Luxury Lodges · Swellendam, South Africa
Jan Harmsgat Country House
Overview
Are you traveling through South Africa? Jan Harmsgat Country House is the perfect stop-over on your journey.
A 2-Hour drive outside of Cape Town on the R60 highway, off the N2, as you head into the Garden Route. Discover the historic charm of 5-Star Guest accommodation that comprises of 9-exclusive rooms - Double, Twin & Family Rooms plus a romantic honeymoon suite at jan Harmsgat and 5 Rooms at the Mardouw Country House, all With breakfast included and a fine-dining restaurant on-site for dinner, we grow our own produce for the table. Just across the road, explore our 680 hectare working farm with hand-picked cultivars that make our single-block JHG Wine's - tastings & sales available. And let us know if you would like to book a picnic! Guests are treated to understated elegance and comfort, combining the power of its original meter thick walls, yellowwood details, and authentic 'Overberg' style while every modern convenience available. The indulgence does not stop with the accommodation but is carried throughout your experience. Jan Harmsgat is proudly Fair Trade accredited. We look forward to meeting you!
Suites & Rates
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Jan Harmsgat - Executive Suite 5
This suite is aprox 120sq meters, has a private staircase leading to spectacular views of mountains, olives and pecan orchards. Complete with king size bed, air-conditioning, Bath, separate shower, toilet and bidet.
Jan Harmsgat - Executive Suite 6
This suite is aprox 120sq meters, has a private staircase leading to spectacular views of mountains, olives and pecan orchards. Complete with king size bed, air-conditioning, Bath, separate shower, toilet and bidet.
Jan Harmsgat - Executive Suite 9
This suite is aprox 120sq meters, has a private staircase leading to spectacular views of mountains, olives and pecan orchards. Complete with king size bed, air-conditioning, Bath, separate shower, toilet and bidet.
Jan Harmsgat - Classic Quarters 1
Built in the 1700's, the old Slave Quarters is a separate Cape Dutch building with thatch roof. Located near the swimming pool with a central communal lounge down & upstairs. Four private en-uite rooms...
Jan Harmsgat - Classic Quarters 2
Built in the 1700's, the old Slave Quarters is a separate Cape Dutch building with thatch roof. Located near the swimming pool with a central communal lounge down & upstairs. Four private en-uite rooms...
Jan Harmsgat - Classic Quarters 3
Built in the 1700's, the old Slave Quarters is a separate Cape Dutch building with thatch roof. Located near the swimming pool with a central communal lounge down & upstairs. Four private en-uite rooms...
Jan Harmsgat - Classic Quarters 4
Built in the 1700's, the old Slave Quarters is a separate Cape Dutch building with thatch roof. Located near the swimming pool with a central communal lounge down & upstairs. Four private en-uite rooms...
Jan Harmsgat - Classic room 10
The rooms have a king size bed, fine linen, open plan bathroom, oversize showers, enclosed toilets, air-con & flat screen tv
Jan Harmsgat - Superior Suite 7
Jan Harmsgat has 2 suites with private entrances. The rooms have king size beds, fine linen, open plan bathrooms, oversize showers, inclosed toilets, air-con & TV's.
Jan Harmsgat - Superior Suite 8
Jan Harmsgat has 2 suites with private entrances. The rooms have king size beds, fine linen, open plan bathrooms, oversize showers, inclosed toilets, air-con & TV's.
Details
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Accommodation & amenities
Air Conditioning, Bath, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, Fan, Heated Towel Rails, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Facilities, Laundry Service (Available), Lounge Area, Mini Bar, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Television, Underfloor Heating
On-site activities
Cycling, Fine Dining, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Garden Tours, Gourmet Picnic
Services
24-hour Security, Airport Shuttle (Available), Credit Card Facilities, Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Room Service
Nearby activities
Canoeing, Child Friendly Activities, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, General Sightseeing, Golf, Helicopter Rides, Helicopter Scenic Flights, Hiking, Historical Tours, Natural History Tours, Scenic Flights, Shark Cage Diving, Wine Tasting
Property facilities
Activity Desk, Bar, Barbeque Facilities, Battery Charging Facilities, Business Centre, Communal Dining, Conference Centre, Eco Friendly, Internet Access (Complimentary), Malaria Free, Pool, Restaurant, Secure Parking
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