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African Shades

 
 

Description

A unique bed & breakfast located in the beautiful, historic town of Swellendam, right across from the Drostdy Museum. Expect a warm welcome, clean, spacious rooms, super comfortable beds and luxurious cotton percale linen. We offer 6 en-suite rooms all with separate entrances and private patios. Our swimming pool has stunning mountain views and offers welcome relief for those hot, summer days.

At our Arts & Crafts shop, the best of modern and traditional South African crafts and designs are on display. Colourful, unique and inspiring. Our restaurant is shaded under large oak trees and overlooks the Langeberg Mountains. Open for breakfast and lunch, this is the ideal spot for a quick refreshment stop.

As a family run business, we pride ourselves in always providing friendly, personal service.


Check-In  02:00 PM   Check-Out 11:00 AM

Great Outdoors: Various outdoor activities are offered in our area. Horse riding in the Langeberg mountains, hiking in the Marloth Nature reserve. Superb mountain biking trails.

Historical & Cultural: We are situated in the oldest part of Swellendam, across from the Drostdy Museum, looking directly at Mayville House.

Outstanding Views: We have lovely views of the Langeberg mountains from the front of the property. Enjoy these views while having breakfast or even a lunch.

Price & Availability

ON REQUEST
Thursday 11th September
  • Per Person Sharing:
  • R450
  • Per Person:
  • R600
  • Per Unit:
  • R1350
  • Minimum Stay:
  • 2 Nights
 
Check-in
02 June 2012
 
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Family CottageX 1
Includes: Breakfast
Separately situated off the main building. A lovely cottage in the garden next to the swimming pool area. Double room with twin beds and en suite bathroom with shower. Separate small bedroom with bunkbeds. Sleeper couch in main bedroom. TV, tea tray, hairdryer, fan and heater. Separate entrance with a garden terrace and mountain views. Sleeps max. 5 persons
 
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Honeymoon / Luxury roomX 1
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Bushmen theme, very spacious room with king-size bed and en suite bathroom with bath and separate shower. TV, tea tray, hairdryer, fan, heater & fridge. Separate entrance. Sundeck with garden- and swimming pool views.
 
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Twin roomsX 4
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Modern styled, well-equipped spacious double rooms with twin beds and en suite bathroom with shower (1 with bath). TV, tea tray, hairdryer, fridge, fan & heater. Separate entrances and private patios.
 
Twin rooms
Sleeps 2 Price: p/p sharing
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* Please note that these rates are a guide and are subject to change. Please confirm availability by requesting a quote.

Family Cottage x 1

Includes: B & B

Separately situated off the main building. A lovely cottage in the garden next to the swimming pool area. Double room with twin beds and en suite bathroom with shower. Separate small bedroom with bunkbeds. Sleeper couch in main bedroom. TV, tea tray, hairdryer, fan and heater. Separate entrance with a garden terrace and mountain views. Sleeps max. 5 persons

Features available

Honeymoon / Luxury room x 1

Includes: B & B

Bushmen theme, very spacious room with king-size bed and en suite bathroom with bath and separate shower. TV, tea tray, hairdryer, fan, heater & fridge. Separate entrance. Sundeck with garden- and swimming pool views.

Features available

Twin rooms x 4

Includes: B & B

Modern styled, well-equipped spacious double rooms with twin beds and en suite bathroom with shower (1 with bath). TV, tea tray, hairdryer, fridge, fan & heater. Separate entrances and private patios.

Features available

Facilities

Facilities and Services

  • Wheelchair Enabled
  • Laundry Service
  • Garden
  • Braai / Barbecue
  • Bar on the Premises
  • Swimming Pool
  • Off Street Parking
  • Fireplace on the Premises
  • Communal Television
 

Dining

  • Restaurant on the Premises
  • A la carte Menu Offered
  • Breakfast Served
  • Lunch Served
 

Facilities in Rooms/Units

  • Television in Rooms
  • No Smoking in Rooms
  • Fan in Rooms
  • Tea and Coffee in Rooms
  • Heater in Rooms
  • Bar Fridges in Rooms
 

Environment

  • Mountain
  • Suburbs
 

Activities Nearby

  • Bird Watching
  • Golf
  • Bicycle Touring
  • Climbing - Traditional
  • Horse Riding
  • Paddling - Canoeing
  • Walking
  • Hiking / Backpacking
  • Big 5
 

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Afrikaans
 

Grading

  • 3 Stars - Tourism Grading Council of South Africa
  • AA Superior
 

African Shades Map

Nearby Places

*Distances are shown as the crow flies and not necessarily the actual travelling distance.

In and Around

Popular Attractions
Nearby Locations
Nearest Airport
Featured Destinations
Gallery and Museums
 

Customer Reviews

Reviews 3 of 3
Good value for money
KOBUS GERBER, South Africa
10 April 2012
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The room was spacious and well appointed. Good value for money. Friendly reception.
Recommended
Tottie Aarvold, United Kingdom
08 January 2009
A friendly place, nice rooms and great breakfast. Would go again.
Good
Michael Short, United Kingdom
11 November 2007
Our stay was good.

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from 3 Guest Reviews

Good value for money…”  Read More

KOBUS GERBER, South Africa - 10 April 2012

Recommended…”  Read More

Tottie Aarvold, United Kingdom - 08 January 2009
Water Feature
Front Rooms
Honeymoonroom
Twin Room
Illy Cappuccino
Front View
Langeberg Mountains By Sunset