Situated in Witsand, River View Cottage - at the Breede - Load-shedding Free features accommodation with a pool with a view, a patio and garden views. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 2.6 km from Witsand Beach. The spacious apartment has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with river views. Guests can take in the ambience of the surroundings from an outdoor dining area or keep themselves warm by the fireplace on colder days. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Guests are welcome to eat in the on-site restaurant, which is open for dinner, brunch, cocktails and high tea. Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Witsand, like fishing and hiking. Guests can also warm themselves near outdoor fireplace after a day of cycling. Star Nation Art Studio is 39 km from River View Cottage - at the Breede - Load-shedding Free.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
2 single beds
Bedroom 2:
1 double bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
8.8
Location
8.9
Free WiFi
10
High score for Witsand
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  • Fpalm
    South Africa South Africa
    The cottage is spacious, safe and has secure parking. Beds and linen are very comfortable, the shower is good, cable TV and internet work fine. Two bedrooms and two bathrooms with enough space for a family of four, with an additional day bed in...
  • Sue
    South Africa South Africa
    It was a beautiful self catering two bedroom cottage, within a secure complex, that had everything, The parking was secure, the view spectacular and the accommodation itself exceeded our expectations. There is a swimming pool, and a restaurant...
  • V
    Venette
    South Africa South Africa
    Friendly service, the unit was clean, beds comfortable.
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 Aissa Parenti

9.3
9.3
Host review score
Host review score

Aissa Parenti
River View Cottage offers access to the unspoilt paradise that is Witsand. The beautiful Breede River Fishing Resort and Lodge is truly unique in style and architecture. The Cottage is set towards to edge of the resort offering quick access to the restaurant and the River banks. Private parking is just inside the gates right outside the unit. The cottage has two bedrooms, a main bedroom with a Queen size bed with glass sliding doors leading onto a front facing river view patio, Wifi is included too. A steep wooden staircase leads upstairs to the loft bedroom with a skylight with a view of the River and two comfy single beds. Please note: Guests need to be able to climb stairs to sleep in the loft bedroom - able bodied guests will have no problem with the steps even though they are steep! The open plan kitchen is fully equipped and the lounge area has comfy seating with glass sliding doors that lead onto patio with some views of the river. The lounge has comfy seating, colour TV with selected DSTV channels and a lovely fireplace for cozy winter nights. Relax on the patio chairs watch the river views and listen to the beautiful birdsong provided by a multitude of birds.
Aissa lives in Cape Town and fell in love with Witsand on a weekend away. River View Cottage was a great addition to her guesthouse portfolio in Cape Town which she has run for the last 29 years. Therese and her team manage the Cottage and do the check-ins and outs in Witsand !
Witsand is situated on the Southern coast of the Western Cape Province of South Africa. Witsand is well – known as the “Whale Nursery of South Africa” and is a popular, tranquil seaside resort town with unspoilt beaches and a small harbour. Witsand is situated at the mouth of the Breede River, 300km from Cape Town along the Garden Route, making it the perfect halfway stop between Cape Town and Knysna. Take the turnoff just outside Heidelberg on the N2 and drive 37km along a tarred road to the town of Witsand. Being the “Whale Nursery of South Africa”, Witsand offers fantastic whale watching opportunities! This area has the largest concentration of Southern Right whales to be found in a single bay – every year between July and November. Witsand boasts the first Whale Watching Tower on the Garden Route. Land based whale watching is also great with over a 100 whales in the bay in one day, sometimes as close as 100 metres from the shore! Other activities in Witsand include the fishing along the Breede River as well as rock fishing along the beach. Water sports such as swimming, surfing, windsurfing, river cruises, canoeing, sailing, spear-fishing, snorkeling and skiing can all be enjoyed. Water-skiing on the Breede River is allowed beyond the 5D-mark, where the Slang River flows into the Breede River, towards Malgas. There are some fine restaurants where visitors can enjoy a tasty meal or catch of the day! THINGS TO DO IN WITSAND Cruises / Fishing / Sports & Leisure. Sea Cruises & Fishing Trips. … Beaches & Pools. Visit Witsand Beach. … Hiking Trails. De Hoop Vlei Trail. … Whale Watching. The Whale Nursery of the Western Cape – Whale Watching from Witsand to Cape Agulhas. … Scenic Drives / Sight Seeing. … Sports & Leisure / Water Sports./ Kite Surfing … Cafés & Eateries. … 4×4 Trails.
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,English

