This historic Cape Dutch farm has been elegantly renovated and features a garden full of fresh produce used in the restaurant. Babylonstoren also contains a spa with a massage service and Turkish bath. Each of the air-conditioned apartments retains historic details, such as wooden farm doors, fireplaces and thick stone walls. They are also equipped with modern kitchens, designer bathrooms and cable TVs. Free WiFi is provided. A fresh breakfast is provided daily and guests can order a packed lunch to explore the area on a bike, borrowed for free from Babylonstoren. The property also offers tea rituals, available via reservation at a surcharge. There is an indoor pool as well as an outside pool featuring a sun terrace with views of the mountains. Babylonstoren offers free private parking and a shuttle services can be arranged at a surcharge upon request. Cape Town International Airport is 50 km away. The farm lies approximately a 20 minute drive from the village of Franschhoek, 25 minutes from Stellenbosch, 12 minutes from Paarl. Points of Interest: Groot Drakenstein Franschhoek Wine Tram Terminal (Orange & Navy lines): 10 km (10 min drive), Franschhoek Motor Museum (L'Ormarins / Anthonij Rupert): 11 km (12 min drive), Muse Gallery Franschhoek: 21 km (23 min drive), Franschhoek village centre (Huguenot Street): 22 km (20 min drive), Huguenot Memorial Monument & Museum: 23 km (25 min drive), Mont Rochelle Nature Reserve (hiking): 27 km (32 min drive).