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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
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Breakfast, dinner served; local cuisine, garden views
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$499
includes taxes & fees
19 Sept - 20 Sept

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)

Family Suite (2 adults & 4 children)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
  • 53 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Honeymoon Suite

Honeymoon Suite

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
  • 48 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • 36 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Luxury Room

Luxury Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Swellendam

A luxury stay in Swellendam awaits you at Schoone Oordt Country House. Within just a 10-minute stroll, you'll find Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam and Drostdy Museum. Highlights at this family-friendly country house include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free daily breakfast. .The fine-dining restaurant, Conservatory Restaurant, serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. The country house's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers as well as access to bike hire and archery. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and coffee/tea in a common area. Free full breakfast is available daily between 8 AM and 10 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Swellendam country house include Bukkenburg Pottery Studio and Swellendam Provincial Hospital.
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What's nearby

  • Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bukkenburg Pottery Studio - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Drostdy Museum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Swellendam Golf Course - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Swellendam Hiking Trail - 6 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Oude Post Bistro - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Tredici - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Republic of Swellendam - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Koornlands Restaurant - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Schoone Oordt Country House

Luxury country house with free breakfast and seasonal outdoor pool
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. Public spaces have free WiFi.

An outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the luxury Schoone Oordt Country House. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Swellendam country house.

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1853
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Games room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Schoone Oordt Country House offers 11 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars (stocked with some free items) and laptop-compatible safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Beds feature premium bedding. Fridges and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with a deep soaking bath, bathrobes, slippers and complimentary toiletries.

This Swellendam country house provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. In-room massages and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered 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 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
  • 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

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • 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

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1853
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch 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
  • Heating
  • 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 within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Schoone Oordt Country House

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 5 children 1 year old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • 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 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, 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 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, credit card or debit 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Eurocard, Barclaycard, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in September and close in June.
  • Up to 5 children aged 1 year old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
  • 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

What is the cancellation policy at Schoone Oordt Country House?

Schoone Oordt Country House offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 15 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Schoone Oordt Country House on 19 Sept 2025 start from AU$499.46, 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 Schoone Oordt Country House?

Yep, Schoone Oordt Country House has a free self car park.

Does Schoone Oordt Country House have a pool?

Schoone Oordt Country House has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open from September to June.

What makes Schoone Oordt Country House a romantic place to stay?

Garden-view dining and a lounge bar, as well as deep-soaking baths and premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Schoone Oordt Country House.

Is Schoone Oordt Country House family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals and babysitting services, as well as childcare services in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Schoone Oordt Country House is a hit with families.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Schoone Oordt Country House?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does Schoone Oordt Country House serve breakfast?

Yep, complimentary full brekkie is on offer daily between 8 AM and 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Schoone Oordt Country House?

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

Is there a bar or restaurant at Schoone Oordt Country House?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Schoone Oordt Country House?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Schoone Oordt Country House?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.