Windsor Hotel Hermanus | Hermanus
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The independently owned Windsor Hotel and Self-Catering Apartments stand proudly on the edge of Hermanus’s breathtaking Walker Bay with a panoramic vista featuring the world’s best whale-watching available in most rooms.
Southern Right whales have been breeding and feeding here for centuries (July – November) and our guests have been returning, generation after generation, to delight in this spectacle.
The 120-year-old Windsor, near the town centre and its rich variety of restaurants, galleries and shops, has been modernised but steadfastly retains its family atmosphere with home-from-home hospitality.
A stunning 120km drive from Cape Town brings you to the famous champagne air of Hermanus, where you can relax in comfort at the venerable Windsor or enjoy a wide variety of gentle or adventurous activities.
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Our Sea Facing Rooms feature a panoramic view of Walker Bay. Beds can be configured as a king bed or two twin beds at your request. All rooms have an en-suite bathroom and ground floor rooms feature a small patio. Free Wi-Fi and parking is available.
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Some of our Non Sea Facing Rooms feature a mountain view. Beds can be configured as a king bed or two twin beds at your request. All rooms have an en-suite bathroom and ground floor rooms feature a small patio. Free Wi-Fi and parking is available.
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Our Sea Facing Rooms feature a panoramic view of Walker Bay. Beds can be configured as a king bed or two twin beds at your request. All rooms have an en-suite bathroom and ground floor rooms feature a small patio. Free Wi-Fi and parking is available.
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Some of our Non Sea Facing Rooms feature a mountain view. Beds can be configured as a king bed or two twin beds at your request. All rooms have an en-suite bathroom and ground floor rooms feature a small patio. Free Wi-Fi and parking is available.
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Our Annex Rooms are located in a separate building behind the main hotel with no special view. Beds can be configured as a king bed or two twin beds at your request. All rooms have an en-suite bathroom and ground floor rooms feature a small patio.
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Our 3 Bedroom Units can accommodate up to 6 people. This unit has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms (1 en-suite to the main bedroom and 1 to share between the other 2 bedrooms). Each of our apartments has a balcony with stunning sea views. Free WiFi and safe parking is available to all our guests. All apartments have a gas braai facility, and are strictly non smoking.
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Our 2 Bedroom Units can accommodate up to 4 people. This unit has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms (1 en-suite to the main bedroom and 1 for the other bedroom). Each of our apartments has a balcony with stunning sea views. Free WiFi and safe parking is available to all our guests. All apartments have a gas braai facility, and are strictly non smoking.
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A new addition to our inventory, this apartment boasts four spacious bedrooms, three of which have en suite bathrooms. Two large living areas, an extensive full service kitchen including washing machine & tumbledrier and a dishwasher. Dining area leading to an outside braai area, as well as a balcony for many afternoon drinks in the african sun.
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Another new addition to the Windsor Hotel, this budget friendly 2 bedroom apartment has all the features you need for a relaxed weekendaway. Two bedrooms with a seperate shared bathroom, a lounge and large kitchen area, as well as an outside area for al fresco dining or a braai. Perfectly located just off Marine Drive, a stones throw from the ocean and a two minute walk to the town centre.
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Property Facilities
Bar, Conference Centre, Gym (nearby), Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Available), Malaria Free, Mobile Connectivity, Secure Parking
Room Facilities
Complimentary Wi-Fi, Electrical Outlets, En-Suite, Fan, Fridge, Hair Dryer, Heater, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Available), Safe, Satellite / Cable Television, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Television
Services
Credit Card
Great White Shark Cage Diving available in Gansbaai. Transport available and provided by operator. Bookings can be made at the Hotel, subject to availability.
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Fun activity for the whole family. Various routes in the Hemel-and-Aarde Valley. Bookings can be made at the Hotel, subject to availability.
This company offers more than just Quad Biking. Various fun filled activities for every age group. Have a look at their website for more information.
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Southern Right Charters operate from the New Harbour in Hermanus. Within walking distance from the Hotel. Bookings can be made at the Hotel, subject to availability.
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Have a look at their website. www.africanwings.co.za
A thrilling experience to do whale watching from the sky!
