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About this property

Situated on the oldest working Ostrich farm in the Cape Colony, Rietfontein Ostrich Palace was established in 1897. It features private ostrich tours, a curio shop and outdoor swimming pool. The rooms are all equipped with a TV, minibar and tea-and-coffee making facilities. The en suite bathrooms each include a bathrobe, hairdryer and complimentary toiletries. Guests can enjoy ostrich meat and local wines in the restaurant. The private ostrich farm tours are offered daily. Guests can also relax by the pool or in the shared lounge area. Rietfontein Ostrich Palace is located along Route 62, between Calitzdorp and Oudtshoorn. The Swart Berg Pass is 35 km away and the Cango Caves are 42 km away. Oudtshoorn Aerodrome is 30 km from the bed and breakfast, and George Airport is 80 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Buffet

  • Free private parking available on-site


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
or
2 single beds
1 large double bed
or
2 single beds
1 large double bed
or
2 single beds
Bedroom 1
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 single bed
Bedroom 3
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 4
1 single bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Penny
    South Africa South Africa
    Like stepping back into a more genteel world. The room was exquisite with fresh flowers and antiques - I’ve never had sheets of such quality in my life before. The food was absolutely top notch fine dining, four courses including fresh asparagus...
  • Anna
    Germany Germany
    What a beautiful beautiful place! In the middle of a stunning landscape, in a very nicely done room with all the luxury you need, warm welcoming hosts and absolutely excellent food - we felt this must be what it is like in paradise. One of the...
  • Liz
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The meals were delicious and cooked to perfection. Lovely hosts.
  • David
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    we loved everything about it, very quaint and exceptional hosts.
  • Oliver
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The attention to detail in the room was brilliant. The food superb.
  • Aletta
    South Africa South Africa
    Everything... Excellent in every respect. Very comfortable room, with crispy clean white linen, comfortable bed, so much attention to detail. The food was exceptionally good.. Dinner and breakfast.. Healthy home made spread beautifully presented....
  • Lela
    South Africa South Africa
    The hosts, the beauty, the solitude, the authenticity, the attention to detail, the meals
  • Özge
    Netherlands Netherlands
    pool is amazing, the owners of the farm super friendly and helpful! breakfast and dinner is super good!
  • Geoff
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    If your travelling the R62 and don't stop here you will have missed the best b&b ,the food is beyond excellent ,if your booking Its a must to order dinner .We have stayed here several times in recent years and in 22 years of travelling the Karoo...
  • Eva
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    An old ostrich farm in a magical location in the foothills. We stayed in the old farm house rather than in the main building. Comfortable - with a dash of bygone glory - and we slept well. We were hoping to do a bit of stargazing as the Little...

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Local • South African
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Dinner
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian

House rules

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Check-in
From 15:00 to 18:00
Check-out
From 07:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Dear Visitor, this region is currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties are subject to comply with local water usage restrictions.