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Prince Albert

where to stay: self-catering accommodation R260+ pppn

 ATM: next to ABSA. Cash can be drawn over the counter on some bank cards at the OK SUPERMARKET

all accommodation in descending price order

Pet-friendly accommodation indicated by  

 

Amy's Place   R 460.00 pppn (peak season)

to R 260.00 pppn (low season) 

103 Mark Street  

Luxurious self-catering accommodation for up to 6 guests.

 

Contact Steve Winks:

E-mail: steve.winks@swac.co.za

Tel: +27 (0)11 728 2586

Fax: +27 (0)86 599 2182

Mobile : +27 (0)82 459-2625

or Di Freemantle:

Tel: +27 (0)23 541-1215

Mobile +27 (0)82 422-8502 


Hosts Di, Pandora and Steve welcome you to this peaceful haven on the edge of Prince Albert

 

Amy's Place offers three double bedrooms, main-en-suite with bath and shower. Large, spacious living areas, a well-equipped kitchen, dining area and scullery ensure relaxed living. The wide patio, looking towards the Swartberg mountains, is the perfect place for sun-downers and breakfasts! We have been awarded a 4 Star Grading in the Self Catering category by the TGCSA and AA Superior by AA Travel.

 

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African Relish Deurdrift Semi's

R450 per person per day sharing

R550 single supplement

Luxurious self-catering accommodation 

in Deurdrift Street.

 

Two semi-detached Karoo Cottages offering luxurious accommodation in air-conditioned comfort.  Each cottage sleeps two in a spacious double bedroom with en-suite bathroom and offers a sitting room and fully equipped kitchen catering for your every need.  Enjoy the private garden and outdoor living area.  Off street parking available for your convenience. 

For reservations contact:

Virna Gouws at African Relish

Tel:  023 541-1381

Cell:  072 582 8749

E-mail:  virna@africanrelish.com

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African Relish Cottages - self-catering cottages

Akkedis: R1250 per day for the cottage (sleeps 4)

Doringbos: R450 per person per day sharing

                       R550 single supplement

For reservations contact:

Virna Gouws at African Relish

Tel:  023 541-1381

Cell:  072 582 8749

E-mail:  virna@africanrelish.com

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Akkedis

 

34 Devenish Street - Quietness - Privacy - Space - Two typical  Karoo cottages, sleeping 2 to 4 guests, surrounded by indigenous veld  and located in the most quiet corner of Prince Albert .

Akkedis Sleeps 4 in one double bedroom-en-suite plus twin room and 2nd bathroom. Large open fireplace.

Doringbos Sleeps 2  in one king-size double-en-s uiteroom which can be made up as a twin room. Lounge with fireplace and air-con. 

Both cottages have large stoeps for outdoor living, reeded ceilings and elegantly simple interiors. They share a pool. Full self-catering with linen and towels provided. tea, coffee and rusks included.

 

 

 

               

Doringbos

Chapel / Meditation Room: A chapel/meditation room on the premises is open to all guests and is ideal for private retreats, use the cushions or sit in a chair, light a candle, burn some incense and open up to the possibility of new insights.

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The Artist's Cottage  luxury self-catering for two. Minimum stay 2 nights, also available for weekly rentals.

Rates 2011:  

R430 p.p. per night sharing, minimum 2 nights

R450 per night single supplement

Longer stays: please enquire for special rates

Conditions:

50% deposit on confirmation of booking. The remaining 50% rental fee is paid before or on departure. No credit card facilities currently available.  Sorry, no pets.

Cancellations:

0 - 7  days prior forfeit the deposit, 

7 - 14 days prior forfeit 50% of the deposit.

Tel: +27 (0) 23 5411 046   /   +27 (0)82 710 5909

e-mail:  info@artistcottages.com

Your host: artist and designer in residence: Sally Arnold    

The 4 star luxury self-catering Artist’s Cottage offers a fully equipped vintage kitchen, a cosy lounge/dining room, adjoining ensuite bedroom with king-sized bed, aircon/heating, mosquito net and hanging storage space, leading onto the garden terrace.

 

A health breakfast is included. Perfect for one - two adults on a country and/or spiritual retreat.   

 

Italian, French, German and Afrikaans spoken.

 

DVD library with international art movies   

Kitchen with all appliances 

Fridge/freezer, microwave, Dover wood stove

Aircon/heating

Courtyard garden & shared swimming pool

Two outdoor terraces

Braai/barbecue

Safe street parking

A maid will service the cottage and provide a  laundry service at an extra charge upon request

Click here for more information and photographs or go to www.artistcottages.com

 

Cactus Blue Cottages

2 luxurious self-catering cottages 

for 3 couples

Rates per day to April 2011

1 person   2 persons 3 persons   4 persons 5 persons 6 persons
R800.00  R950.00   R1200.00 R1400.00 R1600.00  R1800.00

Special: 3 nights or more 15% discount. 

