Comfortable Accommodation: Melkhout Farm Cottage in Bonnievale offers a recently renovated holiday home with three bedrooms and a living room. The property features a fully equipped kitchen, private bathroom, and a cosy fireplace.
Outdoor Amenities: Guests can relax in the garden or hot tub, enjoy the outdoor seating area, and take advantage of the picnic spots. Free WiFi is available throughout the property, ensuring connectivity.
Convenient Location: Located 8 km from Marloth Nature Reserve and 18 km from Bonnievale Golf Club, the cottage provides easy access to local attractions. Free on-site private parking is provided for guests.
Guest Favorites: Visitors highly rate the fully equipped kitchen and the scenic views, making it a preferred choice for a comfortable and enjoyable stay.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.
“Beautiful cottage. We loved the cows. The bread,butter and milk that was provided were delicious,thank you so much.
The hot tub was also a treat.
Would definitely recommend it to everyone.”
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Walbrugh
South Africa
“Loved all the facilities/appliances, especially the electric blankets on all the beds. Everything was new, spotless & pristine.”
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Elsa
South Africa
“A wonderful cottage,perfect location.Kitchen stocked with all essentials and more! Fresh creamy milk was the best”
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Alison
China
“Beautiful house and great views. Dam nearby, mountains in the distance”
Sarah-jane
South Africa
“The house was beautiful, from the furnishings to the location it was all stunning! Elzette was excellent with communication and made sure we were comfortable. Thank you.”
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Susan
South Africa
“Melkhout is set in a beautiful location on a dairy farm but you have full privacy without any disturbances. It was fully fitted out with everything you need for a hassle free breakaway. Love the little touches of farm produce in the cottage from...”
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Grace
Netherlands
“The cottage was absolutely lovely decorated, clean, and with the most beautiful views!”
Leanne
South Africa
“Beautifully kept. Everything you need is here. Secure garden and loved the hot tub and sitting under the huge pepper trees. The sounds of the Jersey cows are so peaceful and they are wonderful to watch.”
Lynette
South Africa
“Too many to mention. The fresh milk and butter in the fridge.
Bread and eggs on the kitchen table upon arrival.
Beautiful linens and towels. An extremely peaceful and relaxing country stay.”
Bremner
United Kingdom
“Just lovely and well presented the bathroom the kitchen the bed all were great”
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.
Hosted by Elzette
9.4
9.4
Host review score
Host review score
Elzette
Relax with the whole family at this peaceful place to stay.
Melkhout Farm Cottage is situated on a working dairy farm next to the Breede River; 10km from Bonnievale and 20km from Swellendam with about 4km gravel road.
The Cottage offers mountain views, bird watching, river rafting and fishing.
Popular mountain bike and hiking trails in Swellendam Marloth Trails. Wine tasting route around Bonnievale & Robertson. Jan Harmsgat restaurant and farmstalls close for an outing with the family. 5km from Joubersdal Country Estate Venue.
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,English
Property surroundings
Facilities of Melkhout Farm Cottage
Great facilities! Review score, 9.9
Most popular facilities
Free parking
Non-smoking rooms
Free WiFi
Family rooms
House rules
Melkhout Farm Cottage takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
Available 24 hours
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 09:30 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
Please inform Melkhout Farm Cottage 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.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
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