Guesthouse
LaRachelle
8 Somerset Street
Swellendam
South Africa
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Stylish,
cosy and comfortable, ideally situated en-route to the Garden Route, LaRachelle
offers smoke free en-suite bedrooms with separate entrances opening on
to an secure and private enclosed patio with a sparkling pool.
A private
lounge provide the setting for intimate conversations. Walk to restaurants
and places of interest. Experience warm and good old fashioned country
hospitality from your hosts Marius and Rachelle. Master and
Visa credit cards accepted. TGCSA 4-star Guesthouse.
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Double
ensuite bedroom with shower only x 2
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Double
ensuite with separate bath,shower x 2
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Double
en suite bedroom with full en suite bathroom
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Double
ensuite with twin beds x 1
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Activities
and attractions in Swellendam
Nestling
at the foot of the Langeberg Mountains, Swellendam, situated on the N2,
approximately 240km from both Cape Town and George, Swellendam is the perfect
choice for a halfway stopover or as a base from which to explore the Overberg
and has much to offer visitors who have an interest in history, nature
and outdoor activities.
To
do justice to your visit to this beautiful area and what it offers to the
tourist, it is highly recommended that you stay at least 2 but preferably
3 nights to explore and enjoy the surrounding area.
We
can tailor make a visiting program or itinerary of day trips or round trips
to the various visiting points, beaches, whale watching spots, wine routes
and even game farms, etc. on request. |
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We
can also advise you on your trip from Swellendam to the Klein Karoo(Oudtshoorn)
and from there to the Garden Route or any other destination in the Western
Cape. Kindly contact us for free advice or any other assistance
we may render to make your holiday trip to the Western Cape of South Africa
one to be remembered.
Local
activities and places of interest in Swellendam
The third
oldest town in South Africa, the shady oak-lined streets of Swellendam
seem to groan with history. Visit the Drosdy Museum, the old Gaol, Mayville
Heritage Rose Garden, the intricately built Dutch Reformed church that
acts as a focal point of the town alongside a clutch of other historical
national monuments.
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Bukkenburg
Pottery Studio
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De Kunste
Huijs and other local artists.
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Wildebraam
Liquers
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Sulina
Faerie Sanctuary
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Two Feathers
Horse Trail
Swellendam
and surrounds
Marloth
Nature Reserve
Just
minutes from Swellendam, the wonderfully peaceful Marloth Nature Reserve
boasts magical walks to waterfalls, indigenous forest and even allows you
to go to the top of the majestic Langeberg Mountains which tower over Swellendam
or enjoy a horse ride through the beautiful forestry trails led by an experienced
guide.
Bontebok
National Park
This
8000 hectare national park is home to the threatened Cape Mountain Zebra
and Bontebok. It boasts 196 different birds and 490 different plant species.
The plants and flowers are at their best in April. Enjoy a walk in the
park or a picnic on the banks of the Breede River.
De
Hoop Nature reserve
Whale
watching, and cross the Breede River with the last hand operated ferry
in Africa (Malgas).
The
coast just a short drive from Swellendam is one of - if not the - world's
most famous whale watching areas. From De Hoop to Witsand you can watch
the once almost extinct Southern right whales breaching and splashing just
a pebble's throw from the shore. The months of September, October and November
are the best whale watching months, but you are almost guaranteed of seeing
whales throughout the winter.
Nature
lovers will adore the De Hoop Nature Reserve with its impressive diversity
of rare wildlife and numerous species of flora and fauna only found in
South Africa. |
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Cape
Agulhas
Southern
most point in Africa and meeting place of two mighty Atlantic and Indian
oceans. Visit the shipwreck museum and the second oldest working lighthouse
in South Africa.
Robertson
Wine Valley
Wine
Route – a world class wine route with some big wine businesses and small
family-run wine estates, everything still pretty uncommercialised
and amongst its members this region boasts with some of South Africa’s
top wine brands. Come and experience what this valley has to offer – some
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Tradouw
Pass
Worth
driving through the Langeberg Mountains into the Little Karoo, over the
scenic Tradauw Pass. Drive through Zuurbraak, a traditional settlement
established as a mission station in 1812 by the London Mission Society.
The buildings of the village tell the story of its history. The first church,
the parsonage and school, together with the old houses and buildings around
the village square have been restored and are in use, as well as the Anglican
church building. All are situated on the main road through the town.
Montagu
Montagu
is not only well-known for its Hot Springs, but is also world-renowned
amongst rock-climbers and is cited to be one of the best locations in the
world for this challenging sport.
Why
not try the Montagu Tractor ride that takes you to the summit of the Langeberg
Mountains into some of Montagu's most spectacular mountains. An experience
not to be missed
Fishing
Cast
a line into the nearby Breede River, and hook a kabeljou, grunter and many
others..
Golf
Enjoy
a round on the beautiful Swellendam Golf Course. As one guest recently
commented, "the golf was spoilt a bit by the magnificent views".
Beaches
Visit
the beautiful, almost-deserted beaches of Infanta, Witsand, Arniston and
Struis Bay.
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Facilities and Services
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Fax
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Photocopy Machine
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Internet Access
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Parking Available
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Babysitting Service
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Swimming Pool
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Off Street Parking
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No Pets Permitted
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WiFi
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Adsl
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Internet
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Credit Card Facility
Facilities in Rooms/Units
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Television in Rooms
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No Smoking in Rooms
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Fan in Rooms
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Tea and Coffee in Rooms
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Radios in Rooms
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Heater in Rooms
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MNET in Rooms
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WiFi
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Dining
Activities Nearby
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Bird Watching
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Fishing
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Golf
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Fishing - Fly
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Horse Riding
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Paddling - Canoeing
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River Rafting/Expedition
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Walking
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Hiking / Backpacking
Languages Spoken
Grading
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4 Stars - Tourism Grading Council
of South Africa
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