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Gumtree Guest House

4.0 star property
Guesthouse in Oudtshoorn with seasonal outdoor pool and bar/lounge

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Terrace/patio
Garden
Seasonal outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Standard Twin Room
Garden

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$136
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov

Explore the area

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139 Church Street, Oudtshoorn, Western Cape, 6625
  • Place, Oudtshoorn Suspension Bridge
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Arbeidsgenot
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Buffelsdrift Game Lodge
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, George (GRJ)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Double or Twin Room

Superior Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Dining table
TV
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
Furnished balcony or patio
Air-conditioning
Heating
Dining table
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Twin Room | View from room

Standard Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Dining table
TV
Renovated in 2013
Ceiling fan
Furnished balcony or patio
Air-conditioning
Heating
Dining table
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Cottage

Cottage

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
TV
Ceiling fan
Furnished balcony or patio
Air-conditioning
Heating
Dining table
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Oudtshoorn

Gumtree Guest House places you steps from Oudtshoorn Suspension Bridge and within a 10-minute stroll of C.P. Nel Museum. Highlights at this guest house include in-room free WiFi and furnished balconies. .For a drink, you can stop by the guest house's own lounge bar. Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 9:00 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of free train pick-up service. .With a stay at this 4-property class Oudtshoorn guest house, you'll be 0.7 km (0.4 mi) from Arbeidsgenot and 3 km (1.9 mi) from Cango Wildlife Ranch.
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What's nearby

  • Oudtshoorn Suspension Bridge - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Arbeidsgenot - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Cango Wildlife Ranch - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Safari Ostrich Show Farm - 7 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Buffelsdrift Game Lodge - 11 min drive - 11.0 km

Getting around

  • George (GRJ) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Smitswinkel - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chandelier Game Lodge & Ostrich Farm - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Black Swan - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Jemima's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Beans about Coffee - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Gumtree Guest House

Guesthouse in Oudtshoorn with seasonal outdoor pool and bar/lounge
As a guest of Gumtree Guest House, you'll find a seasonal outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace. WiFi is free in public spaces. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Barbecue grills, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Gumtree Guest House. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Oudtshoorn guest house.

  • 1 floor
  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • 3 buildings
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
Gumtree Guest House offers 6 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and a safe. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. This accommodation is furnished with desks and dining tables. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers.

Bathrooms include a shower, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Oudtshoorn guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free train station pick-up shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 140 per person
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • 24-hour pool access
  • Library
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • 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 lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 floor
  • 3 buildings
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Gumtree Guest House

Children and extra beds

  • Children 12 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 12 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately ZAR 140 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 1000 per vehicle (return)

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit 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 major credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in September and close in April.
  • Pool access is available 24 hours a day.
  • Children 12 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

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

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Gumtree Guest House?

Gumtree Guest House offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Gumtree Guest House?

As of 9 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gumtree Guest House on 16 Nov 2025 start from AU$136.18, 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 parking available at Gumtree Guest House?

Yep, Gumtree Guest House has a free self car park.

Does Gumtree Guest House have a pool?

Gumtree Guest House has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 24 hours (Seasonal outdoor pool open from September to April).

What makes Gumtree Guest House a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Gumtree Guest House.

Does Gumtree Guest House serve breakfast?

Yeah, cooked-to-order breakfast is offered daily between 7:30 AM and 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Gumtree Guest House?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Gumtree Guest House?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Gumtree Guest House?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Reviews

Gumtree Guest House Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 98 out of 127 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 127 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 127 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 127 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 127 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

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

Very welcoming stay!

We had a wonderful time staying at the Gumtree. The host was very sweet and helped us with great ideas of things to do and see while in the area. The breakfast was tasty with choices of hot and cold items, fresh made bread, and fresh fruit cups. The location was quiet, but within walking distance to good restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Location was convenient for walking in town and for out of town excursions. The room was clean and comfortable. The garden and pool were very nice! Best of all, the host was warm and welcoming and a wealth of information! Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

Loved it

Great time, lovely room, very friendly, great location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hilda Heather

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed in the property before and like the why it is set up
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lydia

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

Excellent all round & fantastic location

Our host Jerry could not be more charming or helpful. He’s a font of knowledge and nothing is too much trouble. We stayed in places that look more plush, but this was by far superior in every way. Powerful shower, quiet air con and ceiling fan, and the best breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Steve

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was well maintained and had secure parking. We appreciated that it was only a block to the Main Street and close to shops and restaurants. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Grafton

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Gerry was very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

RUDOLF

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

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

A great stopover, very friendly and convenient too

Phil and Linda made us very welcome and made our stay really enjoyable. We have stayed at the Gumtree previously and will no doubt return. The garden is lovely and there is a pool for cooling off after a long drive. Phil cooks a very good breakfast and Linda's fruit salad is lovely. We would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gideon, Armonk

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for touring the area, extremely friendly owners. Nice rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

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

Best venue in Oudtshoorn. Highly recommend.

