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Located 14 km from Oudtshoorn, De Opstal Country Lodge offers accommodation in a restored farm building, originally built in 1860. It features a swimming pool surrounded by landscaped gardens and views of the surrounding mountains. Each of the rooms at De Opstal are air-conditioned and equipped with a satellite TV, fireplace, and tea-and-coffee-making facilities. They each have an en suite bathroom. De Opstal Restaurant serves a continental and hot breakfast in the morning, and dinners in the evening make use of regional produce of the Little Karoo. The property also features a shared lounge and bar area, and free WiFi is provided throughout. Tours to a working ostrich farm and meerkat colony are offered by the property. Nearby points of interest include Cango Caves, Cango Crocodile Ranch, Cango Ostrich Show Farm, Karusa Wine Farm and the Swartberg Mountain Pass.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Buffet

Free parking available at the hotel


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
or
1 single bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
9.3
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
10
High score for Oudtshoorn
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Harrison
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely staff, made to feel wonderfully welcome. Lovely grounds. Gorgeous room. Would highly recommend
  • Amanda
    South Africa South Africa
    Anl oasis where the hosts make you feel welcome.The cottage was beautiful and spacious for the three of us. We enjoyed a delicious breakfast. The gardens are lovely and peaceful, and the pool is well taken care of and inviting.
  • Alastair
    South Africa South Africa
    De Opstal was an amazing place to stay, close to all attractions in Oudtshoorn. The hospitality was amazing, excellent rooms, great breakfast in an amazing setting.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      Local • South African
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Traditional

Facilities of De Opstal Country Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Children's high chair
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Darts
Living Area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Luggage storage
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Babysitting/child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shuttle service
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Packed lunches
  • Chapel/shrine
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Wellness
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Languages spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English
  • Dutch

House rules

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Check-in

From 14:00 to 21:00

Check-out

From 09:00 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 room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

FAQs about De Opstal Country Lodge

  • De Opstal Country Lodge is 6.8 miles from the centre of Oudtshoorn. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at De Opstal Country Lodge is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Guests staying at De Opstal Country Lodge can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Gluten-free
    • Buffet

  • De Opstal Country Lodge has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1

  • The prices at De Opstal Country Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Yes, De Opstal Country Lodge is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Room options at De Opstal Country Lodge include:

    • Twin/Double
    • Triple

  • De Opstal Country Lodge offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Darts
    • Live sport events (broadcast)
    • Horse riding
    • Swimming Pool
    • Bicycle rental