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The Retreat at Groenfontein
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Calitzdorp
Guest house
(8
rooms)
(19 customer reviews)
The Retreat is an old Victorian farmhouse in the lovely Groenfontein Valley Conservancy, bordering on the 129.000ha Swartberg Nature Reserve and situated 20kms northeast of Calitzdorp on a scenic, winding gravel road, 59kms northwest of Oudtshoorn, and 38kms southwest of the Cango Caves, both half gravel, just off the magical Route 62.
4 garden rooms, 2 suites in a converted milking-shed with spectacular views of the mountains, sitting-areas with fireplace, Victorian bath and shower, a main bedroom with king-size beds that can be made up as twins, and a second bedroom with 2 single beds and 2 garden rooms in a converted weaving-shed, with spectacular views of the mountains, king-size beds which can be made up as twins, sitting-areas with fireplace, 1 with Victorian bath and shower, the smaller with shower only. We have 4 comfortable en-suite bedrooms in the main house leading onto a patio, also with a lounge and dining room - each with a fireplace - leading onto the verandah overlooking the sweeping gardens and majestic Swartberg.
We enjoy treating guests to true Klein-Karoo hospitality with hearty breakfasts and traditional home-cooked dinners served with a continental touch. Vegetarians are welcome and we cater for problem diets. Please let us know if you have any allergies or intolerances. We have a full liquor licence and carry a selection of wines from the region.
Enjoy peaceful walks along the charming lanes of the Groenfontein Valley, climb into the foothills of the Swartberg, or simply relax at the pool and let the peace and silence soak into your soul.
German, French, Swedish and Italian spoken.
Children and pets welcome.
Please note:
* Please specify age of child when booking. Children under the age of 12 are served supper before their parents, and may then watch a video while the adults enjoy dinner.
* Child (max 1) sleeping in a standard room with parents charged for meals only at a rate per year of age (up to age 12.
* Rates for children sleeping in their own room available on request. We don't confirm our 4 luxury rooms for only 1 night but if they should be available when you come you will be offered an upgrade at a higher rate.
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> The Retreat at Groenfontein
The Retreat at Groenfontein
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Calitzdorp
Guest house
(8
rooms)
(19 customer reviews)
The Retreat is an old Victorian farmhouse in the lovely Groenfontein Valley Conservancy, bordering on the 129.000ha Swartberg Nature Reserve and situated 20kms northeast of Calitzdorp on a scenic, winding gravel road, 59kms northwest of Oudtshoorn, and 38kms southwest of the Cango Caves, both half gravel, just off the magical Route 62.
4 garden rooms, 2 suites in a converted milking-shed with spectacular views of the mountains, sitting-areas with fireplace, Victorian bath and shower, a main bedroom with king-size beds that can be made up as twins, and a second bedroom with 2 single beds and 2 garden rooms in a converted weaving-shed, with spectacular views of the mountains, king-size beds which can be made up as twins, sitting-areas with fireplace, 1 with Victorian bath and shower, the smaller with shower only. We have 4 comfortable en-suite bedrooms in the main house leading onto a patio, also with a lounge and dining room - each with a fireplace - leading onto the verandah overlooking the sweeping gardens and majestic Swartberg.
We enjoy treating guests to true Klein-Karoo hospitality with hearty breakfasts and traditional home-cooked dinners served with a continental touch. Vegetarians are welcome and we cater for problem diets. Please let us know if you have any allergies or intolerances. We have a full liquor licence and carry a selection of wines from the region.
Enjoy peaceful walks along the charming lanes of the Groenfontein Valley, climb into the foothills of the Swartberg, or simply relax at the pool and let the peace and silence soak into your soul.
German, French, Swedish and Italian spoken.
Children and pets welcome.
Please note:
* Please specify age of child when booking. Children under the age of 12 are served supper before their parents, and may then watch a video while the adults enjoy dinner.
* Child (max 1) sleeping in a standard room with parents charged for meals only at a rate per year of age (up to age 12.
* Rates for children sleeping in their own room available on request. We don't confirm our 4 luxury rooms for only 1 night but if they should be available when you come you will be offered an upgrade at a higher rate.
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Rooms and Rates
Garden Family Suite/Milking Shed
(2
rooms)
from
R1270
p.p.s
p.p. sharing
Room information
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x 3
(main is King or Twin)
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Ensuite Bathroom (Bath and Shower)
Details
Description: Garden suite consisting of a room with a king-sized or twin beds, and lounge area with fireplace and an extra bedroom with 2 single beds, a bathroom with Victorian bath & shower and separate toilet. It has a private verandah with magnificent views of the Swartberg. Minimum stay of 2 nights required.
Facilities:
- Fan
- Fireplace
- Hairdryer
- Heater
- View
- Bed Linen supplied
Large Garden Room/Weaving Shed
(1
room)
from
R1250
p.p.s
p.p. sharing
Room information
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x 2
(main is King or Twin)
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Ensuite Bathroom (Bath and Shower)
Details
Description:
Situated in a converted weaving shed, with king size or twin beds with ensuite Victorian bath and shower, a sitting area with fireplace and study/writing room with a 3rd bed. It has a verandah with magnificent views of Swartberg Mountains. Sleeps 3 adults and 1 child.
Minimum stay of 2 nights required.
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Facilities:
- Fan
- Fireplace
- Hairdryer
- Heater
- No Smoking
- View
- Bed Linen supplied
Double Standard Room
(4
rooms)
from
R1030
p.p.s
p.p. sharing
Details
Description: In house and creamery adjacent to main house. King-size/twin or queen beds and ensuite bath or shower. 1 with fireplace. Opens onto patio.
Facilities:
- Hairdryer
- No Smoking
- Bed Linen supplied
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English
French
Dutch
Italian
Swedish
Breakfast served
Lunch on request
Dinner served
Bar on premises
Bird Watching
Farm activities
Garden
Horse Riding
Mountain Biking
Swimming Pool
Walking / Hiking
Cots available
Family friendly
Fireplace on premises
Pets permitted by agreement
Secure off-street parking
No smoking
Hairdryer
Bed Linen supplied
- Fan
- Fireplace
- Heater
- No Smoking
- View
Children age 12 and over are charged as adults.
Pets are allowed on prior arrangement
x 3
(main is King or Twin)
Ensuite Bathroom (Bath and Shower)
Ensuite Bathroom (Bath or Shower)
CECCO GIOVANNINI
