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Boskloof Road
Boskloof
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Western Cape
021 344 2440
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-32.207861484033
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Boskloof Swemgat
Boskloof Swemgat
Boskloof Swemgat
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The accommodation is self-catering with warm farm-style hospitality. Cottages are set along the river banks with beautiful views of the surrounding mountains. Four thatch-roofed cottages, 2 corrugated iron-roofed and 1 prefab cottage offer fully equipped kitchens, full bathrooms, bed linen and bath towels are provided. Most of the cottages have indoor fireplaces and all have outside braai facilities. Two cottages have a private Hot Tub. Cottages are equipped with free unlimited Wi-Fi. A tranquil environment for anyone looking to get some work done.
Wood and homemade products are for sale at the kiosk for your convenience. Guests can enjoy swimming and fishing in the clear, unpolluted river, bring their mountain bikes or take on the hiking routes by foot. Children can enjoy the farm animals and play in the river with tubes. In springtime, wildflowers carpet the landscape into a spectacular display. With around 1000 trees over 11 hectares, Boskloof Swemgat is home to an abundance of birdlife.
It is the ideal place for a family getaway, a romantic weekend, or some peace and relaxation away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, as there is limited cell phone reception.
The accommodation is self-catering with warm farm-style hospitality. Cottages are set along the river banks with beautiful views of the surrounding mountains. Four thatch-roofed cottages, 2 corrugated iron-roofed and 1 prefab cottage offer fully equipped kitchens, full bathrooms, bed linen and bath towels are provided. Most of the cottages have indoor fireplaces and all have outside braai facilities. Two cottages have a private Hot Tub. Cottages are equipped with free unlimited Wi-Fi. A tranquil environment for anyone looking to get some work done.
Wood and homemade products are for sale at the kiosk for your convenience. Guests can enjoy swimming and fishing in the clear, unpolluted river, bring their mountain bikes or take on the hiking routes by foot. Children can enjoy the farm animals and play in the river with tubes. In springtime, wildflowers carpet the landscape into a spectacular display. With around 1000 trees over 11 hectares, Boskloof Swemgat is home to an abundance of birdlife.
It is the ideal place for a family getaway, a romantic weekend, or some peace and relaxation away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, as there is limited cell phone reception.
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Reviews (365)
365 guests' feedbackIt was peaceful, clean and just what we needed, a break in nature and beautiful.
It was so lovely. Heavy weather but all stayed warm, cosy and dry. Beautiful location. Friendly host. Clean. Neat. Highly recommend.
Great stay! Quiet and cottage is fully equipped and very clean! Will definitely go again.
Some will complain about the lack of TV and sense. In such a location between the mountains and nature, this is exactly what you want. Go for a walk in the mountains and then relax in the wood-fired bath afterwards with a little wine. The natural swimming hole in the river even has sea sand!
2nd time visiting. First time by myself as 1-night stop-over with motorbike trip. Beautiful, peaceful, extremely friendly and professional owners and staff. Decided to go back for 2 nights as part of a longer motorbike trip with my son. Very clean. Everything you need. Where can you braai and relax next to, and also swim in a river a few meters in front of the house you stay in? One of my "go to" places for the future. The photos provided don't give true credit of the venue. Visit their website to see more.
We really enjoyed the visit. It was quiet and peaceful with plenty to do. The WiFi works well and the host was very friendly and helpful. Children even rode a horse-drawn carriage. I would recommend a few things. It is very difficult to make food for 4 people when there are only 4 of everything. Maybe some extra cutlery and bowls, and maybe some plastic bowls for the kids. The hinge behind the bathroom door is loose, and also perhaps a shelf in the bathroom. Nothing stays on the edge of the sink. Also thought there was a jacuzzi, but it was only the one cottage.
What a nice and comfortable visit.
Boskloof Swemgat offers an excellent location and hiking trails for hikers. Provision can be made for cupboards for guests' clothes and personal items. The fabric is really not very comfortable. The step between the bedroom and living room/kitchen is a risk during load shedding. We would also have appreciated if we had been notified of load shedding times.
Very nice stay. Perfect riverside getaway. Take it easy on your own.
It was fantastic! The accommodation was lovely, had everything we needed plus air conditioning, which is needed in the summer heat. The river was beautiful to swim in - had a wonderful stay.
