Name: Aan de Oever Guesthouse
Address: 21 Faure Street, 6740 Swellendam, South Africa, 21 Faure Street, Western Cape, 6740, South Africa
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $45 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.8

Aan de Oever Guesthouse

21 Faure Street, 6740 Swellendam, South Africa – Excellent location – show map

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Nestled between oak trees at the foot of the Langeberg Mountains, Aan de Oever Guest house offers accommodations in Swellendam. Offering a private entrance, each room at this Cape Dutch-style guest house is elegantly furnished and has an private bathroom. Guests can start their day with breakfast and end off with a sundowner from the honesty bar. Aan de Oever features a swimming pool, deck and BBQ area. The guest house is within walking distance of the Drostdy Museum, restaurants and shops. Aan de Oever Guest house is halfway between Cape Town and George.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Swellendam, this property has an excellent location score of 9.3!

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

Breakfast Info

Continental, Buffet

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Availability

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Room Type

Number of guests

Budget Double Room with Street View (Blue Crane)

1 queen bed

Luxury Double or Twin Room (Kingfisher)

2 twin beds

1 king bed

Luxury Loft Room with Stairs (Barn Owl)

1 king bed

Luxury Loft Room with Stairs (Bokmakiere)

1 queen bed

Family Room (Guinea Fowl)

2 twin beds

and

1 king bed

Budget Double or Twin Room with Street View (Hadida)

2 twin beds

1 full bed

Standard Double Room

1 queen bed

Double or Twin Room

1 king bed

Family Room with Mountain View

2 twin beds

and

1 king bed

Double or Twin Room with Mountain View

1 king bed

Double or Twin Room

1 king bed

and

1 sofa bed

Double Room

1 queen bed

Family Room with Mountain View

1 twin bed

and

1 king bed

Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff

9.4

Facilities

8.9

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

9.0

Value for money

9.1

Location

9.3

Free WiFi

8.8

See what guests loved the most:

Michelle
United States of America
“The staff was really accommodating. The room was charming and very spacious. The breakfast was great! The neighborhood was adorable.”
Morris
United States of America
“It is a beautiful property! Very peaceful. Just down the street from nice shops. There is also a beautiful nature reserve up the road.”
Simonds
United States of America
“Lovely little guest house, beautiful location and easy to find. Wonderful breakfast.”
Van
South Africa
“Lovely view and having a shower and bath is very rare and was a pleasant surprise.”
Yousuf
South Africa
“This is the third time we have stayed at Aan De Oever. The staff always goes out of their way to make all guests feel welcome.”
Daniel
South Africa
“Stunning views and well located in Swellendam. The staff were extremely accommodating and the breakfast was superb! We stayed in the loft room and had a lovely view of the mountains and the river which runs along the property. Will definitely be...”
Marita
South Africa
“Breakfasts are lovely, view is amazing, and our room was perfect”
Amy
United States of America
“wonderfully appointed large rooms. beautiful grounds surrounded by gorgeous mountains. friendly staff and nice breakfast. Bonus we were able to walk into town for dinner - short lovely walk. Ate at Republic- very good. Family did a short very...”
Robert
United States of America
“Aan de Oever is in a lovely old part of the town, a short walk away from the Old Drostdy yet just minutes off the N2. The beautiful garden setting and surroundings exceeded our expectations and our dramatic upstairs room (Bokmakerie) was...”
Charmagne
South Africa
“This is the second time we have stayed here. Breakfast is good - overall a fantastic stay.”

Managed by Aan de Leisure Collection, Accommodation Made Perfect!

Company review score: 9.4Based on 1,223 reviews from 1 property

1 managed property

Company info

The vision to build a leisure company started in 2007 when we acquired our first property Aan de Oever. We wanted to share more of our beautiful town, Swellendam, with guests and travelers from all over the world and gradually the Aan de Leisure Collection evolved to 37 rooms to date. We are an ever evolving and growing company and our dream does not stop here. We have a passion for hospitality and strive to create spaces for guests where they can relax and feel at home. We pride ourselves in delivering excellent service at world class standards. Respect for our community and each other as well as the opportunities we create and work hard for, is the foundation to our success. With our ongoing development, we are creating job opportunities, putting food on family tables and adding pride and passion within the people who work with us. We are proud to be part of an ever developing, respected and progressive company.

Property info

Located on the banks of the Koornlands river, at the foot of the Langeberg Mountains, Aan de Oever welcomes you. Aan de Oever is a house built in the Cape Dutch style, an iconic style in historic Swellendam, the third oldest magisterial district in the Cape. If you want a perfect setting for a romantic getaway, holiday, or stop over to or from the Garden Route or Route 62, we offer you an unforgettable experience. Aan de Oever has exquisite accommodation in thirteen elegantly furnished bedrooms and suits, each with its own bathroom and private entrance. Our country style breakfast is served on our sunny enclosed patio overlooking the mountains. Breakfast includes fresh fruit juice, a selection of quality tea and coffee options, a hot plated meal and cold breakfast buffet. The buffet selection includes a choice of cereals, fresh fruit, a variety of muffins, yogurt and a selection of breads.

Neighborhood info

Swellendam has plenty of attractions and activities for everyone to enjoy. Whether you are a foodie, hiker, cyclist, golfer, wine connoisseur, history lover or just looking for a break to a picturesque town, we have something for you. For starters Swellendam has some of the best cycling routes in the Overberg district. We also have spectacular hiking trails, said to be a ‘must’ on any hiker’s bucket list, During your stay, enjoy our swimming pool, deck and ‘braai’ area with a sundowner in hand for golden hour, “cheers-ing” to the setting sun! A visit to Drostdy Museum. This former government building, an architectural treasure in itself, is now a museum containing some impressive artifacts. Photograph the Dutch Reformed Church. Rumour has it, it is the most photographed church in South Africa. Take a hike in Marloth Nature Reserve, the Duiwelsbos hiking route’s distance is a steep 1km and will take about 2 hours, depending on your agility. There is a beautiful deck at the waterfall, remember a snack for a mini pic-nic. Sulina’s Fairy Sanctuary will make every child’s and even grown ups fairy tale dreams come to life. Stroll through Swellengrebel Street beneath the lush oak trees and take a look at the wonderful shops and have a bite to eat at one of our lovely restaurants. If you are looking to explore a bit further, our surrounding towns welcomes travelers with open arms. We have a few day trips we can recommend that can be explored from Swellendam.

Languages Spoken

Afrikaans,English

Area info

Amenities of Aan de Oever Guesthouse
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

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 to 6:00 PM

Check-out

From 10:00 AM to 11:00 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 of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years

Crib upon request

Free

12+ years

Extra bed upon request

ZAR 200 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Aan de Oever Guesthouse accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 06:00:00.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries on dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

Check-in at Aan de Oever Guesthouse is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.
Aan de Oever Guesthouse offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Golf course (within 2 miles)
- Horseback riding
- Walking tours
- Live sports events (broadcast)
- Swimming pool
- Live music/Performance
- Bike tours
Guests staying at Aan de Oever Guesthouse can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.1).

Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Buffet
The prices at Aan de Oever Guesthouse may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
Yes, Aan de Oever Guesthouse is popular with guests booking family stays.
Room options at Aan de Oever Guesthouse include:
- Double
- Twin/Double
- Family
Aan de Oever Guesthouse is 0.7 miles from the center of Swellendam. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.