Accommodation Features: Die Hoenderhok and Die Plaashuisie in Swellendam offers a farm stay with a garden. The property includes an outdoor fireplace, seating area, and barbecue facilities. Free on-site private parking is available.
Amenities: Each unit features a private bathroom, fireplace, and kitchenette. Additional amenities include air-conditioning, TV, and a work desk. Guests can enjoy mountain views from the ground-floor units.
Activities: The area is ideal for hiking. Nearby attractions include Swellendam Golf Course and Drostdy Museum, both 12 km away. Marloth Nature Reserve is 14 km from the property.
Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for its convenience for nature trips, quietness of the area, and scenic location.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
“Lovely cottage with amazing views of nearby mountains and farm animals. Definitely recommend!”
Trudy
South Africa
“I had to postpone my trip twice, and Landi was incredibly patient and very helpful. The views of the mountains are spectacular, and unit was well-equipped and spotless. I made good use of the fireplace and curled up with a book for a quiet...”
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Eben
South Africa
“A cozy little cottage. Perfect few over farmlands with grazing cattle. Quiet, peaceful and relaxing time.”
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Timothy
South Africa
“The farm stay was perfect, beautiful view of the mountain. Kitchen and bathroom facileties very good.
Liked the decor with a theme of blue and white Portugese tiles.”
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Annette
Netherlands
“It was a cold and rainy day, but because of the wood we could buy, we were able to make the house cozy and warm. Ik liked the couches we had a nice space to sit. The kitchen is complete the bedrooms are upstairs with comfortable beds. The shower...”
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Amandine
France
“It was our best place du ring our travel
I've never known such a peaceful place. Really.”
Kruger
South Africa
“The beauty around you.
The "Hoenderhok" was cosy.
The stillness. You hear every bird or frog or cow mooing. It was great.”
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Anthony
South Africa
“A lovely rustic cottage in a beautiful setting. Quiet and homely”
Pierreandcelestza
South Africa
“Very unique little place, with a perfect setting for just relaxing. The hostess contacted me immediately after the booking with directions.”
Marianne
South Africa
“Breathtaking natural scenery, with stunning mountain views”
Host Information
9.5
9.5
Host review score
Host review score
Die Hoenderhok and Die Plaashuisie is situated on a farm about 10 min.drive from Swellendam.The century old cottages are overlooking a field of cows.The old buildings are restored to comfortable accommodation.The decor is beautiful with special attention to detail.Both cottages have an inside fireplace or braai which makes winter evenings cosy and warm.The valley is awesome and overlooks the Langeberg mountains.Die Hoenderhok is ideal for a family with bedrooms in the loft.Die Plaashuisie is the smaller unit for a couple and the perfect romantic getaway.Both cottages are self-catering units.Bedding and towels are provided.The cottages are equiped with a fridge/freezer,microwave oven and cooking plates in the kitchen.The bathrooms have a shower,washbasin an toilet.There is electricity and a television.
Die Hoenderhok and Plaashuisie are on a farm 10 km from town (only 1,5km dirt road) and easy to reach.The neatest restaurant/bistro is 5km away.Many more shops and restaurants in town.It is very safe,peaceful and quiet on the farm.Guests come here to rest.There is a small river in which chidren love to play.You can also enjoy a walk on the farm and watch the cows and calves in the field.
Language spoken: English
Property surroundings
House rules
Die Hoenderhok and Die Plaashuisie takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 21:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 09:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
Please inform Die Hoenderhok and Die Plaashuisie in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
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