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BERRY COTTAGE
Type : Self-catering Farm Accommodation Grading : Tourism Grading Council of South Africa - Four stars.
Location : Swellendam
After Cape Town and Stellenbosch, Swellendam was the third settlement to be founded by the Dutch East India Company. The Drostdy was completed in 1747 and in the same year the new district was named Swellendam in honour of Governor Hendrik Swellengrebel and his wife Helena ten Damme. Swellendam is a busy centre of a thriving agricultural region.
Description : Wildebraam is a youngberry estate situated in the picturesque Hermitage Valley, Swellendam (2km from town). Swellendam is the largest producer of young berries in the world and a private cellar on the farm produces unique South African liqueurs such as Youngberry, Honey, Fennel, Rooibos etc. as well as a delicious range of deli products ranging from syrups, jams and vinegars right through to chili relishes!! Guests are invited to a gastronomic feast in the tasting room year round.
Wildebraam's "berried" treasure is BERRY COTTAGE which offers guests spacious, tranquil accommodation with personalized attention to detail. Come and revive your soul with our breathtaking vistas of the Langeberg Mountains, berry fields and pastures. When you're not out walking on the farm, birding, hiking or cycling perhaps you can laze out on the verandah or cuddle up to the fireplace with a good book. Whatever it is you choose to do, or not to do, absolute rest and relaxation is the order of the day.
We invite you to come and enjoy our country hospitality and let us make your stay with us your most memorable stay of all! Accommodation : BERRY COTTAGE offers spacious, luxurious and romantic self catering accommodation (sleeps 2-5). With down duvets, percale linen, fresh flowers, a fireplace and liqueurs you are sure to feel pampered and most welcome.
In summer, the large verandah with its stunning views and braai facility is perfect for al fresco dining whilst in winter the inside fireplace makes for a cozy and romantic stay.
The cottage has a lounge, dining area, fully equipped kitchen (microwave, oven, fridge/deep freeze etc), large double bedroom (queen double bed & ¾ bed) and en suite bathroom with both a shower and bath. A sleeper couch in the lounge. Additional extras include Air conditioner, DSTV Select, a cd player, hairdryer, toiletries and coffee/tea/sugar. All linen and bedding is provided. Firewood is available on site ( R10 bag).
We supply good old fashioned entertainment in the form of books, board games, cards and healthy doses of fresh country air conducive to afternoon naps! Come "get in touch" with your loved ones and enjoy some much deserved rest and relaxation in a home from home.
Check in : After 14h00 Check out : Before 11h00
Tariff :
ACCOMMODATION RATES: 01.09.2011-31.08.2012
Children:
Less than 1 year or in own cot - Free
1-4 years - ZAR55/night
5-14 years - R110/night
LARGE FAMILY DISCOUNT BY DISCRETION
BERRY COTTAGE: TGSA 4 star - Sleeps 2-4
1 Person - ZAR350
2 Persons - ZAR255 per person=ZAR510/night
3 Persons - ZAR220 per person=ZAR660/night
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Directions on How to Get There
DIRECTIONS FROM N2 CAPE TOWN:
As you approach Swellendam turn left onto the R60 in the direction of Ashton/Worcester. When you get to the 4 stop continue straight over and continue for approx. 1.5km. Turn right at the Hermitage Board and travel 100m. Take your first left onto a dirt road (Hermitage signs) and continue straight for +-400m. Wildebraam entrance (S4) is on your left. Cottage is on your right as you drive in. During office hours the key can be collected from the cellar or from the house after hours.
DIRECTIONS FROM N1 WORCESTER/ASHTON/SWELLENDAM
As you approach Swellendam on the R60 from Ashton you get Keurbomen Lodge & cheese Shop on your left. A short distance past these buildings, turn left off the R60 at the Hermitage sign and travel 100m. Take your first left onto a dirt road (Hermitage signs) and continue straight for +-400m. Wildebraam entrance (S4) is on your left. Cottage is on your right as you drive in. During office hours the key can be collected from the cellar or from the house after hours.
Activities
BERRY PICKING- Nov/Dec young berries & blackberries
LIQUEUR TASTING- Wildebraam Cellar Mon-Fri and Sat.
HIKING- Marloth Nature Reserve
CYCLING & WALKING- Forestry Area
BIRDING-
GOLF- Swellendam 9 hole golf course
WINE ROUTES- Robertson & Bonnievale
GAME VIEWING- Bontebok National Park
HISTORIC- Drostdy Museum
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