Cypress Cottage

A charming 18th-century cottage in the quaint historic outpost of Swellendam.

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About Cypress Cottage

South Africa's unsung interior offers a raft of adventures for rambling travellers and the pretty town of Swellendam, nestling two-and-a-half hours east of Cape Town, is one such pleasure. And when you're there, Cypress Cottage, a family-owned bed and breakfast, makes the perfect stop. The cottage exemplifies the history and hospitality of towns like Swellendam, the third oldest colonial town in South Africa, and offers huge potential either as a pleasant stop-over or a destination in itself.

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From $40 person/night

Hotel

6 Rooms

Overberg, South Africa

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What you'll love

Beginning the day with a breakfast of fresh juice and coffee, fruit and eggs to order, out on the cool garden patio.

Insiders tip

A day trip to the Robertson Wine Valley, which covers the Ashton, Montagu and Bonnievale regions, is perfect for vinophiles, history-buffs and nature-lovers alike.

Something to think about

This isn't a place for glitz and glamour; instead think rustic charm, a few quirks and lovely hospitality.

The property

Built in 1796 during the era of the Dutch East India Company's prominence, then renovated in 1840 following a fire, Cypress Cottage is a gorgeous combination of South Africa's main architectural influences. With yellowwood ceilings and doors, large archways, a broad veranda and farm-style doors, there is a distinct country charm. The lounge is an ideal spot for an evening drink by the fire, and the front porch is the perfect place to catch the breeze and enjoy a coffee or tea or something icy. There's also a welcome swimming pool, surrounded by a lush garden.

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The rooms

There are two rooms in the main house and four in the property's old stables. All are ensuite and individually decorated with Victorian country charm and plenty of natural light. Rooms in the main house sit on the second floor and can sleep three. Rooms outside in the old stables open out to the garden, some with a private patio. The Garden Room has a gorgeous king-size sleigh bed and a bathroom with an old bare-claw bathtub and there's also a family unit, which sleeps five in two rooms.

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Activities

Bush Walks

Despite its low-key pace, there's plenty to keep busy with in the region. Swellendam itself is full of restaurants. Try Field & Fork in the Drostdy Museum for elevated classics, or follow your nose to Tredici, well-loved for its artisan bread and pastries. Afterwards, venture out to the nature trails in the Langeberg Mountains and Marloth Nature Reserve and make sure to explore Duiwelsbos Forest with its stunning rock pools for swimming in. If you can't decide, factor in a chat with host and owner, Etienne - she's a wealth of knowledge and offers personally-tailored tips for travellers.

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About Overberg

Overberg

A little-explored gem where hills roll into the ocean and nature reserves rub against golden sands.

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