A recently renovated holiday home in Velddrif, The Boathouse offers outdoor fireplace, private parking and sports facilities. The property features garden views and is 45 km from Columbine Nature Reserve and 700 metres from Port Owen Yacht Club. The property is non-smoking and is situated 25 km from Rocherpan Nature Reserve. The spacious holiday home has 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower. There is also a seating area and a fireplace. There is a garden with a barbecue at this property and guests can go fishing and canoeing nearby. Bergriver Golf Course is 2.3 km from the holiday home, while Vredenburg Golf Course is 24 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cape Town International Airport, 156 km from The Boathouse.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
2 single beds
and
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
8.1
Cleanliness
10
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
9.7
Location
9.4
High score for Velddrif
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  • De
    South Africa South Africa
    Tha location was great, proximity to the river. Great facilities, dishwasher, washing machine, inside braai, games, security, parking. André was an amazing host, gave us lots of information well in advance. Always following up on our stay...
  • E
    South Africa South Africa
    We had an incredible weekend at The Boathouse! The house is absolutely beautiful, offering a perfect blend of comfort and charm. The highlight for us was the fantastic bonfire spot, where we enjoyed a memorable evening under the stars. The private...
  • Paul
    South Africa South Africa
    Excellent braai facility, very spacious safe accommodation. Everything you need is there no need to take anything just yourself.
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by André

9.6
9.6
Host review score
Host review score

André
Rented as a whole, The Boathouse comfortably sleeps up to 6 guests in the loft area. Privacy and ample space is provided on this fully walled corner plot. Access the Berg River quickly through a security gate. The living room, kitchen and dining areas are spacious and open plan with a large inside braai. Enjoy unforgettable evenings at the outside boma nestled under a huge Eucalyptus tree. Your precious pets are welcome and safe. Spectacular river sunsets will be remembered for a very long time.
We are always excited and look forward to visiting The Boathouse. Breaking away from the busy city life to relax as family or friends is just what we need to energize again. We love the privacy as the property is fully walled and also take our pet children with us as there are no escape routes. Spending quality time with each other around the boma or inside is always a pleasure. We love all the things we can do in town like visiting restaurants, local pubs, listening to live music, visiting local stores, spending time at the river, time at the beach or just taking a short drive out to the surrounding towns. The people of the town are very friendly and helpful and we believe this town is one of the last true West Coast settings as it is not as commercialized as yet. We want our guests to enjoy themselves, so we are always available to contact by phone should anything be needed. We hope that our guests will share the love we have for The Boathouse, surroundings and town.
The Boathouse is situated in a very quiet street. An alley next to the house leads to the river. Guests have access to the alley through a security gate at the back of the house. Guests also have access to a private shared jetty and will receive an access key. The neighbors are quite far from the living areas adding to privacy experienced by guests. Guests will often hear the boats on the river, but seldom the noise of cars passing the house. Parking is private and secure inside the corner plot. Ample parking space is available. Entrance to the street is through an electronic sliding gate.
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,English

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Boathouse
Great facilities! Review score, 8.1

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    No internet access available.
    Kitchen
    • Dining table
    • Toaster
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Washing machine
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    • Wardrobe or closet
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Additional toilet
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Fireplace
    • Seating Area
    Media & Technology
    • Flat-screen TV
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Socket near the bed
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Tile/marble floor
    • Private entrance
    • Fan
    • Iron
    Pets
    Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
    Outdoors
    • Outdoor fireplace
    • BBQ facilities
    • Garden
    Activities
    • Beach
    • Canoeing
      Off-site
    • Darts
    • Fishing
      Off-site
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
      Additional charge
    Outdoor & View
    • Garden view
    Building characteristics
    • Detached
    Reception services
    • Private check-in/check-out
    Entertainment and family services
    • Board games/puzzles
    • Board games/puzzles
    Miscellaneous
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Safety & security
    • Security alarm
    Languages spoken
    • Afrikaans
    • English

    Property practice

    This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

    House rules

    The Boathouse takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 16:00 to 19:00

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

    Check-out

    From 11:00 to 11:30

     

    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.

    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

    No cots or extra beds are available.

    No age restriction

    There is no age requirement for check-in


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Quiet hours

    Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 07:00.

    Pets

    Free! Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

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

    Please inform The Boathouse 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.

    Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.

    Legal information

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

    FAQs about The Boathouse

    • The Boathouse is 1.7 miles from the centre of Velddrif. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The Boathouse offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Fishing
      • Canoeing
      • Darts
      • Golf course (within 3 km)
      • Beach

    • The Boathouse has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 2 bedrooms

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

    • Yes, The Boathouse is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Check-in at The Boathouse is from 16:00, and check-out is until 11:30.

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

    • The Boathouse can accommodate the following group size:

      • 6 guests

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