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Your Stay
1 Night
Full Board Plus - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Activities
Tea and Coffee Included
Fast Facts
3 Star
Hotel
Spoken Languages: Afrikaans, English, Xhosa
No. Rooms: 70
Special Interests: Adventure, Beach / Coastal, Birding, Cycling, Fishing, Flora, Golf, Gourmet, Hiking, History & Culture, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Shopping, Sports, Star Gazing, Watersports, Wildlife, Wine
Garden Route Game Lodge | Albertinia
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Garden Route Game Lodge is situated in Albertinia, South Africa, near the Albertinia Museum, the Theronsville Community Hall, Tuinplaas Tiny Town and the Boswa Survival Garden Route. Units feature air-conditioning, a safety deposit box, a minibar, a telephone, an en-suite bathroom, a shower and tea and coffee facilities. There is an on-site restaurant where guests can enjoy meals. Additional amenities include a swimming pool, a poolside terrace, a sauna and a steam room.
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Exclusive accommodation in luxury thatched chalets with en-suite bathrooms designed to offer guests complete comfort and relaxation in a beautiful setting. Twin or double beds.The rate includes bed & breakfast, dinner,2 game drives and reptile park visit.
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Our spacious Lodge rooms combine luxury and comfort with an African theme. Complete with en-suite bathrooms, the Lodge rooms lead onto a West facing balcony The rate includes bed & breakfast, dinner, 2 game drives and reptile park visit.
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This luxuriously appointed and perfectly positioned free standing suite is our newest addition and offers a spacious room with private deck overlooking the game reserve. Décor is elegant, fresh and contemporary while maintaining earthy elements.
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This luxuriously appointed and perfectly positioned free standing two bedroom suite is our newest addition and offers a spacious main room plus additional room with private deck overlooking the game reserve. Décor is elegant, fresh and contemporary.
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Family lodge rooms all have private viewing patios and en-suite bathrooms offering his and hers vanities, bath and shower. The rooms include a king-size bed and two sleeper couches with a cot available for infants.Convenient access to pools.
This luxuriously appointed and perfectly positioned free standing two bedroom suite is our newest addition and offersa spacious main room plus additional room with private deck overlooking the game reserve. Décor is elegant, fresh and contemorary.
Deluxe Chalet offers ample space and additional comfort with careful attention to detail. The refurbished en-suite bathroom tastefully fitted with spacious shower, bath, double vanity and separate WC. Overlooks a lush valley of indigenous trees.
Your Stay
1 Night
Full Board Plus - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Activities
Tea and Coffee Included
Oyster Creek Lodge | Knysna
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Surrounded by the Knysna Lagoon with a spectacular view of The Heads, This intimate, Luxury lodge can sleep up to twelve people and offers a variety of flexible accommodation choices. Operating as both a bed and breakfast and self-catering facility, the lodge consists of five Luxury suites and one self –catering unit. All of the lodge’s suites (one twin, two double rooms, one queen and luxury suite) are lagoon-facing and open onto the balcony, which includes our loft double bedroom.
This intimate, luxury lodge is located between Port Elizabeth and Cape Town in the area called the Garden Route of South Africa.
All the Suites are all ideal for honeymooners, international and local travellers, business travellers and leisure travellers wanting to relax and enjoy the magnificent views of the lagoon.
The inspiration for the Lodge’s decor is largely drawn from the surrounding natural beauty of the Knysna Forest and is exactly what one would come to expect from our four-star Tourism Council and AA Superior accredited lodge.
Spend your evenings lazing around the fireplace, or enjoying a traditional South African braai. Our communal lounge area is equipped with a plasma screen TV and DSTV for all movie and sports channels. All rooms have TV’s with DSTV.
Oyster Creek is known for its genuine South African hospitality. Start off the day with a selection of fresh fruit, yogurts and cereals. Or enjoy a traditional breakfast of bacon, sausage and eggs served with a choice of juices, coffee or tea.
Our well–equipped kitchen offers self-catering guests all the modern conveniences they could need and serves delicious home cooked breakfasts for our bed and breakfast patrons.
Situated only 2.5kms from the centre of Knysna, within easy reach of all restaurants and other local activities.
