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About this property

Spacious Accommodation: Riverside Country House in Swellendam offers a spacious apartment with two bedrooms and a bathroom. The property features a fully equipped kitchen, balcony, and terrace, ensuring comfort and convenience. Outdoor Amenities: Guests can enjoy a swimming pool with a view, sun terrace, and lush garden. The outdoor fireplace, play area, and seating areas provide ample space for relaxation and leisure. Modern Facilities: The apartment includes free WiFi, streaming services, and a work desk. Additional amenities include a games room, barbecue facilities, and free on-site private parking. Local Attractions: Located 8 minutes from Drostdy Museum and 1 km from NG Church Swellendam, the property is also close to Swellendam Golf Course (3 km) and Marloth Nature Reserve (27 km). Highly rated for its garden, swimming pool, and host.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 10 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Situated in the best rated area in Swellendam, this property has an excellent location score of 9.8

    • Free private parking available on-site


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Bedroom 1
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Michelle
    South Africa South Africa
    Absolutely amazing-location, accommodation, hostess
  • Sonnette
    South Africa South Africa
    This fine and quaint and cottage furnished style home was a lovely and comfortable stay. The owner was very friendly and helpful. She catered for small extras eg. Coffee, tea and sugar. I will definitely visit again.
  • Deborah
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Very comfortable house, lit the fire so nice and cosy. Very central to town
  • Neale
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Big and airy living space, had everything we needed. Beautiful garden to chill by the river bank. The host (Lynette)’s attention to detail was outstanding.
  • Marleen
    South Africa South Africa
    Beautiful property with everything you need. Lots of privacy, lovely stoep to sit on with a view of the mountain. Quality products in the house, comfortable, amazing shower and very helpful owner. We loved staying there and appreciated all the...
  • Abe
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Arrangements for key collection were made via WhatsApp. It all worked fine. The house is huge and very well equipped. We felt very comfortable and thoroughly enjoyed our short stay. There are several restaurants within 10 minutes' walking distance...
  • Catherine
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Incredible stay! The photos dont give it justice. Swellendam is a lovely stop and was a great first part of our trip. The pool was a lovely break from the sun and is much bigger than photos suggest!
  • Martin
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Clean, spacious, comfortable and very friendly host
  • Ennis
    South Africa South Africa
    We had a peaceful break from our busy work days. The house is so comfortable and the surroundings beautiful. Loved the open plan and pool area. Will highly recommend it!
  • Jean-marc
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful house , very comfortable, spacious , great pool area, very clean , very close to town centre , tastefully decorated, just a great home from home

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Lynette

9.9
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Lynette
Riverside Country House is a tastefully furnished, Self Catering House. Set at the foot of the majestic Langeberg Mountain, alongside the Koornlands River. Just a mere 500 meter walk along picturesque Faure street, lined with Oak Trees into the hub of Town. You will have use of the Entire Home with a private, enclosed garden. Spend chillout time on the sun lounger alongside the pool on the pool deck. Or have a picnic at the bottom of the garden, under the 50 year old River Willow tree to the sound of the stream of the Koornlands River that runs pass the bottom of the garden. Light the Boma, fire pit ( wood provided ) & watch the sun go down over the spectacular view of the Langeberg Mountain. Sit in the Country Style Kitchen around the central table & spend quality family time over meals. Fully equipped with Smeg Gas Stove, fridge, chest freezer, dishwasher. A separate pantry & Laundry room. Catch up on your reading & get lost in one of the two oversized couches in the lounge. In winter light the freestanding fireplace & play board games around the coffee table. The Eight sitter Dinning room table can be used as a work station for your laptop. Dinning room area opens up to a private stoop with patio furniture leading onto the pool. The upstairs bedrooms (2) both have a queen size bed & cupboard. The couches in the lounge can also be used as alternative sleeping place. All linen, bath & pool towels are provide. Bathroom with toilet, hand basin & large open Shower. Riverside Country House comfortably accommodates 2 Adults & 2 Children, or 4 Adults. Walk out of the front door to explore nature. Hiking & Mountain bike trails are literally on your doorstep. Horse trails in the Marloth Nature Reserve can be booked at your own expense. Swellendam Golf course is rated as one of the top nine hole gold courses in the country. PHOTOS SPEAK FOR THEMSELVES!
Welcome to Riverside Country House. I am excited & privileged to share a part of our beautiful town with you. Whether you're looking for a romantic countryside hideout or a family get together our host, Lynette will be there to welcome you. Swellendam is a wonderful town to escape "life" and take a slow down for a few days or longer.
Located in a Peaceful & Safe neighborhood. Safe for Children & Families. Most sought after neighborhood in Swellendam. Walking distance to Coffee Shops, Drostdy Museum, Restaurants, Marloth Nature Reserve. Hiking & Mountain bike Trails literally on the doorstep. Whatever takes your fancy, take a casual stroll into the hub of Town a mere 500 meters. Ride your bike or take your car into Town to do a food shop at our local Checkers or Spar & Pick n Pay ( +- 2.00 km). Ample Parking in Town.
Language spoken: English

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House rules

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Check-in
From 14:00
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Check-out
Until 10:00
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Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

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No age restriction
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 10:00 and 20:00.
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Riverside Country House 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.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 10:00:00 and 20:00:00.