Take advantage of this two-night stay at Akkerboom Country Cottages and immerse yourself in the tranquillity and restfulness of farm life.
These idyllic self-catering cottages are located along a stream between the beautiful Langeberg Mountains and the Little Karoo and aren’t too far a drive from Cape Town.
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This location is perfect for a weekend escape because there’s no need to drive long distances before reaching your destination. Situated at the top of the Op de Tradouw Pass, between Montagu and Barrydale, it’s only two and a half hours away from Cape Town.
To get to Akkerboom Country Cottages, you’ll drive along the famous Route 62, so take time to stop at some of the interesting dorpies along the way.
Reasons to stay at Akkerboom Country Cottages
You’ll be shown the inner workings of a working fruit farm while being surrounded by spectacular views of the Langeberg Mountains.
You can visit the Akkerboom Trading Post, situated on the farm, for a hearty breakfast or lunch.
There’s an opportunity to explore the Klein Karoo further; be sure to make pit stops at the charming towns dotted along the route, including the likes of Swellendam, Montagu, and Barrydale.
Each Akkerboom Country Cottage has an en-suite bedroom, an indoor fireplace and a private braai area.
Hilltop Cottage
- Hilltop Cottage offers two bedrooms, one with a king-size bed and one with two singles.
- Both rooms are en-suite with a bath and a shower.
- All linen and towels are supplied.
- Hilltop Cottage also boasts a fully equipped kitchen, a lounge area and a built-in fireplace.
- The outside patio has a private braai area with seating.
Pine Cottage
- Pine Cottage is a beautiful thatched-roof cottage with two en-suite bathrooms, one with a shower and the other with a bath.
- This cottage exudes a more English country style.
- All linen and towels are supplied.
- This cottage has a fully equipped kitchen but no inside fireplace.
- The braai area is about 20 metres from the house and has a lovely seating area on the patio.
Willow Cottage
- Willow is a one-bedroom cottage with a king-size bed that can be made into two single beds.
- The en-suite bathroom has a shower.
- All linen and towels are supplied.
- Inside, you will find a fully equipped kitchen with an inside fireplace.
- The outside patio has a private braai area with seating.
Bergview Cottage
- Bergview is a two-bedroom cottage with two en-suite bathrooms, one with a shower and one with a bath.
- All linen and towels are supplied.
- Inside, you will find a fully equipped kitchen with an inside fireplace.
- This cottage has two barbecue areas – one is on the stoep, and the other is in the garden.
- There is a lovely seating area on the front patio.
Plumbago Cottage
- Plumbago is a two-bedroom cottage with two en-suite bathrooms (showers only).
- All linen and towels are supplied.
- Inside, you will find a fully equipped kitchen with an inside fireplace.
- The outside patio has a private braai area with seating.
Until 15 March 2023, you can enjoy a special offer on this experience.
Akkerboom Country Cottages getaway offer:
- Deal: A two-night cottage stay for two people
- Cost: The deal price is R999 | normal price is R1580
Contact details:
- Location: Akkerboom Farm | Route 62, Barrydale, Swellendam
- Contact: 073 126 8907 | [email protected]
Terms and conditions:
- Valid for: Two people | two nights
- Valid until: 15 March 2023
Full terms and conditions, more information and bookings here.
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