1 2 3 4 Klippe Rivier Cape Country House

The country road winds past vineyards and orchards to Klippe Rivier, a magnificent Cape Dutch Country House, circa 1820, on the outskirts of historic Swellendam, two hours from Cape Town and the Garden Route. 

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A warm, friendly welcome awaits from chief receptionist Molly, the Irish wolfhound. Once the family home of Presidents Steyn and Reitz, recall the gracious past with its spacious voorkamer and reception rooms where gleaming yellowwood floors enhance beautiful antiques.

Original Ambience

The original “waenhuis” and stables have been converted into luxury air-conditioned bedrooms preserving much of the original ambience. Downstairs, spacious bedrooms each have an open fireplace, dressing room and generous bathroom with separate shower and toilet. Loft rooms upstairs under thatch offer mountain views and have private balconies. A secluded cottage is ideal for honeymooners.

Relax

Relax at the saltwater pool and enjoy the company of owls in the oaks. Visit the Drostdy Museum, Bontebok Park and nearby wine route, or the southernmost tip of Africa at Cape Agulhas. Horse riding arranged. At the end of the day return to the peace of the farm and sample excellent country cuisine and Cape wines.

South Africa’s first TGCSA 5-Star Country House.

Awarded the Fair Trade in Tourism SA (FTTSA) Trademark.

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''It is extremely well preserved and is easily the finest house in the Overberg'' Guest Comment