The Retreat is a very special place. Nestled in a pretty isolated valley near the Swartberg Mountains, the setting is spectacular and the hospitality is at a similarly high level. Due to its position, the Retreat offers breakfast and evening meal in with the price - both of which were excellent - served with other guests in a very sociable... more

We stayed here for one night on our way from Cape town to Kynsa. This place was wonderful - off the beaten track but that adds to the charm - and after a 19Km drive on the gravel road it was quite exciting to arrive at the retreat at the end of the road - the location is fantastic, with... more

No mobile phone, no TV, gravel track through the bush to absolute tranquillity. We stayed in one of the new suites in a separate building - it was extremely comfortable. Sitting room, dressing room, two bedrooms and a huge bathroom. Sitting on the verandah in total peace watching the setting sun bathe the mountain in pink light was bliss. It's... more

We arrived at the Retreat on a rather overcast day and just managed to escape the rain. Our room was nice and cosy with a great bed and inviting deep tub. We started the fireplace, opened some port and sat there listening to the first rain drops. It was magic. Soon it was time for our delicious dinner. Everyone sits... more

In Feb 08 we stayed at this little place unfortunately for only one night. The rooms are huge and beautifully decorated in African style. The owners, Marie and Grant are more than helpful. We did not fell like guests, but like familiy members. The dinner was delicious - I have hardly had such a good filet Wellington ! The Retreat... more

Calitzdorp is a v small town on Route 62 some 50km west of Oudtshoorn. The only interesting accommodation we could find in the area (from the www) was the Retreat at Groenfontein. We gave it a try. What a great experience! For a start it's a long way from anywhere. 35 minutes of dirt road from Calitzdorp leading eventually to... more