Calitzdorp Country House

1827 Calitz Street, 6660 Calitzdorp, South Africa – Excellent location – show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.3/10! <small>(score from <b>67</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
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Scored 9
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Rated wonderful
67 reviews

The primary reason for choosing here was that a restaurant was mentioned so we could eat onsite and not have to find dinner in Calitzdorp elsewhere. Fortunately although I missed the text message asking if we wanted dinner it had been anticipated - and was really good, well presented home cooking with generous portions and very delicious! So was breakfast too! Our hosts were very welcoming and we enjoyed talking and sharing experiences of travels around the world. The guesthouse felt very much like a traditional SA family home and was located well off the main road up a dirt road - however this gave it a good location overlooking the nearby vineyards and the Swartberg mountains. Just a pity that the weather was not great and we didn't have the opportunity to sit on the terrace with a drink.

Paul United Kingdom
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Calitzdorp Country House

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Offering an outdoor pool and a restaurant, Calitzdorp Country House is located in Calitzdorp. Free WiFi access is available in this country house. The accommodations will provide you with a TV and air conditioning. Complete with a refrigerator, the dining area also has an electric kettle. Featuring a shower, private bathroom also comes with a bath and a hairdryer. At Calitzdorp Country House you will find a garden, barbecue facilities and a bar. Other facilities offered at the property include a shared lounge and luggage storage. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including cycling and hiking. The property offers free parking.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Free WiFi
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

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

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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1 king bed
1 king bed
1 king bed
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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
9.1
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
7.5
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  • Paul
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The primary reason for choosing here was that a restaurant was mentioned so we could eat onsite and not have to find dinner in Calitzdorp elsewhere. Fortunately although I missed the text message asking if we wanted dinner it had been anticipated...”
  • Dominique
    Netherlands Netherlands
    “Gorgeous place and rooms, lovely decorated, very comfortable and spacious rooms, beda perfect, wonderful views, nice pool with sunbeda and a wonderful view over surroundings. Nel and Andrew are wonderful hosts and the food is delicious!”
  • Mark
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The host and his wife were so friendly and the supper was excellent.”

Hosted by Andrew

9.7
9.7
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Andrew
Only 4 hours from Cape Town on Route 62, the longest wine route in the world, is Calitzdorp the Port Wine Capital of South Africa. Nestled amongst the vineyards overlooking Calitzdorp is the magnificent Calitzdorp Country House. It is beautifully furnished with antiques and offers spectacular views across a valley of orchards to the majestic Swartberg Mountains. Our luxurious accommodation includes five air-conditioned bedrooms with king-sized beds, en-suite bathrooms and a private patio. The Italian-tiled bathrooms include large showers, twin washbasins and outsize baths. Crisp linens, soft fluffy towels and gowns all add to your feeling of pampered care. After a spectacular Klein Karoo sunset, delight in a gourmet meal and end the evening by enjoying some of Calitzdorp’s best Port Wines.
Andrew and Nell quit the rat race in Johannesburg in March 2014. We decided to purchase the Calitzdorp Country House, which we have been running since July 2014. In order to expand our knowledge of the area, we both qualified as Western and Eastern Cape tour guides in 2015. Our success thus far is based on our personal interaction with our guests.
The towns of Calitzdorp, Ladismith, Zoar and VanWyksdorp make up the municipal area called Kannaland. Kannaland was named after the kanna plant (Sceletium tortuosum) known as nature's Prozac. The kanna plant has been used by South Africans as a mood-altering substance since prehistoric times. The first known written account of the plant's use was in 1662 by Jan van Riebeeck. The traditionally prepared dried Sceletium was often chewed and the saliva swallowed, but it has also been made into gel caps, teas and tinctures. It is also used as a snuff or smoked and it is legal. The fertile Calitzdorp valley was originally a large lake. The soil is mainly alluvial (loose, unconsolidated soil or sediments) and agricultural crops are grown for about 1km on either side of the Nel’s and Gamka (lion in Khoi) rivers. There is evidence of the presence of early San and Khoi people in the numerous rock paintings found in the surrounding mountains. Early writings show that the Khoi called Kannaland ‘the valley with no grass’.
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,English

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      South African
    • Ambience
      Romantic

Amenities of Calitzdorp Country House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Free WiFi
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
Living Area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in some rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    • Private check-in/out
    • Baggage storage
    Entertainment & Family Services
    • Board games/Puzzles
    Cleaning Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Suit press
      Additional charge
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Business Facilities
    • Fax/Photocopying
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • Safe
    General
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Heating
    • Private entrance
    • Packed lunches
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!
    • Open all year
    • Pool/Beach towels
    • Beach chairs/Loungers
    Spa
    • Beach chairs/Loungers
    Languages Spoken
    • Afrikaans
    • English

    Property practice

    This property told us they've implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, or nature.

    House rules

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    Check-in

    From 2:00 PM

    Check-out

    Until 10:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children not allowed.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash Calitzdorp Country House accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Must-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.

    FAQs about Calitzdorp Country House

    • Check-in at Calitzdorp Country House is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • Calitzdorp Country House is 1.3 miles from the center of Calitzdorp. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Calitzdorp Country House has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant

    • Room options at Calitzdorp Country House include:

      • Double

    • Calitzdorp Country House offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Walking tours
      • Swimming pool

    • The prices at Calitzdorp Country House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.