Located in Swellendam, Arumvale Country House is in the mountains, within a 5-minute drive of Swellendam Golf Course and Marloth Nature Reserve. .This cottage is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Dutch Reformed Church Swellendam.
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Arumvale Country House
Cottage in Swellendam with free parking
Arumvale Country House offers 8 accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Accommodations at this 3.5-star cottage have kitchens with refrigerators, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils.
Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.
Recreational amenities at the cottage include an outdoor pool.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 8 guestrooms, featuring kitchens with refrigerators and ovens. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include microwaves and electric kettles, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. This cottage also features complimentary wireless internet access, a picnic area, and barbecue grills.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
Languages
Afrikaans, English
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Outdoor pool
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free self parking on site
Kitchen
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Rollaway/extra bed: ZAR 200 per day
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Laundry
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Laundry facilities
Comfort
Heating
Portable fan
Pets
Pet friendly
One pet total
Pets stay free
Suitability/Accessibility
No elevator
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Housekeeping (daily)
Iron/ironing board
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Location highlights
In the mountains
Things to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
8 units
Garden
Soundproofing
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 7 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets stay free
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 200.0 per day
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 200.0 per day
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 and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Property is also known as
Arumvale Country House Swellendam
Arumvale Swellendam
Arumvale
Arumvale Country Swellendam
Arumvale Country
Arumvale Country House Cottage
Arumvale Country House Swellendam
Arumvale Country House Cottage Swellendam
Arumvale Country House Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
8/10 Good
Verified traveler
Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Dec 28, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lovely charming place for a couple or small family
Lovely people and charming place. Could help self to vegetables in the garden or even the eggs from the chickens for breakfast which was a hit with the kids. Only drawback was that it was a bit of a squash, we should have booked a third room. The rooms are called “two bedroom” but they are actually one bedroom suites with a single sofa bed in the living room so not really suitable for three adults. This is in the small print of the room description so our fault for not reading closely but I think the room title is misleading. Great for a couple or a family with one child.
Wonderful stay ... would highly recommend the cottage. Beautiful views, cozy, clean, friendly staff and glorious fireplace!
Verified traveler
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018
8/10 Good
John, Vancouver
Mar 13, 2018
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Good Place
We stayed for 1 night en route from East to West. The standard self catering room was good, comfortable and clean. The views from the patio were really good. If staying for more I would definitely go for one of the bigger suites. We self catered and managed but better cooking facilities are available in the bigger rooms. Good value, nice place.
Stayed for two nights but should have made it one. My wife didn't want to stay on first impressions as the place needed a thorough clean. Lots of cobwebs and dirty surfaces. The outside space superior to the inside. Lovely views from the terrace but close to cow fields hence inundated with flies which plagued us. Our introduction was rushed and below the standard of others we have experienced this trip. This place was not for us.
We enjoyed our stay at Arumvale. George and everyone were so friendly and helpful. The accommodation is characterful and comfortable. Swellendam is a short drive away and George recommended and booked us a great restaurant on our first night - Field and Fork. We made a day trip down to De Hoop and saw whales, wildlife and the most magnificent sand dunes. A long journey on dirt roads but well worth it.
A little smaller than the picture in brochure portray but not a penalty. If what you after is a relaxed scenic venue then this is the place. We'd love to go again.
This is a lovely property in a great setting with the mountains as a backdrop. It is an easy short drive from the centre of Swellendam so an ideal location for those like us who like to be away from the bustle but close enough to enjoy the restaurants and gift shops of the centre. The accommodation is quite basic but oozes character and charm. George is a very hands on host and ensures the braai is set up every day! We stayed for 3 nights but will stay longer next time to fully enjoy all that the area has to offer
This converted cottage was so sweet it was originally a farm workers cottage next to the main house It was fun for a nights stay and the mountain views were stunning
It is a nice place with a view the mountain ridge with some farming land surroundings. It is just outside the city. People are very friendly. The two rooms we stayed in looked great.
I'd easily book again.
The location is stunning, with views over the nearby mountains. Our room was comfortable and well equipped, George even had the Braai ready to fire up when we arrived. Definitely book a few nights and explore the SANPark hikes
Really enjoyed this stay, beautiful views and great host! We loved Swellendam town too, and there are lots of great places for lunch and dinner :) Thoroughly recommend this place
Brigid
8/10 Good
Steffen&Steffi
Traveled with partner
Jan 6, 2020
Liked: Amenities
Die gesamte Unterkunft ist etwas in die Tage gekommen. Wir haben keine großen Ansprüche und so war das in punkto Sauberkeit halbwegs in Ordnung, aber doch schon an der Grenze. Der Pool ist mit Salzwasser gefühlt, zu unserem Erstaunen vielleicht sogar noch etwas salziger als das Meer. Für eine, maximal zwei Nächte ist der Platz in Ordnung.
Steffen&Steffi
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
6/10 Okay
elke, Mainz
Traveled with partner
Nov 29, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
liegt landschaftlich sehr schön, wirkt insgesamt etwas vernachlässigt, Bad sehr klein, man braucht ein Auto da abschüssig
elke
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
6/10 Okay
Verified traveler
Feb 21, 2019
Assez cher pour ce que c'est
Assez bien dans l'ensemble mais assez cher par rapport à d'autres hébergements que nous avons eu en Afrique du sud.
Point positif : bel environnement.
Point négatif : ménage.
Petite terrasse agréable mais pas propre idem pour les transats à la piscine.
Franchement à ce prix on peut trouver mieux
Accueil très succinct. Très belle chambre décorée avec goût et belle vue sur la campagne. Eloigné du centre mais d'une grande tranquillité. La chambre dispose d'une belle terrasse individuelle avec un barbecue pour un repas en toute intimité (pas de possibilité de repas à proximité). Le jardin est magnifique avec une piscine, un coin repos et une végétation soignée.
Molto gradevole tranquillo bel panorama un luogo rilassante facile da raggiungere e letto comodo la terrazza piacevole con un ottimo barbeque lo consiglio
Die wunderschöne Anlage liegt etwas außerhalb von Swellendam (aber trotzdem gut erreichbar) mitten in der grünen Natur. Alles ist bis ins Detail romantisch eingerichtet. Die Gartenanlage und der atemberaubende Ausblick hat uns fühlen lassen wie im Paradies. Es wird kostenlos Holz für den Grill (auf der Terasse) und den offenen Kamin (im Wohnbereich) zur Verfügung gestellt. Eine absolut traumhafte Unterkunft.
Wir kamen wegen des Verkehrs erst um 20:30Uhr an. Zum Glück wohnen die Inhaber mit in dem Landhaus und haben uns sogar noch mit dem Gepäck geholfen. Wir hatten das Gartenhaus mit Blick auf die Berge und Kühe. Alles ist weiß im Shabby Chic gehalten und sehr hübsch. Das Bett war ca. 140m breit und gemütlich. Im Kühlschrank wartete sogar Wasser und Milch auf uns. Leider war es zum Baden zu kalt aber der kleine Pool war sehr schön in den gepflegten Garten eingebettet.