We were in the house. Very clean and comfortable with everything you need and with a nice barbecue area. Near swimming hole. Can recommend for a Cederberg experience.
We enjoyed it. The swimming hole was especially popular with the children.
Very nice stay. Small resort very quiet, and had a nice swim in the swimming hole.
Great stay! The unit has everything you need for a carefree stay. Beautiful surroundings and quiet and peaceful.
Friendly people. Thanks to the young gentleman who helped with the car's battery. Silence is wonderful, one simply feels rested. We were 3 work colleagues, and we will definitely come again.
Great stay with something else to look forward to.
The host, Gretha, was so friendly and welcoming. Owen's house was a neat, well-equipped house with a neat and clean outside braai. The fireplace inside was a must. September is still cold, needs a gas heater as well. The Swemgat brings tranquility!
I will definitely come again. it's not too far to drive. The house is nice and spacious.
Most friendly reception ever received. Thank you very much Gretha. We had a wonderful stay.
House fully equipped. With a nice view, mountain stream in front of the house with Cederberg in the background.
Received a friendly reception. Beautiful house with a nice cozy bed and a lovely hot shower. Everything you need in the house. Quiet to listen to the water stream like this. Really enjoyed it.
The cottages are well equipped and tidy. The environment is beautiful. Also good value for money. We had a great stay!
Friendly people. Quiet in nature. Nice hot bath. Cute little place, well furnished.
Cute farmhouses, river, donkeys, fireplace, hospitality, pure farm. Perfect place to relax and completely switch off from the hustle and bustle. Would definitely recommend.
We enjoyed our stay and were warm enough on a couple of very cold nights. With hindsight, we should rather have booked in town as we were viewing flowers. It would have been easier not to have the up and down on the gravel road. This cottage is more suited to a longer stay where people want to explore the immediate surroundings.
Despite the rain and cold that limited us, the scenery, mountains and river that we could see with 1 night's overnight stay were beautiful. Will definitely stay there again and make an effort to see more if possible.
Very nice place. Could do with coffee in the room, but otherwise perfect.
The specific unit I stayed in was idyllic. The river current was several meters from my front door. It was like food for the soul. It was clean, tidy and had everything you could need. Thank you Boskloof, five stars for you.
There needs to be an easier way to get in and out of the Jacuzzi. It is very high off the ground. Also, there needs to be another step from the bedroom to the kitchen One step too deep.
The cottage is clean and spacious and fully furnished. Has light, however, far from Clanwilliam on an unpaved road. We were not received on arrival, no one asked during our stay if everything was in order and on departure I put the key in a mailbox. Not hospitable.
Fantastic getaway weekend to relax and recharge. Just nature sounds and calmness. This unit had even more to offer than shown in the pictures.
Our second time in Langhuis. Very, very nice location for lovely swimming.
A bit expensive compared to other similar places. Upon receipt, the reserved place has already been given to someone else by mistake. Another unit was provided to us which was adequate.
It is lovely and peaceful there. The service was excellent and the staff very friendly. It is equipped with everything you need. Will definitely stay there again.
This was my fifth visit to Nenna's house and was just as nice as the first time. Had some problems with the shower the first night, but it was quickly sorted out the next morning by Gretha and her friendly team. Everything you need for a nice stay is there as well as good wifi. You can also buy wood and ice there. Icing on the cake is the nice swimming hole to cool off in Clanwilliam's heat.
A wonderful little house in a environment like a little paradise.
People are very friendly and helpful. Nice destination if you want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city. The jacuzzi was a winner.
Just discuss it. Will not be disappointed.
Wonderful place, peace, tranquility, nature. The little river is amazing to just sit in and let the city wash away. Will be back!
It is a lovely place. Restful. Whether for young or older people. Can really relax. Close to Clanwilliam if you want to do something other than just rest. Great. Friendly place to stay.
Booking process and reception was quick and easy. A bag of wood included in the price would be welcome as this is farm accommodation and guests like to hang out outside, we luckily brought it with us. Early morning cleaning of braai area was disturbing, from 10:00 after evacuation would be more acceptable.
The house has everything you need in a beautiful setting.
Clean and neat in a beautiful setting, with friendly and efficient staff who fixed a blocked toilet in 30 min late at night. Will definitely make another visit.
