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Schoone Oordt Country House

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

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Breakfast, dinner served; local cuisine, garden views
Front of property
Family Suite (2 adults & 4 children) | Living area
Honeymoon Suite | Bathroom
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
The current price is €274
includes taxes & fees
7 Mar - 8 Mar

Room options

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Family Suite (2 adults & 4 children)

Family Suite (2 adults & 4 children)

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
  • 47.4 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 4 Single Beds

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Honeymoon Suite

Honeymoon Suite

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
  • 61 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Cottage (2 Adults & 2 Children)

Family Cottage (2 Adults & 2 Children)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
Minibar (some free items)
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Luxury Room

Luxury Room

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
  • 25.4 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
1 Swellengrebel Street, Swellendam, Western Cape, 6740

What's nearby

  • Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam - 4 min walk
  • Drostdy Museum - 6 min walk
  • Swellendam Golf Course - 4 min drive
  • Swellendam Hiking Trail - 17 min drive
  • Bontebok National Park - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 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 boutique country house in the historical district
At Schoone Oordt Country House, you can look forward to free full breakfast, a free daily manager's reception and a terrace. The on-site local cuisine fine-dining restaurant, Conservatory Restaurant, offers breakfast, dinner and garden views. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a garden and an arcade/games room.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • Bike hire, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and express check-out
  • Babysitting (surcharge), a front desk safe and coffee/tea in reception
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts, such as premium bedding and heated floors, as well as thoughtful touches, such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with deep-soaking baths and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels and DVD players
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, patios and heated floors

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Spanish, Xhosa

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8 AM to 10 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
  • 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 centre

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Dressing gowns
  • 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 and check-out are 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
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 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
5 children, up to the age of 1, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

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

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The seasonal pool will be open from September to June
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
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 organisation.

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

Does Schoone Oordt Country House have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Schoone Oordt Country House?

As of 28 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Schoone Oordt Country House on 7 Mar 2025 start from €273.54, 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.

Is Schoone Oordt Country House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Schoone Oordt Country House?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Schoone Oordt Country House?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of ZAR 365.00 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available from 10:00 PM to midnight for a fee of ZAR 365.00.

What time is check-out at Schoone Oordt Country House?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does Schoone Oordt Country House provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of ZAR 2500 per vehicle applies.

Where is Schoone Oordt Country House located?

This family-friendly Swellendam country house is located in the historical district, within a 10-minute walk of Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam, Bukkenburg Pottery Studio and Drostdy Museum. Marloth Nature Reserve and Swellendam Golf Course are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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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

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

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

David

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

Stephen

Staff were all super helpful, accommodation was very comfortable and dinner and breakfast both excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

G

Fantastic: lovely property, delicious food, friendly and helpful staff

10/10 Excellent

JULIE

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

Emile

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

10/10 Excellent

Ailie

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

Verified traveller

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

Frank

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

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

Angela

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
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Amazin
One of the best places I have ever stayed in and probably for the value it is the best. The guest house is beautiful and spotless, the rooms are really comfortable. The garden is peaceful and great to relax in. The food is the out of this world. Breakfast had two courses as well as a buffet - poached pear and then eggs royale - they were both what you would expect from a top restaurant. If you are going to stay around here - stay at this place.

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

4/10 Poor

Danie

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

ANDREW

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Felix

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Beautiful property with great staff and interaction with owners. Excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

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 traveller

Sehr empfehlenswert!
Tolles Hotel mit ausgezeichnetem Service in wunderschöner Umgebung. Das Personal hat versucht uns den Aufenthalt so angenehm wie möglich zu machen ohne dabei aufdringlich zu sein, was wirklich sehr angenehm war.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020