Longer Stays: Please enquire for rates.   

Contact: Jo Sinfield

email: bandoola@mweb.co.za

tel. local 072 464 1240

tel. int. +27 72 464 1240

skype username : skypesinfield

Simple and restful living in an informal tranquil oasis. Recently refurbished and landscaped, Cactus Blue is designed to accommodate three couples or a small family with older children, in two separate cottages.

The larger cottage has three spacious en-suite bedrooms. The master bedroom in the main cottage opens, through French doors, onto a shared terrace with the other double room with two single beds. It is also connected to the study and main open plan living area. The separate self-contained cottage opens onto the garden and swimming pool. There are fans in all rooms.

The simple kitchen is open-plan to the spacious double volume dining area and living room. Large industrial windows and doors lead out to the bamboo covered verandah, water feature, day bed, garden and pool. 

Perfect, three star, barefoot living ...

DVD player for music and cosy matinees

DVD library with yummy classic movies and documentaries... and a horror!

Kitchen with appliances (mini-kitchen in small cottage)

Fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine

Large open wood fireplace in main cottage and woodburner in small cottage

Private garden & stargazing swimming pool

Covered outdoor living area

Braai/barbecue

Secure off-street parking

Fans in bedrooms 

Stargazing sleeping deck 

A maid will service the house at an extra charge upon request.

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Karoo View Cottages

LUXURIOUS 4 STAR SELF CATERING ACCOMMODATION

including health breakfast provisions supplied daily. 

JULIE & RICHARD would like to welcome you, your family and friends to their

KAROO VIEW COTTAGES.

Luxurious 4 star self catering accommodation

In the heart of the Karoo, Prince Albert , Western Cape.

Our 4 cottages are uniquely positioned on an elevated koppie

With magnificent views of the village and Swartberg Pass,

350m off the main street and only 4.5 hours from Cape Town .

 Relax and unwind after your travels, with a sun downer on your private stoep or our boma overlooking the village, whilst watching the moon rising over the Swartberg, and relishing in the peace and tranquillity that surrounds you as the night sky draws your eye to the heavens as the sun sets.  

Wake up and enjoy your provided health breakfast provisions on your stoep, shared with Familiar Chats, Cape Buntings and various sunbirds, as well as being in the enviable position to watch the sun rising up over the Swartberg whilst listening for the call of owls before dawn.  

"The name KAROO VIEW says it all"

A true Karoo Destination

which we don't want to keep to ourselves

as we would love to share our dream with you which we live each day!

 We offer you luxurious self-catering accommodation in modern Karoo style cottages, with lots of extras, attention to detail, as your comfort is our priority.

Choose from our Kanon, Ferox, Krans or Striata Suites, each measuring 72sqm, with beautiful double volume natural reed ceilings, large window views, and individually decorated to compliment your surroundings.

 * Various bed sizes - double, queen, king, twin extra length and extra length singles available

* Crisp, white 200 thread count poly cotton percale linen with loads of pillows

* All weather duvet inners, oversized and anti-allergenic, encased in 100% cotton percale

* 100% Cotton cellular blankets and bed throws and electric blankets with individual controls

* Airy mosquito nets ensure you of a peaceful night sleep - Mozzie sprays and coils provided

* Remote controlled Hot/Cold Air conditioners enable ambient temperatures

* Large Karoo fireplaces - with complimentary firewood and firelighters

* Vanity area with good lighting, mirrors, hairdryer and lots of hanging space and extra hangers

* Electronic safe, flat screen TV as well as use of DVD player on request

* Lounge and dining areas with cosy, comfortable, ample seating 

* Full size kitchens, fully equipped with 4 plate gas hob, electric oven, microwave, fridge/freezer and loads more in your 'home from home' kitchen. 2 with dishwashers

* Tiled bathrooms with baths, his and hers vanities, showers, trigger showers, heaters, shaver points

* Fluffy bath sheets, hand towels, bath robes and beautiful Karoo Olive bathroom products, and more

* 2 with easy access, wheelchair friendly, with grab rails in the showers and toilet area, as well as a modern fold down chair.

Each has its own private entrance and Karoo Stoep, from which to enjoy your unique view. Offering you your choice of relaxation, as well as direct access to the natural indigenous gardens, leading you to the stone boma, complete with stone fireplace, braai facilities, including all braai utensils, firewood, and chimineya to huddle around, as well as 3  private braai and viewing areas, all individually designed to blend into the natural vegetation. Cuddle puddle, umbrellas and pool lounger, from which you can laze away in the glory of the Karoo day.

