About Schoone Oordt Country House

Schoone Oordt Country House is a charming country hotel in Swellendam South Africa.
The charming family-run property consists of 11 luxury bedrooms set separately from the Manor House around lush gardens and tinkling fountains. An intimate conservatory restaurant, a sparkling saltwater pool and a passion for people, family, food, wine and the environment, completes this gorgeous Swellendam luxury accommodation.

ROOM TYPES

Luxury Room

Schoone Oordt Country Hotel’s 8 Luxury Rooms are positioned around a fragrant rose garden, peaceful fountains and landscaped shrubbery.

Honeymoon Suite

The large, unashamedly romantic Honeymoon Suite embodies all that is required for an exceptional special occasion or much-needed time away. It is private and tucked away at the edge of a small lush shady forest with the Koornlands River gurgling along its perimeter. Whilst it has all of the delights of the Luxury Rooms, the Honeymoon Suite is dreamy and charming with its large hearth, exquisitely carved four-poster bed and over-sized bathroom.

Family Cottage

The Family Cottage is the restored Coach House at the top end of the property and boasts a loft area with two extended-length single beds for children and an extended-length king for parents. It is private, cosy and set apart from other guests. The Family Cottage is ideal for children aged 3 to 12. Smaller children may find the steps a challenge and teenagers generally prefer more privacy.

Family Suite

The Family Suite is large, airy, sunny and perfect for a family of 4 to 6. There is a large open plan bedroom/lounge for parents with a king extended length bed and a separate bedroom with two purpose built (by Richard himself) bunk beds. For even more space, there is a lovely outside patio overlooking the gardens and pool. The Family Suite is ideal for children of all ages.

ROOM FEATURES

Each Luxury Room has it’s own patio, exquisite bathroom, minibar, tea/coffee facility and tv. Handmade linen, goose-down duvets, pure wool carpets, open hearth and under-floor heating and heated towel rails in the bathrooms all add to the luxury. Whilst the rooms retain the Victorian feel of the Manor House, they are uncluttered and exude luxurious style and elegance.

Honeymoon Suite

• Antique wardrobe and dresser
• Ornate over-sized King Four-Poster Bed
• Custom-made 100% cotton percale linen
• Goose Down bedding (hypoallergenic available on request)
• Custom built tea/coffee station with handmade biscuits or rusks
• Mini Bar with fresh milk, complimentary bottled water and a selection of local wines & beers
• Luxurious wool carpets
• Fireplace
• Air-conditioning
• Large ceiling fan
• Under floor heating in bathroom
• Heated towel rail
• Embroidered towelling gown
• Complimentary slippers
• Selection of locally handmade luxurious Healing Earth bath/body products
• Over-sized shower
• Double basins
• Private patio and entrance
• Large extra-length reconditioned original Victorian bath
• Hairdryer
• ‘In case you forgot’ box with sewing kit, shoe polish, headache tablets, organic mosquito repellent and so on
• Emergency light
• Daily housekeeping and evening turndown service

Family Cottage

• Extra length King or Twin Beds
• Custom-made 100% cotton percale linen
• Goose Down bedding (hypoallergenic available on request)
• Private balcony and entrance
• Satellite TV
• Mini Bar with fresh milk, complimentary bottled water and a selection of local wines & beers
• Luxurious wool carpets
• Under floor heating in bathroom
• Air-conditioning
• Heated towel rail
• Embroidered towelling gowns
• Complimentary slippers
• Selection of locally handmade luxurious Healing Earth bath/body products
• Separate bath and shower
• Hairdryer
• ‘In case you forgot’ box with sewing kit, shoe polish, headache tablets, organic mosquito repellent and so on
• Emergency light
• Daily housekeeping and evening turndown service

Family Suite

• Extra length King or Twin Beds
• 2x solid wooden bunk beds in a separate bedroom
• Custom-made 100% cotton percale linen
• Goose Down bedding (hypoallergenic available on request)
• Private balcony and entrance
• Satellite TV
• Mini Bars with fresh milk, complimentary bottled water and a selection of local wines & beers.
• Luxurious wool carpets
• Air-conditioning
• Under floor heating in bathroom
• Heated towel rail
• Embroidered towelling gowns
• Complimentary slippers
• Selection of locally handmade luxurious Healing Earth bath/body products
• Separate bath and shower
• Double Basins – a children’s one and an adult one
• Hairdryer
• ‘In case you forgot’ box with sewing kit, shoe polish, headache tablets, organic mosquito repellent and so on
  Emergency light
• Daily housekeeping and evening turndown service

Hotel Features

• Bar / Lounge
• Free parking
• Laundry service
• Outdoor Pool
• Restaurant
• WIFI

Features

Additional Activities

There are many things to do in Swellendam the hotel can help with finding these activities or helping guests make reservations. Some things to do in Swellendam include but are not limited to the below:

• Visit Bontebok National Park
• River rafting on the Breede River with Felix Unite (must be booked at least 24hrs in advance)
• Silverthorn Wines for arguably one of the best Cap Classiques in the country.
• Visit the Earth Centre in the Drostdy Museum Complex for locally grown, locally sourced organic or bio-farmed fresh produce as well as earth-friendly body, mind and pet products.
• La Sosta for award-winning authentic Italian fine dining cuisine in an intimate & stylish setting. Pre-reservations absolutely essential (often weeks in advance).
• A magic madhatters tea party and dragon garden tour at The Hidden Dragon Magic Garden.
• Go for a ‘historical walk’- Swellendam is the third oldest town in South Africa after Cape Town and Stellenbosch.
• A range of splendid local artists & artisans at our Under the Oaks Country Market on a Saturday morning.
• Visit/donate to one of the local Swellendam NPOs.