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The Merry Widow Country Retreat

3.0 star property
Guesthouse in Hopefield with free breakfast and spa services

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished
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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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29 Church Street, Cape West Coast, Hopefield, Western Cape, 7355
  • Hopefield Information Centre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Calypso Beach Beach
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Langebaan Beach
    ‪36 min drive‬

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Room options

Deluxe Double Room (Moroccan Room)

  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Classic Cottage (Luxurious Double Cottage )

  • 807 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Suite (Luxurious Suite - Water Oak Room )

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Room (Luxurious Family Apartment )

  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Hopefield

The Merry Widow Country Retreat places you next to Hopefield Information Centre. This 3-star guesthouse has 6 guestrooms and offers an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Hopefield Information Centre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Calypso Beach Beach - 36 min drive - 22.9 miles
  • Langebaan Beach - 36 min drive - 23.5 miles
  • Langebaan Lagoon - 53 min drive - 39.9 miles
  • Buffelsfontein Game & Nature Reserve - 82 min drive - 42.8 miles

Getting around

  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 96 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hello eatery - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Hopefield Bistro & Pizzeria - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Koekeloer Kafee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Cheese Lady Diner - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Moose farmstall - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Merry Widow Country Retreat

Guesthouse in Hopefield with free breakfast and spa services
At The Merry Widow Country Retreat, guests have access to an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a business center. Free parking is included with your stay. Staff members are on hand to provide dry cleaning/laundry services, tour or ticket assistance, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a computer station, a free grocery shopping service, and express check-in.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer free toiletries. Sitting areas, refrigerators, and portable fans are also available. Housekeeping is not available.
Recreational amenities at the guesthouse include an outdoor pool.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Free grocery shopping service
  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 floor
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1880
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Portable fan
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children 5 and younger (only guests older than 5 are allowed)

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Merry Widow Country Retreat?

The Merry Widow Country Retreat offers free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

Will I be able to park at The Merry Widow Country Retreat?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does The Merry Widow Country Retreat feature a casino on the premises?

No, The Merry Widow Country Retreat doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Merry Widow Country Retreat?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What do couples enjoy most about The Merry Widow Country Retreat?

Couples staying at this guesthouse will appreciate amenities like premium bedding as well as an outdoor pool and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at The Merry Widow Country Retreat?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this guesthouse.

Does The Merry Widow Country Retreat have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Merry Widow Country Retreat serves free English breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Will The Merry Widow Country Retreat allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Merry Widow Country Retreat.

Are there connecting rooms at The Merry Widow Country Retreat?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Merry Widow Country Retreat?

No, at The Merry Widow Country Retreat, there aren't any accommodations that list a balcony.

Does The Merry Widow Country Retreat have a wedding venue?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at The Merry Widow Country Retreat if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

The Merry Widow Country Retreat Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

6/10 Okay

jane, london

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Tales of the unexpected

If one wants a place like few others, then The Merry Widow is for you. When I arrived at Reception, I thought I had got the wrong place, but I met Ulrich Onaggi the owner who is charming and he directed me to the right place to park, and then we walked across the lawn to the room, which was huge, and could have been a former barn. It has rough stone walls and a very high ceiling. Equipped quirkily, but exceedingly cold. One needs an electric blanket and a heater in the room in order to sleep. Of course in the summer, I am told, it is cool and inviting. But this was not summer. Ulrich brought me breakfast and a small supper and it was very good indeed. The second morning I went up for breakfast at the coffee bar and it was indeed a delicious surprise. As was the market, held next door, selling all kinds of wonderful organic produce and home produced gifts. All in all, a memorable stay, but next time, as I have given my word to go again, I hope Ulrich will have achieved much more with his renovations.