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Leeu House
Franschhoek, South Africa
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Franschhoek, South Africa
Leeu House
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Leeu House is set amongst the vineyards of the Franschhoek Valley. Each suite is uniquely decorated and features superb finishes. The Hotel offers the ultimate in understated elegance and historic charm. Leeu House has two sister properties within the valley as well, Le Quartier Français and Leeu Estates - the flagship property. JNA Thatchers redid the roof of this property and restored it to its original beauty.
Construction: JNA Thatchers
JNA Thatchers restored this heritage property's distinctive Cape Dutch gable, preserving the architectural integrity that defines Franschhoek's historic charm. The thatched roof restoration required specialized techniques to maintain the original profile while ensuring modern durability standards. Expert thatchers carefully layered new Cape reed, creating the weathered texture visible against the crisp white walls. This meticulous thatch restoration work demonstrates how traditional roofing methods can seamlessly blend with contemporary hospitality requirements, maintaining the authentic character that makes Leeu House a destination of understated elegance.
The complete thatch roof renovation of this Cape Dutch manor showcases JNA Thatchers' expertise in large-scale heritage projects. Each section of the thatched roofing system was carefully reconstructed using time-honoured techniques, from the ridge capping to the precise layering. The thatch repair work extended across multiple gables, requiring coordination to match existing weathering patterns while providing decades of protection. This comprehensive thatching restoration ensures the property's historic authenticity remains intact while meeting modern performance standards for one of Franschhoek's premier hospitality destinations.
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COMMERCIAL
HERITAGE
Residential
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Location
Franschhoek, South Africa
Project
Leeu House
Leeu House is set amongst the vineyards of the Franschhoek Valley. Each suite is uniquely decorated and features superb finishes. The Hotel offers the ultimate in understated elegance and historic charm. Leeu House has two sister properties within the valley as well, Le Quartier Français and Leeu Estates - the flagship property. JNA Thatchers redid the roof of this property and restored it to its original beauty.
Credits
Construction: JNA Thatchers