Covered, sheltered, secure, off street parking as well as extra parking available for your trailer, boat, caravan with over-night plug-in facilities.

We run specials throughout the year

please refer to our website for further details.  

from R380.00 pppns

R150.00 pppns - R180.00 pppns Children < 12 years sharing same suite as adult

R250.00 pppns Children > 12 years sharing same suite as adult

Single supplement rates upon request

Pensioners > 65 years Special rate R320.00 pppns - R350.00 pppns

including Health breakfast provisions which are supplied daily and all the firewood that you need, as well as electric blankets and air conditioner with heat control.  

Pet friendly, by prior arrangement 

All rates include HEALTHY BREAKFAST PROVISIONS and your FIREWOODA Cot with Percale linen is available upon request, as well as additional beds. Cottages serviced daily.

  KAROO VIEW VALENTINE SPECIAL:

Why not spoil your loved one during the Romantic month of February

Stay for 3 nights and get your 4th night free, including special goodies

(To receive these specials, you must quote KV Specials on your enquiry. Not applicable during peak periods, school holidays and long weekends)

 Rates are subject to change without notice

 We invite you to look at our website www.karooview.co.za

or alternatively you are welcome to contact us directly:

email: julie@karooview.co.za

tel: +27 (0) 23541 1929

cell: +27 (0) 82 882 5342

 GPS:  33o13'08.60" S 22o01'26.09" E

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Lah-Di-Dah Petit   


R350 per person per night -  including breakfast (double) 

R380 single per night - including breakfast.

The unit can sleep two people.

Tel/fax:  023 5411 846

Cell: 082 853 6661

e-mail:  yvettebreedt@mweb.co.za

Your hosts: Johnny and Yvette Breedt


The cottage has a main open plan area comprising of a lounge, dining room and kitchenette. The comfortable lounge is air conditioned and has a flat screen TV with DSTV bouquet (35 TV, 10 Music & 30 Radio). The dining area can seat six people and has views of the dam. The kitchenette is set up for self catering, with crockery, cutlery, cooking utensils, stove, microwave and fridge/freezer.

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Repos Trouve  20 Nuwe Street 

R300 per person sharing, 

R150 per child under the age of 12.

R500 single supplement.  

Optional extras include daily servicing at an additional R100 per day and/or breakfast at Dennehof at R50 p.p.

Sleeps up to six guests

Contact person for bookings: Diane Hounsom 

Tel: 023 541-1183 

Cell: 071 675 0898 

e-mail dihomedecor@yahoo.com

website: www.dennehof.co.za/NuweStraat.html

Hidden away in Nuwe Street, Prince Albert, is a gem of a True Karoo cottage that offers authentic self catering accommodation with a Karoo/French Provencal ambience. Once forgotten by the world, this home has been revived and its wonderful character has been brought back to life.

The style of the cottage is based on an old French phrase, “Repos Trouve” which means, “True place of Rest”. The main bedroom leads out onto the spacious, shaded farmstyle stoep where one can easily laze around for hours gazing at the Swartberg Mountains or even enjoy alfresco dinners. Two other bedrooms, each with their own unique charm, offer an abundance of space. All the bedrooms have overhead fans and mosquito nets. There are two bathrooms, linen and towels are provided.

During cold winter evenings, curl up on the couch in front of an open fireplace in the snuggery (wood supplied) or relax with a book in the cosy reading room. Chill out in the lounge/dining room or master those cooking skills in an authentic karoo kitchen which is fully equipped with a 4 plate stove/oven, microwave and fridge/freezer. You will find tea, coffee, milk and rusks on arrival.

The private garden has a splash pool, braai/barbeque area and secure off-street parking. 

  Victoria Room

Saxe-Coburg Lodge  R300 per person per day.  Single on request.

Tel: 023 5411 267

e-mail:  saxecoburg@worldonline.co.za

Your hosts:  Regina & Richard Billiet

 pet friendly - please chat to us if you wish to bring a pet to visit.

Dick and Regina welcome  you to their historical Victorian/Karoo guesthouse (circa 1865).which has 6 luxury air-conditioned bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, private entrances/patios, tea and coffee trays, safes, overhead fans, heaters, hairdryers, pure cotton linen, electric blankets, Satellite Television and Bar fridges and complementary sherry.

The five garden bedrooms have spectacular views of the Swartberg Mountains.  The Honeymoon suite has a Spa bath.  

Our two bed roomed one bathroom family flat with lounge and a most unusual private bar displaying Boer war memorabilia. Private patio and Barbeque facility.  

