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Schoone Oordt Country House
W. Cape-Cape Town-Garden Route · South Africa
Swellengrebel street, 1 YesView location
9.8/10Excellent178 Reviews
Cleanliness10.0/10 10.0
Service10.0/10 10.0
Comfort9.8/10 9.8
Condition9.8/10 9.8
Location9.8/10 9.8
Neighborhood9.4/10 9.4
Amenities10.0/10 10.0
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About Schoone Oordt Country House
This exceptional Victorian-style country hotel is nestled in the picturesque town of Swellendam, South Africa, 204km from Cape Town International Airport.
Set within lush gardens and the marvellous scenery of the fourth oldest town in South Africa, this luxurious property offers delightfully designed rooms ranging from magnificent luxury rooms to family rooms and an exceptional honeymoon suite. The rooms are delightfully appointed, featuring soothing tones, antique furniture and fireplaces.
They are well-equipped with modern amenities, TV, mini bar and elegant toiletries. Visitors will relish the opportunity to savour delectable dishes in the light & airy Conservatory.
Nature lovers & adventurous mountain bikers may take advantage of the nearby nature reserves, the more hedonistic are able to visit delightful eateries and delicious wine estates.
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With a stay at Schoone Oordt Country House in Swellendam, you'll be in the historical district, just a 5-minute walk from Drostdy Museum and 5 minutes by foot from Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam.
This family-friendly country house is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Swellendam Provincial Hospital and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Swellendam Golf Course. Treat yourself to a stay in one of the 11 individually furnished guestrooms, featuring heated floors and flat-screen televisions.
Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature deep soaking bathtubs and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include laptop-compatible safes and minibars (stocked with some free items), and housekeeping is provided daily.
Featured amenities include express check-out, dry cleaning/laundry services, and luggage storage. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
Popular amenities
Swimming Pool
Free WiFi
Parking available
Airport transfers
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Smoking areas
Childcare
Banquet facilities
Transportation services
Check-in and check-out
Check-in from
2:00 PM
Check-in until
10:00 PM
Check-out until
11:00 AM
Hotel policies
No rollaway/extra beds available
No elevators
Guests will receive an email with special check-in instructions
LGBTQIA+ friendly
Guest will receive an email before arrival 24 hours
Professional property host/manager
Pets not allowed
Service animals not allowed
Cleaning and safety
Sanitization
Contactless check-in is available
Contactless check-out is available
Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO
Important information
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You need to know
- The seasonal pool will be open from September to June.
- Up to 5 children 1 year old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
- The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
- No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
- This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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Special Instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). Guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM. Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
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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, debit cards, and cash
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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Optional fees
- Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 2500 per vehicle (one way)
- Early check-in fee: ZAR 365.00 (subject to availability)
- Late check-in fee: ZAR 365.00 for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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Spoken Language
Xhosa
Afrikaans
English
Nearby attractions
Drostdy Museum
0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam
0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Swellendam Provincial Hospital
1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Swellendam Golf Course
2.3 km / 1.4 mi
Swellendam Hiking Trail
2.4 km / 1.5 mi
Railton Library
2.6 km / 1.6 mi
Cape Floral Region Protected Areas
3 km / 1.9 mi
Duiwelsbos Waterfall
3.7 km / 2.3 mi
Bontebok National Park
13.9 km / 8.6 mi
Platform 62 Tourism Centre
49.4 km / 30.7 mi
Ashton Winery
50.7 km / 31.5 mi
Hotel facilities & services
Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.
