Accommodation Features: BARE NECESSITIES in Swellendam offers a farm stay with a year-round outdoor swimming pool, sauna, sun terrace, and garden. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.
Amenities and Facilities: Guests can enjoy a hot tub, steam room, and outdoor fireplace. Additional facilities include a shared kitchen, games room, and outdoor seating area. Free on-site parking is provided.
Activities and Attractions: The property is situated 26 km from Drostdy Museum and Swellendam Golf Course, 34 km from Star Nation Art Studio, and 38 km from Grootvadersbosch Nature Reserve. Hiking enthusiasts will appreciate the surrounding mountain views.
Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated by guests, BARE NECESSITIES ensures a comfortable and relaxing stay with its range of amenities and facilities.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.
“We had an awesome weekend we love Neels and his wife the most down to earth people so comfortable to be around them
All we can say we definitely going back”
Boudewijn
South Africa
“Lovely hosts and very relaxed atmosphere... The place is simple, but I can recommend this venue to all true naturists. Being nude is form of freedom and we really felt that during our visit.”
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Hartmut
Uruguay
“We loved the family atmosphere with Neels, Petro and the guests, the nice garden, pool and the cows.
Ideal for naturist living.”
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Wayne
United Kingdom
“Tranquil location with stunning views far from the madding crowd.
Warm, hospitable hosts.
Delicious shared meals.
Fresh, creamy milk from on site dairy cows.
Very comfortable bed In spotlessly clean room (despite rural farm location).
Nice,...”
Roymcc
United Kingdom
“The hosts were most welcoming and friendly with very comfortable accommodation and great facilities such as the swimming pool and hot tub. The peace and privacy of the countryside was delightful. In all a unique experience and well worth trying.”
Fairodien
South Africa
“Firstly, the location is absolutely breathtaking. Although there is a short off-road drive right at the end of the journey, the scenic drive is totally worth it. We stayed in the cabin, which was cosy and had everything we needed from coffee to...”
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Holli
Canada
“Nice and rustic and remote and a very cool bus onsite as a room!”
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.
Hosted by Neels & Petro
9.8
9.8
Host review score
Host review score
Neels & Petro
A SMALL NATURIST/CLOTHES FREE FARM VENUE WHERE WE ENJOY A NATURIST/NUDIST LIFESTYLE.
WE ARE STRICTLY A NATURIST/NUDIST/CLOTHES FREE VENUE AND WELCOME GUESTS WITH SIMILAR VALUES.
We have 2 en-suite rooms with their own kitchen facilities. Then there is “Da Bus” about 100 m away that sleeps two and is en-suite with full kitchen facilities.
We are members of the S.A.Naturist association and abide by their code of conduct and ethics.
We are not a resort but enjoy hosting guests with a similar, naturist lifestyle.
230 kms from Cape Town or George.
We also have a few campsites on the property.
WE RECYCLE ! Glass, cans, plastic , paper & cardboard as well as organic waste which goes onto our compost heap. The rest goes to a recycling facility in the town of Swellendam. We sort it after guests leave.
We enjoy hosting fellow naturists and interacting with them. Often sharing meals together.
Our property is a small farm.
Our small farm has pleasant rural and mountain views. The Tradouw pass is probably one of the most dramatic in the country.
We are pet friendly and have two friendly dogs.
Malgas has a ferry over the Breede river and is worth a morning trip.
De Hoop and Bontebok nature reserves are close by.
Swellendam is the 3rd oldest town in S.A. and older than Johannesburg. It has a museum showing the 18th century lifestyle from prison to governor’s mansion. Saturdays a local market in Swellendam.
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,English
Property surroundings
House rules
BARE NECESSITIES, NUDIST ONLY VENUE Naturist, clothes free takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 17:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 10:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
0 - 1 year
Cot upon request
Free
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
Please inform BARE NECESSITIES, NUDIST ONLY VENUE Naturist, clothes free in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
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South Africa“We had an awesome weekend we love Neels and his wife the most down to earth people so comfortable to be around them All we can say we definitely going back”
Uruguay“We loved the family atmosphere with Neels, Petro and the guests, the nice garden, pool and the cows. Ideal for naturist living.”
United Kingdom“Tranquil location with stunning views far from the madding crowd. Warm, hospitable hosts. Delicious shared meals. Fresh, creamy milk from on site dairy cows. Very comfortable bed In spotlessly clean room (despite rural farm location). Nice,...”
Canada“Nice and rustic and remote and a very cool bus onsite as a room!”
