Schoone Oordt Country Hotel - iconic picture

Schoone Oordt Country House is a charming country hotel in Swellendam South Africa, possibly the best of Swellendam accommodation, with 11 luxury bedrooms set in lush gardens, an intimate Conservatory restaurant, a sparkling saltwater pool and a passion for people, family, food, wine and the environment. The emphasis here is on unpretentious, unaffected luxury, elegance, quality and obsessive attention to detail.

Photographer credit: Bruce 'Flyinghorse' Geils

Schoone Oordt Small Hotel Swellendam

A slightly different view for a change.

Photographer credit: Gareth van Nelson

Schoone Oordt Small Hotel Swellendam

A brighter angle of the Manor House.

The Lobby in the Manor House

Keeping with the Victorian feel, an antique roll top desk, couch, yellowwood coffee table and a family picture commissioned from Alida diTekenar, a local Swellendam artist.

Photographer credit: Bruce 'Flyinghorse' Geils

Cozy Bar & Lounge Area with Fireplace

Where complimentary afternoon tea is served during check ins and for relaxing, reading a book next to the fire during those colder winter months.

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The iconic Schoone Oordt Duck

This duck was the table centrepiece at our very first Christmas in our newly purchase Schoone Oordt. Over time it has lost the tinsel and hat and gained a friend. Other than when children lay claim and carry it around the property, it lives very comfortably on the coffee table in the Bar/Lounge area.

Photographer credit: Bruce 'Flyinghorse' Geils

Interesting Knick Knacks and Antique Pieces

Antique gas bottles behind the Bar

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Complimentary Afternoon Tea

Always something sweet, something savoury, fresh fruit, homemade iced tea and homemade lemonade, along with a selection of coffees and teas served from the Bar in the afternoon.

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Homemade Macarons for Afternoon Tea

Complimentary Afternoon Tea is served daily on check in.

Schoone Oordt Wine Cellar

We have very specific about supporting local and all of our wines come from the Overberg area.

Small and Intimate Dining Room in the Manor House

For smaller functions or families that would like a bit more privacy. It opens on to the kitchen.

Photographer credit: Bruce 'Flyinghorse' Geils

Refreshing (not heated) Saltwater Pool

Gorgeously private pool area for relaxing and refreshing. Note that the pool is not heated.

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Salt Water Pool

View through the gorgeous ferns and water plants towards the pool.

Photographer credit: Bruce 'Flyinghorse' Geils

Luxury Room Gardens

Luxury Rooms are set separate from the Manor House in a Courtyard with tinkling fountains and lush gardens

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Side view of the Manor House

From the bottom of the circular lawn looking up towards the Conservatory.

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The Conservatory at Schoone Oordt Country House

Gorgeously sunny room for breakfasts

Photographer credit: Bruce 'Flyinghorse' Geils

The Conservatory at Schoone Oordt

Overlooking the circular lawn and oak trees.

Photographer credit: Bruce 'Flyinghorse' Geils

Fabulous Eggs Benedict at Schoone Oordt

Breakfasts are a 3-course gourmet affair and we've developed quite a reputation for them.

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Homemade Fresh Muffins and Breads

We bake fresh every morning for breakfast

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Poached Pears with Sweet Nut Stuffing

Each breakfast starts with a selection from the buffet, a second course of an interestingly baked fruit and a main hot course. Standard bacon and eggs are always available.

The Conservatory at Schoone Oordt Country Hotel

Cosy and Romantic in the evenings.

Photographer credit: Wander Bester

The Conservatory at Schoone Oordt

At dusk.

The Conservatory at Schoone Oordt | Interior

Light and airy and set for dinner.

Photographer credit: Bruce 'Flyinghorse' Geils

Warm & Hearty Winter Soups

Our menu changes seasonally and ingredients are always fresh and locally sourced.

Photographer credit: Bruce 'Flyinghorse' Geils

Subllime Rooibos Pannacotta

All handmade with love.

Photographer credit: Bruce 'Flyinghorse' Geils

Grass Fed Beef Fillet, Goats Cheese Barley

Beetroot, Peas, Shiraz Jus and served with a Joubert-Tradauw Syrah

Photographer credit: Elana van Zyl

Asparagus Soup

Basil Oil, Parmesan Brioche, Truffle Butter and served with De Wetshof Finesse Chardonnay

Photographer credit: Elana van Zyl

Kudu Carpaccio

Biltong Cream, Pine Nuts, Charred Onion and served with Bushmanspad Malbec

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Warm Spring Vegetable Salad

Watercress, Garlic 'Cream' Broth and Van Loveren Pinot Grigio. This is a 100% Vegan Dish.

Photographer credit: Elana van Zyl

Yoghurt & Liquorice

Blueberries, Oranges and served with Van Loveren Five Reserve Chenin Blanc

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Lemongrass & Citrus Glazed Seafood

Basil Vichyssoise, Spring Onion, Crispy Leek, served with Springfield Miss Lucy

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Pork Neck, Charred Caulfilower, Hazelnuts

Herbed Mascarpone, Beure Noisette and Sijnn White Blend

Photographer credit: Elana van Zyl

White Chocolate & Strawberries

Pliable White Chocolate, Strawberry Textures, Shortbread

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Family Cottage | Schoone Oordt Country House

Photographer credit: Bruce 'Flyinghorse' Geils