- Year of construction: 1853
- Year of most recent renovation: 2020
- Total number of rooms: 11
- Double rooms: 8
- Suites: 1
- Family rooms: 2
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- Bus/Train station
- Airport
- Golf course
- Entertainment Area
- Wheelchair-accessible
- Car parkExtra charge
- 24-hour reception
- Check-in hour
- Check-out hour
- Wi-fiExtra charge
- Secure parking
- Airport Shuttle
- Room serviceExtra charge
- Laundry service
- Babysitting service
- Multilingual staff
- 24-hour security
- Bellboy serviceExtra charge
- FireplaceExtra charge
- Hotel safeExtra charge
- Garden
- Terrace
- Concierge
- Luggage room
- Clothes dryer
- Library
- Electric kettle
- Towels and bed linen
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking area
- Smoking areaExtra charge
- Highchairs
- Printer
- Photocopier
- Outdoor freshwater pool: 1
- Sun loungersExtra charge
- ParasolsExtra charge
- TV lounge
- Game roomExtra charge
- Massage
- Breakfast
- Breakfast buffet
- Breakfast served to the table
- Hot breakfast
- À la carte dinner
- Special dietary options
- Picnic
- CanoeingExtra charge
- SquashExtra charge
- Horse ridingExtra charge
- Bowling alleyExtra charge
- Golf practice facilityExtra charge
Meal plans
Meal plan types
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Room types
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SUITE STANDARDSUITE • STANDARDSUI.ST
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- Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
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- STANDARD
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SUITE STANDARD
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- SUITE
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- STANDARD
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Room code: SUI.ST
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Double or Twin LUXURYDouble or Twin • LUXURYDBT.LX
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- Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
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- Double or Twin
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- LUXURY
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Double or Twin LUXURY
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- Double or Twin
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Room code: DBT.LX
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DOUBLE LUXURYDOUBLE • LUXURYDBL.LX-1
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- Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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DOUBLE LUXURY
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- Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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- DOUBLE
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- LUXURY
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Room code: DBL.LX-1
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SUITE HONEYMOONSUITE • HONEYMOONSUI.HM
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- HONEYMOON
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SUITE HONEYMOON
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- SUITE
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- HONEYMOON
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Room code: SUI.HM
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FAMILY ROOM STANDARDFAMILY ROOM • STANDARDFAM.ST-2
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- Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
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- FAMILY ROOM
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- STANDARD
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FAMILY ROOM STANDARD
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- FAMILY ROOM
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- STANDARD
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Room code: FAM.ST-2
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SUITE BUNK BEDSUITE • BUNK BEDSUI.BK
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- BUNK BED
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SUITE BUNK BED
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- BUNK BED
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TWIN LUXURYTWIN • LUXURYTWN.LX
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- TWIN
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- LUXURY
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TWIN LUXURY
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- TWIN
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- LUXURY
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Room code: TWN.LX
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SINGLE LUXURYSINGLE • LUXURYSGL.LX
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- Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
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- SINGLE
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- LUXURY
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SINGLE LUXURY
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- SINGLE
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Room code: SGL.LX
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FAMILY ROOM THREE BEDSFAMILY ROOM • THREE BEDSFAM.3B
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- Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
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- THREE BEDS
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FAMILY ROOM THREE BEDS
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- FAMILY ROOM
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- THREE BEDS
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Room code: FAM.3B
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Guest reviews
What other guests saying about Schoone Oordt Country House
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Martin
Everything was jus great
Frances
The family who run the Country House take are interested in there visitors and take really good care of people.
The food was outstanding, best breakfast ever.
The food was outstanding, best breakfast ever.
Joel
What a wonderful place out in the country! They honor of their way to please guests. Breakfast and dinner are high quality. Rather than the usual breakfast buffet breakfast is high quality served at the table with options.
Michael
Beautiful property , very friendly staff with good dining options and even a small bar area .
Perfect for a stop over while traveling
Perfect for a stop over while traveling
Chris
Highly recommend this beautiful property. Many guests stop en route to the Garden Route, but it’s worth taking a break for a few days and enjoying all it has to offer - we did! Thanks to Alison and her team for a lovely stay.
David
Lovely boutique hotel, with excellent locally sourced menu. The staff made us very welcome and nothing was too much trouble.
Verified traveler
Difficult to fault
Charming colonial style property, beautiful rooms and public areas and wonderful scones and afternoon tea on arrival! Superb restaurant and attentive staff and owner. Highly recommend
Stephen
Staff were all super helpful, accommodation was very comfortable and dinner and breakfast both excellent!
Ailie
A wonderful, beautifully restored property. Everything about our room was comfortable, considered and clean, everyone was so friendly, and the food was exceptional. Breakfast was a particularly highlight!
We were totally happy with every part of our short stay at Schoone Oordt and would unreservedly recommend booking.
