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A secluded and elegant retreat, La Residence lies at the heart of a private 12 hectare working farm, complete with vineyards, plum orchards, a dam and fragrant manicured gardens, it could be in another world despite being just a 45 minute drive from Cape Town. Originally designed as a family home, it is decorated in French chateau-style and exquisitely furnished with valuable French antiques, elegant gilt mirrors and fine Persian rugs. Notwithstanding the old-world luxury, there is nothing remotely oldfashioned about the finishing touches and the immaculate way La Residence is managed behind the scenes. Each of the 11 gorgeous suites is a treasure trove of beautiful furnishings and uniquely appointed; from an exotic Tibetan suite with oriental antiques and hand-painted screens to French boudoirs with Provençal antiques and mirrored dressers. The fabrics throughout include superlative silks and textures, hand-picked to match each interior. Large terraces give way to tranquil views; the restaurant serves divine food, much of it cooked with local ingredients, while world-class service that includes private butlers, chauffeurs and dedicated cars is unbeatable. The hotel has a swimming pool and any number of external activities can be arranged, from wine tours to trout fishing and helicopter trips to hot air ballooning. The hotel is ideal for couples, however, one of the villas can be taken on an exclusive basis. La Residence is about as spoiling as spoiling can be.
Bailey Robinson
The Courtyard, Hungerford
Berkshire, RG17 0NF
t: +44 (0) 1488 689777
f: +44 (0) 1488 681973
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