A Hilltop Country Retreat

4.0 star property
Guesthouse with free parking, a quick walk to Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam

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Terrace/patio
Outdoor dining
In-room dining
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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains
A Hilltop Country Retreat offers a quiet getaway with golf, spa services, and an outdoor pool. Guests love the sun-warmed terrace for daytime relaxation and the firepit for evening gatherings, all while enjoying in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Deluxe Family Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Fireplace
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LED TV
Blackout curtains
  • 49 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Apartment

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Double Room

Highlights

Patio
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
  • 4 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

2 Bedroom House (no children)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LED TV
  • 148 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds OR 6 Twin Beds

Standard Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

Family House, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • 130 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Bunk Beds
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About the area

Located in Swellendam, A Hilltop Country Retreat is next to a golf course and in the mountains. While the natural beauty of Swellendam Hiking Trail and Bontebok National Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Swellendam Golf Course. Don't miss out on a visit to Bukkenburg Pottery Studio. Explore all the area has to offer with horse riding and hiking/biking trails.
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7 Bergsig Avenue, Swellendam, Western Cape, 6740

What's nearby

  • Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Bukkenburg Pottery Studio - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Drostdy Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Swellendam Golf Course - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Swellendam Hiking Trail - 6 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 154 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Oude Post Bistro - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Tredici - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Republic of Swellendam - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Koornlands Restaurant - ‬3 min drive

About this property

A Hilltop Country Retreat

Upscale guest house near Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam
Located close to Bukkenburg Pottery Studio and Drostdy Museum, A Hilltop Country Retreat provides an adjacent golf course, a terrace and a firepit. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities, such as a garden and a playground.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Self-service breakfast (surcharge), outdoor furniture and a front desk safe
  • Coffee/tea in reception, tour/ticket information and barbecues
Room features
All guestrooms at A Hilltop Country Retreat feature comforts such as safes and minibars.
Other amenities include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Kitchens with microwaves, toasters and stovetops
  • 90-cm LED TVs with satellite channels and DVD players
  • Freezers, cookware/dishes/utensils and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily self-serve breakfast available 8 AM to 11 AM for a fee: ZAR 120 for adults and ZAR 120 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 9-hole adjacent golf course
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Built in 2012
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 90-cm LED TV with satellite channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Meal delivery service
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Paper towels
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Toaster

More

  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Portable fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for self-service breakfast: from approximately ZAR 120 for adults and from ZAR 120 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Guests receive provisions each day for preparing their own breakfast.

We should mention

Reservations are required for golf tee times; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

National rating

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does A Hilltop Country Retreat have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is A Hilltop Country Retreat pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at A Hilltop Country Retreat?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at A Hilltop Country Retreat?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM.

What time is check-out at A Hilltop Country Retreat?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is A Hilltop Country Retreat located?

Situated in Swellendam, this golf guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam, Bukkenburg Pottery Studio and Drostdy Museum. Swellendam Hiking Trail and Swellendam Golf Course are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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