Outstanding location in Oudtshoorn - probably the best. Highly recommend. Owners are very helpful at organizing activities, visits, and sightseeing in the area. Outstanding hospitality.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One problem was that the closet to hang clothes was not long enough for dresses, the shower room was quite tired looking
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best guest house we have ever stayed at anywhere in the world! Just unbelievable. Perfect location, perfect facilities, perfect hosts! We didn’t want to leave. A wonderful discovery. We will be back!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

One of the very best—stay here.

On the road 800+ nights around the world and this is one of the best, in every way. Super location, close but not too close to town—-quiet, beautiful morning birdsong. Clean, very comfortable bed and room—very peaceful, restful sleep. First rate room. Breakfast was superb—locally sourced, fresh juice, excellent cold and hot food, homemade bread. Beautiful breakfast room. And proprietors Phil and Linda all pull off this first rate guesthouse with graciousness and warm hospitality. And very, very interesting and engaging people they both are—just first rate human beings running a first rate guest house. You can’t and won’t go wrong—stay here if you are in or near Outdshoorn. You will be very happy you did.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Pleasant stay.

Our hosts Phil and Linda were very hospitable and helpful. Our room was comfortable and clean. Great breakfast with good choices. Nice swimming pool area to relax around. Walking distance to some restaurants and shops. You have to be a bit careful leaving the premises by car as you are on a downwards slope and it is not to easy to see the traffic. Just a small point.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

NICK

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

Great stay in Oudtshoorn

We had an Excellent stay Lin and Phil great hosts, really pointed us in right direction with details of local area. Rooms were big also nice deck and pool to relax around - breakfast was very good, all in all a perfect hotel to explore the local area which loads to offer
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

John

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

A memorable stay and excursion with Phil and Linda

Gumtree Lodge is perfect for a visit to Oudtshoorn and the surrounding areas. Phil and Linda are excellent hosts who are extremely knowledgeable and professional in their approach. Service is first class! The guest house is ideally placed for walking to a range of restaurants and Phil and Linda advised us about these. Breakfast was delicious. Our room was spacious and looked onto the gardens and pool. It had everything we needed. The bar and dining area are very tastefully decorated. There were too many extras to mention. An unforgettable memory is the circular tour through the Schwartberg Pass driven by Phil who provided a really well informed commentary. We would highly recommend this guided tour. We think that we were extremely lucky to have chosen Gumtree Lodge and highly recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lynda

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

South Africa road trip

We enjoyed returning to this fabulous Guesthouse. Phil and Linda are great hosts and nothing is too much trouble. Oudtshoorn experienced 2 power cuts while we were there and our hosts ensured we were inconvenienced as little as possible. We would highly recommend this gem of a Guesthouse and also a day trip over the Swartberg pass driven by Phil in his 4 x 4.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Wayne, Okanagan, British Columbia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely one of the best guest houses we have stayed at, super friendly hosts, excellent beds and room. Lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Parker, Santa Cruz, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Though we missed the owners due to annual holiday, Naomi was amazing. She anticipated most of our questions and was very thorough. You can tell she loves Oudtshoorn. She helped us reset our plans after a downpour dampened our chance at Meerkats.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

highly recommended

awesome stay. property is top notch and location is central. naomi the host was as nice as it gets!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

David

Great place to stay

Very friendly guest house. Room very nice. Breakfast excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Awesome place

The place is spotless and very pretty, located close to couple of good restaurants. The breakfast is out of this world and the hostess went out of her way to accommodate and help us. Strongly recommend it!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Phil and Linda was fantastic hosts and their beautiful dog domino was lovely. The guest has a relaxed feel about it and feel as though you have known Phil and Linda all yiur kife. Our first drink was complimentary and then tried the local gin which was lovely. Breakfast in the morning was the full Monty as well as toast and local jams and cereals. We would stay again as it was wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

Tranquil lodge with everything

Secure and made to feel very much at home. Great enthusiastic hosts ,appreciated the extra touches (milk etc),very professional and friendly.Good breakfast and bar and pool and added extra. Comfortable bed .