L’Auberge Chanteclair, Franschhoek, South Africa (Page 2): What a lovely place! I think I could spend a lot of time (and frames) there! Your images are great, as usual.

AzPicLady Loc: Behind the camera!

What a lovely place! I think I could spend a lot of time (and frames) there! Your images are great, as usual.

StanMac Loc: Tennessee

Sylvias wrote:

L’Auberge Chanteclair nestles in the Franschhoek valley with panoramic views of the vineyards, mountains and valley. The four bedroom Victorian farmhouse is set in wonderful landscaped gardens and in a working vineyard. We stayed there for three nights, with lovely breakfasts served on the patio.

The clouds were amazing and constantly changing.

The glass of wine was from the vineyard.

Canon 650D, 18-55mm, Tamron 18-400mm lens.

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Absolutely lovely shots, Sylvia!

Stan

nimbushopper Loc: Tampa, FL

Outstanding images Sylvia!

kpmac Loc: Ragley, La

What a beautiful set, Sylvia. The first image is my favorite.

Tigger1 Loc: Surrey, BC Canada

Sylvias wrote:

L’Auberge Chanteclair nestles in the Franschhoek valley with panoramic views of the vineyards, mountains and valley. The four bedroom Victorian farmhouse is set in wonderful landscaped gardens and in a working vineyard. We stayed there for three nights, with lovely breakfasts served on the patio.

The clouds were amazing and constantly changing.

The glass of wine was from the vineyard.

Canon 650D, 18-55mm, Tamron 18-400mm lens.

Please try the downloads

Beautiful set Sylvia. Any plans to visit other parts of South Africa on this visit, such as the Knysna Elephant Park?
regards, Garth

FL Streetrodder

I am in he process of reading a novel by James Michener titled "The Covenant" that delves into the History of South Africa. It starts out with the nomadic tribes that roamed the area followed by the establishment of a permanent settlement on the Cape by the Dutch East India Company as a stop-over by that Company's ships headed for the Spice Islands, India, Japan and China. The story paints a rather harsh picture of the early Dutch influence on the people and the land. The author then delves into arrival of the banished Huguenots who brought with them grape vines secreted out of France and the establishment of a thriving wine business that continues to this day.

Linda2 Loc: Yakima Wa.

I never miss your photos Sylvia. Always well done and a cut above!

Earnest Botello Loc: Hockley, Texas

Great series, Sylvia.

UTMike Loc: South Jordan, UT

A slice of paradise, Sylvia! Beautiful set and the wine glass is very creative.

Sinewsworn Loc: Port Orchard, WA

Sylvias wrote:

L’Auberge Chanteclair nestles in the Franschhoek valley with panoramic views of the vineyards, mountains and valley. The four bedroom Victorian farmhouse is set in wonderful landscaped gardens and in a working vineyard. We stayed there for three nights, with lovely breakfasts served on the patio.

The clouds were amazing and constantly changing.

The glass of wine was from the vineyard.

Canon 650D, 18-55mm, Tamron 18-400mm lens.

Please try the downloads

Spectacular set! A beautiful place very well photographed! Thanx for sharing.

Hereford Loc: Palm Coast, FL

A whole bunch of really nice, interesting photos. The wine glass is "blows me away" nice.

photophile Loc: Lakewood, Ohio, USA

Sylvias wrote:

L’Auberge Chanteclair nestles in the Franschhoek valley with panoramic views of the vineyards, mountains and valley. The four bedroom Victorian farmhouse is set in wonderful landscaped gardens and in a working vineyard. We stayed there for three nights, with lovely breakfasts served on the patio.

The clouds were amazing and constantly changing.

The glass of wine was from the vineyard.

Canon 650D, 18-55mm, Tamron 18-400mm lens.

Please try the downloads

I enjoyed 1 and 3 the most.

srfmhg Loc: Marin County, CA

Absolutely beautiful set Sylvia. The wine glass shot is classic!

David in Dallas Loc: Dallas, Texas, USA

Really nice! Loved #1.

merrytexan Loc: georgia

Sylvias wrote:

L’Auberge Chanteclair nestles in the Franschhoek valley with panoramic views of the vineyards, mountains and valley. The four bedroom Victorian farmhouse is set in wonderful landscaped gardens and in a working vineyard. We stayed there for three nights, with lovely breakfasts served on the patio.

The clouds were amazing and constantly changing.

The glass of wine was from the vineyard.

Canon 650D, 18-55mm, Tamron 18-400mm lens.

Please try the downloads

Beautiful place, skies, and love that wine shot, sylvia! Best getaway ever!