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Arumvale Country House

W. Cape-Cape Town-Garden Route · South Africa

7 South Hermitage Road Hermitage ValleyView location

9.0/10Excellent35 Reviews
Cleanliness8.8/108.8
Service9.2/109.2
Comfort8.6/108.6
Condition8.8/108.8
Location10.0/1010.0
Neighborhood9.4/109.4
Amenities8.4/108.4
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About Arumvale Country House

Arumvale Country Retreat is a self-catering country house situated in Hermitage Valley, just 3 km from the historical town of Swellendam. It boasts panoramic views of the Langeberg Mountains and Marloth Nature Reserve is 1 km away. Each country-style room features a private patio with a separate entrance.

It includes a lounge and a fully equipped kitchenette and dining table. Some of the private bathrooms have a shower and some have a bath. Barbecue facilities are available for guests to make use of during their stay.

A number of restaurants serving a range of local and international cuisines can be found within 2 km from Arumvale. Guests can enjoy a refreshing swim in the pool or take a stroll in the in the manicured lush gardens that flow into the surrounding farmlands. Free Wi-Fi is available.

The Cape Town International Airport is 203 km from the property.

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Located in Swellendam, Arumvale Country House is in the mountains, within a 5-minute drive of Swellendam Golf Course and Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam. This cottage is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Swellendam Hiking Trail.

Make yourself at home in one of the 8 guestrooms, featuring kitchens with refrigerators and ovens. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include microwaves and electric kettles, and housekeeping is provided daily. Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, luggage storage, and laundry facilities.

Free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Non-smoking

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 2:00 PM
Check-in until 7:00 PM
Check-out until 11:00 AM

Hotel policies

No elevators Professional property host/manager Pets allowed Maximum number of pets per room 1 Pets allowed (no fees)

Cleaning and safety

Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • You need to know
    • Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Special Instructions
    The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 7 PM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 6:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
    • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
    • This property accepts credit cards and cash
    • Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
    • Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
  • Optional fees
    • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 200.0 per day

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    Afrikaans

    English

Nearby attractions

Swellendam Golf Course 1.5 km / 1 mi
Cape Floral Region Protected Areas 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Swellendam Hiking Trail 3.1 km / 1.9 mi
Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam 3.3 km / 2 mi
Railton Library 3.6 km / 2.2 mi
Swellendam Provincial Hospital 3.6 km / 2.3 mi
Drostdy Museum 4.1 km / 2.6 mi
Bontebok National Park 17.4 km / 10.8 mi
Platform 62 Tourism Centre 47.2 km / 29.3 mi
Ashton Winery 48.5 km / 30.1 mi
Arabella Wines 50.5 km / 31.4 mi
Montagu Museum 51.4 km / 31.9 mi
Hick's Art Gallery 51.8 km / 32.2 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 6
  • Family rooms
  • hotel
  • Golf course
  • Small pets allowed (under 5 kg)
  • Large pets allowed (over 5 kg)
  • Car park
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wired Internet
  • Wi-fi
  • Laundry serviceExtra charge
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  • Fireplace
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Sun terrace
  • Luggage room
  • BBQ facilities
  • Towels and bed linen
  • Outdoor freshwater pool
  • Sun loungers
  • Picnic
  • Non-smoking establishment
  • Minimum check-in age
  • Self check-in
  • Horse ridingExtra charge
  • Cycling / mountain biking
Upon availability

Room types

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  • SUITE ONE BEDROOMSUITE • ONE BEDROOM • 1 Bedroom • 52 m²SUI.B1
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    SUITE ONE BEDROOM

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    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    52 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    SUITE
    View / characteristic
    ONE BEDROOM

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.B1

    Room amenities

    • Toaster
    • Shower
    • Bathroom
    • Electric Kettle
    • Towels and bed linen at surcharge
    • Dining Area
    • Oven
    • Garden
    • Fireplace
    • Satellite TV
    • Fan
    • Desk
    • Toiletries
    • Living room: 1
    • Balcony
    • DVD player
    • Cot on demand
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Terrace
    • Microwave
    • Kitchen
    • TV
    • Hairdryer
    • Bathtub or Shower allocation on arrival

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  • Double or Twin TWO BEDSDouble or Twin • TWO BEDSDBT.2B

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    Double or Twin TWO BEDS

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    Double or Twin
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    TWO BEDS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBT.2B

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  • DOUBLE STANDARDDOUBLE • STANDARDDBL.ST-1

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    DOUBLE STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.ST-1

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  • Room KING SIZE BEDRoom • KING SIZE BEDROO.KG

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    Arumvale Country House

    Room KING SIZE BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    Room
    View / characteristic
    KING SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.KG

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  • SUITE STANDARDSUITE • STANDARDSUI.ST

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    SUITE STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.ST

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  • SUITE COMFORTSUITE • COMFORTSUI.OM

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    Arumvale Country House

    SUITE COMFORT

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
    View / characteristic
    COMFORT

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.OM

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  • Room STANDARDRoom • STANDARD • 1 Bedroom • 31 m²ROO.ST
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    Room STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    31 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
    Bed setup
    Double bed 131-150 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    Room
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.ST

