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Offering a garden and garden view, Van Den Berg's Guesthouse is situated in Bettyʼs Bay, 5.6 km from Arabella Country Estate and 11 km from Kleinmond Golf Course. Boasting full-day security, this property also provides guests with an outdoor fireplace. The guest house also features free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. All units at the guest house are fitted with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kitchenette, a dining area, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a hair dryer and free toiletries. Some units have a balcony and/or a patio with sea or mountain views. At the guest house, units have bed linen and towels. There is a coffee shop and bar. Guests at the guest house will be able to enjoy activities in and around Bettyʼs Bay, like cycling, fishing and hiking. Guests at Van Den Berg's Guesthouse can enjoy snorkelling and windsurfing nearby, or make the most of the sun terrace. Mt Hebron Nature Reserve is 23 km from the accommodation, while Howhoek Nature Reserve is 36 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cape Town International, 78 km from Van Den Berg's Guesthouse, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Free private parking available on-site


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
Bedroom :
1 large double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
Bedroom :
2 single beds
Living room:
1 sofa bed
Bedroom :
1 large double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
Bedroom :
1 large double bed
Living room:
1 sofa 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
9.8
Facilities
9.6
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.6
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
9.6
High score for Bettyʼs Bay
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See what guests loved the most:

  • John
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Safe location, easy to find and safe parking. Great hosts, really enjoyed our talk with Raul and we appreciated the advise he gave us for our trip and which routes to take for our journey around South Africa. Modern clean room with lovely bathroom...
  • Chrisesh
    Qatar Qatar
    Nice big space that was very comfortable and clean. Very nice host. Was perfect for our one night stop on the way to Cape Town.
  • Ryan
    South Africa South Africa
    Magnificent view and excellent facilities. The rooms looked and felt brand new and there was clearly lots of thought that has gone into the little details adding to a more comfortable stay.
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.

Managed by Era van den Berg

Company review score: 9.8Based on 129 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

I manage the guesthouse on a full time basis. Cleanliness and satisfying our guests by giving them a special homely and high quality environment is my greatest achievement. The area with all it's unique aspects such as the fauna of flora, especially the fynbos, is extremely important to us.

Property information

Van Den Bergs offers everything from wildlife, fynbos, to beach walks and mountain hikes. Relaxing patio views not to mention the many adventures that this region has on offer.

Neighbourhood information

The botanical garden of Harold Porter, which stretches from the mountain-top down to the sea, is known as "little Kirstenbosch" and contains some of the best examples of local fynbos, including proteas, restios and over 50 species of ericas. Only an hour's drive from Cape Town, Betty's Bay is a picturesque seaside village situated along the most scenic Clarence Drive Route (R44) between Gordon's Bay and Kleinmond. The pretty town is positioned in a narrow strip of land sandwiched between the Kogelberg Mountains and the Atlantic Ocean, and bordered by fresh water lakes and the Palmiet River. Visit Harold Porter National Botanical Garden, part of the Cape Floral Region which is a World Heritage Site. Guests can enjoy an excursion to one of only two jackass African penguin breeding colonies. Shop for local arts and crafts in Kleinmond’s famous Harbour Road and enjoy a meal at one of the many restaurants. There are great hiking trails in the Overberg Mountains, some lovely beaches and nearby vineyards which offer wine tasting. Enjoy a range of activities including motorcycle riding, water skiing and wake boarding, sand boarding, cray fishing and fishing in season.

Languages spoken

Afrikaans,English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Van Den Berg's Guesthouse
Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Pub crawls
    Additional charge
  • Temporary art galleries
    Off-site
  • Beach
  • Snorkelling
    Off-site
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Bowling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Windsurfing
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
    Additional chargeOff-site
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Blu-ray player
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • CD player
  • DVD player
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Electric blankets
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Executive lounge access
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Higher level toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
Wellness
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Languages spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

From 14:00 to 20:00

Check-out

From 08:00 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 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

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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

Please inform Van Den Berg's Guesthouse 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.

FAQs about Van Den Berg's Guesthouse

  • Van Den Berg's Guesthouse is 3.1 miles from the centre of Bettyʼs Bay. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Van Den Berg's Guesthouse include:

    • Suite

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

  • Check-in at Van Den Berg's Guesthouse is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Van Den Berg's Guesthouse offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Bowling
    • Snorkelling
    • Diving
    • Tennis court
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Windsurfing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Bike tours
    • Horse riding
    • Walking tours
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Happy hour
    • Pub crawls
    • Beach