The country road winds past vineyards and orchards to Klippe Rivier, a magnificent Cape Dutch Country House, circa 1820, on the outskirts of historic Swellendam, two hours from Cape Town and the Garden Route. A warm, friendly welcome awaits.
Once the family home of Presidents Steyn and Reitz, recall the gracious past with its spacious voorkamer and reception rooms where gleaming yellowwood floors enhance beautiful antiques. The original 'waenhuis' and stables have been converted into luxury air-conditioned bedrooms preserving much of the original ambience. Downstairs, spacious bedrooms each have an open fireplace, dressing room and generous bathroom with separate shower and toilet. Loft rooms upstairs under thatch offer mountain views and have private balconies. A secluded cottage is ideal for honeymooners.
Relax at the saltwater pool and enjoy the company of owls in the oaks. At the end of the day sample excellent country cuisine and Cape wines in the peace of the farm. South Africa's first TGCSA 5-star Country House. Awarded the Fair Trade in Tourism SA (FTTSA) Trademark. Graded Prestige and Luxury in Portfolio Retreats and Country Places Collection. German spoken.
Bontebok National Park (6kms east of Swellendam)
De Hoop/Potberg Nature Reserve (60 km south west of Swellendam)
Marloth Nature Reserve (5kms)
Groot Vadersbosch Conservancy (30kms)
Hiking Trails (5kms)
Drostdy Museum Complex (5kms)
Cape Agulhas - Southernmost tip of Africa (100kms south west of Swellendam)
Suurbraak - Old Mission station - hand-made woodien chairs with rush seats (25kms east along the N2)
Robertson Wine route (25kms)
Faerie Sanctuary - (5kms)
Potters and Artists - (5kms)
Golf - nine hole course (5kms)
Horse riding (5kms)
Gliding and Flying (4kms south of Swellendam)
Mountain Bike hire (5kms)
General Policies & Disclaimers
Children 8+ years welcome and pay full adult rate
Covered Parking - at own risk
Cancellation Policy:
Less than 7 days forfeit the full deposit
From 8 to 14 days forfeit 75% of the deposit
From 15 to 21 days forfeit 50% of the deposit
From 22 to 28 days forfeit 25% of the deposit
Non-smoking rooms and restaurant
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