    Room amenities

    • Soundproof room
    • Fireplace
    • Desk
    • Toiletries
    • Cot on demand
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower
    • Bathroom
    • Towels and bed linen at surcharge
    • Dining Area
    • Garden

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  • TRIPLE QUEEN SIZE BEDTRIPLE • QUEEN SIZE BEDTPL.QN

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    Arumvale Country House

    TRIPLE QUEEN SIZE BED

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 3 • Children: max. 4
    Room type
    TRIPLE
    View / characteristic
    QUEEN SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: TPL.QN

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  • Room STANDARDRoom • STANDARDROO.ST-1

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    Arumvale Country House

    Room STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    Room
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.ST-1

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • DOUBLE STANDARDDOUBLE • STANDARD • 1 Bedroom • 22 m²DBL.ST
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    DOUBLE STANDARD

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    10 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    22 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.ST

    Room amenities

    • Towels and bed linen at surcharge
    • Garden
    • Satellite TV
    • Microwave
    • TV
    • Kitchenette
    • Bathtub or Shower allocation on arrival
    • Shower
    • Bathroom
    • Fan
    • Desk
    • Toiletries
    • DVD player
    • Cot on demand
    • Hairdryer
    • Tea and coffee making facilities

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  • DOUBLE LUXURYDOUBLE • LUXURYDBL.LX

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    DOUBLE LUXURY

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    LUXURY

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.LX

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  • Room GARDEN VIEWRoom • GARDEN VIEW • 1 Bedroom • 68 m²ROO.GV
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    Room GARDEN VIEW

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    12 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    68 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    Room
    View / characteristic
    GARDEN VIEW

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.GV

    Room amenities

    • Microwave
    • Kitchen
    • Kitchenette
    • TV
    • Hairdryer
    • Electric Kettle
    • Towels and bed linen at surcharge
    • Dining Area
    • Oven
    • Garden
    • Soundproof room
    • Fireplace
    • Living room: 2
    • Balcony
    • Terrace
    • Cot on demand
    • DVD player
    • Toiletries
    • Desk
    • Fan
    • Satellite TV
    • Bathtub or Shower allocation on arrival
    • Shower
    • Bathroom
    • Tea and coffee making facilities

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • SUITE LUXURYSUITE • LUXURYSUI.LX

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    SUITE LUXURY

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
    View / characteristic
    LUXURY

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.LX

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  • FAMILY ROOM STANDARDFAMILY ROOM • STANDARD • 1 Bedroom • 46 m²FAM.ST
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    FAMILY ROOM STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    46 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    FAMILY ROOM
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: FAM.ST

    Room amenities

    • Dining Area
    • Toaster
    • Satellite TV
    • Fan
    • Desk
    • Toiletries
    • Cot on demand
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Microwave
    • Kitchenette
    • TV
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower
    • Bathroom

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  • SUITE MOUNTAIN VIEWSUITE • MOUNTAIN VIEW • 1 Bedroom • 55 m²SUI.VN
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    SUITE MOUNTAIN VIEW

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    15 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    55 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    SUITE
    View / characteristic
    MOUNTAIN VIEW

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.VN

    Room amenities

    • Hairdryer
    • TV
    • Kitchenette
    • Oven
    • Microwave
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Living room: 1
    • Balcony
    • Terrace
    • Bathroom
    • Shower
    • Electric Kettle
    • Fireplace
    • Satellite TV
    • Fan
    • Desk
    • Toiletries
    • DVD player
    • Cot on demand
    • Towels and bed linen at surcharge
    • Dining Area
    • Toaster
    • Garden
    • Bathtub or Shower allocation on arrival

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • SUITE MOUNTAIN VIEWSUITE • MOUNTAIN VIEWSUI.VN-1

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    SUITE MOUNTAIN VIEW

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
    View / characteristic
    MOUNTAIN VIEW

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.VN-1

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  • DOUBLE ONE BEDROOMDOUBLE • ONE BEDROOMDBL.B1

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    DOUBLE ONE BEDROOM

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    ONE BEDROOM

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.B1

    Limited room details from hotel

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Arumvale Country House

9.0
Excellent
35 Reviews
Cleanliness
8.8 /10
Service
9.2 /10
Comfort
8.6 /10
Condition
8.8 /10
Location
10.0 /10
Neighborhood
9.4 /10
Amenities
8.4 /10
20 reviews shown
8/10
Excellent
27 Dec 2019
Verified traveler

Lovely charming place for a couple or small family

Lovely people and charming place. Could help self to vegetables in the garden or even the eggs from the chickens for breakfast which was a hit with the kids. Only drawback was that it was a bit of a squash, we should have booked a third room. The rooms are called “two bedroom” but they are actually one bedroom suites with a single sofa bed in the living room so not really suitable for three adults. This is in the small print of the room description so our fault for not reading closely but I think the room title is misleading. Great for a couple or a family with one child.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
18 Feb 2019
Verified traveler
Unique location, animals, bird life, views.... it was a magical experience to watch over the huge landscape as the night drew in
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
13 Feb 2019
Verified traveler

