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Klippe Rivier Country House - Accommodation in Swellendam, Overberg, Western Cape, South Africa

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Location - Swellendam, Overberg, Western Cape, South Africa

The Main House

Stoep with vines and roses

Swimming Pool

The Voorkamer

The Steyn Room

The Reitz Room

Upstairs Balconies

Entrance Hall Coats

Breakfast

View from the cottage

Dam View

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  • Online Quotes and Bookings
  • REQUEST A QUOTE from Jenny at Klippe Rivier.
  • How to Book
  • Great Getaway Breaks At Great Getaway Rates
    Extra special: Stay 3 nights and only pay R500 per person per night for your stay including a generous farm breakfast and a bottle of bubbly on arrival. Valid 01 April 2009 to 31 August 2009.
    Description
    Swellendam is a picturesque town only two hours from Cape Town and the Garden Route. On the outskirts, a warm welcome awaits at Klippe Rivier, a magnificent 1820 Cape Dutch homestead, home to two past Presidents. Fine antiques, authentic yellowwood floors, doors and ceilings. Spacious luxury bedrooms, some under thatch, some with fireplaces, are designed for relaxed privacy. Secluded cottage with tranquil views. Salt water pool. Diverse birdlife with owls in the oaks. Horse riding and golf nearby. Visit the Drostdy Museum and Bontebok Park. Return to the peace of the farm and sip a fine Cape wine before sampling good country fare. Small wedding venue. FTTSA Fair Trade in Tourism SA Trademark. TGCSA 5-Star Country House.

    R550 to R1 200 (Cottage R1 500) pps with breakfast. Children 8+. 6 Bedrooms.1 Cottage. Winter special - 3 nights for the price of 2.
    General Details
  • Location : Swellendam, Overberg, Western Cape, South Africa
  • Operated By : Klippe Rivier
  • Service Levels : Jenny at Klippe Rivier Country House will normally reply to enquiries within 6 hours.
  • Local Attractions and Landmarks
    Bontebok National Park 10.0 km
    De Hoop Nature Reserve 60.0 km
    Breede River Valley Wine Route 40.0 km
    Drostdy Museum 7.0 km
    Cape Agulhas (Southern most tip of Africa) 100.0 km
    Arniston (Historic fishing village) 96.0 km
    Bredasdorp (Shipwreck Museum) 70.0 km
    Marloth Nature Reserve 7.0 km
    Tradouw Pass to Barrydale 28.0 km
    Check In\Out Times
    Check in after 15:00
    Check out before 11:00
        
    Klippe Rivier Country House - Accommodation in Swellendam, Overberg, Western Cape, South Africa

    Klippe Rivier Country House - Accommodation in Swellendam, Overberg, Western Cape, South Africa

  • Directions to Get There :

    From N2 take R60 for 1/2 km, turn left at 4-way stop and travel for approximately 1.8 km (good gravel road for 1.5 km)and turn left at sign.

  • REQUEST A QUOTE from Jenny at Klippe Rivier.
  •    Rooms/Units and Seasonal Rates

