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Aan de Oever Guesthouse

Property class: 4

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An outdoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, surrounded by greenery and trees.
A room with a wooden door, a window with a view of mountains, and a wooden deck.
A poolside area with wicker chairs and red umbrellas, overlooking a mountain and lush greenery.
A view of a mountainous landscape with a wooden pergola and lush greenery.
An outdoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, surrounded by glass walls offering a view of a lush garden.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Business services

Explore the area

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21 Faure street, 21, Swellendam, Western Cape, 6740
  • Place, Drostdy Museum
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Swellendam Golf Course
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Barn Owl Luxury Loft Room - Stairs

A bedroom with a large bed, two chairs, a wooden bench, and a window with curtains.

Barn Owl Luxury Loft Room - Stairs

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Kingfisher Semi-Luxury Double / Twin Room

A neatly made bed with floral pillows, a wooden headboard, and two bedside lamps.

Kingfisher Semi-Luxury Double / Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Bokmakierie Luxury Loft Room - Stairs

A bedroom with a sloped ceiling, a white bed, a wooden headboard, a white bath tub, a wooden shelf, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

Bokmakierie Luxury Loft Room - Stairs

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Guinea Fowl Family Room

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a bathroom.

Guinea Fowl Family Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Hadida Budget Double / Twin Room - Street View

A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a large bed with white bedding, a wooden dresser, a nightstand, and a painting on the wall.

Hadida Budget Double / Twin Room - Street View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Blue Crane Budget Double - Street View

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and a television.

Blue Crane Budget Double - Street View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Tinktinkie Budget Double

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with curtains, a door leading outside, and a ceiling light.

Tinktinkie Budget Double

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Fish Eagle Family Room

A two-story building with a balcony, wooden furniture, and a table.

Fish Eagle Family Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Nightjar Ground Floor Luxury Double/Twin

A bedroom with a large bed, two wicker chairs, a bedside table, a mirror, and a window with patterned curtains.

Nightjar Ground Floor Luxury Double/Twin

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Sunbird Semi - Luxury Double/Twin

A neatly made bed with white linens and orange flowers, a wooden nightstand with a lamp, a chair, and a framed picture on the wall.

Sunbird Semi - Luxury Double/Twin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Robin Standard Double

A bedroom with a bed, a television mounted on the wall, a window with curtains, and a wooden ceiling structure.

Robin Standard Double

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Hamerkop Semi - Luxury Double/Twin

A white building with a tiled roof, a wooden door, and a table with chairs outside.

Hamerkop Semi - Luxury Double/Twin

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Comfort Room

  • 861 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Swellendam

Aan de Oever Guesthouse places you within a 10-minute stroll of Drostdy Museum and Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam. This 7-room, 4-star guesthouse welcomes guests with free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Drostdy Museum - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Swellendam Golf Course - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Swellendam Hiking Trail - 7 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Star Nation Art Studio and Gallery - 46 min drive - 39.9 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Oude Post Bistro - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Grace + Merci - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Vagebond - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Republic of Swellendam - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Tredici - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Aan de Oever Guesthouse

Aan de Oever Guesthouse features an outdoor pool, WiFi in public areas, and a meeting room. You can take advantage of onsite parking for a fee, along with an airport shuttle. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with securing valuables, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this golf guesthouse include an arcade/game room, a library, and a terrace.
32-inch TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Private yards, refrigerators, and minibars are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the guesthouse include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (surcharge); wired internet (surcharge)

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Self parking on site (surcharge)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Golf driving range
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets (fees apply)

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • A pet fee will be charged

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-5:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and window guards.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property class

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

Aan Oever
Aan Oever House Swellendam
Aan Oever Swellendam
Aan Oever Guesthouse Swellendam
Aan Oever Guesthouse
Aan De Oever
Aan de Oever Guesthouse Guesthouse
Aan de Oever Guesthouse Swellendam
Aan de Oever Guesthouse Guesthouse Swellendam

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Aan de Oever Guesthouse?

Aan de Oever Guesthouse offers free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Aan de Oever Guesthouse?

As of Sep 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aan de Oever Guesthouse on Sep 6, 2026 start from $105, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What can I see near Aan de Oever Guesthouse?

This guesthouse is located in Swellendam within a short 6-minute walk of Drostdy Museum. You'll also find Swellendam Golf Course and Cape Floral Region Protected Areas within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Aan de Oever Guesthouse?

Yes, parking is available for a surcharge. Wheelchair-accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Aan de Oever Guesthouse feature a casino on the premises?

No, Aan de Oever Guesthouse doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Aan de Oever Guesthouse?

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

Is Aan de Oever Guesthouse good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this riverfront guesthouse include premium bedding, a minibar, and bathrobes.

Does Aan de Oever Guesthouse have a hot tub?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Aan de Oever Guesthouse feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Aan de Oever Guesthouse offers free English breakfast though there is no restaurant.

