RICKETY BRIDGE WINERY
Rickety Bridge Winery is an historic Franschhoek Wine Estate. Situated in the beautiful Franschhoek Valley,at the heart of South Africa's Wine lands. Rickety Bridge Winery and Country Manor House nestle against the hillside overlooking vineyards and the majestic Wemmershoek Mountains.
The land dates back to 1694 when the farms were granted to the first French Huguenots who settled in the area. Rickety Bridge was originally part of La Provence farm, one of the first seven French Huguenot farms in Franschhoek.
Over the years, this property was subdivided and on 13 May 1797, the current section of land was granted to the widow, Paulina De Villiers.
The property changed hands a number of times and in the 1980's became known as Rickety Bridge due to the old railway sleeper bridge which crossed the Franschhoek River on the property.
Today this Franschhoek wine estate is home to a modern boutique-style winery, a unique restaurant, romantic wedding and function venue, conference centre and luxurious 4 star accommodation.
FRANSCHHOEK WINES
Shadowed by the Dassenberg mountains, the mild Franschhoek valley is the perfect canvas for new winemaker Wynand Grobler to create a portfolio of outstanding Franschhoek wines.
The flagship range, Paulina's Reserve, proudly bears the name of original owner, Paulina de Villiers. In particular the flagship, a king among South African red wines, the Paulina's Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon. These distinctive South African wines, as well as the renowned Rickety Bridge classic range, have received several accolades at South Africa wine shows and around the world.
FRANSCHHOEK WEDDING VENUE
A Franschhoek wine estate is the perfect place for your dream wedding and Rickety Bridge wine estate is the perfect choice of wedding venue. The warm memories of your Franschhoek wedding will last a life time.
Host up to 85 family and friends in the charming Cape Dutch banqueting hall converted from the original barrel maturation cellar into a beautiful wedding venue.
Host up to 85 family and friends in the charming Cape Dutch banqueting hall converted from the original barrel maturation cellar into a beautiful wedding venue.
RICKETY BRIDGE MANOR HOUSE
Lie still in the stylishly renovated 19th century rooms of this beautiful Franschhoek guest house, it's easy to do. With every luxury of a four-star hotel, the three en-suite rooms also offer the comforting pleasures of home.
Every detail has been considered in this Franschhoek luxury accommodation; classic Cape Dutch furniture, a fire-warmed lounge and country kitchen. Dramatic yellow-wood beamed ceilings and pine floors polished with layers of history.
FRANSCHHOEK RESTAURANT
Take a seat on a sunny wooden deck that reaches right into the vines. Sip a glassful of crisp estate wine and redefine the concept of a picnic in the Summer. Every gourmet parcel unwraps new delights. The Restaurant in the Vines boasts a unique dining experience, sit on the deck or laze on the lawn in the heart of the vineyard and enjoy a Cape inspired gourmet picnic.
In winter, the fare is hot and hearty at this Franschhoek restaurant- home-cooked soups, traditional curries and hearty casseroles.
Children also have a menu to keep them satisfied.
CONFERENCE VENUES CAPE TOWN
Escape the rush of the city and organise your conference in the peaceful setting of the Rickety Bridge Wine Estate in Franschhoek.
The stylish, fully air-conditioned conference venue and banqueting hall is set in our renovated old barrel cellar, which also offers a comfortable breakaway room and scenic smoking verandah with stunning views over the Franschhoek mountains.
The conference venue can accommodate up to 40 delegates seated in board or school-room style, 60 in U-shape and 90 in cinema style. Full and half day packages are available with customised catering.