We were totally happy with every part of our short stay at Schoone Oordt and would unreservedly recommend booking.
JULIE
Charming Hotel
Sadly only had one night here en route, wonderful, quirky, charming hotel. Wonderful warm welcome from the staff, really well looked after, the restaurant is fabulous, superb quality meal and the breakfast was amazing. They even washed our car, highly recommend
Richard
We enjoyed an exquisite stay at Schoone Oordt with the highlights being the exceptional dinner service, the cosy and well appointed room, the wonderful personal service and the splendid Swellendam architecture. We couldn’t recommend it more highly.
Frank
A wonderful boutique hotel with excellent staff, food, drink and rooms. Well located in the centre of Swellendam. Highly recommended.
Danie
We stayed at Schoone Oordt during July and rented 3 rooms for our travel party. We arrived in the late afternoon, only to find that there was load shedding underway, and the resort had made no provision of inverters or generators for our rooms. So our first experience of our rooms was dark, cold and gloomy. Trying to unpack and get set up in our rooms while stumbling around in the dark was no fun. Overall, we only had power about half the time we at the resort. There was no disclosure when we made the booking that the resort had no electricity backup, and we assumed that since load shedding has been ongoing for years, that such provision would have been made at a resort of this calibre. Additionally, one of the rooms had a broken wall heater that didn't function when the electricity came back on and so the occupants were freezing throughout the night. The only saving grace was that all the staff were super nice, and the breakfast was wonderful. Overall though, we had had high expectations, but it was a very disappointing experience at a resort that charges a premium rate. Buyer beware...
Mark
Schoone Oordt Country House
We had an awesome time. The town and your lodge are stunning. I have driven past Swellendam maybe 30 times in the last 7 years since I moved to Knysna. Never once had I ever turned off the N2 and driven through Swellendam. We ended up spending a small fortune at one of your local art galleries. And the restaurant where we had dinner (Drostdy) was excellent!
G
Fantastic: lovely property, delicious food, friendly and helpful staff
Emile
Perfect stay.
Great stay with very attentive staff. We would come again.
Angela
Our stay far exceeded our expectations. The service was truly exceptional, and we loved every single detail.
The beds were comfortable, grounds are beautiful, breakfast was delicious, check-in experience was lovely, and we also joined for dinner which had a great ambience. Given load shedding schedules there were also thoughtful details such as battery powered lights in the rooms.
Would highly recommend a stay here and we hope to return again soon!
The beds were comfortable, grounds are beautiful, breakfast was delicious, check-in experience was lovely, and we also joined for dinner which had a great ambience. Given load shedding schedules there were also thoughtful details such as battery powered lights in the rooms.
Would highly recommend a stay here and we hope to return again soon!
Mark
Beautiful property with great staff and interaction with owners.
Excellent!
Excellent!
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Felt like family! Very accomodating
Great family stay! The food was great, and very accomodating as we had vegans, vegetarians and lactose free guests in the family to deal with. They brought wonderful floaty toys to the pool for the kids and made our stay really relaxing and nice. The staff was so nice it was as if we had been friends forever.
J
Comfortable, relaxing and exceptional service.
We enjoyed an amaizing weekend with our every need taken care off by Alison and her team! They left no stone unturned to make it enjoyable and we made the most of the garden and Richards' beautiful koi ponds. We did not even explore the town much and rather opted to stay at the establishments comfort and relaxing environment. All the staff were helpful, friendly and respected our privacy. Thank you Alison! Johan & Michelle
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A wonderful place to stay in, great design ,well furnished, the staff are so helpful and friendly, we liked Fendi, for his extraordinary service,
The owner Alison is a wonderful and cheerful lady, you can tell sge and her husband have a great taste from the place they own and manage.
We are coming back.
The owner Alison is a wonderful and cheerful lady, you can tell sge and her husband have a great taste from the place they own and manage.
We are coming back.
