come back!
Peter
couple
October 20, 2025
“Charming, quiet, hidden away and set in a beautiful and very tasteful property.”
We loved everything! The room in the cottage out the back was charming and quiet and our hosts were helpful and entertaining. The street felt quiet and safe and not far from restaurants and the main street. Oh my, Erna's breakfast was wonderful! Franschoek is quite an oasis of sophistication.
Facilities
Activities
Badminton equipment
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay, Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
Food & Drink
Breakfast in the room, Breakfast options, Wine/champagne
Food & drink safety
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Delivered food is securely covered, Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
General
Heating, Adult only, Non-smoking rooms
Internet
Internet services, Free WiFi, WiFi
Outdoors
Outdoor pool, Outdoor pool (seasonal), Garden, Terrace, Outdoor furniture, Outdoor fireplace
Parking
Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking, Street parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed
Pool and wellness
Swimming pool, Sun loungers or beach chairs, Sun umbrellas, Swimming Pool, Pool with view, Salt-water pool, Pool/beach towels, Shallow end
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety features
Access to health care professionals, Face masks for guests available, Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
Self check-in
Passport/ID information collected online before you arrive, Lockbox key collection at the property, Lockbox key collection near the property
Services
Daily housekeeping, Packed lunches, Car hire, Private check-in/check-out, Airport shuttle (additional charge), Ironing service, Airport shuttle, Babysitting/child services, Laundry
Deluxe Room
This double room has a small kitchenette, refrigerator, flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom.
Double Room with Garden View
This room has a separate bath, a small shower and free toiletries.
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