We thoroughly enjoyed staying in guesthouses and B&B’s when we first holidayed in South Africa in 1998. We were soon encumbered by the dream of owning our own special haven, and soon after returning to our homeland in the Netherlands, we decided to make our dream a reality. Taking enthusiastic steps to reach our goal, we booked our tickets to South Africa, put our home on the market and left the rest to chance. After only 5 days of being back in Cape Town, we came across and immediately fell in love with the sanctuary that was to be ours – Plumwood Inn. Within a week, we received notification that our house in the Netherlands was to be sold. All the pieces in our life puzzle were falling meticulously into place. On 11 January 2001, we made the official move to South Africa. A mere 2 days later, we opened our doors to the first guests. Over the years we gradually added some neighboring houses, renovated them and added to the guesthouse. The guesthouse is now 11 rooms in 3 adjacent buildings. We look forward to welcoming and treating you to an unforgettable and cherished stay.

With magnificent views of the surrounding mountains and a secluded garden with a pool, this owner managed guesthouse is a well-reviewed and sought-after accommodation venue for travelers to Franschhoek. Experience the epitome of sustainable comfort at Plumwood Inn, where we've taken eco-friendly hospitality to the next level. We've proudly incorporated state-of-the-art green technology, including nine 8KW Victron inverters, three 15kWh Freedom Won batteries, and a remarkable 90-panel solar array featuring high-efficiency 545W JA Solar PV panels. Our commitment to sustainability not only ensures your stay is comfortable but also minimizes our carbon footprint. Enjoy your stay while knowing you're part of a greener future. Our outstanding accommodation is but a piece in the Plumwood Inn encounter and is offered in three alternate varieties, catering to the classical cottage-style or more modern tastes of guests. Be it in the four rooms of the Main House or the seven rooms in the more contemporary, modern-styled Villas – all rooms boast the same luxuries and offer an exceptional sense of unique style and elegant design. After awakening to glorious views and birdsong, a plentiful and splendid breakfast can be enjoyed alfresco on the sunny terrace overlooking the pool or in the elegant breakfast area. Please note that NO CHILDREN under 16 are allowed in the guesthouse.