Fantastic stay

Loved it, great place, very peaceful. Owner very helpful!
Family
10/10
Exceptional
30 Oct 2018
Morag
Wonderful accommodation excellent hosts would recommend
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 Jun 2018
Verified traveler
Wonderful stay ... would highly recommend the cottage. Beautiful views, cozy, clean, friendly staff and glorious fireplace!
Family
8/10
Excellent
13 Mar 2018
John

Good Place

We stayed for 1 night en route from East to West. The standard self catering room was good, comfortable and clean. The views from the patio were really good. If staying for more I would definitely go for one of the bigger suites. We self catered and managed but better cooking facilities are available in the bigger rooms. Good value, nice place.
6/10
Pleasant
26 Feb 2018
stephen

Disappointing

Stayed for two nights but should have made it one. My wife didn't want to stay on first impressions as the place needed a thorough clean. Lots of cobwebs and dirty surfaces. The outside space superior to the inside. Lovely views from the terrace but close to cow fields hence inundated with flies which plagued us. Our introduction was rushed and below the standard of others we have experienced this trip. This place was not for us.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 Dec 2017
Pierre

Romantic

First class luxurious accommodation
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
28 Aug 2017
family

Lovely peaceful and scenic location.

We enjoyed our stay at Arumvale. George and everyone were so friendly and helpful. The accommodation is characterful and comfortable. Swellendam is a short drive away and George recommended and booked us a great restaurant on our first night - Field and Fork. We made a day trip down to De Hoop and saw whales, wildlife and the most magnificent sand dunes. A long journey on dirt roads but well worth it.
10/10
Exceptional
10 Aug 2017
Abraham

More than expected

A little smaller than the picture in brochure portray but not a penalty. If what you after is a relaxed scenic venue then this is the place. We'd love to go again.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
17 Feb 2017
C&K

Worth more than a one night stopover

This is a lovely property in a great setting with the mountains as a backdrop. It is an easy short drive from the centre of Swellendam so an ideal location for those like us who like to be away from the bustle but close enough to enjoy the restaurants and gift shops of the centre. The accommodation is quite basic but oozes character and charm. George is a very hands on host and ensures the braai is set up every day! We stayed for 3 nights but will stay longer next time to fully enjoy all that the area has to offer
8/10
Excellent
27 Jan 2017
Valerie

Rustic cottage with a lovely view

This converted cottage was so sweet it was originally a farm workers cottage next to the main house It was fun for a nights stay and the mountain views were stunning
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 Jan 2017
Maurits

Nice place with a view at the mountain ridge.

It is a nice place with a view the mountain ridge with some farming land surroundings. It is just outside the city. People are very friendly. The two rooms we stayed in looked great.
I'd easily book again.
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jan 2017
Verified traveler

Stunning location, cosy apartment

The location is stunning, with views over the nearby mountains. Our room was comfortable and well equipped, George even had the Braai ready to fire up when we arrived. Definitely book a few nights and explore the SANPark hikes
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Oct 2016
Brigid

Beautiful views and beautiful cottage

Really enjoyed this stay, beautiful views and great host! We loved Swellendam town too, and there are lots of great places for lunch and dinner :) Thoroughly recommend this place
Partner
8/10
Excellent
06 Jan 2020
Steffen&Steffi
Die gesamte Unterkunft ist etwas in die Tage gekommen. Wir haben keine großen Ansprüche und so war das in punkto Sauberkeit halbwegs in Ordnung, aber doch schon an der Grenze. Der Pool ist mit Salzwasser gefühlt, zu unserem Erstaunen vielleicht sogar noch etwas salziger als das Meer. Für eine, maximal zwei Nächte ist der Platz in Ordnung.
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
29 Nov 2019
elke
liegt landschaftlich sehr schön, wirkt insgesamt etwas vernachlässigt, Bad sehr klein, man braucht ein Auto da abschüssig
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
21 Feb 2019
Verified traveler

Assez cher pour ce que c'est

Assez bien dans l'ensemble mais assez cher par rapport à d'autres hébergements que nous avons eu en Afrique du sud.
Point positif : bel environnement.
Point négatif : ménage.
Petite terrasse agréable mais pas propre idem pour les transats à la piscine.
Franchement à ce prix on peut trouver mieux
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 Feb 2019
Verified traveler
Accueil très succinct. Très belle chambre décorée avec goût et belle vue sur la campagne. Eloigné du centre mais d'une grande tranquillité. La chambre dispose d'une belle terrasse individuelle avec un barbecue pour un repas en toute intimité (pas de possibilité de repas à proximité). Le jardin est magnifique avec une piscine, un coin repos et une végétation soignée.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
10 Feb 2019
Verified traveler
Vue sublime sur champs et montagnes , très jolie lodge, magnifique jardin, bonne situation. Propreté moyenne dommage sinon c’etait Parfait
Leisure

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Arumvale Country House
7 South Hermitage Road Hermitage Valley, Swellendam, South Africa

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