South Africa Bed and Breakfast Old World Charm Ecstacy Rose Suite in Swellendam   (3)

Overview

Swellendam B&B

South Africa Bed and Breakfast Old World Charm Ecstacy Rose Suite in Swellendam

A national monument and one of the oldest houses in Swellendam, our beautiful Victorian bed & breakfast - right on the Garden Route - radiates an old-world charm and rustic elegance that has made it famous the world over

The Guest House boasts four very spacious and elegant individually decorated rooms in a lush, green garden setting with amazing views of the looming mountain behind. A large natural swimming pool (220 cubic metres) set amongst herbaceous borders, orchard and olive grove, a stream and rose walk with a beautiful pool pavilion and guest lounge for guests to enjoy.

All rooms are air conditioned and furnished with fine handcrafted furniture, antiques and beautiful original paintings, prints and photographs.

THE ECSTACY ROSE SUITE is our latest addition, and equivalent of a Honeymoon suite.
With fantastic mountain views, featuring a Queen Size leather Sleigh bed with hand crafted side tables made from Rose Wood.
The dresser and wardrobe are original stinkwood antiques.
A large luxurious bathroom with double bath, double vanity and double walk-in shower .

Our internationally famous English style cooked breakfasts or extensive continental are personally prepared to order each morning and served with fresh home baked scones, muffins and breads, complemented by homemade preserves and jams, freshly squeezed fruit juices and plenty of fresh fruit, yoghurt and honey.

Relax under the vine-covered pergola with a glass of wine, or recline in your deckchair on the sunny well-manicured lawn.

All rooms are en-suite with separate shower and bath. The Ecstasy Suite features a luxurious walk-in double shower with a double vanity and bath for two.
All our suites have three different types of coffees, several different types of teas, and fresh milk is always available in the refrigerator.
Our internationally acclaimed shortbread is renewed daily, as is the locally-grown fruit, the port, and the muscadel (muscadel is the sweet wine loved by early settlers).
All these items are there for your enjoyment at no charge.
The contents of the fridge are there to be enjoyed at no extra cost if consumed on the premises.
There is an extensive range of local Aloe Ferox toiletries in the bathrooms, to be enjoyed.
Electric blankets are available at all times. However, we only put these on the beds during the colder months. The air conditioner is set for maximum coolness at 20C.
All rooms receive WiFi
All our rooms now include flat screen televisions with a satellite movie channel.

Smokers: all our rooms and indoor areas are "non-smoking" but you may smoke outdoors.

Recommended restaurants in Swellendam are within easy and safe walking distance.
Complimentary regional wine each evening with the hosts and fellow guests.
Complimentary lifts to and from restaurants (although most of Swellendam's finest restaurants are just a minute or two stroll from the Hideaway)

Nestling at the foot of the Langeberg Mountains, Swellendam has much to offer visitors who have an interest in history, nature and outdoor activities.
Situated on the N2, approximately 240km from both Cape Town and George, Swellendam is the perfect choice for a halfway stopover or as a base from which to explore the area.
Rainfall is spread over the year (55% winter and 45% summer). There is little wind and temperatures are moderate. There is no shortage of water and gardens are lush and luxuriant. The cost of living is reasonable and the town is clean and efficiently run.

Our other Suites
The Queen Elizabeth Suite
The Double Delight Suite
The Peace Suite