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General Description
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Closely associated with the nearby Drostdy, this comfortable and well-appointed historic homestead, with luxury garden cottages and impressive views of the magnificent Langeberg, is a lovely, scenic drive from Cape Town or George. Swellendam, in the heart of the Overberg, is an ideal base for touring in this beautiful and diverse area, encompassing dramatic mountains, rolling countryside, as well as a spectacular coastline, with pristine beaches and whale viewing in season. For its size Swellendam has excellent restaurants and superb local wines from Bonnievale/Robertson wine growing areas. |
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Attractions / Things to do |
Swimming, bird watching, golf, bowls, game viewing, hiking, walking, horse-riding, water sports, bowls, tennis, wine tasting, museums, arts and crafts |
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Services / Facilities |
breakfast, complimentary welcome drink, tv in some rooms, swimming pool, large garden, Voorkamer/reading room, pets in low season (by arrangement), baby sitting (by arrangement), safe |
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Rates |
Standard rooms (with shower e/s) from R250; luxury rooms from R360 (with full bathroom e/s) and luxury garden cottages from R520 - per person per night sharing.
Single and winter rates rates - on application |
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Directions |
About 250 kms from either Cape Town or George on the N2 at the East exit of Swellendam; or R60 via Ashton or Robertson. Very close to the Drostdy Museum, a good landmark, as is the Moederkerk in the main street. In normal traffic conditions journey takes between two to two and half hours. A little longer from Knysna or Plettenberg Bay. |
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