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Schoone Oordt Country House

5.0 star property
Luxury country house with free breakfast and a seasonal outdoor pool

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Breakfast, dinner served; local cuisine, garden views
Breakfast, dinner served; local cuisine, garden views
Exterior
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
View from room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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1 Swellengrebel Street, Swellendam, Western Cape, 6740
  • Drostdy Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Bontebok National Park
  • Swellendam Golf Course
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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Family Suite (2 adults & 4 children) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe

Family Suite (2 adults & 4 children)

  • 510 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 4 Twin Beds

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Honeymoon Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe

Honeymoon Suite

  • 657 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Cottage (2 Adults & 2 Children) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe

Family Cottage (2 Adults & 2 Children)

  • 366 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Luxury Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe

Luxury Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 273 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Swellendam

Located within a 5-minute walk of Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam, Schoone Oordt Country House is within a 15-minute stroll of Drostdy Museum. This 10-room, 5-star country house welcomes guests with free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Bukkenburg Pottery Studio - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Drostdy Museum - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Swellendam Golf Course - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Swellendam Hiking Trail - 6 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 152 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tredici - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Republic of Swellendam - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Oude Post Bistro - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪De Vagebond Restaurant - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Checkers - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Schoone Oordt Country House

Luxury country house with free breakfast and a seasonal outdoor pool
Schoone Oordt Country House features an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a business center. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for ZAR 2500 per vehicle one way. Front-desk staff can assist with concierge services, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this luxury country house include a seasonal outdoor pool, coffee/tea in a common area, and an arcade/game room.
Flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels and DVD players, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and bathrooms offer deep soaking tubs, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Patios, refrigerators, and free minibar items are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the country house include an outdoor pool.

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

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Spanish, Xhosa

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Restaurants on site

  • Conservatory Restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Archery
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Piano

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • DVD player
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

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 (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1853
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Free minibar (limited items)
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heated floor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop-compatible safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: ZAR 365.00
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: ZAR 365.00 for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 5 kids 1 year old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per adult: ZAR 500.00
  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per child: ZAR 250.00 (from 6 to 10 years old)
  • Christmas Day (December 25) Gala Dinner per adult: ZAR 450.00
  • Christmas Day (December 25) Gala Dinner per child: ZAR 250.00 (from 6 to 10 years old)

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 2500 per vehicle (one way)
  • Early check-in fee: ZAR 365.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: ZAR 365.00 for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight

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, debit cards, and cash
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
  • Check-out: 11 AM
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking out is easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. 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.
  • 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, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from September to June.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Schoone Oordt
Schoone Oordt Country House
Schoone Oordt Country House Swellendam
Schoone Oordt Swellendam
Schoone Oordt Country House Hotel Swellendam
Schoone Oordt House Swellendam
Schoone Oordt Country House Swellendam
Schoone Oordt Country House Country House
Schoone Oordt Country House Country House Swellendam

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Schoone Oordt Country House?

Schoone Oordt Country House provides free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do close to Schoone Oordt Country House?

This country house in Swellendam is within a 10-minute walk of Drostdy Museum, Bukkenburg Pottery Studio, and Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam. You'll also find Swellendam Golf Course and Cape Floral Region Protected Areas within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Schoone Oordt Country House?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the country house.

Does Schoone Oordt Country House include a casino?

No, Schoone Oordt Country House doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Schoone Oordt Country House?

No, this country house doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. The seasonal pool is normally open from September until June.

What do couples enjoy most about Schoone Oordt Country House?

This boutique country house offers many amenities for couples, including in-room massages as well as an outdoor pool and a bar.

Are there hot tubs at Schoone Oordt Country House?

No, this country house doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Schoone Oordt Country House feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Schoone Oordt Country House serves free full breakfasts at Conservatory Restaurant each morning.

Will Schoone Oordt Country House allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Schoone Oordt Country House.

Are there connecting rooms at Schoone Oordt Country House?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this country house for your group or family vacation.

Are there rooms with balconies at Schoone Oordt Country House?

Yes, every accommodation at Schoone Oordt Country House comes with a patio with some featuring garden or courtyard views.

Does Schoone Oordt Country House have a wedding venue?

There are wedding services available at Schoone Oordt Country House if that's in your vacation plans.