A full English, Continental and Health breakfast is served under the vines on the patio or in the spacious Victorian dining room.  

The Residents lounge in the main building has a reference library.  

Guest can relax in our park like garden with Swimming pool and stunning views of the nearby Swartberg Mountains .  

Laundry, fax and e-mail service.  Safe off road parking.  

Local and South African history a speciality.  

Situated centrally, we are within walking distance to all the restaurants and places of interest.  

We are keen hikers and know the surrounding mountains intimately. We will guide guests on request.  

Portfolio accredited

 

German and French spoken.  For more information please visit our Web-site at www.saxecoburg.co.za  

Rates are subject to change without prior notice.

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Brakdakkie Guest Cottages   

R295 pppn (R395 single) which includes a light breakfast of cereals, yoghurt, tea, coffee, milk and rusks

Certain peak season rates apply - please ask for a quote when making a reservation.

Tel:   079 1853554 or 

E-mail: brakdakkie@gmail.com

Your hosts:  Lance and Kerri Speirs

Take a step back in time in this uniquely restored 1850 Karoo barn.

Filled with treasures from years gone by, Brakdakkie is the authentic Karoo experience. Both cottages offer spectacular Karoo views, luxurious linen, private entrances and courtyards and self-catering facilities.

Brakdakkie is situated on the original farm Sonskyn, where today you can enjoy the pleasures of seasonal berry, fruit and vegetable picking. Relax in a rural setting, while still being centrally located, within walking distance of all shops and restaurants.

Brakdakkie has two cottages, each with its own unique flavour, and we take great delight in sharing our passion for Karoo decor and design with our guests. Each cottage has an en-suite bathroom, one with a shower and the other with a Victorian bath. Or for something totally different our tree shower offers a unique experience, especially by candlelight.

Enjoy a good night's rest on crisp white cotton-percale linen, with heaters, blankets and hot water bottles for the chilly winter evenings, and fans for the hot summer nights. There are braai facilities for both cottages, and in the event you arrive late and unprepared, we offer braai baskets as an optional extra. Each kitchenette has self-catering facilities with fridge, kettle and toaster. Tea, coffee, milk and homemade rusks are supplied. There's a splash pool for hot Karoo days and star-filled evenings!

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Observatory House    R290 per person per day (for  up to 2 folks) R240 per person per day  (for 3 or 4 folks) R320 per day single. Weekly rates - contact Trevor. Self-catering, sleeps four. Children's rates on application.

  

Telephone:        023 541-1079

Cell:                 082 490 9068

E-mail:              dean.princealbert@telkomsa.net

Owned by the Gardners, managed by Joan & Trevor Dean

3 Mark Street - Old Karoo Cottage, beautifully renovated consists of 2 bedrooms.  Main bedroom has a double four poster bed with full en-suite bathroom and guest room has 2 single beds with a separate bathroom with shower.  The bedrooms have aircon, heaters and fans.  There is a fireplace for those chilly cold winter nights and a covered stoep with braai for those long summer evenings.  Relax next to the splash pool on lounging chairs and soak up the Karoo sun.  Secure off street parking. 

 

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Kelby-Creek Cottages 

R280 per person per night sharing, 

R320 single supplement, 

R150 children under 12, 

Children 0-2 years old - no charge

Tel: 082-474-0747

Fax: 086-767-0179

e-mail: kelbycreekcottages@webmail.co.za

Your host: Wida-mari

Situated 4km out of town on the Zeekoeigat gravel road. Two newly built, fully equipped self-catering cottages with spectacular sundown views.

Each Cottage consist of 3 bedrooms, bathroom  and open plan living area and kitchen with heating panels. Two Bedrooms  with 2 single beds each and one bedroom with double bed. Baby cot can be provided. Braai area.   Firewood, Ice, Tea/Coffee, Sugar, Milk and Rusks included.

Things to do on the farm:  Birdwatching, hiking, spectacular Karoo veld photographraphy opportunities, etc

At additional costs:  Game drives, Sundowners at main house with spectacular views and Ladies - LaVida BeautySpa treatments. Click here for more information.

 

Vergeet-My-Niet Guest Cottage 

R275 - R330 p.p.p.n. sharing, depending on the season. Self-catering

Tel:   023 5411 069

e-mail:   vergeetmyni@mweb.co.za

Your hosts:  Pam & Louis Wessels

Karoo-style cottage surrounded by orchards on a small holding. Fully equipped and tastefully furnished. Spacious three bedroomed cottage with ceiling fans and mosquito nets. Two bathrooms. Swimming pool. Cosy fireplace for winter. Off street parking. Braai facilities and wood provided. Generous breakfast supplies. DSTV. The cottage is let as a unit. Sleeps 6.

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