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Schoone Oordt Country House

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Step into Schoone Oordt Country House, a luxury boutique country house in the historical district. Enjoy a free full breakfast, unwind at the seasonal outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas or explore the garden. With an arcade/game room, fine dining at Conservatory Restaurant and helpful staff previous guests have raved about.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Airport transfer
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • In-room childcare
  • Airport shuttle
  • Area shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Arcade/game room

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • 11 bedrooms
  • Refrigerator
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
The current price is CNY1,792
CNY2,061 total
includes taxes & fees
May 15 - May 16

Why we love this property

Work and play balance
This country house features a business center and concierge services. Guests can enjoy in-room massages and a complimentary manager's reception.
A taste of local cuisine
This country house features a restaurant serving local cuisine with garden views. The bar adds flair, while a free full breakfast fuels morning adventures.
Pool paradise
This luxury property features an outdoor pool area complete with comfortable loungers and shaded umbrellas for ultimate relaxation.

Room options

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Family Cottage (2 Adults & 2 Children) | 11 bedrooms, premium bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe

Family Cottage (2 Adults & 2 Children)

  • Garden view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a large bed, two windows with blinds, a bench, a bedside table with a lamp, and a chandelier.

Family Suite (2 adults & 4 children)

  • Garden view
  • 53 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 4 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Luxury Room | 11 bedrooms, premium bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe

Luxury Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Honeymoon Suite | 11 bedrooms, premium bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe

Honeymoon Suite

  • Garden view
  • 48 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
1 Swellengrebel Street, Swellendam, Western Cape, 6740

What's nearby

  • Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Drostdy Museum - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Swellendam Golf Course - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Swellendam Hiking Trail - 6 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Wilderbraam Berry Estate - 60 min drive - 55.8 km

Getting around

  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 150 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Oude Post Bistro - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Grace + Merci - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Tredici - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Republic of Swellendam - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Connection, Swellendam - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Schoone Oordt Country House

  • Enjoy your visit to Swellendam with a stay at Schoone Oordt Country House. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Conservatory Restaurant, which serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious country house include a bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 11 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in 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; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children

    • Up to 5 children (1 year old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • Babysitting*
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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Offsite

    • Area shuttle*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast each morning 8 AM–10 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Free daily reception

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Childcare in room (surcharge)
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Archery
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • Built in 1853
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Piano
  • An outdoor pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • No elevator (single level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Stocked minibar (select free items)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers

Sleep well

  • 11 bedrooms
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage
  • Individually furnished
  • Heated floors

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Dining

Conservatory Restaurant - Overlooking the garden, this fine-dining restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Reservations are required.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of ZAR 2500 per vehicle (one way)
  • Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of ZAR 365.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight can be arranged for an extra charge of ZAR 365.00

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • The seasonal pool is open from September to June

Policies

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.

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.

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Schoone Oordt Country House offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Schoone Oordt Country House does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Schoone Oordt Country House?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Schoone Oordt Country House?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Schoone Oordt Country House?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Schoone Oordt Country House?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is ZAR 2500 per vehicle one way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Schoone Oordt Country House?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. There's a charge of ZAR 365.00 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Schoone Oordt Country House and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as archery. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the country house's other amenities, which include a seasonal outdoor pool and an arcade. Schoone Oordt Country House also has a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Schoone Oordt Country House?

Yes, Conservatory Restaurant offers local cuisine and garden views.

Does Schoone Oordt Country House have rooms with private hot tubs?

Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.

What's the area around Schoone Oordt Country House like?

Schoone Oordt Country House is a short 5-minute walk from Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam and 5 minutes' walk from Drostdy Museum.

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Reviews

Schoone Oordt Country House Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

10

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, high-quality, and exceptional by multiple guests. (8 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely place, wonderful staff and gorgeous rooms in a very walkable and charming part of Swellendam. Bonus points for great running routes on the nearby mountain. Breakfast was extraordinary and in itself worth the trip. Would love to come back.
David, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Frances, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Everything was jus great
Martin, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Joel, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property , very friendly staff with good dining options and even a small bar area . Perfect for a stop over while traveling
Michael, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were all super helpful, accommodation was very comfortable and dinner and breakfast both excellent!
Stephen, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic: lovely property, delicious food, friendly and helpful staff
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely boutique hotel, with excellent locally sourced menu. The staff made us very welcome and nothing was too much trouble.
David, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Chris, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect stay.

Great stay with very attentive staff. We would come again.
Emile, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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
JULIE, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

A wonderful boutique hotel with excellent staff, food, drink and rooms. Well located in the centre of Swellendam. Highly recommended.
Frank, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Ailie, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Richard, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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
1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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!
Angela, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Amazin

One of the best places I have ever stayed in and probably for the value it is the best. The guest house is beautiful and spotless, the rooms are really comfortable. The garden is peaceful and great to relax in. The food is the out of this world. Breakfast had two courses as well as a buffet - poached pear and then eggs royale - they were both what you would expect from a top restaurant. If you are going to stay around here - stay at this place.
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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!
Mark, 1-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

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...
Danie, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Altes aber sehr schönes Hotel mit guter Küche in Swellendam. Ein Highlight ist das Kaminfeuer im Zimmer an kühlen Tagen
Jacqueline, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property with great staff and interaction with owners. Excellent!
Mark, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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.
2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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
J, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Sehr empfehlenswert!

Tolles Hotel mit ausgezeichnetem Service in wunderschöner Umgebung. Das Personal hat versucht uns den Aufenthalt so angenehm wie möglich zu machen ohne dabei aufdringlich zu sein, was wirklich sehr angenehm war.
1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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.
2-night trip