Title: The Library - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=180546&destination=Franschhoek%2C+Western+Cape%2C+South+Africa&selected=109642841&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Library ## Photo gallery for The Library ![Deluxe House, Garden View | Living area - The Library (Franschhoek)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109650000/109642900/109642841/w1277h837x3y0-a72b7a3b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Deluxe House, Garden View | Private kitchen - The Library (Franschhoek)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109650000/109642900/109642841/c9090a2e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe House, Garden View | Living area - The Library (Franschhoek)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109650000/109642900/109642841/4f7e4b75.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The Library (Franschhoek)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109650000/109642900/109642841/bec1eef5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe House, Garden View | Terrace/patio - The Library (Franschhoek)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109650000/109642900/109642841/d1531873.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies The Library provides amenities like a garden and an outdoor entertainment area. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedroomsSleeps 62583.3 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pool - Washer - Free WiFi - Outdoor Space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Library An outdoor pool and a garden are available at this smoke-free vacation home. The vacation home provides a washing machine and an electric kettle, plus free WiFi and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Recreational amenities at the vacation home include an outdoor pool. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Outdoor pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - No onsite parking available ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Outdoor entertainment area ### Laundry - Washing machine ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - No elevator - Smoking not allowed ### Things to do - Horseback riding nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100220000/100218800/100218724/a84d4427.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Neighbourgood Franschhoek Franschhoek - 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The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and Mont Rochelle Nature Reserve, while Sénéchal-Senekal Art Gallery and Franschhoek Art House are cultural highlights. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like horse riding. [Visit our Franschhoek travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Franschhoek.dx180546) [View more Vacation homes in Cape Town](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6046820-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-33.91224%2C19.11897&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=O6F209P3bhtW1GRjjjmSGgP0uNA=) 16 Wilhelmina St, Franschhoek, Western Cape, 7690 ### What's nearby - ![Franschhoek featuring an administrative building and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635146379501/5856efbe-6692-452d-b968-62b3a91ae78c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Franschhoek Town Hall 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - ![Franschhoek showing heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and flowers](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635919972322/33d25152-4430-4ce2-a33b-acbb5d98bf4e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Dutch Reformed Church 5 min walk \- 0.4 km - ![🍷](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180546/f223da87-53b4-4750-bb7b-44a2b52c600f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Franschhoek Wine Tram 11 min walk \- 1.0 km - ![Huguenot Monument featuring a monument, a statue or sculpture and a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6066805/50620f06-19ec-4b5d-aa7b-480514176a83.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Huguenot Monument 15 min walk \- 1.3 km - Franschhoek Art House 5 min walk \- 0.4 km ### Getting around - Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) 64 min drive ### Restaurants - French Connection 4 min walk - Haute Cabriere 2 min drive - Get Lost Coffee 3 min walk - Tuk Tuk Microbrewery 4 min walk - The Hoek 2 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Does The Library have a pool? ### Is The Library pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at The Library? ### What time is check-out at The Library? ### Where is The Library located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Library Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Amenities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Douglas Jan 28, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication ##### Douglas Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026 ### Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > - [Motels Tillsonburg](https://www.expedia.ca/Tillsonburg-Motels.d59244-aaMotels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > - [Condo Rentals Beaubassin East](https://www.expedia.ca/Beaubassin-East-Condos.d553248635975859899-aaCondos.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > - [Hotels in Brickell](https://www.expedia.ca/Brickell-Miami-Hotels.0-n6240961-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > - [Ladybird Boutique Hotel at Kanonkop](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-Ladybird-Vineyards-Guesthouse.h83703189.Hotel-Information) > - [18- St George Condo with 2 queen beds](https://www.expedia.ca/St-George-Hotels-St-George-Condo-With-2-Queen-Beds.h39087845.Hotel-Information) > - [Summerwood Guest House](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-Summerwood-Guest-House.h2835770.Hotel-Information) > - [The Dunes: Old Town WIFI River Front Near restaurants & shops. 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