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Pili Pili
    • Cuisine
      Pizza • Seafood • Steakhouse • Local • South African
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour

Facilities of River View Cottage - at the Breede - Load-shedding Free
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Beachfront
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).
    Internet
    Fast free WiFi 53 Mbps. Suitable for streaming 4K content and making video calls on multiple devices. Speed test carried out by the host.
    Kitchen
    • Dining table
    • Cleaning products
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    • Wardrobe or closet
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Additional toilet
    • Bath or shower
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Hairdryer
    • Bath
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Fireplace
    • Seating Area
    • Desk
    Media & Technology
    • iPod dock
    • Flat-screen TV
    • Cable channels
    • Satellite channels
    • Radio
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Socket near the bed
    • Drying rack for clothing
    • Fold-up bed
    • Clothes rack
    • Tile/marble floor
    • Private entrance
    • Carpeted
    • Fan
    Outdoors
    • Outdoor fireplace
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Beachfront
    • Outdoor dining area
    • Sun terrace
    • Barbecue
    • BBQ facilities
    • Patio
    • Balcony
    • Terrace
    • Garden
    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!
    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Pool with view
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    • Fence around pool
    Wellness
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    Food & Drink
    • Bar
    • Restaurant
    Activities
    • Live sport events (broadcast)
      Off-site
    • Live music/performance
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Happy hour
      Additional charge
    • Beach
    • Horse riding
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Bowling
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Cycling
      Off-site
    • Hiking
      Off-site
    • Canoeing
      Additional charge
    • Windsurfing
      Additional charge
    • Fishing
    Outdoor & View
    • River view
    • Garden view
    • View
    Building characteristics
    • Semi-detached
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    • Private check-in/check-out
    Entertainment and family services
    • Board games/puzzles
    • Board games/puzzles
    Miscellaneous
    • Pet bowls
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    Languages spoken
    • Afrikaans
    • English

    House rules

    River View Cottage - at the Breede - Load-shedding Free takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 14:00 to 19:00

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

    Check-out

    From 08:00 to 10:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to apartment 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.

    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

    3 - 9 years
    Extra bed upon request
    ZAR 200 per child, per night

    Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    There are no cots available at this property.

    All extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction

    There is no age requirement for check-in

    Payments by Booking.com

    Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Quiet hours

    Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 07:00.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

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

    Please note there are steep steps up to the top loft bedroom, they will not be a problem for able bodied guests but not ideal for the elderly or very young children.

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform River View Cottage - at the Breede - Load-shedding Free 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.

    Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    Dear Visitor, this region is currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties are subject to comply with local water usage restrictions.

    Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

    Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

    FAQs about River View Cottage - at the Breede - Load-shedding Free

    • Check-in at River View Cottage - at the Breede - Load-shedding Free 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.

    • River View Cottage - at the Breede - Load-shedding Free has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 2 bedrooms

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • River View Cottage - at the Breede - Load-shedding Free has 1 restaurant:

      • Pili Pili

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at River View Cottage - at the Breede - Load-shedding Free on this page.

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at River View Cottage - at the Breede - Load-shedding Free on this page.

    • River View Cottage - at the Breede - Load-shedding Free offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Bowling
      • Fishing
      • Canoeing
      • Windsurfing
      • Beachfront
      • Horse riding
      • Live sport events (broadcast)
      • Happy hour
      • Beach
      • Live music/performance
      • Swimming Pool

    • River View Cottage - at the Breede - Load-shedding Free can accommodate the following group size:

      • 4 guests

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Yes, River View Cottage - at the Breede - Load-shedding Free is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • River View Cottage - at the Breede - Load-shedding Free is 1.1 miles from the centre of Witsand. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at River View Cottage - at the Breede - Load-shedding Free may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.