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There is something quite magical about Schoone Oordt Country House. She has been passionately painstakingly and lovingly restored over many years by Richard and Alison Walker. As a result she has been instilled with charm and grace and she adores welcoming guests.Her extensive grounds house eight magnificently crafted sumptuous suites a quaint private family cottage and a romantic and secluded honeymoon hideaway set in lush abundant gardens and sheltered by aged oak trees. Each luxurious room has conceded to every modern convenience whilst unique restored (mostly by Richard) antiques retain the Victorian feel of the Manor House and a bygone era.The Manor House originally built in 1853 boasts the most exquisite light and airy conservatory which Richard designed and built in true English style a cosy fire-lit bar and lounge an intimate dining room and a true country kitchen. The warmth of the original wooden floors ceilings and doors coupled with many quirky antique pieces creates a wonderful welcoming ambience and guests are encouraged to kuier' here.Schoone Oordt is passionate about food about wine about people and about the environment. Meals are made with love. Breakfasts are traditionally a gourmet affair and Schoone Oordt has developed quite a reputation for them using fresh herbs and occasional veggies from her garden as well as local farm produce. Plans are currently underway to introduce extravagant high teas and lavish dinners in season using organic fresh produce sourced as locally and as ethically as possible. At the moment the chef is trying out his recipes and a voorsmakie' is available at Chef Wander's Table during the cold winter months. Delectable wines are sourced from the celebrated verdant regions surrounding Swellendam; Robertson and Hermanus.Schoone Oordt has been created with a vision for entertaining. Choose from the intimate and private boardroom with views of the mountains the sun-drenched conservatory overlooking the grounds or the cosy slightly more formal dining room in the grand old house. She is truly an extraordinary venue for an exclusive occasion filled with laughter and love...The area around Schoone Oordt offers guests an abundance of activities. Hiking horse-trails bike-trails watersports as well as visits to the nearby Nature Reserves are a must. A trip to the De Hoop Nature Reserve for seasonal whale watching cannot be missed a short journey over the Tradouw's Pass to quadbike in Barrydale as well as a day trip wine-tasting in the Robertson Wine Valley . Along with a nine-hole golf course quaint coffee shops the renowned Drostdy museum berry-picking lavender-picking good restaurants and a feast of art Swellendam spoils its visitors for choice. The emphasis at Schoone Oordt is on unpretentious unaffected luxury elegance qualityand acute attention to detail.She is a gracious old dame with heart and soul and she invites you to visit... soon... Lovely Afrikaans word for visiting drinking eating chatting gossiping and enjoying time with people you love.

Property Location
With a stay at Aan de Oever in Swellendam, you'll be minutes from Drostdy Museum and close to Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam.

Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 7 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and DVD players. Conveniences include safes and coffee/tea makers, and you can also request rollaway/extra beds.

Rec, Spa, Premium Amenities
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a rooftop terrace and a garden. Additional amenities include complimentary wireless Internet access, babysitting/childcare, and tour/ticket assistance.

Business, Other Amenities
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, multilingual staff, and laundry facilities. Free parking is available onsite.

• No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.

The preferred airport for Aan de Oever is Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 171.1 km / 106.3 mi.

Distances are calculated in a straight line from the property's location to the point of interest or airport and may not reflect actual travel distance.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometre.

Property Location
Located in Swellendam, Schoone Oordt Country House is in the historical district and minutes from Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam and Drostdy Museum.

Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 10 air-conditioned rooms featuring fireplaces. Rooms have private patios. Satellite programming and DVD players are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include safes and refrigerators, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Rec, Spa, Premium Amenities
Relax and unwind with massages and facials. Additional amenities include complimentary wireless Internet access, babysitting/childcare (surcharge), and wedding services. Guests can catch a ride to nearby destinations on the area shuttle (surcharge).

Dining
Satisfy your appetite at the country house's restaurant, which features a bar and a garden view. Mingle with other guests at a complimentary manager's reception, held daily at late afternoon. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at a bar/lounge. A complimentary full breakfast is served daily.

Business, Other Amenities
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Event facilities at this country house consist of banquet facilities and a meeting/conference room. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

• Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the country house prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
• A resort fee is included in the total price displayed.

The preferred airport for Schoone Oordt Country House is Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 170.8 km / 106.2 mi.

Distances are calculated in a straight line from the property's location to the point of interest or airport and may not reflect actual travel distance.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometre.

Property Location
Located in Swellendam, Augusta de Mist Country House and African Kitchen is in the historical district, minutes from Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam, and close to Drostdy Museum.

Rooms
Treat yourself to a stay in one of the 6 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring fireplaces. Your bed comes with down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets. Rooms have private balconies or patios where you can take in garden and courtyard views. Cable programming and CD players are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected.

Rec, Spa, Premium Amenities
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional features at this Beaux Arts guesthouse include complimentary wireless Internet access and tour/ticket assistance.

Dining
Enjoy a satisfying meal at a restaurant serving guests of Augusta de Mist Country House and African Kitchen. For your convenience, a complimentary breakfast is served daily.

Business, Other Amenities
Featured amenities include multilingual staff, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

• This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
• No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.

The preferred airport for Augusta de Mist Country House and African Kitchen is Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 170.7 km / 106.1 mi.

Distances are calculated in a straight line from the property's location to the point of interest or airport and may not reflect actual travel distance.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometre.