19 Pastorie Street, 8190 Calvinia, South Africa
#5 of 12 hotels in Calvinia
Guests' ChoiceBased on 280 B&B reviews
8.9Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.3
Location
9.1
Facilities
8.9
Staff
9.7
Value for money
9.4
Free WiFi
9.1
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 20 May 2024
Etienne
South AfricaGreat location with very friendly staff and a great breakfast. Very comfortable and made it easy travelling with colleagues or family.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 15 May 2024
Mariaan
South AfricaIt was lovely! No complaints.
Beautiful old house and interior.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 10 May 2024
Claire
South AfricaThe occasional trucks going through the town on a Sunday morning
The peace and tranquility of Calvinia and the excellent hosts Marcel and Gesina.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 25 April 2024
Misha
South AfricaEverything was 💯
In one sentence everything was very good and it was more than what we expected. The love was really meet you at the frontdoor.The cleanness was do die for and the are beautiful, loving people. May God bless them and.they business.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 22 April 2024
Charlotte
South AfricaAll was good
The establishment is situated in an old historical house. The owners are warm and welcoming, th ebreakfast is a hearty home cooked meal. Lovely homemade yogurt! I had a lovely evening walk to and from the restaurant. This was a bonus after travelling all day.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 10 April 2024
Rabie
South AfricaNothing not to like.
The host was very friendly and accommodating. Rooms were clean and cozy.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 29 March 2024
Gideon
South AfricaWe appreciate the kind helpfulness of the host with our request for freezer facilities very much. The breakfast was delicious. Thank you for the special saying good bye message.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 25 March 2024
Sheila
ItalyWe had an open-air toilet in our room, which we were only advised of on our arrival. And even though there was an option of a free standing partician to separate the bedroom from the toilet, it afforded little privacy. I must make it clear that this is a preference, some might not have a problem with it.
It felt like you were in a bygone era - the house was beautiful and the owners were friendly and helpful, and the breakfast was wonderful.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 14 March 2024
Anna
South AfricaA perfect stayover on our way home to Cape Town from the Kgadigali park. Beautiful old, Victorian house, built by a Jewish family (David star in the window of the front door), very good value for money, nice, big room and an extremely helpful and nice host, who advised us to go to an excellent restaurant Die Blou Nartjie, with exquisite Karoo lamb on the menu. Certainly recommended!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 6 March 2024
Campbell
South AfricaFriendly host and very helpful. Small attention to details Had a lovely stay
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 21 February 2024
Charles
United KingdomNothing to dislike.
Fantastic hosts. Lovely room Nice swimming pool on very hot day. Great dinner recommendation by host. Tasty breakfast.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 8 February 2024
Anita
South AfricaWhat a beautiful property. It was like I took a step back in time, but it had all the luxuries. The owners are lovely and very friendly. The self catering units are well sized and very quiet.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 18 January 2024
Gardner
South AfricaHistory of house and style.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 11 January 2024
Albert
South AfricaNothing
Hosts are super!
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 3 January 2024
Le
South AfricaEverything was great.No complaints.
We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful historical house in Calvinia. The room was very comfortable and cozy, with a lovely view of the garden. The hosts were gracious and kind, and they made us feel at home. The breakfast was served in style and was exceptionally good, with fresh and local ingredients.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 1 January 2024
Ernst
South AfricaGreat location
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 30 December 2023
Niel
South Africa.
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Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 2 December 2023
Dimiter
BulgariaA house that honours its own history! And the towns'. A bath (and toilet) right in the bedroom might not match the contemporary idea of comfort, but the well restored and preserved period charm that comes with it is irresistible.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 21 November 2023
Peter
Denmarkexcellent Breakfast made to your liking, good tips for local meals and very nice host couple. Beautiful historical building with nice ambience, we would gladly have stayed for more days, to explore the local area if we have had the time.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 8 November 2023
Turner
South AfricaThe hosts went out of their way to make us feel welcome and comfortable.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 7 November 2023
Aubrey
South AfricaN/A
Private, quiet, quaint, clean, well equipped and the best hosts. You have to try Marcel’s scrambled eggs! Amazing, together with the heart engraved toast. Fine tasteful touches - Thanks!
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 3 November 2023
Jonathan
AustraliaGreat location in a quiet area of town. Lovely old cottage that has great outdoor seating for having a wine or chatting with friends. Within a two minute walk to shops as well. Very clean and everything you need for a self catering holiday
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 27 October 2023
Tom
South AfricaGreat breakfast.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 17 October 2023
Jane
South AfricaWonderful breakfast and history lesson from our friendly hosts! We enjoyed it immensely
Stayed in October 2023
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