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Oyster Creek Lodge
This is a whole house. This house consist of 5 Rooms upstairs and one room on the ground level. There is a splash pool. There is one room with a Kings sized bed and 3 with queen sized beds 1 with 2 single beds.1 with a double all en-suite.
Property Facilities
Internet Access, Library, Malaria Free, Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Secure Parking
Room Facilities
Balcony / Deck, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Cooking Facilities, En-Suite, Fan, Fireplace, Fridge, Heater, Internet, Lounge Area, Mini Bar, Safe, Satellite / Cable Television, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Television, Verandah
Services
Airport Shuttle, Credit Card, Laundry Service
Your Stay
1 Night
Full Board Plus - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Activities
Tea and Coffee Included
Queen's Hotel Oudtshoorn | Oudtshoorn
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The Queen's Hotel is an oasis of colonial elegance and wired modern convenience in the heart of Oudtshoorn - the capital of the beautiful semi-arid Klein Karoo. Finished in 1880, this grand dame of South African hoteliery has recently been restored to her full original beauty and continues to offer sumptuous accommodation, service and dining that is reminiscent of a bygone era but driven by dynamic modern hotel management. The Queen's can accommodate 84 people in the 40 non-smoking rooms (Double, Twin, Family And Deluxe). All have Wi-Fi, individually remote-controlled air-conditioning, satellite TV, direct dial telephone, clock radio, work desk, safe, coffee/tea facilities, communal lounge area and bathrooms with overhead/separate shower & bath, towels, toiletries & luxury linen. Hotel facilities include a restaurant, swimming pool and cafe.
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Queen size bed in room. Air-conditioned, Television (DSTV), WiFi, clock radio, direct dial telephone, coffee & tea making facilities. Bathroom is en-suite with a bath and overhead shower (towels, linen & toiletry amenities included)
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Two separate single beds. All rooms are air-conditioned with television (DSTV), WiFi, clock radio, direct dial telephone and coffee & tea making facilities. Bathrooms are en-suite with a bath and overhead shower(towels, linen, toiletry amenities included)
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King-size bed. Air-conditioning, television (DSTV), WiFi, clock radio, direct dial telephone and coffee & tea making facilities. En-suite bathrooms with a bath and walk-in shower (towels, linen & toiletry amenities included)
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2 Rooms - Queen + Twin (sharing bathroom with a bath and overhead shower.).This air-conditioned room comes with satellite TV, telephone and tea and coffee facilities.
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The Residence consist of a Private Entrance, 2 Rooms, 2 En Suite Shower Bathrooms, Lounge with a Double Sleeper Couch and a Self Catering Kitchen.
All rooms can either be twin beds or king size beds. Each Room and the Lounge are equipped with a Smart TV
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The Residence consist of a Private Entrance, 2 Rooms, 2 En Suite Shower Bathrooms, Lounge with a Double Sleeper Couch and a Self Catering Kitchen.
All rooms can either be twin beds or king size beds. Each Room and the Lounge are equipped with a Smart TV
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Property Facilities
24-hour Security, Bar, Conference Centre, Malaria Free, Pool, Restaurant, Secure Parking
Room Facilities
Air Conditioning, Complimentary Wi-Fi, En-Suite, Hair Dryer, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Available), Lounge Area, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Satellite / Cable Television, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Television, Wheelchair Friendly
Services
Credit Card, Room Service
Your Stay
1 Night
Half Board Plus - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Activities
Tea and Coffee Included
Gamkapoort Dam Cottages | Western Cape
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Nestled at the mouth of the majestic Gamkapoort Canyon, overlooking the Gamka and Dwyka rivers, lies a wilderness beckoning one to leave city life and experience the tranquillity the Karoo has to offer. The Gamkapoort Dam Cottages lie in the Gamkapoort nature reserve which is located at the original entrance to Gamkaskloof (Die Hel). The cottages feature gas stoves, fully equipped kitchens, comfortable bedrooms and a cosy dining area.
Your Stay
2 Nights
Full Board Plus - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Activities
Tea and Coffee Included
Lord Milner Hotel | Matjiesfontein
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On the fringe of the Grand Karoo, The Lord Milner Hotel, the last authentic vestige of Victoriana, sits in all its past glory as a "must" stop on the N1 national highway linking Cape Town to Johannesburg and the northern part of South Africa.
