Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve & Wellness Retreat
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- All linens sanitized in high-temperature wash
- Hand sanitizer available to guests & staff
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Staff required to regularly wash hands
- Daily temperature and symptom checks for staff
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#2 of 15 B&Bs / Inns in Clanwilliam
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4.6
Cradled by the rugged Cederberg Mountains, Bushmans Kloof offers an utterly unique wilderness escape in South Africa. This family-owned lodge and ecological oasis is set within a 7500-hectare private reserve. Offering five-star luxury accommodation and inspired South African cuisine, memorable days at Bushmans Kloof are spent discovering the wide-open plains, awe-inspiring wildlife and pristine mountain landscapes. Discover our special world, with unique access to more than 130 ancient rock art sites, some dating back as far as 10,000 years, and the opportunity to discover the region’s ancient San culture in the company of our experienced local guides.
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Free parking
Free internet
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Fitness Center with Gym / Workout Room
Free breakfast
Bicycles available
Canoeing
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Hot tub
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Infinity pool
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Outdoor pool
Heated pool
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Restaurant
Breakfast buffet
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Special diet menus
Wine / champagne
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Business Center with Internet Access
Conference facilities
Meeting rooms
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Facial treatments
Full body massage
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Agert Pakhuis Pass, Clanwilliam 8135 South Africa
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We had an amazing time on our second honeymoon. A beautiful place with the most friendly staff. We loved the guides with Werner who was most knowledgable and went out of his way to make us feel so welcome. Special mention to Coenraad who gave us impeccable service throughout our stay including a special dinner on our last night. Kate in the Spa was also friendly and gave us an amazing massage and spa experience. The only disappointment was the heated pool at our Riverside room wasn’t really warm enough to enjoy. Otherwise amazing stay and we hope we can come back at some point again.
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Date of stay: August 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Responded Aug 17, 2022
Dear Y8198JCmarks Thank you for choosing to stay at Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve & Wellness Retreat for your second Honeymoon, and for taking the time to share your wonderful experience with this review. We are grateful for your generous compliments about the property, the guided excursion’s, spa treatments and genuine service from all members of staff. We are truly blessed with all that the amazing Cederberg offers, and we are delighted that Werner could share his passion and love for nature with you. Coenraad is utterly amazing and believes in creating memorable dining experiences for every one of our guests, and we are thankful for being able to contribute to the fond memories created in celebrating your incredibly special second honeymoon. We are delighted to hear that your treatments with Kate and the facilities exceeded your expectations. We strive for all Red Carnation Hotels to be a “home away from home” for our valued guests, and it is wonderful that you experienced this throughout your stay. We look forward to welcoming you back to Bushmans Kloof in the near future for another memorable experience. Warm regards Michel Bouic
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We had heard great things about Bushmans Kloof before our visit and we were not disappointed. The Cederberg has amazing scenery and it follows that this reserve is simply stunning. There is so much to commend about our stay * the accommodation provided was excellent - I’ll say no more so you also enjoy the surprises. * the staff were simply awesome. - nothing was too much bother. * the food is simply gorgeous. I defy anyone to eat breakfast, lunch, high tea and dinner. * the daily trips delight whether it’s going to see some rock art or the nature drive. * absolutely loved the wine tasting experience. * plenty of other things to do - hiking, mountain biking to name but two. You pay a premium to stay but it’s absolutely worth it to treat yourself well nice in a while. If you can afford the price this is stunning South African hospitality at its best. A three hour drive from Cape Town-…
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Date of stay: August 2021Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Rory du Plessis, General Manager at Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve & Wellness Retreat
Responded Nov 21, 2021
Dear michaelcA4324MB, Many thanks for your wonderful feedback and we hope to see you back in this part of the world very soon. Kind regards
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CULINARY: high quality food, interesting and ever changing menus, with excellent assortment. Magnificent wine pairings. Everything about this place was special. Thank you to Coenraad and Michel for the impeccable service. SPA: experienced therapists and exceptional facilities. The best we have experienced worldwide. LODGE: the rooms were more than 5 star. Very comfortable. Every detail has been thought of. It’s winter time and there was a constant supply of firewood, the underfloor heating was amazing, electric blankets were turned on when we went for dinner. Truly, no attention was spared. Really felt spoilt. STAFF: very friendly and helpful at every level.
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Date of stay: July 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Michel Bouic, General Manager at Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve & Wellness Retreat
Responded Jul 8, 2022
Dear elenie708, Thank you for choosing to stay with us at Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve & Wellness Retreat, and for taking the time to share your wonderful experience with this review. We are grateful for your generous compliments about the culinary experiences, spa treatments, rooms and facilities and genuine service from all members of staff. Our chefs are truly amazing and believe in creating personalized culinary experiences for every one of our guests. We are delighted to hear that our Spa Therapists and the facilities exceeded your expectations. At Red Carnation Hotels we believe “No request is too large, no detail too small” and it is wonderful that you experienced this throughout your stay. We look forward to welcoming you back to Bushmans Kloof in the near future for another memorable experience. Warm regards Michel Bouic
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My husband surprise me with a winter getaway weekend, to the lovely and peaceful Bushmans Kloof. What an experience. On arrival we were welcomed by a very friendly team, Sam, Michelle and our guide Eric. We stayed in a spacious luxury room, with a private patio, en-suite bathroom and beautiful views of the Cederberg mountains. We were spoiled with a fine-dining experience. The best we had in a long time, served by very friendly staff. We also enjoyed the scrumptious breakfast and High tea - what a treat. Thank you to staff and management for our surprise dinner at Kadoro, a rustic secluded cottage in the reserve, on Sunday night. What a unique & romantic experience. Thank you for a very memorable weekend.
