This guesthouse is located in the town of Swellendam. Rooms feature antique furnishings and views of the Langeberg Mountains or the gardens. Free Wi-fi is available in all rooms.
Jan Harmsgat Country House is set in a historic 17th-century farmhouse surrounded by the Langeberg Mountains and the Breede River.
Rick
Tanzania
The property is really beautiful and offers an authentic experience. The staff was great and really taking care. We really enjoyed our stay with the family.
De Kloof Heritage estate is a Cape Dutch boutique hotel and spa , is just a few minutes walk into the heart of Swellendam. It has a 12-metre outdoor pool and spa with panoramic mountain views.
Ilona
Spain
We loved our room. We liked the surroundings ,one could go for walks but need to want to explore. We love to walk.
The staff was very friendly, it was quiet and very relaxing.
This 5-star boutique hotel features a small eco-reserve with Zebras and Springboks, a large garden pool, and an open-air jacuzzi. Located in Swellendam, restaurants and cafes are just 50 metres away.
Caroline
United Kingdom
The location was perfect, the grounds stunning and the room very comfortable and chic. We enjoyed a swim and chill there and loved seeing the zebra and springboks.
Situated within the Marloth Nature Reserve, this 4-star lodge offers breathtaking views of the mountains, river and forest. Fishing is possible in Gaikou’s 2 dams, surrounded by native wild flowers.
Bergview Guesthouse Swellendam in Swellendam provides adults-only accommodation with a garden, a bar and barbecue facilities. Private parking is available on site at this recently renovated property.
This retreat is located in quiet Swellendam in the foothills of the Langeberg Mountains. The spacious rooms feature modern décor with rustic touches and living areas with flat-screen satellite TVs.
Mary
United Kingdom
Very comfortable simple room , well serviced and clean. Lovely to have the braai outside. Good supermarket nearby for self catering. Very nice swimming pool. Excellent value for money
Located just 1 km from Drostdy Museum, Aquaelberg Place provides accommodation in Swellendam with access to free bikes, barbecue facilities, as well as luggage storage space.
Ann
Belgium
We had a lovely stay! What a delicious breakfast.
Reinet is very friendly and helped with everything we needed.
Thank you so much!
Arumvale Country Retreat is a self-catering country house situated in Hermitage Valley, just 3 km from the historical town of Swellendam.
Andrew
South Africa
Beautiful views of the mountains and over the valley. Lovely terrace from which to watch a glorious sunset. Well appointed kitchen. Very comfy bed. Great host too.
On average, 3-star hotels in Swellendam cost £38 per night, and 4-star hotels in Swellendam are £74 per night. If you're looking for something really special, a 5-star hotel in Swellendam can on average be found for £138 per night (based on Booking.com prices).
The average price per night for a 3-star hotel in Swellendam this weekend is £45 or, for a 4-star hotel, £74. Looking for something even fancier? 5-star hotels in Swellendam for this weekend cost on average around £65 per night (based on Booking.com prices).
On average, it costs £40 per night to book a 3-star hotel in Swellendam for tonight. You'll pay on average around £72 if you choose to stay in a 4-star hotel tonight, while a 5-star hotel in Swellendam will cost around £65 (based on Booking.com prices).
We just LOVE Somerset Gift! We stayed in Fish Eagle.
We just LOVE Somerset Gift! We stayed in Fish Eagle. From the view and facilities to the helpfulness of the farm mangeress, Tanya, everything was lovely. Tanya went out of her way to make sure that we were comfortable and gave us all a very warm welcome (including the fur kids!). There are beautiful waterfalls and rockpools that you can hike to and there is also a river and a dam with kayaks.
There is a huge indoor fireplace for the winter getaways and a huge undercover outdoor braai with dinner table and chairs. We brought board games, cards and puzzles and had endless laughs around the table.
If I absolutely had to moan about something, it would be the pressure of the shower. It is very low and soft - but! ....honestly we were swimming so much it really wasn't a big thing. I just can't think of anything else that was a negative :-)
The wood fire hot tub outside is a super bonus!
We will definitely be back!
Michelle
South Africa
10
Scored 10
What a surprise awaited us.
What a surprise awaited us. This town has a very warm and relaxed atmosphere and we didn't plan long enough to stay and explore all that it has to offer. A one night stop over was not enough. Colonial and Dutch influences in the architecture and a lovely selection of shops and restaurants and places of historical interest, which we simply didn't have time to see, but will be back to explore.
Iwona
United Kingdom
10
Scored 10
People are extremely friendly.
People are extremely friendly. We had an awesome time, always love visiting Swellendam. All the restaurants are of excellent quality, and you can browse in the small shops. I walked to the Mall, and felt very safe
Estelle
Saudi Arabia
6.0
Scored 6.0
The TV did not work.
The TV did not work. When we checked it was broken and it looked like the lady hosting us knew about it but did not care to mention that. When we call about this TV not working at night she said I quote "Just press all the buttons until something happens sir" we were shocked! In the morning her apology for this also did not sound sincere as you could tell she was well aware that it does not work. Went to the bathroom at night and when switching on the light the electricity blew and the whole place did not have lights for the rest of the night. When we mentioned this in the morning it was a known issue and they blamed load shedding for it.
