Stonehill River Lodge | Swellendam Self Catering Accommodation
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Stonehill River Lodge is set amidst the foothills of the Langeberg Mountains and surrounded by fynbos, milkwood and giant aloes on the banks of the mystical Breede River.
The lodge boasts 5 villas with 4 bedrooms and 6 villas with 2 bedrooms. The 2-bedroom villas are equipped with Jacuzzi’s and some with lofts.
Please note that the lodge is on a farm, within the mountains, and as such, the access roads to reach the lodge must be driven along slowly, to avoid damage to vehicles.
Stonehill River Lodge is approximately 240 km from Cape Town and halfway to George on the Garden Route. It is situated in the Overberg, a stone’s throw from Swellendam, the third oldest magisterial district in South Africa. The lodge is an ideal base to explore the historic town of Swellendam and surrounding nature reserves as well as wine-, brandy- and art routes.
This unit comprises 2 bedrooms with fans, 2 bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen and a lounge with a sleeper couch. Amenities include a TV with DStv channels, DVD player, Wi-Fi, safe and fireplace. Guests also have access to a patio with a Jacuzzi and a built-in braai facility. Covered parking is provided.
This unit comprises 2 bedrooms, accommodating up to 4 adults and 2 children under 12 years. The main bedroom has a king-size bed and an en-suite bathroom, while the second bedroom has twin beds. Linen and bath towels are provided. There is a Jacuzzi on the deck with lovely views of the mountains and river. The unit has a sleeper couch in the lounge. Some units have a loft room with twin beds. Please request when required.
This double-storey unit comprises 4 bedrooms, accommodating up to 8 guests. On the lower level, there is a main bedroom with a king-size bed and an en-suite with a bath and shower. The second bedroom has a king-size bed and a bathroom with a shower only. On the upper level, there are 2 bedrooms with twin beds in each bedroom and a bathroom with a shower only. Amenities include a panel heater and a hairdryer.
Local area description
Swellendam is nestled in the valley at the foot of the majestic Langeberg mountains, halfway between Cape Town and George on the Garden Route. It is ideally located to use as a base to explore places of interest, including Suurbraak, an old mission station at the foot of the Tradouw Pass, Malgas, where the last remaining hand-drawn pontoon ferry in South Africa operates, and 4 nature reserves.
The lodge has everything you need (extra blankets as well) so you can just relax and take in the breathtaking views. I loved the huge balcony with the view of the river and sunset! The gas braai was also a good idea. If it’s a quiet, peaceful break you looking for, this is it. Would have loved to have the use of the heated swimming pool though.
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Ek sal Stonehill enige tyd aanbeveel. Die pad na die oord is bietjie sleg, maar die verblyf maak definitief op daarvoor. Daar was genoeg aktiwiteite om die kinders besig te hou en ons het die skattejag netso geniet soos hulle. Die 8-slaap eenhede is baie skoon, netjies en goed ingerig met ‘n kaggel vir die koue winteraande. Ek sal definitief weer terugkeer!
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‘n Onvergeetlike naweek in die mooiste omgewing. Pragtige, smaakvolle, gemeubileerde eenhede. Die personeel is vriendelik en baie behulpsaam.
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Die lodge is baie mooi en die huise is baie netjies. Ek sal die oord aanbeveel. Een negatiewe punt is die toegangsroete , op sekere dele van die pad, sal ‘n lae voertuig baie sukkel.
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Always an awesome experience, the quiet, tranquil surroundings away from the city lights makes it worth the 2 and half hours drive every time.
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The serene surrounding and river flow creates relaxation. The trail walks was an interesting and enjoyable one. I would definitely recommend and go back.
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I think this is the place to retire and get old peacefully and Stonehill River Lodge will most certainly see us agian soon. I am booked for November. The staff makes you feel so welcome and really looks after your needs. The plus is that you can book out later on a Sunday which makes it so much convenient not to rush off.
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Sal verseker weer Stonehill toe gaan. Netjiese, luukse verblyf met fantastiese geriewe en die ligging is onverbeterlik. Die 4 kinders (tussen 4 en 8 jaar) het hul gate uit geniet en dis baie veilig. Sondagoggend se roei op die rivier was die perfekte manier om die naweek af te sluit!
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The staff are extremely friendly & helpful. Facility is clean and very modern.
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We really enjoyed our stay, but found the road in to be a bit of an issue.
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Heerlike bederf en pragtige omgewing. Uitstekende diens en vriendelike personeel. Baie netjiese en skoon eenhede. Baie om te doen in die omgewing en kinders het dit baie geniet om in die grond rond te krap, op die klimrame te speel en hasies te soek.
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We had a fantastic time and will return.
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Fabulous, amazing staff, and a luxurious accommodation. Will definately go back.
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Great setting, fantastic accommodation and value for money
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We have enjoyed our stay! The first website impression did not reveil the beauty and luxory of the area en houses at all. So we were positively surprised.
Karen