About this property

Elegant Accommodation: The Cottage 39 Steyn in Barrydale offers a villa with one bedroom and a living room. Guests enjoy a swimming pool with a view, sun terrace, and a lush garden. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Comfortable Amenities: The villa features a fully equipped kitchen, private check-in and check-out services, and an outdoor fireplace. Additional amenities include a barbecue area, outdoor seating, and a hairdresser/beautician. Free on-site private parking is provided. Local Attractions: Located 36 km from Grootvadersbosch Nature Reserve and 46 km from Drostdy Museum, Star Nation Art Studio, and Swellendam Golf Course. Hiking and cycling activities are nearby. Guests appreciate the host, kitchen, and fireplace.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

  • Free private parking available on-site

Activities:

  • Tennis court

  • Hiking

  • Cycling


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Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Van
South Africa South Africa
Super host. Comfortable accommodation in nice setting close to restaurants and shops. Great break away from the hustle and bustle. Never got to use the pool but looked great.
Margrit
South Africa South Africa
We self catered but had access to basics like milk sugar jam etc
Alan
South Africa South Africa
The Cottage on Steyn is a most charming spot to stay with lots of space, great facilities, even a terrific fire for a chilly evening: and host Teri could not have been more welcoming and helpful. Thank you!
Mann
South Africa South Africa
Cool, comfortable cottage with a good view. Good linen and attentive host. Loved her dog.
Ewald
South Africa South Africa
The fireplace, enough space and bed upstairs. Our host was super and the welcome snack was appreciative
Levern
South Africa South Africa
Excellent location. Beautiful decor. Overall a very comfortable stay. Hosts were great! Cottage is wonderfully private with all the necessary amenities - microwave, gas burner, hair dryer, and a well equipped kitchen. Would very happily stay...
Broodryk
South Africa South Africa
Warm welcome. Cozy cottage. Everything you need is in place.
Sonja
South Africa South Africa
The warm welcome of Teri made us realise we have come back home. It was our second stay. From the homemade cheese straws to the delicious olives, a lovely fireplace, very comfortable bed and excellent shower- this lovely cottage offers...
Ian
South Africa South Africa
Very bright and welcoming. Simply but beautifully furnished with lovely and some quirky art. A very adequate kitchenette with everything needed to cook a great meal.
Trevor
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The property was set in a petty garden and we had use of the swimming pool. Teri, the owner, was very friendly and gave us helpful information about walking trails; she even gave us a lift to the start of one route. There are good trails in...

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 Teri Leppan

9.9
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Teri Leppan
A character cottage in a character town. Barrydale is a small country village three hours from Cape Town on the scenic R62 - the perfect stopover en route to Oudtshoorn, the world-renowned Swartberg Pass and the beautiful Garden Route. While in easy walking distance of all shops and restaurants, our self-catering cottage is perfectly situated on the edge of the village. Relax in style and enjoy traditional Karoo hospitality. The space: Wake to birdsong as the early-morning sun tints the mountains around you. Adjacent to the main house, our self-contained cottage comprises a small well-appointed kitchen open plan to dining- and living-room. Your bedroom is on a mezzanine floor above the living area. Sleep peacefully beneath a canopy of Karoo stars. A private terrace with a traditional farm-style braai/barbeque completes the picture. And on those hot summer days guests are welcome to wallow in our pool and relax in the shade of the willows.
As a film director, Teri has covered the four corners of this continent in search of the stories that make Africa unique, while Ren has trawled the markets of Africa in search of all that is beautiful. She is also an adventurous cook. While the village hosts numerous restaurants, Ren – by prior arrangement - can serve you a delicious meal on your terrace. Teri’s on hand to help you plan excursions that unearth the secrets of the Klein Karoo – from whale watching at de Hoop Nature Reserve, to exploring the world’s longest wine route - the R62. We’re available at all times to help you make the most of your stay in this unique corner of the world. You are welcome.
The village lies in a small valley surrounded by mountains whose slopes are covered in fynbos – the smallest, but the richest and most diverse, of the world’s five floral kingdoms. Discover its wonders on foot. Picnic in the nearby Tradouw Pass and swim in crystal clear mountain pools. Visit the healing hotsprings of the nearby Warmwaterberg. Walk amongst the redwoods of the Grootvadersbos Reserve. Sip wine at the renowned Joubert Tradouw estate, or sample some of the finest brandy South Africa has to offer at Barrydale Kelders. Cycle the peaceful backroads through fruit farms or challenge yourself to demanding 4x4 trails up the Langeberg Mountains. Whatever pleases you - stay a while and discover the true heart of Barrydale. Getting around: Barrydale is a tiny village, and most places you need to go are accessible on foot. Crime is a rarity - and you're safe day or night.
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,English

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House rules

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Check-in
From 15:00 to 20:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Payments by Booking.com
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform The Cottage 39 Steyn 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.