My partner was looking forward to swimming the pool was GREEN! and quite clearly not been maintained for years. It is nothing like what you see on the listing, you would be scared to even stick a finger in it. It's the type of dirt that you can't see at the bottom of it. We asked for the bicycles they said we could use on the listing and there were only two bicycles, the one had a flat tire so we couldn't use it. The other one that we had to share was not maintained well and also had a chain locking the whole time. We were just shocked that there are only two bicycles available for guests.
The Restaurant on the other hand was a pleasant experience. The gentleman hosting is very friendly and authentic it's amazing. The food is value for money as well. Had one of the most amazing meals the free breakfast is also good value and a proper meal. Wifi good and the music is lovely and the place all together has nice indoor and outdoor calming seating. We could come back for the dining experience it was exceptional. My partner and I spent the week talking about how calm and authentic the gentlemen hosting us were. He was just an exceptional experience I can't stress enough.
In summary, we would come back to dine definitely!. But to sleep No, don't see how they justify the cost for it as well.
Shilakwe
10
Scored 10
Swellendam is a beautiful little town with a deep history...
Swellendam is a beautiful little town with a deep history and friendly people. It feels safe to walk around and is inviting to explore. We especially enjoyed the sights, sounds and aromas of the morning market on Saturday.
Lukas de Beer
South Africa
10
Scored 10
In the past I always just passed Swellendam on my way to...
In the past I always just passed Swellendam on my way to another destination. This time I spent three days and what a beautiful historical town it is, surrounded by the Langeberg mountains. Friendly people and excellent food especially De Vagebond restaurant where we also had the opportunity to watch the rugby during loadshedding and experienced the lovely Ostrich meat dishes!
Cypress Cottage Guest House is such a lovely guest house. The hosts were wonderful, they welcomed me and made sure that I was comfortable in every aspect of my stay with them. My room was very neat, with beautiful deco. Breakfast was also very nice. The hosts gave me information about different places of attraction within the town of Swellendam and the surrounding areas. I would also like to thank them for the information they provided me with, relating to art and painting. I will visit the guest house again.
We were booked near the farmhouse. However, we were upgraded to one of the cottages, and my word was it an experience. The animals roam past the cottage while you sit outside watching the sunset. You can also go do a self-drive to see the rest of the animals. We also caught and released fish at the dams. This place was super peaceful and tranquil. Not too far away from the town, too. The cottage was fully equipped, and the staff were just super friendly. We will be back!
The accommodation is on a working stud farm with beautiful water features, gardens, walkways, a pool for summer days and a lovely "stoep" for relaxing with your favorite wine and loved ones. The cottage is beautifully decorated with all the facilities needed for a comfy weekend breakaway. Lots to do in surrounding areas too. Thank you, we will definitely be back when the sun is shining!!!!!!
From arrival to departure, it was a delightful experience. Bed, bathroom, layout, decor, self catering equipment - all were top class. Breakfast was one of the highlights for us. Our hostess, Lydia, knows exactly what guests need. As a result, we booked an extra night! Swellendam also offers a lot. We enjoyed the weekly market and Parkrun(we walked it)
Lovely place to stay in Swellendam. Extensive, low-rise property with a bright, spacious dining and bar area. The rooms are "units" located in a few buildings around a pool area. Comfortable bed and lovely monsoon shower in clean bathroom. Breakfast was delicious, plentiful and from an extensive choice. There is a large, gated parking lot on site.
Stunning! Wish we booked for longer. Seeing the wild animals and giraffe was a wonderful treat. Fantastic view of the mountains with a stunning sunset. We enjoyed the warm hot tub. Unit was very neat and clean. Will not hesitate to recommend Kwetu Guest Farm and hope we will have the privilege to enjoy the facilities again.
This hotel is a gem. It is located a the outskirts of Swellendam near some restaurants in two historic early 19th century buildings. It is surrounded by a beautiful garden with springboks and a zebra. There is a small pool. A great breakfast is served. All is very clean.
From parting the stunning daybreak mist on the Breëde River surface to anchoring in paradise where the birdsong and sound of raising fish fill your houseboat cabin once dusk peacefully descends – a must for tired souls!
Pet friendly ,our small yorkie enjoyed walking ,braai facility good,owners very accomodating and friendly. Taste room great,jams,pickles,liquers. Close to town. Tranquil ,reatful. Loved it
Cute cottage located within farming community of Swellendam; private, all amenities provided for. Host thought of everything to make our stay memorable. We will stay at Sonlight again.
Beautifully and nicely equipped cabin at the breede river.
Cottage completely off grid. Nice swimming spot, kayak and swing at the river.
20 min drive from Swellendam.
what a beautiful hotel! the room was very big and the beds were lovely. we will definitely stay here again if we go to Swellendam again. Highly recommended!
The guesthouse and grounds are beautiful and well located in Swellendam. We enjoyed our breakfast each morning. We appreciated the complimentary car wash.
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