Franschhoek

One of the oldest working farms in Franschhoek, run and given a hip overhaul by local design guru Karen Roos. "The small number of chic accomodations are housed in Babylonstoren's impeccably renovated or rebuilt 17th or 18th century buildings; each has its own super-modern glass cube of a kitchen overlooking terrraces planted with herbs." [FT,  How to spend it:  Travelista]  "Breathtaking" gardens designed by Patrice Taravella. Excellent locally-sourced food.