The Bunkhouse
About
Accommodation is available in both shared and private en-suite rooms, providing flexible options for different types of stays. Rooms are thoughtfully equipped with a bar fridge, private bathroom, shower and bathroom amenities, providing guests with the essential comforts for a convenient and relaxing stay. The BunkHouse has a welcoming, informal character designed to feel more like a home away from home than a traditional hotel, with spaces that encourage guests to connect and share experiences.
For active guests, the property offers a genuine performance gym, trails right outside the door, a swimming pool and spaces dedicated to recovery and relaxation. Guests can start the day with a run, ride or workout, take a swim, or simply enjoy the gardens and peaceful mountain surroundings.
Food is an important part of the BunkHouse experience. La Bella Vita offers Italian-inspired seasonal dining centred around generous, shared meals, while the Bull Braai Room brings South African fire cooking to the table with a focus on prime cuts and bold flavours. Long tables and communal dining spaces create a social atmosphere.
Whether staying for a night or settling in for longer, Old Marine BunkHouse offers a combination of comfortable accommodation, outdoor adventure, training, recovery and memorable dining. With en-suite rooms, bar fridges, bathroom amenities, showers, trails, a performance gym, swimming pool, gardens, communal dining and fireside spaces, it is a place to experience Franschhoek from a relaxed and active perspective.
Accommodation
Old Marine BunkHouse is a distinctive mountain retreat in Franschhoek, offering a relaxed setting where accommodation, wellness, outdoor adventure, food and community come together. Set at the foot of the mountains, the property provides an inviting base for guests looking to slow down, reconnect and enjoy the surrounding natural beauty.
Accommodation is available in both shared and private en-suite rooms, providing flexible options for different types of stays. Rooms are thoughtfully equipped with a bar fridge, private bathroom, shower and bathroom amenities, providing guests with the essential comforts for a convenient and relaxing stay. The BunkHouse has a welcoming, informal character designed to feel more like a home away from home than a traditional hotel, with spaces that encourage guests to connect and share experiences.
For active guests, the property offers a genuine performance gym, trails right outside the door, a swimming pool and spaces dedicated to recovery and relaxation. Guests can start the day with a run, ride or workout, take a swim, or simply enjoy the gardens and peaceful mountain surroundings.
Food is an important part of the BunkHouse experience. La Bella Vita offers Italian-inspired seasonal dining centred around generous, shared meals, while the Bull Braai Room brings South African fire cooking to the table with a focus on prime cuts and bold flavours. Long tables and communal dining spaces create a social atmosphere.
Whether staying for a night or settling in for longer, Old Marine BunkHouse offers a combination of comfortable accommodation, outdoor adventure, training, recovery and memorable dining. With en-suite rooms, bar fridges, bathroom amenities, showers, trails, a performance gym, swimming pool, gardens, communal dining and fireside spaces, it is a place to experience Franschhoek from a relaxed and active perspective.
Facilities
Secured parking, Gym, Free parking, Laundry service, Outdoor Pool, Restaurant, BBQ / picnic area, Wi-Fi
Location & Surroundings
Franschhoek is a beautiful Winelands village surrounded by mountains, vineyards and historic wine estates. Guests can enjoy a relaxed atmosphere while exploring the charming town centre, with its restaurants, cafés, galleries, boutiques and local shops all within easy reach.
The area is well known for its wine farms and culinary experiences. Guests can visit nearby estates for wine tastings, enjoy scenic lunches and explore the valley by car, bicycle or the Franschhoek Wine Tram.
For those interested in history and culture, Franschhoek has strong French Huguenot heritage, with attractions including the Huguenot Memorial Museum and Monument. The surrounding area also offers galleries, art spaces and historic estates to explore.
Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy the surrounding mountains and countryside, including hiking and scenic drives around Franschhoek Pass and Mont Rochelle Nature Reserve. Cape Town, Stellenbosch and other Cape Winelands destinations are also accessible by road, making Franschhoek a convenient base for exploring the wider region.
House Rules
Rooms
Premium En-Suite Tent Room
Sleeps 2
Premium en-suite tent with a king bed, a garden view, two showers, a bar fridge, coffee and tea facilities, bathroom amenities, towels and Wi-Fi. Additional beds are available on request at an additional cost.
A Bunk Bed
Sleeps 1
A single bunk bed in a Bunk Room that sleeps up to 6 guests, with private and communal bathrooms featuring enclosed showers and toilets. Includes luggage storage and secure bicycle storage, with dedicated space for bikes and training gear.
Twin En-Suite Room
Sleeps 2
A double en-suite room with 2 single beds, a private shower and toilet, luggage storage and a peaceful private garden space. Optional secure bicycle storage is available, with an additional bed available on request for an additional cost.
Bunkhouse Room 4
Sleeps 4
Bunkhouse room with single and bunk beds that sleep up to 4 guests, with private and communal bathrooms featuring enclosed showers and toilets. Includes luggage storage and secure bicycle storage, with dedicated space for bikes and training gear.
Bunkhouse Twin Room
Sleeps 2
A Bunkhouse room with two single beds, with private and communal bathrooms featuring enclosed showers and toilets. Includes luggage storage and secure bicycle storage, with dedicated space for bikes and training gear.
Bunkhouse Double Room
Sleeps 2
Bunkhouse room with a double bed, with private and communal bathrooms featuring enclosed showers and toilets. Includes luggage storage and secure bicycle storage, with dedicated space for bikes and training gear.
Premium Family Tent Room
Sleeps 4
Premium en-suite tent with a king bed and double bunk bed, a garden view, two showers, a bar fridge, coffee and tea facilities, bathroom amenities, towels and Wi-Fi.
Double En-Suite Room
Sleeps 2
An en-suite room with a double bed, a private shower and toilet, luggage storage and a peaceful private garden space. Optional secure bicycle storage is available, with an additional bed available on request for an additional cost.
Location
Address
Off Robertsvlei Road La Bri Olive Farm Franschhoek 7690
Contact
Directions
From Cape Town International Airport
1. Leave Cape Town International Airport and follow Airport Approach Road.
- Merge onto the N2/Settlers Way towards Somerset.
- Take Exit 22A onto the R300/Kuils River Road towards Bellville.
2. Merge onto the N1 towards Paarl/Worcester.
- Take Exit 59 towards
Facilities
Accommodation in Franschhoek
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