David
perfect hospitality
Just one night but will return. The building and grounds are beautiful and the rooms are very tastefully and pleasingly decorated. We were welcomed with cold fresh juice in the bar/lounge and then G&T while we signed in. Everybody from Alison to the man who carried our bags and cleaned the car were very friendly and helpful. We shall return
Verified traveler
Truly felt welcomed even though a number of guests turned up at the same time . The property is stunning , the gardens are beautiful and the pool was a joy . Room had everything you could need . Breakfasts and evening meals were an absolute treat . Truly good food well presented . All the staff were friendly. If anywhere deserves a five star rating this is it.
Ferhan
Excellent hospitality!
The staff is so accommodating, they'll do anything to ensure you have a good stay. We were the only ones staying that night (off season) and we literally had the entire staff looking after us, setting up our fireplace, leaving warm bottles, offering snacks, making dinner reservations, washing our car, etc. etc.
Highly recommended place to stay as part of the garden route!
Highly recommended place to stay as part of the garden route!
Verified traveler
From the very first welcome until departure was a first class experience. Little touches were very welcome. Food was amazing. Open fire in the room was magical. Didn’t expect to have the car cleaned. A big big thank you to everyone at the hotel for a wow stay. Highly recommended
Verified traveler
The service mainly. Car was washed without being asked tovdo so.
Olivier
Perfect place to stay
Great hotel, very personalised, friendly and beautiful. Had a great experience and would highly recommend
Verified traveler
Top class people accomadation food and facilities. No downside whatever. They even cleaned our car before we left.
Manfred
So luxurious yet homely, grand yet cosy. Going home yet planning to return soon...
GS
Picturesque and tranquil location.
Very nice location and the hotel was beautiful and clean. Very pleasant and helpful staff. Food was unique and delicious. The whole stay was very enjoyable.
Matthew
Do believe the hype!
Once you stay at Schoone Oordt it gives you a huge problem reviewing other hotels: there might be nothing wrong with them but you know you can't give them a perfect score once you have experienced the hospitality at Schoone Oordt. Just one of the details which made me smile during my stay was the hot water bottle sneaked into the bed at turn-down on a chilly winter evening.
S.O. is a family run business and one key factor in its success is the way the staff all seem to feel they are part of a family, and nothing was ever a trouble for them... it was always 'my pleasure'. The room and bathroom were both homely and tasteful to the extent that I would be happy to transport both to my house. The shower was particularly impressive. A welcome drink, afternoon tea and cake laid out every day, pleasant and well-tended gardens, relaxing pool area, a fantastic three course breakfast which changed daily, your car washed every morning... just what else do you want? In fact you probably get it but I am running out of review space. The hotel also serves dinner which although not prefect (my lavender infused creme brulee wasn't properly set) served up an exquisite fillet steak which was a highlight of my month in South Africa. Needless to say, if I am ever within 100km of Swellendam again I will be looking to stay at Schoone Oordt: it's an exceptional hotel.
S.O. is a family run business and one key factor in its success is the way the staff all seem to feel they are part of a family, and nothing was ever a trouble for them... it was always 'my pleasure'. The room and bathroom were both homely and tasteful to the extent that I would be happy to transport both to my house. The shower was particularly impressive. A welcome drink, afternoon tea and cake laid out every day, pleasant and well-tended gardens, relaxing pool area, a fantastic three course breakfast which changed daily, your car washed every morning... just what else do you want? In fact you probably get it but I am running out of review space. The hotel also serves dinner which although not prefect (my lavender infused creme brulee wasn't properly set) served up an exquisite fillet steak which was a highlight of my month in South Africa. Needless to say, if I am ever within 100km of Swellendam again I will be looking to stay at Schoone Oordt: it's an exceptional hotel.
Graham
Overnight stay in Swellendam
This was just an overnighter to break my journey but I enjoyed the whole experience and particularly the dinner and breakfast
Alexander
A wonderful night stop
We stopped in Swellendam for a night whilst driving the garden route. Service here was impeccable, food was excellent, and the prices in the hotel were extremely reasonable. Loved the hote, and loved the staff. If we had to find any criticism that would be perhaps it’s time to replace the CD player in the honeymoon suit for something more modern.
Verified traveler
Perfection
Flawless. Possibly the best hotel we’ve ever stayed in. We didn’t want to leave!
Fiona
Great hotel
Amazing hotel. Great food, fantastic service. Would have loved to stay longer.
