Explorers Club, Franschhoek

Key Collection | Sleeps 6 | Price from R12,650

The Explorers Club in Franschhoek is a property made for families and friends who love adventure, gathering and wide-open living.

Set in the heart of Franschhoek village on the site of the original railway ticket office, the house has been reimagined into a spacious retreat where the spirit of travel and discovery is woven into every detail.

At its heart is a vast open-plan kitchen, dining and living space that spills out onto a wraparound veranda, garden and pool — all framed by breathtaking mountain views. This is where long summer afternoons stretch on, and evenings unfold over good food and glasses of wine.

Four bedrooms (three ensuite plus a twin loft tucked into the eaves) create space for everyone — comfortably sleeping 6 adults and 4 children, with room for a toddler in a camp cot. Eclectic Africana-inspired interiors and a touch of whimsy make it as inviting as it is inspiring.

The Explorers Club embodies the essence of The Room Key: places that feel alive, rooted in story, and designed for people who want both adventure and stillness in equal measure.

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  • Sleeps 6 adults and 4 children 
  • 4 bedrooms / 5 beds
  • 4 bathrooms

Where you'll sleep

The sleeping arrangements you can expect at this property:

Bedroom 1 – Master Suite

1 x king bed
En-suite bathroom with bath, shower, loo and double basins
Private veranda with garden and pool access
Walk-through dressing room (ideal for a camp cot)

Bedroom 2 – Queen Room

1 x queen bed
En-suite bathroom with shower, washbasin and loo

Bedroom 3 – Bunk Room

1 x bunk bed (sleeps 2) + 1 x single bed
En-suite bathroom with bath, washbasin and loo

Bedroom 4 – Loft Room

2 x single beds (can be converted to a king)
Open-plan bathroom with freestanding bath and washbasin
Accessed via narrow stairs, tucked into the eaves with skylight views

Sleeping capacity: Sleeps up to 6 adults and 4 children, with space for a toddler in a camp cot.

What's included

What’s included at this property:

  • All linen, bath & pool towels
  • Wi-Fi
  • Fireplace (wood-burning) with firewood & blitz starter packs
  • Underfloor heating in the master suite
  • Air-conditioning & ceiling fans
  • TV with DStv, DVD player & classic DVDs
  • Fully equipped kitchen:
    3 ovens (electric)
    2 hobs (1 gas, 1 electric)
    Indoor barbeque/braai
    Fridge with freezer
    Dishwasher
    Nespresso machine
    Coffee plunger
    Toaster & microwave
  • Custom-designed dining table with seating for gatherings
  • Veranda with stacking doors for seamless indoor–outdoor living
  • Solar-heated swimming pool
  • Private veranda off the master bedroom
  • Parking on premises

Additional notes:

  • Housekeeper available on request at an additional cost
  • No additional guests allowed on the property without host’s permission
  • No loud music
  • No pets

Important Information

  • The fourth loft bedroom is accessed via a narrow staircase and has an open-plan bathroom concept — please see photos to assess suitability, especially for children.
  • The bunk room is best suited for children or small adults.
  • The solar-heated pool is unfenced — children must be supervised at all times.
  • The property is in the centre of Franschhoek village — expect some ambient village sounds.
  • Explorers Club is primarily self-catering, but catering, lectures, small events or cookery classes can be arranged on request at an additional cost.
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