Schoone Oordt Country House Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 154 out of 169 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 169 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 169 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 169 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 169 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property , very friendly staff with good dining options and even a small bar area . Perfect for a stop over while traveling
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend this beautiful property. Many guests stop en route to the Garden Route, but it’s worth taking a break for a few days and enjoying all it has to offer - we did! Thanks to Alison and her team for a lovely stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marguerite

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

ANDREW

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely boutique hotel, with excellent locally sourced menu. The staff made us very welcome and nothing was too much trouble.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Difficult to fault

Charming colonial style property, beautiful rooms and public areas and wonderful scones and afternoon tea on arrival! Superb restaurant and attentive staff and owner. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were all super helpful, accommodation was very comfortable and dinner and breakfast both excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ailie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful, beautifully restored property. Everything about our room was comfortable, considered and clean, everyone was so friendly, and the food was exceptional. Breakfast was a particularly highlight! We were totally happy with every part of our short stay at Schoone Oordt and would unreservedly recommend booking.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

JULIE

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

Charming Hotel

Sadly only had one night here en route, wonderful, quirky, charming hotel. Wonderful warm welcome from the staff, really well looked after, the restaurant is fabulous, superb quality meal and the breakfast was amazing. They even washed our car, highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed an exquisite stay at Schoone Oordt with the highlights being the exceptional dinner service, the cosy and well appointed room, the wonderful personal service and the splendid Swellendam architecture. We couldn’t recommend it more highly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful boutique hotel with excellent staff, food, drink and rooms. Well located in the centre of Swellendam. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Danie

Traveled with group
We stayed at Schoone Oordt during July and rented 3 rooms for our travel party. We arrived in the late afternoon, only to find that there was load shedding underway, and the resort had made no provision of inverters or generators for our rooms. So our first experience of our rooms was dark, cold and gloomy. Trying to unpack and get set up in our rooms while stumbling around in the dark was no fun. Overall, we only had power about half the time we at the resort. There was no disclosure when we made the booking that the resort had no electricity backup, and we assumed that since load shedding has been ongoing for years, that such provision would have been made at a resort of this calibre. Additionally, one of the rooms had a broken wall heater that didn't function when the electricity came back on and so the occupants were freezing throughout the night. The only saving grace was that all the staff were super nice, and the breakfast was wonderful. Overall though, we had had high expectations, but it was a very disappointing experience at a resort that charges a premium rate. Buyer beware...
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

Schoone Oordt Country House

We had an awesome time. The town and your lodge are stunning. I have driven past Swellendam maybe 30 times in the last 7 years since I moved to Knysna. Never once had I ever turned off the N2 and driven through Swellendam. We ended up spending a small fortune at one of your local art galleries. And the restaurant where we had dinner (Drostdy) was excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

G

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic: lovely property, delicious food, friendly and helpful staff

10/10 Excellent

Emile

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

Perfect stay.

Great stay with very attentive staff. We would come again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay far exceeded our expectations. The service was truly exceptional, and we loved every single detail. The beds were comfortable, grounds are beautiful, breakfast was delicious, check-in experience was lovely, and we also joined for dinner which had a great ambience. Given load shedding schedules there were also thoughtful details such as battery powered lights in the rooms. Would highly recommend a stay here and we hope to return again soon!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark, Ingram

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with great staff and interaction with owners. Excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Felt like family! Very accomodating

Great family stay! The food was great, and very accomodating as we had vegans, vegetarians and lactose free guests in the family to deal with. They brought wonderful floaty toys to the pool for the kids and made our stay really relaxing and nice. The staff was so nice it was as if we had been friends forever.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

J

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

Comfortable, relaxing and exceptional service.

We enjoyed an amaizing weekend with our every need taken care off by Alison and her team! They left no stone unturned to make it enjoyable and we made the most of the garden and Richards' beautiful koi ponds. We did not even explore the town much and rather opted to stay at the establishments comfort and relaxing environment. All the staff were helpful, friendly and respected our privacy. Thank you Alison! Johan & Michelle
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful place to stay in, great design ,well furnished, the staff are so helpful and friendly, we liked Fendi, for his extraordinary service, The owner Alison is a wonderful and cheerful lady, you can tell sge and her husband have a great taste from the place they own and manage. We are coming back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

David

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

perfect hospitality

Just one night but will return. The building and grounds are beautiful and the rooms are very tastefully and pleasingly decorated. We were welcomed with cold fresh juice in the bar/lounge and then G&T while we signed in. Everybody from Alison to the man who carried our bags and cleaned the car were very friendly and helpful. We shall return
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020