Schoone Oordt Country House
1 Swellengrebel Street, Swellendam 6740 South Africa
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2022 Travelers' Choice Best of the Best
Schoone Oordt Country House is one of the top boutique hotels in Swellendam with a heartfelt passion for people, for food, for wine and for the environment. Our luxury country hotel offers romantic & intimate as well as family friendly accommodation in Swellendam, South Africa. The emphasis here is on warmth, care, elegance, quality and love and we aspire to make this evident in every aspect of your time with us. We do hope you feel as though you’re visiting with the best of friends.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Free breakfast
Bicycle rental
Hiking
Books, DVDs, music for children
Car hire
Parking
Wifi
Pool / beach towels
Outdoor pool
Bar / lounge
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Breakfast buffet
Special diet menus
Wine / champagne
Baggage storage
Concierge
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor furniture
Sun terrace
Private check-in / check-out
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
Ironing service
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Bathrobes
Air conditioning
Fireplace
Private balcony
Safe
Minibar
Flatscreen TV
Hair dryer
Seating area
Refrigerator
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Bridal suite
Non-smoking rooms
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English, Afrikaans
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Grade: 70 out of 100
10Restaurantswithin 0.3 miles
7Attractionswithin 0.3 miles
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1 Swellengrebel Street, Swellendam 6740 South Africa
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We stayed at the Schoone Oordt at the beginning of our holiday in South Africa on our way from Cape Town to Knysna and loved it so much we spent the final 2 nights of our trip back to Cape Town there before our flight home. Alison and Richard have restored and refurbished the property beautifully whilst retaining its original charm and character. The rooms are spacious and well equipped and surrounded by beautiful gardens and a swimming pool. The food is outstanding and the service from their staff is second to none. We were made to feel very welcome and nothing was too much trouble. We would highly recommended staying there.
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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There are not enough superlatives to describe this lovely family run hotel.It has been beautifully restored by the current owners and it is evident of the love and care that went into that restoration. The rooms are beautifully furnished with so many added touches, like candles in the bathroom, emergency kit and cleaning our car before we left.. Alison the owner is really lovely as are all her staff who are a credit to her. We stayed in quite a few hotels on our trip and the staff were all very nice but Alison and her staff were exceptional and nothing was any trouble to them. :Laundry done within hours of our arriving and an excellent dinner and breakfast with both being a little out of the ordinary but delicious. A much more personal place to stay, Alison said she wanted to make it feel you were staying with friends and she certainly has achieved that. A refreshing change form a big hotel. Would highly recommend a stop at this hotel in Swellendam.…
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Alison, the owner and chef, is the loveliest host you could wish for. She goes way beyond to make every guest’s stay special and utterly perfect. She is a very talented chef and her breakfast is probably on if the best we have ever had anywhere around the world . A three course gourmet breakfast to remember. Schoone Oordt is a perfect stay if you’re travelling on your own, as a couple or with your family. We recommend hiking the trails in the area , they are well worth it with beautiful scenery. Thank you Alison for your welcome . 🙏
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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A beautiful place with amazing service from all the staff particularly the owners. You can’t fault the facilities and the great food. We had three nights there and the host and her team were brilliant
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Alison Walker, Owner at Schoone Oordt Country House
Responded 1 week ago
Dearest Flip&Jude Thank you! Thank you! For this fantastic feedback. We are thrilled that you loved your stay and so look forward to your next visit... perhaps for a bit longer so that you can get stuck into restoring some of the antiques? :) Much love to you both.
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We stayed at Schoone Oordt for just one night on a trip around South Africa. We stayed in some amazing places but it was, without doubt, one of the best places we stayed in; the welcome, the fabulous room, comfiest bed, wonderful food, best atmosphere and most interesting garden! Hard to see how anything could have made our stay better unless we could have stayed longer! Swellendam was also a great small town with a lot of interest. Fabulous old church, no less than 3 small museums and some cute shops. We even managed to play a part in rescuing an injured eagle owl whilst there. We would recommend Schoone Oordt to anyone. You will not be disappointed!
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Alison Walker, Owner at Schoone Oordt Country House
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This is such a wonderful review. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. So thrilled that you mentioned staying longer and the lovely things to do here. Thank you! Much love from all of us at Schoone
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The house is undoubtedly beautiful. Like so many hotels of this type you don't stay in the house itself though, which is a bit of a shame. Having said that the garden rooms are lovely, and the food excellent. The pet cat is large enough to be numbered amongst the Big 5.
