Schoone Oordt Country House

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Schoone Oordt Country House

Victorian grace, warm service, and Overberg flavors

Schoone Oordt Country House is a lovingly restored 1853 landmark in Swellendam, offering an inviting blend of period character and polished comforts. Eleven elegant rooms encircle gardens, fountains, and a saltwater pool, while the Conservatory serves honest, unpretentious fine dining rooted in local produce. With Bontebok National Park minutes away and De Hoop’s whale coast within easy reach, this family-run retreat makes an effortless base for exploring the Overberg between Cape Town and the Garden Route.

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Historic 1853 Victorian country house in central Swellendam
Eleven elegant rooms set around gardens, fountains, and pool
Conservatory restaurant serving unpretentious fine dining
Minutes to Bontebok National Park; close to Marloth trails
Day trips to De Hoop Nature Reserve for whale watching
Warm, family-run hospitality and thoughtfully curated comforts

Location & Setting

Set beneath the Langeberg and close to the Breede River, Schoone Oordt Country House sits in Swellendam at the heart of the Overberg. Landscaped grounds and mature trees create a serene base midway between Cape Town and the Garden Route. Bontebok National Park is a few minutes’ drive, while Marloth Nature Reserve’s mountain trails are nearby. De Hoop Nature Reserve, famed for southern right whales in season, makes a rewarding day trip. Museums, cafes, and the historic church are an easy stroll from the property.

Rooms

Eleven individually styled rooms combine antique charm with modern comfort. Expect premium bedding, en-suite bathrooms, air conditioning and underfloor heating in select categories, tea and coffee facilities, and tranquil garden or mountain aspects. Family and honeymoon options add space and privacy; veranda rooms open to shaded seating. Wi-Fi is available and strongest in common areas. Thoughtful housekeeping, flexible check-in from mid-afternoon, and attentive, family-run service ensure a relaxed stay for couples, families, and self-drivers exploring the Overberg.

Facilities

Shared spaces include a welcoming lounge, intimate Conservatory restaurant, bar, and a saltwater pool edged by lawns and roses. Breakfast showcases local produce and fresh baking, while dinners deliver “unpretentious fine dining” with Overberg flavors and a considered wine list. Shaded veranda seating and quiet corners invite reading between outings. Concierge assistance can arrange hiking, cycling, golf, or day trips to Bontebok and De Hoop. Secure parking and on-request laundry round out a polished yet easygoing country-house experience.