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Perfectly positioned halfway between Cape Town and the Garden Route is Swellendam, in the heart of the Robertson Valley wine producing area.
Although many people tend to use Swellendam as a convenient one-night stop over en-route to and from Cape Town and the Garden Route, it really is worthy of a longer stay.
With the Robertson Valley wine route to explore, the nearby beautiful De Hoop Nature Reserve, and the many fine restaurants in the town itself, if you only stay for one night you may leave feeling frustrated that you have not had time to enjoy the surrounding area.
Swellendam is steeped in a fascinating and rebellious past, and is the third oldest town in South Africa.
In 1795, Swellendam declared itself a free Republic and became one of the capitals of the world for a brief moment in time, until the British occupation of the Cape a few weeks later brought the short-lived Republic to an end.
Swellendam was settled by artisans, traders and wagon-makers and by the mid-19th Century, Swellendam was a thriving metropolis.
One of the oldest surviving buildings in the town is the Drostdy, built in 1747 as the official residence and seat of the magistrate. Today, this charming old building is a wonderful example of Cape Dutch architecture, and is a leading historical museum complex and restaurant.
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The Hideaway, Swellendam
Guest House / B&B
In a peaceful garden setting, Adin and Sharon's Hideaway offers 3 large and individually themed rooms, each furnished with fine handcrafted furniture and antiques. The rooms are all named after popular roses, a reference to the hundreds of rose bushes that fill the garden setting.
Bloomestate, Swellendam
Lodge / Inn
At Bloomestate, guests can be sure of a warm welcome and superb accommodation. The 7 bright, spacious and individually decorated modern rooms all have a TV and a mini bar, a large en-suite bathroom, and open onto the landscaped gardens with a heated saltwater swimming pool.
Rothman Manor, Swellendam
Guest House / B&B
Rothman Manor is a beautiful Cape Dutch style guest house located on a private estate in the historic town of Swellendam. The estate with its 3.
Jan Harmsgat Country House, Near Swellendam
Guest House / B&B
Jan Harmsgat Country House offers guests understated elegance and comfort. The original slave quarters have been refurbished, and are now home to 4 spacious and well-appointed en-suite rooms.
Klippe Rivier, Swellendam
Country House
Klippe Rivier Country House is a magnificent Cape Dutch homestead dating back to 1825, located on in a peaceful setting, surrounded by orchards, vineyards and farmland. The original 'Waenhuis' and stables have been converted into 6 luxurious rooms.
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