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Date of stay: February 2023
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Response from Alison Walker, Owner at Schoone Oordt Country House
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Love your mention of Fat Cat! He's such a character. :) Thank you for your lovely feedback.
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There is plenty of choice when it comes to accommodation and restaurants in Swellendam and it can be tricky to choose when you are looking to spoil your loved ones. Don’t look any further. I was guided by previous reviews and can only confirm and add to the many glowing recommendations for the Schoone Oordt Country House. Alison’s cooking is a milky way beyond what you would expect to find in a country house and a special treat for all senses - and this comes from a fussy Cape town foodie.
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Date of stay: March 2023
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Responded 1 week ago
You've made us very proud and very happy today. Thank you so much. Means so much to me, personally, to receive such amazing feedback for my food. Thank you. Love, Alison
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Previous reviews say it all Beautifully restored building with a unique ambience A wonderful welcome and kind attention from all the staff made this a very special stopover. Could have stayed for much longer Alison’s attention detail is seen everywhere, not least in the quality, flavours and textures of the food. The meals were all outstanding
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Date of stay: March 2023
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Response from Alison Walker, Owner at Schoone Oordt Country House
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Lovely lovely lovely feedback. Thank you SO much, Yvonne. We are particularly thrilled that you loved our food. :) Until you next visit... Much love from all of us.
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Really lovely hotel. Very quirky with many original features and packed with interesting pieces of furniture . The grounds are very secure and are well groomed. Unfortunately it rained during our stay so we couldn’t use the pool. The bar is very intimate and cosy. The staff could not have been more helpful. Log fires add to the atmosphere Thoroughly recommended
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Alison Walker, Owner at Schoone Oordt Country House
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Love the mention of quirky! Thank you so much for this fantastic review. It was such a delight spending time with you both and we look forward to doing so again soon. Thank you! Love from us.
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There are plenty of great hotels around and good restaurants too, but we found the combination at this place is what really sets it apart. Alison and Richard bought the property in a very dilapidated state and have fully restored it to it’s current condition. Richard did much of the restoration and fine carpentry himself. The result is a lovely charming country house, an oasis of calm and beauty in Swellendam where my wife and I spent our last two nights in S Africa. We had a beautiful quiet and comfortable room overlooking their garden and fountain. But the food was so good we could hardly wait to go up to the dining area for the delicious meals prepared by Alison and her staff. The 3 course breakfasts and multi course dinners were of the highest standard, both in terms of ingredients used and creative cookery. We found the prices to be quite reasonable as well. My wife is an outstanding cook herself and I usually don’t hear the level of praise from her that I heard about these meals. Do yourself a favor and spend a few days together with Alison, Richard and their staff. You won’t regret it!…
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Date of stay: February 2023
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Response from Alison Walker, Owner at Schoone Oordt Country House
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This is SUCH an incredible review. Thank you! Thank you! Such beautiful kind words and amazing praise. Thank you. You have filled our soul today. Much love from all of us to you.
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PRICE RANGE
$168 - $232 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
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LOCATION
South AfricaWestern CapeOverberg DistrictSwellendam
NUMBER OF ROOMS
11
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Frequently Asked Questions about Schoone Oordt Country House
Which popular attractions are close to Schoone Oordt Country House?
Nearby attractions include Drostdy Museum (0.3 miles), Bukkenburg Pottery Studio, Galley & Guest Cottage (0.2 miles), and Die Biltong Boetiek (0.2 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Schoone Oordt Country House?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and a pool.
Which room amenities are available at Schoone Oordt Country House?
Top room amenities include a minibar, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at Schoone Oordt Country House?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
Is parking available at Schoone Oordt Country House?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Schoone Oordt Country House?
Conveniently located restaurants include Drostdy Restaurant, Field & Fork, and Barrel and Blues.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Schoone Oordt Country House?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Is Schoone Oordt Country House located near the city center?
Yes, it is 1.0 miles away from the center of Swellendam.
Are any cleaning services offered at Schoone Oordt Country House?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Schoone Oordt Country House?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Afrikaans.
Is Schoone Oordt Country House accessible?
Yes, it offers reduced mobility rooms. For specific inquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.