luxury contemporary houses for sale Franschhoek, South Africa

Five Bedroom Luxury Home on Prestigious Fransche Hoek Estate On Exclusive Mandate. Set on one of Fransche Hoek Estate’s exclusive 4,000 sqm Werfs, this exceptional residence embodies the elegant and refined lifestyle for which Franschhoek has become internationally renowned. Framed by magnificent mountain vistas and surrounded by beautifully established gardens, the home offers a rare balance between contemporary sophistication and relaxed Winelands living. Designed with both comfort and entertaining in mind, the home unfolds through a series of generous interconnected living spaces filled with natural light and an immediate sense of tranquility. Expansive glass openings draw the surrounding landscape into the interiors, while seamless indoor–outdoor flow allows every aspect of the home to engage beautifully with the gardens, terraces, and mountain backdrop. At the heart of the residence lies a beautifully appointed open-plan kitchen with bespoke finishes, large island with seating, and a separate scullery — perfectly suited to everyday family living and large-scale entertaining. The adjoining dining and lounge areas with feature glass-enclosed wine tasting cellar and a large covered terrace with glamorous cocktail bar all invite intimate evenings, relaxed gatherings with friends as well as being the perfect setting to host your favourite clients. The accommodation has been thoughtfully designed to provide privacy and comfort throughout. Four luxurious bedroom suites enjoy serene outlooks over the estate and surrounding mountains, while the carefully curated interiors combine timeless materials, soft natural textures, and understated contemporary detailing. A further 5th bedroom en-suite offers additional accommodation ideal for staff. Outdoor living is central to the home’s appeal. Expansive entertainment terraces, landscaped gardens, and a striking pool setting create a boutique resort-like environment that captures the essence of the Franschhoek lifestyle — peaceful, elegant, and deeply connected to the surrounding natural beauty. The current homestead is built to one side of the large 4,000sqm werf and utilises 2,200 sqm of the site. This presents an opportunity (preliminary approvals in place) to develop a second dwelling on the remaining 1,800 sqm with the option to sectionalise and sell separately. Positioned within one of Franschhoek’s most sought-after secure estates, the property offers the rare opportunity to enjoy wine-farm style living with privacy, security, and easy access to the village’s celebrated restaurants, wine estates, galleries, and boutiques. Franschhoek itself remains one of South Africa’s most desirable lifestyle destinations, celebrated for its heritage, vineyards, and exceptional natural beauty.