Matjiesfontein is indeed a Great Country Getaway where pure relaxation is enjoyed. In addition, we provide an unrivaled setting and excellent facilities to cater for your wedding, family celebration, or conference.
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The Lord Milner Hotel is a graded Three-star heritage site hotel and offers 15 classically furnished Luxury, Standard and Single Rooms in the Main hotel building
Take a step back in time, to hear history’s palpable heartbeat—while the rooms have been tastefully updated in terms of linen and bathroom facilities—the experience will take you back to the Karoo of old.
The hotel was named for Lord Alfred Milner, who was the governor of the Cape during The South African War (Anglo-Boer War). The gracious grand dame was completed in 1899, and shortly thereafter served as the Headquarters of the Cape Western Command.
At The Lord Milner Hotel, historic ambience, old world service and classic comfort combine.
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The Reston Villa has a distinctly Mediterranean atmosphere with its large shuttered doors opening onto a private terrace, shaded by palm trees and bougainvillea.
Four large suites provide superior accommodation, set within their own garden away from, but close to, the main hotel. The ground floor bedrooms have shuttered French doors opening onto their own verandas.
Reston Villa was once occupied by James Logan's son (also James), his wife and two stepchildren.
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The Olive Schreiner Cottage, named after the famed South African author who wrote The Story of an African Farm, is a luxury two-person cottage on Logan Street, the historic main street of Matjiesfontein.
The cottage is situated next to the Post Office and offers a bedroom with en-suite bathroom including both a bath and shower, and the classically furnished Schreiner lounge
Olive Schreiner—one of the first voices of literature and feminism in South Africa—lived here for a number of years. Today, her cottage is a landmark in the village. It has also been reported that venerated author, Rudyard Kipling, on his first journey to the Cape, made a special journey specifically to visit her here.
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The Old Museum Suite is a classic historic cottage on Logan Street, close to the hotel and next to the Laird’s Arms, this suite offers three bedrooms sleeping up to six people, with two bathrooms, each with bath and shower.
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The swimming pool—dug out of a stone basin—is set amid a lush garden; a fertile desert oasis that attracts diverse birdlife.
The Swimming Pool Suite offers two luxury bedrooms, opening onto a private courtyard patio with access to a swimming pool and a wooden terrace overlooking the Monument River.
The suite is located in the hotel gardens on the riverbank terrace next to the Traveller's Chapel, and caters for up to four people, minimum two persons sharing.
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The historic Douglas Cottages are located at the back of the main hotel building. These rooms have their own veranda overlooking the hotel’s back garden. The verandas are shared by two rooms each and are perfect for friends and family travelling together, and share a passage between the rooms' entrance doors.
Both double and twin bedrooms are available and all rooms have en-suite bathrooms with a shower over bath, hand-shower and bath or shower only. Tea and coffee making facilities are provided in each room.
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The Riverbank Rooms all have en-suite bathrooms and balconies that overlook the Monument River, which is dry in the summer months. These rooms each have a nearby parking bay.
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The Garden Mews Rooms each have an en-suite bathroom with shower, while one room has a bath and shower. Each room has a nearby parking bay.
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Property Facilities
Bar, Chapel, Communal Dining, Conference Centre, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Available), Library, Malaria Free, Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Restaurant, Secure Parking, TV Room
Room Facilities
Bath, Electrical Outlets, En-Suite, Fan, Heater, Shower, Tea / Coffee
Services
Babysitting Service, Credit Card
The Transport Museum, located on the edge of the village, features a remarkable collection of vintage cars from the 1930-1960s era, among them, Chevys, Dodges and a Jaguar MK8. The collection includes two Royal Daimlers from King George VI’s 1947 tour of South Africa, which he undertook accompanied by Princesses Elizabeth (now Queen Elizabeth II) and Margaret. There are also antique bicycles in all styles, an ex-London bus as well as a steam train and carriages, which you can explore inside.
The Marie Rawdon Museum, one visit alone isn’t enough to take in the vast collection of Victoriana, you may need to do a couple of turns to truly appreciate the multitude of relics. Situated in Matjiesfontein’s train station, the contents of this double-storey museum were originally curated by avid collector, David Rawdon. The exhibitions include everything from personal and household items to antique war souvenirs and so much more—it’s a layered look into life at this colonial outpost at the turn of the century. The eclectic items also include some of the dresses that belonged to Emma Logan herself, penny-farthing bicycles and royal memorabilia.