Hennie
Proudly South African!
Ian and Alison treats their geusts in such a manor that you would think they are the owners of the business. We have never had an experience like this before. From the moment we arrived until we drove out the gates with a clean washed car. The dining was on another level and the breakfast from another planet. The room was spacious,minimalistic and stylishly furnished. The linen was crispy and fresh and the bathroom big,clean and fresh.
Very good value for money and a lasted good memory.
Very good value for money and a lasted good memory.
Michelle
A step back in time at a gorgeous hideaway
This hotel oozes charm from the moment you arrive. Every detail in the main house and rooms is perfectly crafted, from the decor to the chocolates left in your room at turndown with an accompanying note about tomorrow's weather forecast. The owners have taken a huge amount of care to ensure that the service you receive for your stay is flawless.
POLLY
Helpful friendly staff, delicious food, comfortable and lovely room. Loved it.
MR S J
Historical with grest facilities and welcoming
Amazing lovely atmosphere Lana was farming
Excellent food we loved our 2 nights here would recommend this as a stop
Excellent food we loved our 2 nights here would recommend this as a stop
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Extraordinary!
If you're anywhere near Swellendam this place is a must. Beautiful house, nice neighborhood, amazingly helpful and friendly manager an staff, gourmet breakfast, walk to great restaurants, and......they wash your car!
GS
We would recommend Schoone Oordt highly.
We found Schoone Oordt to be delightful, and the room spacious and spotlessly clean. The staff couldn't have been pleasanter or more helpful. We had one of our two Swellendam dinners in, and should have had both in because our meal at Schoone Oordt was marvellous. Excellent chef. Add to that, his breakfasts were wonderful too - imaginative and different each day. One could have a boring old \"full English\" or scrambled, or omelette etc if one wanted, but the day's \"chef's special breakfast\" has to be highly recommended.
Tea/ coffee and delicious home made cake, crunchie biscuits & rusks were on offer and complementary at any time in the afternoon.
All in all it was a great couple of days and Schoone Oordt is highly recommended.
Tea/ coffee and delicious home made cake, crunchie biscuits & rusks were on offer and complementary at any time in the afternoon.
All in all it was a great couple of days and Schoone Oordt is highly recommended.
Steven
Memorable stay
This hotel is a gem. It was one of the highlights of our 10 day trip to South Africa and exceeded our expectations.
The staff were excellent, the setting beautiful and the evening dinner was lovely too.
Highly recommend.
The staff were excellent, the setting beautiful and the evening dinner was lovely too.
Highly recommend.
Johan
Nice hotel with good service
For the price you pay you get a lot. Good service and nice rooms.
Trev
Good hotel on N2 route
Stayed overnight to break journey from Knysna to Cape Town and booked this hotel which was a good find and recommended. A lovely old building with very good food for breakfast and dinner as well as comfortable room and helpful and friendly staff.
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Fabulous little Gem
Wonderful hotel, carefully restored with great attention to detail.
Completely charming.
Excellent level of service.
Awesome breakfast.
We will be back!
Completely charming.
Excellent level of service.
Awesome breakfast.
We will be back!
Verified traveler
The place to stay in Swellendam
A great place to stay.
Very professional and attentive service.
Good food.
Beautiful garden.
Very professional and attentive service.
Good food.
Beautiful garden.
Verified traveler
Very welcoming
Stopped off for one night en route from Knysna to Cape Town. Once we found the right gate - on the main road - the welcome was very warm and efficient. We were given tea and booked in, then chose a local restaurant for the evening with their advice and they booked it. Room was very pleasant, though short on wardrobe space for a longer stay. In the morning we went for a swim and had breakfast before continuing our journey.
Graeme
Can't Get Any Better
From the moment we arrived until the moment we left this hotel was first class in friendliness, service, food, room, staff--- we could not fault it in any way.
Gerrie
WOW Stay
Pleasant one night stay enroute to George from Cape town. Perfect half way stop to break the journey.Very pleasant and professional welcome from Sunette.
Accommodation met all our expectations, dinner was exceptional, thanks to Wander for his special touch to the cuisine that was prepared and served.
