Hermitage-Huisies Swellendam, Overberg

Nestled in the picturesque Hermitage Valley and situated just 2km’s outside of Swellendam at the foot of the Langeberg Mountains, the area is well known for its spectacular views, tranquility, abundant outdoor activities and pretty berry farms.

All cottages are comfortably furnished with all the necessities and you will be glad to know every one of them comes with an outside braai area. We furthermore appreciate the importance of a good nights rest and all adult beds are equipped with only the best pocket spring mattresses for your sleeping pleasure. Each Cottage is fitted with Unlimited WiFi.

A brand new cold water Swimming Pool was installed recently and you can now enjoy the dramatic mountain views from the comfort of your Deckchair.

For the colder Winter months, you can now also hire our Kol Kol wood-fired hot tub to soak away the stress of everyday life.

Accommodation options

Rose Cottage

Century-old farm cottage made postcard-perfect by the milieu of flowers, horses, green fields, dramatic mountains and adjacent farm dam.

Facilities:

Sleeps up to 4 people – Suitable for 2-3 adults with children
2 Bedrooms (Room 1: Double bed; Room 2: Two Single Beds; Lounge: Pull Out Double Sofabed).
Shower and toilet (bathroom adjacent to the kitchen)
Open-plan lounge, dining room & kitchen (two-plate induction stove, fridge, microwave, kettle & toaster) with basic cooking and eating utensils.
Complimentary homemade rusks, coffee and tea
Tiled floors
Unlimited Wi-Fi & TV with OVHD
Indoor fireplace
Outdoor braai – 1 complimentary bag of wood & firelighter
Pet-friendly on request (minimal charge)
Ask about hiring the wood-fired hot tub

River Cottage

More private and separate from the others. Ideal for those wanting to get back to nature. Also perfect for a romantic getaway. Again the setting is pastoral bliss: a trickling stream, green grass, a shady avocado tree and a river stone braai. Horses, green meadows and the Langeberg peaks are on show.

Facilities:

Sleeps up to 4 people sharing. Suitable for 2 adults with 2 smaller kiddies.
1 Bedroom (Double Bed) with a comfortable double sofa bed in the lounge.
Shower & Toilet
Open plan lounge, dining and kitchenette (one plate induction stove, fridge, microwave, kettle & toaster) with basic cooking and eating utensils.
Complimentary homemade rusks, coffee and tea
Tiled floors
Unlimited Wi-Fi
No TV
Indoor fireplace
Outdoor river stone braai – 1 complimentary bag of wood & blitz
Pet-friendly on request (minimal charge)
Ask about hiring the wood-fired hot tub

The Aardvarks Burrow

Also newly redecorated with spectacular views of everything the farm has to offer. Similar to Guinea Fowl but with a larger living/sleeping area. Aardvark now comes with a covered patio at the front and a back door leading to a another covered patio with built in braai! Complimentary wood and firelighter still included

Facilities:

Sleeps up to 4 people sharing – either a family of 4 (2 adults and 2 kiddies) OR 3 single adults.
Studio flat
En-suite shower and toilet
Separate kitchenette (full fridge , microwave, one plate induction stove, kettle & toaster) with basic cooking and eating utensils.
Complimentary homemade rusks, coffee and tea
Open-plan lounge, dining room & bedroom (Queen Bed) and a comfortable day bed with a pull-out single bed
Includes towels & linen
Wood-fired combustion stove (Kaggel)
Electric fan
Tiled floors
Wi-Fi and TV with Basic DSTV
Covered Patio outside with a stone braai at the back – 1 complimentary bag of wood & firelighter
Pet-friendly upon request – minimal charge
Ask about hiring the wood-fired hot tub

Guinea fowl Flat

Newly redecorated studio flat with spectacular views of the mountains, horses, green pastures and guinea fowl. Perfect for one person or a couple and would be perfect for larger parties when renting out both Guinea Fowl & Aardvarks Burrows.

Facilities:

Suitable for 2 adults
Studio Flat
En-suite shower and toilet
Separate Kitchenette (fridge, microwave, one plate induction stove, kettle & toaster) with basic cooking and eating utensils.
Complimentary homemade rusks, coffee and tea
Open-plan lounge, dining room & bedroom (Queen Size Bed)
Wood-fired combustion stove (Kaggel)
Tiled floors
Wi-Fi & TV with OVHD
Covered Patio outside with a built-in braai – 1 complimentary bag of wood & firelighter
Pet-friendly upon request – minimal charge
Ask about hiring the wood-fired hot tub

Activities

For a very comprehensive list of what there is to see and do in our beautiful town please go and check out this awesome incentive by one of the locals: http://www.visitswellendam.co.za/

We would also be happy to recommend activities so please feel free to just ask.

Our Favourites:

Below we’ve listed some of our favourites:

Liqueur & berries & deli tasting at Wildebraam Cellar (100m) berry season and berry picking starts 10 November (until early January)
Park run every Saturday at 08:00
Horseriding (adults & kids) in the Hermitage Valley – contact Deb 0764528347
Birding, hiking, & mountain biking at Marloth Nature Reserve (3km)
Swimming in Marloth or municipal dam or Berry Adventure Farm (1.5km) or Bontebok National Park or Umshanti (10km)
Golf (1.5km)
Cheese shop on the R60 towards Ashton (2km)
Under Oaks Country Market Saturday mornings 09:00 – 13:00 next to Central Motors
Winetasting at Olivedale (by appointment only)

On the Farm:

Kids jungle gym & sandpit
Swimming pool with deckchairs and the best view in town
Hire our smoking hot “Kol Kol” wood-fired hot tub to soak away the sorrows

In-Town:

Local potters and art galleries
Fun kid-friendly hike in the Masbiekers Valley
Drostdy museum
Bee Things shop with honey-on-tap
Rooiklip Aloe & Succulent Nursery
Spa treatment: Soulspringretreat; Exclusive Beauty; De Kloof

Kiddie Friendly Restaurants:

The Republic (Voortrek road Swellendam)
Wimpy (Voortrek road Swellendam)
Rolandale Farmstall (10.5km out on N2 towards Mosselbaai)
Oude Post Bistro (11.5 km out on N2 towards Mosselbaai)
Bonfrutti Farmstall (27km out on R60 towards Ashton)

Neighbouring Towns:

And then there are loads more to do in and around neighbouring towns such as:

Barrydale (Tradouw pass, Diesel & Crème, art galleries & wine/deli shops)
Montagu (Guano Caves, hot springs, dried fruit & nuts)
Malgas (wine tasting)
De Mond Nature Reserve (bird watching, fishing)
Bonnievale (farm stalls, wine tasting, mountain biking)
Suurbraak

Beaches:

And just to think the beach is also less than an hour away:

Agulhas (the southernmost tip of Africa, lighthouse, fishing)
Struisbaai (surfing, swimming, fishing)
Waenhuiskrans/Arniston (surfing, swimming, fishing, caves)
Witsand (fishing)

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Guest review:

“Magic location and super helpful and responsive host. This place is stunning with amazing mountain views and a relaxed rural vibe. Plenty to do for the family in and around the property. Lots of animals for the kids to pet and great swimming pool too. I recommend renting the wood-fire heated hot tub. I stayed in Aardvark cottage which was well equipped and would definitely stay there or one of the several other cottages they have.”- Ben Henderson
4 months ago

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