    The Barry Room (1)Rates Include : B & B
    Seasonal FROM
    (01 April 2009 to 30 September 2010)
    Per Person Sharing from R 550.00 to R 1,500.00      
    Features in these Rooms/Units:
      BedsTwin double beds
      BathroomsEn suite bath and separate shower, Separate Toilet, Twin Basins
      ViewsGarden View, Mountain
      OtherUpstairs, Balcony, Air Conditioning
    The Cottage (1)Rates Include : B & B
    Seasonal FROM
    (01 April 2009 to 30 September 2010)
    Per Person Sharing from R 550.00 to R 1,500.00      
    Features in these Rooms/Units:
      BedsKing bed
      TVTV, MNet, Satellite
      BathroomsEn suite bath and separate shower, Twin Basins, Separate Toilet
      ViewsMountain, Garden View, Dam
      OtherPatio, Private Entrance, Fireplace, Air Conditioning
    The Hopley Room (1)Rates Include : B & B
    Seasonal FROM
    (01 April 2009 to 30 September 2010)
    Per Person Sharing from R 550.00 to R 1,500.00      
    Features in these Rooms/Units:
      BedsTwin double beds
      BathroomsEn suite bath and separate shower, Twin Basins, Separate Toilet
      ViewsGarden View, Mountain
      OtherUpstairs, Balcony, Air Conditioning
    The Lourens Room (1)Rates Include : B & B
    Seasonal FROM
    (01 April 2009 to 30 September 2010)
    Per Person Sharing from R 550.00 to R 1,500.00      
    Features in these Rooms/Units:
      BedsTwin double beds
      BathroomsEn suite bath and separate shower, Twin Basins, Separate Toilet
      ViewsGarden View, Mountain
      OtherUpstairs, Air Conditioning, Balcony
    The Reid Room (1)Rates Include : B & B
    Seasonal FROM
    (01 April 2009 to 30 September 2010)
    Per Person Sharing from R 550.00 to R 1,500.00      
    Features in these Rooms/Units:
      BedsTwin double beds
      BathroomsEn suite bath and separate shower, Separate Toilet, Twin Basins
      ViewsGarden View
      OtherPatio, Dressing Room, Air Conditioning, Own Private Garden, Downstairs, Fireplace
    The Reitz Room (1)Rates Include : B & B
    Seasonal FROM
    (01 April 2009 to 30 September 2010)
    Per Person Sharing from R 550.00 to R 1,500.00      
    Features in these Rooms/Units:
      BedsQueen bed
      BathroomsEn suite bath and separate shower, Separate Toilet, Bidet, Twin Basins
      ViewsGarden View
      OtherPatio, Dressing Room, Air Conditioning, Own Private Garden, Downstairs, Fireplace
    The Steyn Room (1)Rates Include : B & B
    Seasonal FROM
    (01 April 2009 to 30 September 2010)
    Per Person Sharing from R 550.00 to R 1,500.00      
    Features in these Rooms/Units:
      BedsQueen bed
      BathroomsEn suite bath and separate shower, Separate Toilet, Bidet, Twin Basins
      ViewsGarden View
      OtherPatio, Downstairs, Fireplace, Dressing Room, Air Conditioning, Own Private Garden

    * Please note: Rates are a guide and subject to change. Please re-confirm rates when booking


       Features and Facilities at this Establishment


    Portfolio Collection
    Country Places Retreats Guide

    Portfolio Accolade
    Chef's Hat
    Chef's Hat
    Fair Trade in Tourism South Africa (FTTSA)
    Fair Trade in Tourism South Africa (FTTSA)
    Luxury
    Luxury
    National Monument
    National Monument
    Prestige
    Prestige
    Proud Participant
    Proud Participant

    Services & Facilities
    Bar Facility Breakfast / Dining Room Breakfast on Patio Children By Arrangement
    Fax Fireplace Guest Lounge Internet Facility
    Limited Smoking Restaurant on Premises Restaurants Nearby Safe
    Swimming Pool TV Room

    Setting and Environment
    In a Country Town In the Countryside Near a Main Road / Route On River / Dam / Lake
    On a Farm On/Near Mountainside Tranquil

    Activities on the Premises
    Beautiful Gardens Bird Watching Swimming Pool Walks

    Activities Nearby
    4x4 Trail Art Galleries Arts and Crafts Beautiful Gardens
    Bird Watching Boat Cruise Boating / Canoeing / Dinghies Cycling
    Farm Tours Fishing Golf Guided Tours
    Hiking Horse Riding Mountain Biking Museum
    Shopping Sunset Cruises Walks Whale Watching
    WineTasting

    Bedroom Facilities
    100 % Percale Linen Air Conditioning Books / Magazines Complimentary Drink
    Fireplace Fresh Fruit Hairdryer Heater
    Overhead Fan Telephone

    Bathroom Facilities
    Bathrobes Double Basin Heated Towel Rail Separate Toilet
    Soaps & Toiletries

    Parking
    Covered Parking Secure Parking

    Functions (Weddings / Banquets)
    Weddings

    Meals
    Breakfast Dinner

    Credit Cards
    Amex Diners Mastercard VISA

    Architectural Style
    Cape Dutch Thatched

    Décor Style
    African Antiques Sophisticated Stylish

    Languages
    Afrikaans English German

    Event Venues
    Weddings

    Accommodation Configuration
    Free Standing Cottage/s Separate from Main House

    Garden, Patio, & Courtyard
    Large Established Garden Lawn Mature Trees
    Neat & Tidy Garden Parasols Patio Wrought Iron Furniture

  • Bookings: REQUEST A QUOTE from Jenny at Klippe Rivier.