The Breakfast was wow!!! We will return.
Accommodation met all our expectations, dinner was exceptional, thanks to Wander for his special touch to the cuisine that was prepared and served.
The Breakfast was wow!!! We will return.
Mohammad
Exceptenal trip
Excellent
Mohammad
Exceptional stay in exceptional hotel
Excellent
Verified traveler
Amazing experience!
Our stay at Schoone Oordt was outstanding: it far exceeded our expectations and we thoroughly enjoyed the fire, the beautiful bathroom, the hot water bottle & the exquisite breakfast!!! I liked that the room had a book in it explaining the history of the house too. A highlight of our holiday.
Rod
Great weekend getaway
what a welcome we received on check in, a hot cup of coffee with scones,cheese and jam. Rooms are beautifully decorated and to top it off they washed our car the following morning before we headed off to our new destination. great service
JEN
Go to Swellendam. Just to stay at Schoone Oordt.
What a wonderful experience. From the friendly, warm, late night greeting by Fidney; to the scrumptious 3-course breakfast. The rooms are gorgeous and the property absolutely beautiful. So many surprises I would love to mention, but it would spoil it for other guests. We'll spend a weekend in this town now if we can stay here again.
geoffrey
still very good
Excellent return visit
Verified traveler
Good over night stop
The perfect stop-over when travelling along the N2 route at Swellendam. Very comfortable accommodation with a delightful conservatory to take breakfast & enjoy the evening sunlight over supper.
Brian
Simply Delightful - Excellent in ever way.
We stayed for two nights en-route to Kynsna. From the moment we walked through the front door and received such a warm welcome from Fidney we knew that we had made the right choice. Just perfect in ever way. Tasteful decoration, light airy dining room and delightful bedroom and gardens. We will certainly recommend to family and friends.
CathyG
A beautiful restored property of character
We were disappointed that we were only staying for one night as the warm welcome, inviting pool and gardens, friendly and attentive staff and lovely character bedroom and bathroom with outside seating area made for a wonderful stay. We very much appreciated the complimentary welcome drink and afternoon tea. We enjoyed our evening meal and the three course breakfast was especially delicious! We shall certainly return but for longer next time.
Bob
Swell place to stay
Sadly we only had one night at the Schoone Oordt but will definitely return. The property is beautiful and when you enter you feel you are stepping back into an era of grace and style. We had one of the rooms not in the main building and it was perfect - huge room with lovely classic furniture, sumptuous beds with high quality fine linen, fabulous bathroom with rainfall shower, in-room refreshments that included real freshly ground coffee. Complimentary wifi kept us in touch with the 21st century. We enjoyed a wonderful breakfast before leaving served by the most friendly and hospitable staff. A perfect place to break your journey along the Garden Route.
Johanna
A bit of heaven
We really felt welcome and we had a nice welcome treat. The guesthouse is beautiful. For such a high class hotel the service was very slow when we had breakfast and I expected at least sausage with the egg and not just bacon. The fruit salad was delicious.
angela
Best hotel in town!
Crystal and especially Fidney took good care if us. We only stayed 1 night and everything was perfect! Breakfast was by far the best we had on our 8 night garden route trip. Afternoon treats were appreciated. Beautiful grounds and rooms and the bathroom shower was also a special surprise. The decor was a stunning merge of antique and modern. Would love to return in the future.
Verified traveler
Overnight stop off
Absolutely first class hospitality from the welcome drink and snack to the wonderful breakfast. The room with open fire was spacious and romantic. Thank you for a memorable stop over.
Ben
Superb - beautiful hotel with great service
Just excellent from start to finish, lovely hotel, great service and even dinner at the restaurant was superb.
Kathryn
We stayed for one night in the Honeymoon Suite and it was absolutely faultless. Firstly, it's massive! The bathroom alone is the size of a large bedroom, and the huge roll top bath is gorgeous. The beds were comfy, there was a beautiful open fire (pre-prepared and ready to light), and there was even a hot water bottle warming the bed! The building itself is stunning, and the service and breakfast was to match. I'd definitely recommend staying here. I would stay again!