Does Aan de Oever Guesthouse have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this guesthouse.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Aan de Oever Guesthouse?

Yes, some accommodations at this guesthouse offer either a furnished balcony and a furnished patio where guests can enjoy garden views.

Aan de Oever Guesthouse Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 110 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 110 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 110 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 110 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 110 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel to stay, friendly staffs.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful place in every way. Breakfast buffet was wonderful too. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christine

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Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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We stayed only one night at Aan de Oever, but definitely wished we stayed longer. Lovely guest house with a secluded pool area and very nice stylish rooms (we stayed in the Barn Owl attic room on Christmas Eve). Everyone is very friendly, service is great, and they even washed all the parked cars the next morning. Super breakfast! The house is also close to Swellendam center (Swellendam itself is a lovely little town), and we would particularly recommend walking to Drosdy‘s restaurant — Probably the best food we had in SA. Overall, more than 100% satisfied and tremendous value for money!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

Great place to stay

This was a stopover from the East Cape to Stellenbosch. We were very pleased to find such a lovely place. Good breakfast, helpful staff, good everything.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great garden!

Great guesthouse! It was easy to walk to the town center and had a very serene yard. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We absolutely loved this place. It was beautiful, charming, comfortable, and the staff was beyond friendly and helpful. So many nice little touches too. It was a last-minute booking necessitated by a change in our overall itinerary, but ended up being one of our favorite places to stay on our trip. Really wish we could have spent more time at Aan de Oever.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful serene place. Staff knowledgeable, helpful, familial. If not for the 21 hour plane ride I would stay in this guesthouse repeatedly.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

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

Lovely place to stay

very comfortable bed and a good shower. We were pleasantly surprised to be upgraded to a garden room with a balcony where I had the unexpected opportunity to watch the SunBirds feeding. Breakfast was plentiful and good with great service. This is a lovely place to stay with a peaceful atmosphere. The Drostdy Museum close by is certainly worth a visit. Vera who checked us in and was the hostess for breakfast was extremely helpful and even packed some delicious muffins for our onward journey.
Verified review

8/10 Good

YI

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Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dun

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Five stars!

Great stop on the garden route!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Martin

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

A memorable stay in an amazing guesthouse

Guesthouse Aan de Oever is simply awesome! It's located close to the town centre of Swellendam which is a beautiful town. My room was a decent size and the bed was comfy. It comes with free WiFi and the breakfast was just delicious. If you have your breakfast on the terrace then it even comes with the most amazing mountain view :) The staff was really friendly and welcoming and one member of staff even cleaned my car before I got out of the bed in the morning without me asking (they probably noticed that my car looked terrible due to driving on the gravel roads). I really enjoyed my stay in this guesthouse and I definitely recommend it.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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Great place to stay

Wonderful unique rooms. A staff that is genuine, helpful and super freindly. A nice breakfast and a cute little town. Highly highly reccomended!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ann

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

Nice b&b middle of town. Picturesque.

Lovely hostess. Made us feel right at home. Would recommend highly
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andreas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Alles perfekt
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Camille

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Chambre en surclassement mais elle se sotue au dessus des autres donc tous les bruits de canalisation des aitres cjambres en dessous s entendaient. Nous sommes partis assez tot pour ne plus subir tous ces bruits.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Yenusha

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

Excellent location

Beautiful setting, views were great from our Fish Eagle loft. Walking distance to museums, restaurants and the little town centre. Short drive to farms and nature reserve.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

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Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hazel

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

Overnight stay

Stayed in Aan de Oever for 1 night en route to Plettenberg. The B&B is very quaint but beautifully decorated. It’s located in a quiet and what seems like a very safe neighbourhood. There are good restaurants at close walking distance and the main town is also close by. The guesthouse is by a river overlooking the mountains. They have a beautiful garden amass with birds and flowers. There’s a small swimming pool and a plunge pool. Check in was easy, staffs are very nice, friendly and accommodating. Our room was beautiful and clean, small little touches like flowers on our bed and bathroom, a small bag of muffins for the road made us feel more welcome and appreciated. Breakfast was excellent, good and varied choices of food and drinks are available. Information about restaurants and surrounding areas were provided to guest in the room. They even washed our car which was very dusty after driving to Malmoth natural reserve! It’s a shame that we are only staying for 1 night. I would highly recommend this place.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ronny

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Schönes B&B

Wir haben uns für einen Zwischenstopp in Swellendam auf unsere Südafrikareise entschlossen. Eine nette Kleinstadt mit schönen alten Gebäuden! Das Aan de Over liegt in einer sehr schönen ruhigen Straße am Fuß des Berges. Das Haus aus der Kollonialzeit ist sehr schön eingerichtet und das Personal ist sehr nett. Das Frühstück ist sehr gut! Wir würden das Aan de Oever wieder buchen.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Angelika

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019