L’ERMITAGE CHATEAU HOTEL & VILLAS IN SOUTH AFRICA’S WINELANDS JOINS INTERVAL INTERNATIONAL
Miami, Florida, June 4, 2015 – Interval International, a prominent worldwide provider of vacation services and an operating business of
Interval Leisure Group (Nasdaq: IILG), announced the affiliation of L’Ermitage Chateau Hotel & Villas, an exclusive estate in the heart of the Cape Winelands near the village of Franschhoek. Located less than an hour away from Cape Town, South Africa, the area is known as one of the most beautiful wine valleys in the world and has recently attracted international hospitality-based investment.
“L’Ermitage’s idyllic setting and prime location make it the quintessential Winelands experience,” said Darren Ettridge, Interval’s senior vice president resort sales and business development for Europe, Middle East, Africa, and Asia. “The town of Franschhoek has developed a reputation as one of South Africa’s culinary hotspots and is home to several of the country’s most celebrated restaurants, including the world famous Haute Cabriere wine estate and restaurant. This resort is a fitting inclusion in the impressive portfolio of developments by éLan Property Group across South Africa and Mauritius.”
Housed in a French-inspired boutique hotel, the six suites and 26 villas overlook beautifully maintained gardens with fountains and cobblestone walking paths that have striking views of the surrounding mountains and vineyards. All offer breath-taking mountain views and include full kitchens, dining, and living areas. Wi-Fi is complimentary and room service, babysitting, and laundry facilities are also available.
On-site amenities include a restaurant, bar, and concierge. A high point for many guests is a sunset picnic on the viewing deck on the mountain above the hotel.
From the peace and privacy of the estate, it's a short drive to a wide variety of activities. Guests can play golf at the Jack Nicklaus signature Pearl Valley Golf & Country Estate, go horseback riding, hiking or cycling on the Cats se Pad trail, or explore nearby quaint villages and towns on the Cape Winelands Route. Franschhoek has maintained its French charm since it was settled by French Huegenots in the 18th century. Today its streets are lined with bistros and galleries and the names of most roads are in French.
“We are looking forward to a long and productive relationship with Interval International,” said Mark Taylor, CEO of eLan Property Group. “We invite Interval members to discover the scenic and cultural riches of this very special part of the world.”
New purchasers at L’Ermitage Chateau Hotel & Villas will be enrolled as individual members of Interval International and will also become Club Interval Gold® members, entitling them to a number of flexible exchange opportunities and upgraded benefits and services. Benefits may vary by country but will include discounts on Getaway vacation rentals, ShortStay Exchange®, a year-round concierge service via phone and email, Hertz Gold Plus Rewards® membership, access to Interval Options®, where points can be applied toward the purchase of a cruise, tour, guided holiday, and more.
About Interval International
Interval International operates membership programs for vacationers and provides value-added services to its developer clients worldwide. Based in Miami, Florida, the company has been a pioneer and innovator in serving the vacation ownership market since 1976. Today, Interval has an exchange network of approximately 2,900 resorts in more than 80 nations. Through offices in 16 countries, Interval offers high-quality products and benefits to resort clients and about 2 million families who are enrolled in various membership programs. Interval is an operating business of Interval Leisure Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: IILG), a leading global provider of membership and leisure services to the vacation industry.
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For more information contact:
Beatrice de Peyrecave , Interval International
Beatrice.dePeyrecave@intervalintl.com
305.925.7032
