Along the river at Swellendam

Aan de Oever Guesthouse, situated at the base of the verdant Langeberg Mountains and alongside the serene Koornlands River, offers a tranquil and strategically positioned respite for travelers en route from Cape Town to the Garden Route and subsequently to the Eastern Cape and its Big 5 reserves.

Swellendam is among the oldest settlements in South Africa, and its citizens take this distinction and their creativity seriously, having declared their town a republic in its own right.  This captivating character encompasses a range of activities, including trips to the Drostdy Museum, a walk through the orchards at Hermitage Youngberry Farm, a round at the nearby nine-hole golf course, or a leisurely ride into nature with Two Feathers Horse Trails.

Translating directly to “on the river,” the guesthouse provides lodging in its 13 en-suite guestrooms, which include Family Suites.  Every room is equipped with satellite television, air conditioning, electric blankets, tea and coffee-making amenities, an honesty bar, complimentary Wi-Fi, off-street parking, laundry services, and swimming pool towels.  Aan de Oever is well situated within walking distance of the town’s museums, cafés, and shops.