A walk through here is a true adventure, you’ll stumble across dentistry and surgery equipment, personal letters, portraits, children’s toys; and even tableau scenes of a barber’s shop and a fully-stocked apothecary with shelves lined by glass jars filled with elixirs and potions. It’s one of the biggest privately owned museums in South Africa, and Matjiesfontein's second oldest.
Railway Museum, just outside you'll find a station master's office dating back to the late 1800s as well as the original signal room
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"Over 10,000 infantry and 20,000 horses were camped in the surrounding veld..."
During the years of the British remount encampment (c.1900), the area in front of the railway station served as parade ground, where over 10,000 infantry and 20,000 horses were camped in the surrounding veld.
The Lord Milner, with its central turret as lookout post, served as Cape Command Headquarters as well as a field hospital.
Many esteemed military leaders, including General Haig, and similarly revered regiments were stationed here including The 17th Lancers, the Coldstream Guards, the Highland Brigade and the Duke of Edinburgh’s Own Rifles. General Haig occupied the old laundry (opposite 13. Jail) as his officer mess.
To this day the veld is still littered with relics and artefacts from this time, and guests can take a walk up to the site to view these bits of war history.
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Take a trip on the Old London Bus every evening from Mondays to Saturdays —which promises the shortest tour on earth around the village to see its sights and ending in the Liard’s Arms to enjoy a pint in the atmosphere of a bygone era.
Stay for the regular honky-tonk played on the piano, delve into Matjiesfontein’s cricketing history and marvel at the antiques.
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Enjoy hikes and mountain bikes in die Veld. Mountain bikes are available to rent from the hotel.
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Play a game of tennis or simply relax, and read in the hotel's opulent lounges or by the residents only pool.
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Tour the perfectly preserved Victorian town of Matjiesfontein with renowned author Dean Allen. Starting at the majestic Lord Milner Hotel, you'll be guided down the high street, through the immaculate gardens, and along the train station, ending up at The Laird's Arms for a well-deserved pint.
Over the course of the walk, Dean will tell the tale of the village's creation by the 'ideal colonialist', James Logan, in the late 1800s. You will follow Logan's transformation from a penniless 19-year-old Scottish immigrant to the man who built a model town in the middle of nowhere, influenced trade and politics, and toured Britain with his very own South African cricket team.
The Dining Room at The Lord Milner Hotel has been serving its guests for the last 120 years; and boasts the same historic ambience found throughout Matjiesfontein. Dine in a Victorian setting filled with period antiques and let the red-jacketed porters welcome you and offer a selection of fine wines from across the Western Cape region.
It’s here head chef, Tronette, prepares her unique and contemporary take on many of South Africa’s traditional dishes, including Karoo springbok and lamb sourced from the local district.
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Right next door to the Lord Milner Hotel is The Laird's Arms. Enjoy a quiet pint or pub lunch in the historic, saloon-like atmosphere.
Here you’ll meet head bartender, Abraham, who has poured travellers drinks for 20 years while spinning tales of the village’s history and its inhabitants (ghostly and otherwise).
Abraham recommends you try the Karoo Lamb Curry. The lamb comes from a nearby Little Karoo farm, where the fragrant dwarf succulents and shrubs impart a distinctive aromatic herb flavour to the meat.
Pub lunches are served daily between 12:00 and 14:30.
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Take a stroll down Matjiesfontein’s main street, and pop in here for home-cooked hearty breakfasts, light lunches and a fine selection of baked goods.
This relaxed eatery is the ideal spot for a quick bite or mid-morning coffee, with its variety of scones, cakes and koeksisters.
The historic main building opens onto a lovely courtyard overlooking fountains and a pond.
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Your Stay
1 Night
Full Board Plus - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Activities
Tea and Coffee Included
Fast Facts
3 Star
Hotel
Spoken Languages: Afrikaans, English
No. Rooms: 49
Special Interests: Birding, Cycling, Gourmet, Hiking, History & Culture, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Star Gazing