Have stayed here (Langhuisie) before. Just had to come back, and will come back again. Amazing place for head-off. The indoor barbecue/fireplace and stream right at the front door make the place very special!
The jacuzzi in front on the stoep and the fireplace in the bedroom was just too fabulous. Will most definitely go again.
Will go back again anytime.
Absolute proximity to nature, the water that flows past it is wonderful to experience. Privacy excellent and the reception friendly. Thank you.
Had a wonderful stay. Nice talking to the donkeys so quiet it was.
We stayed for 3 nights in May 2022. Positive: quite a picturesque cottage on beautiful location, normally silent but occasionally some noise from passing farmers with bakkies. Very helpful owner helped us when we got stuck with our rental car, many thanks for that. Good WiFi. Less good: cleanliness was definitely not good. Rather low quality finishing especially kitchen and bathroom. Drainage os shower was blocked (was improved on request). Fireplace was quite dirty with braai fat from previous people. Outdated kitchen inventory, a bit a collection of all kinds of everything. The most serious problem for us however was the bed. We are of average length (< 1. 80) and weight, however this bed is too small/short for us. How old is this mattress? Probably from the previous century. With regrets, but we wouldn't go there a next time.
Perfek. Skoon en netjies, alles werk. Die kort stukkie grondpad is in 'n baie goeie toestand - per motorfiets met padbande op gereis. Hout, ys en gaskoeldrank te koop by ontvangs. Hulle kan dalk nuwe foto's opsit - die stoep en braai is verbeter sedert die foto's toe ek bespreek het.
Our host, Greta, was amazing and catered for every need, more than what is expected.
The reception on arrival was excellent and hospitable. The accommodation was neat and clean.
We enjoyed the tranquil setting, inside and out. We had a lovely time in the summer but I'm sure it would be absolutely awesome in the colder months. There's a fireplace in the bedroom and a hot jacuzzi on the veranda!
This is our second visit and absolutely loved it. Again. Your private ' swemgat ' is wonderful, especially after this time, a cycle from there into the town of Clanwilliam and back again. Langhuis and Kliphuis provide privacy and sitting outside well into the night listening to the night sounds and river is a balm for one's soul. Definitely recommended.
My husband and I really enjoyed it. The view and the silence were just what we needed. The large porch with the hot tub was a winner.
Charmed by surroundings.
It was my third time at Boskloof. Neat, clean house with everything you need. There is an air railing for the hot days, but you can also swim in the river that passes by the accommodation.
Our grandson was with us the 1st night and we had fun swimming together in the swimming hole. We had everything we could need. Reception was warm and the staff we encountered very friendly. I can honestly say that the only thing that bothered me were the flies but that is understandable on a working farm and excruciating heat. There was Doom but I put a piece of meat aside in the bag in which the meat was and lured most of them there so that we could sit on the porch and have a barbecue. Would definitely recommend Boskloof, even in winter as there is a fire place inside, as well as Jacuzzis available on 2 units' verandas. Just a pity Boskloof is not pet friendly, which excludes them for people who especially want to travel with their dogs. I would recommend Boskloof with love even if there is no TV.
Although there were other cottages in view, with our own access to the river, we felt totally private. The only complaint we would have is the irritation of flies. Our pillows were too hard for our liking but we were given new pillows on request.
Nice stay, our little house definitely needs a canopy outside, too little shade, all the other houses do, it was advertised as a 6 sleeper but the double sofa bed definitely needs to be replaced, my son had to sleep on the sofa. Not too comfortable for a 26 year old. Rooms comfortable and clean, kitchen may need a few bowls but had a great time, will go again.
The environment and atmosphere speak to soul. It brings an unprecedented tranquility that is unique. We stayed at several places on our trip through the Northern and Western Cape, but Boskloof Swemgat was special. From the moment we walked into reception until we left.
The cottage was recently renovated and delivered more than I expected. The braai is covered and air conditioning was very nice and welcome. We had fun walking, jogging, cycling and swimming in a river with lovely white sand. Going to visit again in the winter so I can try the fireplace too. In the evening we sat in the "hot tub" on the stoep up to our necks in the hot water. The people of Clanwilliam are all people of the heart. Felt very safe.