Sue
Luxury accommodation with a first class welcome
Truly a luxury experience with champagne welcome, three course breakfasts, real fires in the rooms and staff, at all levels, who were welcoming and helpful. Would highly recommend this accommodation - beautiful rooms in a beautiful setting which was enhanced by the service provided by the staff through the car being washed in the morning, fires being lit in your room in the evening to the outstanding food and willingness by the staff to make your holiday a wonderful experience.
Fraser
What an incredible find
We booked this place by chance as we needed to find a stop off place to break up our drive. But what a find. Swellendam is a lovely town, with fantastic hikes nearby. And this hotel is incredible. Really friendly staff, great breakfast, and the rooms are fantastic. We particularly liked the open fire place - perfect on a chilly winters night. Highly recommend the hotel and Swellendam. Fraser
Jane
Warm welcome, beautiful house.
From the afternoon tea on arrival to the fantastic breakfast, this is a spot for a beautiful getaway! Wine with our hostess before dinner, and a lovely open fire in the room. Highly recommended.
Verified traveler
Quality throughout!
The level of quality and service here is exceptional. Particular mention has to be made of the food...we had the best meal in South Africa here. The chef is outstanding! If you are able, stay more than one night!
Fitzy
Luxury small hotel with amazing service
This is a lovely, small hotel where there is amazing attention to detail. Service is second to none. Interesting, historic building refurbished in a very sympathetic, attractive style.
Jane
Oooh La La!!!
The stress of travelling just melts away the minute you step on to the grounds of this magnificent country house. Welcoming staff, complimentary refreshments, speedy settling in and you feel wonderful after just a few minutes here. The morning breakfast in the light and airy conservatory was first rate. The rooms were extremely well kept and no detail was too small. From the heated bathroom floor to the chocolates left wishing you a good night. The staff and their beaming smiles made this one of my all time favorite stops. Jeepers, they even washed our car when we weren't looking Go there. You will no regret it.
Verified traveler
Awesome stop. Must visit
Great place for a romantic getaway. Highly recommemd to stay here.
Andrew
Beautiful hotel.
Nice place and very attentive staff. A little upset that we didn't know that we were unable to eat in the restaurant as it was fully booked. We had an ok time at a nearby restaurant but sorely missed the experience at the hotel as breakfast was exquisitely done.
CagsieG
Excellent Choice!
We stayed here for one night but wish we could've stayed longer. Stunning hotel, fantastic staff, beautiful rooms and impressive grounds. From our initial greeting upon arrival right through to our departure, Schoone Oordt certainly didn't disappoint. Highlights included the delicious breakfast, relaxing loungers around the pool, personal attention from staff and a rainfall walk-in shower in the bathroom! There has clearly been a great amount of thought put into all the small details in this hotel which make this place so special. We stayed in room 8 which is located outside of the main hotel building near the pool where you could have a proper fire lit in your room if you like! We look forward to being able to stay here again.
George
The Best You Will Ever Get
Thanks for everything.
The chef made a birthday cake for my mum on request and it was beautiful.
I have been all around the world and stayed in other 5 Star Hotels like the Ritz in New York etc, but I rate Schoone Oordt, the top place I have every stayed at, even it was only briefly. I will definitely be coming back.
Also the guide/concierge that look after us was top notch and the best I have had the pleasure of meeting.
Thanks again for making everything perfect.
The chef made a birthday cake for my mum on request and it was beautiful.
I have been all around the world and stayed in other 5 Star Hotels like the Ritz in New York etc, but I rate Schoone Oordt, the top place I have every stayed at, even it was only briefly. I will definitely be coming back.
Also the guide/concierge that look after us was top notch and the best I have had the pleasure of meeting.
Thanks again for making everything perfect.
Verified traveler
Lovely friendly and luxurious
Although our first night was marred by a problem with a weird smell in our cottage, we were really impressed with how problems were handled. We were moved to a gorgeous room as soon as one became available the next day and the problem with the first was linked to flooding from rains so not really a failing on their part. All staff very pleasant and attentive. We would certainly return to this lovely refuge!
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Schoone Oordt Country House
Swellengrebel street, 1 Yes, Swellendam, South Africa
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