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Leeu Locally Grown Olive Harvest I Leeu Estates

Leeu Locally Grown Olive Harvest I Leeu Estates

From grove to table, experience the rich flavours and artisanal traditions behind this year's olive harvest

08 May 2026
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Why Franschhoek is a Photographer's Dream | A Visual Guide with Leeu Collection

Capture timeless Cape Winelands charm in every frame.

06 May 2026
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The New Culinary Voice of The Dining Room | Chef Miguel De Caires

Meet Chef Miguel De Caires, the new culinary voice of The Dining Room at Leeu Estates. Experience seasonal, locally grown Franschhoek dining at its finest.

25 March 2026
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Your South African Home Away From Home | Autumn in Franschhoek

Embrace a slower pace at Leeu Collection. Discover refined autumn stays and seasonal dining at Leeu Estates, Leeu House, and Le Quartier Français in the heart of Franschhoek.

23 March 2026
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365 Days to #LiveLeeu

Experience the world in its prime. From Florence to Franschhoek, Leeu Collection invites you to travel the seasons with 365 days of curated, year-round luxury.

06 February 2026
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A Year in the Leeu Locally Grown Edible Gardens | Leeu Estates

An annual recap of the Leeu Locally Grown Gardens in Franschhoek, exploring seasonal produce, garden experiences and the people who care for the land.

06 February 2026
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All Roads Lead to Franschhoek | A Journey to Leeu Collection

Discover the most beautiful routes from Cape Town to Franschhoek, with curated stops along the way, before arriving at Leeu Estates, Leeu House, or Le Quartier Français.

13 January 2026
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The Perfect Day at Leeu Estates | Luxury in Franschhoek

Discover the perfect day at Leeu Estates in Franschhoek. Luxury stays, spa treatments, farm-to-fork dining, wine tastings, garden walks, art, and more.

14 October 2025
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An Unconventional Christmas in Franschhoek | Leeu Collection

Swap snow for sunshine this festive season with an unforgettable Christmas in Franschhoek. Discover summer celebrations, fine dining, and luxury stays at Leeu Estates, Leeu House, or Le Quartier Français.

19 September 2025
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Gary Stephens’ Artist Residency at Leeu Estates | Everard Read Franschhoek

Discover artist Gary Stephens’ immersive residency at Everard Read on Leeu Estates in Franschhoek. Explore his creative process, inspiration, and upcoming solo exhibition in 2026.

08 September 2025
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The Dining Room at Leeu Estates | Exclusive Dining in Franschhoek

Discover The Dining Room at Leeu Estates in Franschhoek—now open to non-resident guests for a limited time. Savour seasonal cuisine, Leeu Passant wines, and tranquil estate experiences by reservation only

20 August 2025
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Discover the Cape’s Finest Restaurants with the Leeu Collection Chefs

Join Leeu Collection’s acclaimed chefs as they reveal their favourite restaurants in Cape Town and the Cape Winelands – from fine dining feasts to laid-back local gems.

21 July 2025
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A Table to Remember: Chef-Recommended Dining Experiences at Leeu Collection

Discover personal dining recommendations from the acclaimed chefs at Leeu Collection’s world-class restaurants in Franschhoek. Find the best tables, top dishes, and insider tips.

30 May 2025
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Beyond Business: Premium Corporate Travel Experiences

Leeu Collection redefines business travel with state-of-the-art event spaces, luxurious accommodations, and exceptional dining, providing a seamless work-and-leisure experience in Franschhoek and The Lake District.

19 May 2025
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The Charm of Franschhoek in Winter

Enjoy cosy accommodation and the best in food, wine, and cultural experiences in the Cape Winelands this winter.

30 April 2025
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Make the Most of the Festive Season in South Africa

Enjoy the best of the festive season in South Africa by visiting Franschhoek in the Cape Winelands for a summer escape to Leeu Estates, Leeu House, or Le Quartier Français.

09 December 2024
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Celebrate the Season at Leeu Collection South Africa’s Restaurants

Franschhoek is known as the food and wine capital of South Africa, and it is fitting that the Leeu Collection South Africa restaurants find their home here.

15 October 2024
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Exclusively Yours, Leeu House

Set on the historic Huguenot Road in the heart of Franschhoek, Leeu House beckons guests to escape to a haven of sophistication while remaining a mere stone’s throw from the village bustle.

03 June 2024
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Celebrate Your Love In Five-Star Premium Winelands Luxury

Escape to unparalleled romance and luxury in the heart of the Cape Winelands with our exclusive Perfect Winelands Escape package at Leeu Estates. Indulge in five-star accommodation, exquisite dining experiences, and rejuvenating spa treatments amidst the picturesque beauty of Franschhoek, where every moment is crafted for unforgettable romance.

07 February 2024
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Festive Franschhoek

Discover the unique festive charm of December in South Africa's Cape Winelands, where sunny days and abundant fine food and wine await in the Culinary Capital of the Cape, Franschhoek.

20 December 2023
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Summer Spa Serenity

Discover rejuvenation at Leeu Spa by Healing Earth on Leeu Estates this year-end. Experience a range of transformative treatments, promising relaxation and radiant skin.

08 December 2023
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Spring Spa Spoils

Indulge in the beauty of spring, and let your inner glow match the splendour of nature's awakening.

28 September 2023
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Winter Wellness in the Winelands

Do the chilly days and long nights have you dreaming of being cocooned in cosy comfort?

27 June 2023
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Discover Leeu Heritage

A Captivating Journey into the Past at Leeu Estates

30 June 2023
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Hiking Franschhoek

The postcard-worthy Franschhoek Valley boasts an abundance of natural splendour that is best enjoyed while hiking one of the area’s diverse trails for all levels.

24 February 2023
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Franschhoek Festivals

Summertime in the Cape Winelands is filled with festivities, activities and the perfect accompaniment to outdoor plans - long, lazy, sunny days.

06 January 2023
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Summer in the Winelands

Our guide on how to enjoy summer in the Winelands

24 November 2022
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Transform Your Corporate Getaway in the Cape Winelands

Gone are the days of uninspiring boardrooms, lacklustre accommodation, and non-descript corporate catering. Combine a refreshing work experience with a bucket-list luxury travel adventure in Franschhoek.

05 October 2022
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Happy Mother’s Day

How to celebrate your Mother figure.

07 May 2021
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Leeu Spa by Healing Earth

Set among the vineyards, Leeu Spa by Healing Earth is an immersive wellness sanctuary that offers holistic treatments and experiences by expert therapists.

09 December 2020
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Experience our rich heritage

culture, language, and landscape

23 September 2020
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A Winelands Winter

We feel that winter may be the new summer in Franschhoek!

21 August 2020
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2020 Save the Dates: A round-up of upcoming local events in Franschhoek

To everything there is a season when vacationing in Franschhoek

03 March 2020
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