Name: Old House Lodge
Address: 31 Voortrekker Street, 6970 Beaufort West, South Africa, 31 Voortrekker Street, Western Cape, 6970, South Africa
Rating: 8.1

Old House Lodge

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About this property

Located close to Karoo National Park, our guest house is in the town center of Beaufort West. The Lodge is comfortable and homey and offers wary travelers a place to rest. Housed in a beautifully restored building dating from the early 1900’s, Old House Lodge has 8 comfortable rooms. We offer breakfast, lunch or dinner on request. Our menu offers simple and informal dishes. You can plan a hiking trip or visit the Beaufort West Museum that houses two exhibitions namely the Chris Barnard and Medical Science Exhibition and the Beaufort Pictorial which depicts the development of Beaufort West through the years. After your return, you can relax in the dining room with a warm drink and atmosphere.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.4)

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Availability

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Room Type	Number of guests
Luxury Double Room 1 queen bed
Standard Twin Room 2 twin beds
Villa Bedroom 1 queen bed Living room 1 sofa bed

Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Lukas

Saudi Arabia

“The staff went above and beyond to accomodate and assist us. Really good food and such a comfortable stay.”

Bernard

South Africa

“Great stay. The property is well maintained, managed and have a nice rustic feel to it with wooden floors and carpets. Really enjoyed and the reception and hospitality was great.”

Johan

South Africa

“We stayed overnight one night. The guest house is really beautiful and smart looking on the inside and outside. The garden is lovely and my wife and I had a glass of wine at a table in the garden. One of the few places with a pool. The dinner and...”

Tracey

South Africa

“We enjoyed our overnight stay at the Old House Lodge. Our room was cosy and comfortable and we really appreciated that the heater had been switched on prior to our arrival to warm up the room - it was a chilly evening! The staff were warm,...”

Elsa

South Africa

“When we arrived, Estafan was there to meet us. He had a warm smile and a professional way that we both (my husband and I enjoyed very much The room was neat, and the bathroom was spacious.”

Elizabeth

South Africa

“The breakfast was excellent. So was the dinner I had delivered to my room. Their chef really knows what they are doing. And the service staff were very willing and able.”

Dalene

South Africa

“Easy to find. Clean. Comfortable. Accommodated our Frenchie,Zola. Staff was available, even on a Sunday. Beautiful garden. Safe parking.”

Lelemba

South Africa

“Service was fabulous. Rooms were prestine. We enjoyed our overnight”

Annisah

South Africa

“The room was clean and the bed very comfortable, we had extra blankets as requested 🙂”

Peter

United Kingdom

“This was just a quick over-night stay, but the old house lodge was perfect. Clean, quiet, safe, friendly staff and a large room and comfortable shower. Just what was needed. Would happily stay here again in the future.”

Managed by Old House Lodge

Company review score: 9Based on 496 reviews from 1 property

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Company info

Relax in the comfortable lounge in front of a cosy fire in winter or enjoy the fresh Karoo air and refreshments in the garden next under the incredible beautiful stars during the summer months. Guests can expect no less than exceptional service, friendly staff and value for money

Property info

Located in the heart of Beaufort-West, Old House Lodge is a well preserved Karoo homestead dating from the early 1900’s. It has a serene old world charm and luxury, surrounding its guests with the warmth of the Karoo hospitality in all of its facilities. Old House Lodge offers well equipped rooms, all designed with your comfort in mind to make your stay a memorable experience.

Neighborhood info

Just south of Beaufort West is the Karoo National Park which stretches into the Nuweveld Mountain range. It has an array of wildlife including some of South Africa’s most endangered species. Two endangered species, the riverine rabbit and the black rhinoceros have been successfully resettled. The Park is home to five tortoise species, the most in any conservation area in the world. A fossil trail, day walks and hikes ensure an abundance of sights and activities. The Park also has challenging 4x4 routes into the mountains, walking and fossil trials. Beaufort-West is also home to the famous South African heart surgeon, Dr Chris Barnard. He performed the first heart transplantation in the world. He is honoured in Beaufort-West in the Dr Chris Barnard Museum. The Karoo area is also a very popular destination for nature lovers, cyclists, golf enthusiasts and hunters.

Languages Spoken

Afrikaans,English

Area info

House rules

Old House Lodge takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.

You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

Check-out

From 5:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Cancellation/ prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 12 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years

Extra bed upon request

Free

4 - 11 years

Extra bed upon request

ZAR 180 per child, per night

Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no cribs available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

Cards accepted at this property

Cash is not accepted

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 9:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that reservations made within 30 days of the arrival date need to be confirmed via full payment within 48 hours of the reservation.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Old House Lodge of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Dear visitor, this region is currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties are subject to comply with local water usage restrictions.

Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 07:00:00.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.