Offering views of False Bay and the Helderberg Mountains, De Molen Guest House is located on a country estate in Somerset West. The beach is 10 minutes away by car. Combining modern elements with old world charm, all accommodations types at the guest house are individually decorated. They offer views of the mountains, the garden or the sea and are equipped with tea-and-coffee-making facilities and a satellite TV. The private bathrooms are fitted with a shower. The suites also offer a bath. Breakfast is served in the breakfast room or outside on the terrace. De Molen Guest House also has a barbecue area and drinks and refreshments are available at the honesty bar. Guests can relax on sun loungers by the pool. Swimming pool towels are provided in each room. The guest lounge features a fireplace and a small selection of books can be found in the library. Activities in the area include wine tasting, hiking and golf. Vergelegen Wine Estate is about 3.7 mi away and The Strand Golf Club is a 10-minute drive from De Molen Guest House. Stellenbosch can be reached within 20 minutes and the Sir Lowry’s Mountain Pass is only 8.1 mi away.

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

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
or
1 king bed
2 twin beds
or
1 king bed
2 twin beds
2 twin beds
or
1 king bed
2 twin beds
and
1 king bed
or
4 twin beds
2 twin beds
and
1 king bed
or
4 twin beds
1 queen bed
Bedroom 1:
1 king bed
Bedroom 2:
2 twin beds
Bedroom 1:
2 twin beds
Bedroom 2:
2 twin beds
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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.0
Facilities
8.2
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.7
Value for money
8.6
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
8.1
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Jason
    South Africa South Africa
    We didn't book with breakfast but all the shops were close enough to not be a problem, the location and scenery were spectacular
  • Anne
    Netherlands Netherlands
    the view is amazing and the staff was super friendly and welcoming
  • Lesley
    South Africa South Africa
    The accommodation was amazing, and the staff incredibly helpful.

Area info

Amenities of De Molen Guest House
Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Spa
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Cleaning products
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Aerobics
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Archery
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Live music/Performance
  • Cooking class
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinners
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Movie nights
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Stand-up comedy
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Bar crawls
    Additional charge
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Water park
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Snorkeling
    Off-site
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Bowling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Windsurfing
    Off-site
  • Playground
  • Fishing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
    Additional chargeOff-site
Living Area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Express check-in/out
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Outdoor play equipment for kids
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Babysitting/Child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Business center
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Pet bowls
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Soundproof
  • Private entrance
  • Car rental
  • Packed lunches
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Saltwater pool
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
Spa
  • Yoga classes
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Spa facilities
  • Body wrap
  • Body scrub
  • Body treatments
  • Hairstyling
  • Hair coloring
  • Haircut
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Hair treatments
  • Makeup services
  • Waxing services
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty services
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa
    Additional charge
Languages Spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Italian
  • Dutch
  • Portuguese

House rules

De Molen Guest House takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Check-out

From 7:00 AM to 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 of all ages are welcome.

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

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

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Debit card De Molen Guest House 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

Please inform De Molen Guest House of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

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

Dear visitor, this region is currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties are subject to comply with local water usage restrictions.

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

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.

FAQs about De Molen Guest House

  • De Molen Guest House offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Spa
    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Playground
    • Bowling
    • Snorkeling
    • Diving
    • Tennis court
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Windsurfing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Water park
    • Pedicure
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Beauty services
    • Stand-up comedy
    • Body wrap
    • Archery
    • Horseback riding
    • Themed dinners
    • Body treatments
    • Swimming pool
    • Hair treatments
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Spa/Wellness packages
    • Live music/Performance
    • Waxing services
    • Walking tours
    • Hair coloring
    • Aerobics
    • Manicure
    • Bar crawls
    • Spa facilities
    • Cooking class
    • Facial treatments
    • Happy hour
    • Body scrub
    • Live sports events (broadcast)
    • Makeup services
    • Movie nights
    • Yoga classes
    • Bike tours
    • Haircut
    • Hairstyling

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

  • De Molen Guest House is 2 miles from the center of Somerset West. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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

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

  • Room options at De Molen Guest House include:

    • Double
    • Apartment
    • Family
    • Bungalow