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Date of stay: June 2022
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We had been recommended to visit here by the staff at the Oyster Box, and we weren't disappointed. The welcoming staff created an amazing first impression. The rooms are extremely comfortable, very well appointed and are set along the side of a small lake, facing a picturesque rock face. The meals were very good, with excellent use made of local produce. The cleaning staff were extremely good without being at all intrusive - the rooms were always spotless. Kudos to them. The food and beverage staff were extremely friendly and looked after us well, although we sometimes had to wait a bit for drinks orders. The situation of BK deserves an essay of it's own. The Cedarberg is an exquisite part of the world and the scenery is beautiful in a very unique way. The rock art sites of the San People are plentiful on the reserve and I would definitely recommend taking one of the morning drives to visit them. The late afternoon drives are more focused on game viewing and are really good. I must give a HUGE shout out to our personal guide Eric. He was extremely knowledgeable and was very helpful in us identifying many species of birds that we had never seen before. The stop for sundowners was always a highlight and a chance to experience the quiet of the Cedarberg. Highly recommended!…
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Date of stay: March 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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We were lucky to have stayed here 4 days and have enjoyed each one. My wife and I are very active and there was remarkable experiences to be had from beautiful hikes to evening Safari rides to viewing of rock art, canoeing and fishing and so much more. The food quality so far exceeded expectations as did the wonderfully friendly fun and kind staff. This place is truly special. We’ve traveled throughout the US and other countries and rarely had an experience like this. It reminded us a bit of Sedona Arizona and Moab Utah. The pictures don’t do it justice. The landscape surrounding the hotel is rugged and beautiful but has to be seen in person to be appreciated. Worth every bit of the 3+ hour drive from Cape Town.
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Date of stay: February 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Rory du Plessis, General Manager at Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve & Wellness Retreat
Responded Feb 27, 2022
Dear redstonefan, It was wonderful having you with us at Bushmans Kloof. We hope to see you back in the Cederberg soon. Kind regards
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This was our second visit to BK and this time we decided to fly up to make our stay extra special. We actually left Windhoek at 1.40pm and were sipping tea at BK by 5pm, having flown there via Cape Town. Our return visit to Bushman’s did not disappoint- from being met at the airstrip by the wonderful Zenobia to check in by Kayla and the welcome and hospitality by Michel and his team - everything was exemplary. We were very fortunate to stay in Cederberg House for our four day visit which was so beautiful and nothing was too much trouble for the team. You do have to remember this is rural South Africa and therefore there will be animals that come sometimes annoying - we chased off the baboons (as did the staff) but we knew we had to close outside doors if we were not directly in the room as they are opportunistic and can wreak havoc. But being able to sit by our pool and watch red hartebeest and various birds play was superb. The hike to the crystal pools was amazing - we couldn’t do that the last time we were at BK as there hadn’t been rains. So much to do so we have booked again for next year!…
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Date of stay: February 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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We stayed with friends in the Koro Lodge and were treated so well at all times by a very polite and friendly staff. The whole place is beautifully set, the rooms are very-well appointed and one can relax completely and peacefully. The food and wines were of very high quality and in very generous quantities. The drives with the ranger were very informative and pleasant.
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Date of stay: November 2021
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My wife and I visited for four days. A gift from our children in celebration of our 50th Wedding anniversary. We stayed in River Side lodge. This is a breathtakingly beautiful tranquil spot with memories made forever. The drive to the Lodge is typically South African - good roads, fabulous views, wonderful weather, and a welcome to set the stage. Go and be impressed by it all!
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Date of stay: December 2021Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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A huge “thank you” to Rory, Stephan, Seppie and the wonderful support team at Bushman’s Kloof for a great mid-week-break. Vovo spoiled us non-stop. Stephans cocktails were out of this world, with the best Margarita we have ever had!! Food was excellent!!, our suite very comfortable, with views over a dam filled with lillies Overall a great experience which will be repeated in the not too distance future Again , thank you to all…
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Date of stay: December 2021Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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PRICE RANGE
$785 - $1,001 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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bushmans kloof wilderness reserve & wellness retreat hotel clanwilliam, bushmans kloof wilderness reserve and wellness retreat
LOCATION
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NUMBER OF ROOMS
16
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What are some of the property amenities at Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve & Wellness Retreat?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free breakfast, a pool, and an on-site restaurant.
Which room amenities are available at Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve & Wellness Retreat?
Top room amenities include a minibar, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve & Wellness Retreat?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
Is parking available at Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve & Wellness Retreat?
Yes, free parking and secured parking are available to guests.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve & Wellness Retreat?
Yes, guests have access to a pool and a fitness center during their stay.
Does Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve & Wellness Retreat have airport transportation?
Yes, Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve & Wellness Retreat offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Are any cleaning services offered at Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve & Wellness Retreat?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Does Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve & Wellness Retreat offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers a business center, meeting rooms, and conference facilities.
Does Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve & Wellness Retreat have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the mountain view available here.