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3 Human Street
Swellendam
Western Cape
Experience stylish country living on a historic Cape Dutch estate built 1802, centrally situated in the historic heart of Swellendam. The guest house is owner managed, offering superb hospitality with great attention to detail, focusing on quality, comfort and style. There are 3 luxury cottages (1 double), 2 garden suites and 1 family unit with classic contemporize decor, set in 1.5 hectares of luxuriant gardens with much indigenous flora and an abundance of birdlife.
The spacious guest areas in and around the historic house, is where one can relax and enjoy a drink in the lounge, on the patios or on the veranda overlooking the gardens. A memorable breakfast is given under the vines in summer and in front of the log fire in winter.
Swellendam is the jewel of the Overberg and it is the 3rd oldest settlement in South Africa situated halfway between Cape Town and the start of the Garden Route. Swellendam is renowned for its architecture, fascinating history, potters and great outdoor life such as horse riding, hiking, and canoeing. The area offers a variety of scenic routes which includes De Hope Nature Reserve for whale watching and its pristine beaches, the Tradouw pass to Barrydale, and the local wine route with some outstanding award winning wines. There is a well maintained 9 hole golf course nearby with a picturesque setting and fantastic views over the Langeberg Mountains.
The spacious guest areas in and around the historic house, is where one can relax and enjoy a drink in the lounge, on the patios or on the veranda overlooking the gardens. A memorable breakfast is given under the vines in summer and in front of the log fire in winter.
Swellendam is the jewel of the Overberg and it is the 3rd oldest settlement in South Africa situated halfway between Cape Town and the start of the Garden Route. Swellendam is renowned for its architecture, fascinating history, potters and great outdoor life such as horse riding, hiking, and canoeing. The area offers a variety of scenic routes which includes De Hope Nature Reserve for whale watching and its pristine beaches, the Tradouw pass to Barrydale, and the local wine route with some outstanding award winning wines. There is a well maintained 9 hole golf course nearby with a picturesque setting and fantastic views over the Langeberg Mountains.
- 3 luxury cottages
- 2 garden suites
- 1 family unit
- DSTV (satellite television)
- Heaters and fans
- Electric blankets in winter
- Digital safe
- Tea / coffee making facilities
- Cosy guest lounge
- Small interesting library
- Log fires
- Picnic baskets on request
- Laundry service
- Car wash service
- Outdoor patios
- Large salt water swimming pool
- Off street parking
- Horse riding and hiking
- Canoeing
- Nearby De Hope Nature Reserve
- Nearby 9 hole golf course
- Children of all ages are welcome
- 4 star - TGCSA (Tourism Grading Council of South Africa)
- Portfolio Collection
Low Season (1 May 2008 - 30 September 2008)
Single: R600 per night
Sharing: R495 per person sharing
High Season (1 October 2008 - 30 April 2009)
Single: R750 per night
Sharing: R650 per person sharing
Aloe - Private garden suite
Low Season (1 May 2008 - 30 September 2008)
Single: R595 per night
Sharing: R420 per person sharing
High Season (1 October 2008 - 30 April 2009)
Single: R695 per night
Sharing: R520 per person sharing
Strelitzia - Private garden Honeymoon suite
Low Season (1 May 2008 - 30 September 2008)
Single: R595 per night
Sharing: R420 per person sharing
High Season (1 October 2008 - 30 April 2009)
Single: R695 per night
Sharing: R520 per person sharing
Red-Hot Poker cottage
Low Season (1 May 2008 - 30 September 2008)
Sharing: R500 per person sharing (2 pers.)
Sharing: R420 per person sharing (3 - 4 pers.)
High Season (1 October 2008 - 30 April 2009)
Sharing: R675 per person sharing (2 pers.)
Sharing: R520 per person sharing (3 - 4 pers.)
Arum and Varkoor - Two luxury cottages
Low Season (1 May 2008 - 30 September 2008)
Single: R695 per night
Sharing: R495 per person sharing
High Season (1 October 2008 - 30 April 2009)
Single: R850 per night
Sharing: R750 per person sharing
30% deposit is required to confirm a room reservation.
Cancellation Policy
No show or premature departure - 100% of total accommodation costs.
0 - 7 days prior to arrival date - 75 % of total accommodation costs.
8 - 14 days prior to arrival date - 50 % of total accommodation costs.
15 - 21 days prior to arrival date - 30 % of total accommodation costs.
Methods of payment accepted: Cash, Credit Cards, Deposit / Internet Transfers
** Rates are provided as a guideline only, and are subject to change without prior notice.
Please confirm when booking.
Take the first West entrance into Swellendam. Enter into Swellendam via the main street which is called Voortrek Street. Drive along the main street, past all the shops (3km), and then pass the famous Dutch Reformed Church on your left hand side. Drive for another 100m further until the road splits into two. Take the left fork for and drive 30m and then left into Human Street. This is a dead end street. Drive to the top and you will find parking on your left hand side at No. 3.
From George
Take the East entrance as you enter into Swellendam via the first section of the main street called Swellengrebel Street. The first building on your left is the Drostdy museum. Approximately 500m down the road, on your left there will be a tea garden with the name "La Belle Alliance". Travel over the small bridge, directly after the bridge turn right, then left and right again into Human Street. These 3 turns are all within approximately 30m of each other. You will see the sign of Augusta de Mist at the top of this dead end street. Turn left into the parking area.