The accommodation was very pleasant. The view of nature and the sound of animals in the background makes it the ideal place to spend time with your family or life partner. Our family loves music and because we couldn't play music it was a disappointment. The stay was still worth it.
Would definitely recommend, nature speaks to you and you can just let go. Very tidy inside with everything and more you need. Our 2 teenage daughters really enjoyed it, would recommend it to everyone. Well done.
Good value for money.
Quiet and perfect for families.
To be able to get away so quietly and not be bothered by work is the best.
The place is really wonderful!
Boskloof Swimming Hole exceeded our expectations! Accommodation is great with great swimming and walking options on the farm and in the area. We can highly recommend!
The location is amazing. I can recommend if you want to relax and hear nothing but nature.
A lovely spot to unwind and relax. The river running past is relaxing and a nice swimming spot. Everything is beautiful and clean.
Management and staff friendly and helpful.
Whether it's hot or cold (cold in our case) we enjoyed it a lot and will come again.
This was our second time staying at Boskloof Swemgat and if we had to sleep or go on holiday in the Clanwilliam area again, it would be our first choice again without a doubt. Accommodation is private and the braai facilities are great. Love the fact that bathroom is equipped with both a shower and a bath, so both my wife and I are kept satisfied. Thank you very much Greta!!
Friendly reception, good bed and mattress, fully equipped kitchen, beautiful surroundings!
It was worth it to go via spectacular Pakhuispass to Bidouw Valley beginning of September to see the flowers.
We had an extremely pleasant stay - lovely walks and beautiful environment.
For the cold weather a heater would have been appreciated as fire making is not a skill that I have mastered. The window blinds need attention. That being said management noted our complaint of the 1 room and did attempt to rectify the problem. Gretha was most welcoming, friendly and helpful. She sent a staff member to our chalet to help us log on to the WiFi. Beautiful scenery. Would happily return.
I loved everything about Boskloof Swemgat. I think I left my soul behind. It's peaceful, serene, and so green. The birds were my alarm in the mornings. Wish I could stay longer.
It is a peaceful beautiful environment. We basically just slept there but had a great time on the porch in the evening.
Beautiful surroundings in nature, quiet and away from noise, friendly people and everything in its place. A big plus for the Jacuzzi which was already ready and there is a "plunger" for my coffee!
Friendly reception by Gretha. Beautiful, clean and comfortable house (Hangnes). Jacuzzi was nice pampering after long dusty road. Would definitely stay here again and recommend!
We loved our stay in Owen Huis. Cottage was sparkling clean. The location was fabulous, surrounded by flowers and orange groves. Very quiet and staff very helpful. Great value for money and we really appreciated being able to stay for just one night. We will be back.
The place is well equipped and the staff are very helpful and friendly. The receptionist is a great asset to Boskloof Swimming Pool!
We stayed in Kliphuis. It was private, clean and absolutely magical. We had a lovely stay and will definitely be going back.
Really enjoyed this place! The location of our cottage "Kliphuis" was very private with the Jan Dissels River bubbling down toward the Olifants. This secluded yet close to town "kloof" has a wonderful sense of the old world. The flowers were beautiful all the way to almost the end of the kloof. We enjoyed birding up and down the kloof! A really good find! I am looking forward to a return visit. The lovely warm Jacuzzi on our stoep was an added bonus. Only Kliphuis has the Jacuzzi! I am also very happy with the no pets policy, just because you know that you will not find abandoned/lost cats or dogs on the property.
Friendly people. The house was very comfortable and the children enjoyed the jaccuzi. We can definitely recommend it.
It was very nice, the place is beautiful. If you are looking for tranquility, beautiful scenery and silence then this is the place for you.
Quiet and nice farm feel.
What a lovely place in nature! The Jacuzzi on the veranda and view of the river is fantastic!
We stayed in the Nenna cottage. It had a very nice braai area and one could see and hear many birds. You can also look at the horses and a zebra right next to the house. We also did the walking trail on site which was fun but challenging. And then after the time cool off in the swimming pools. A lot of effort is put into making sure you enjoy your time to switch off.
The house is very neat and everything works perfectly. The location of the house is excellent and also close to Clanwilliam and also attractions such as the warehouse pass etc. The lady who received us was very peaceful and hospitable and did her job well. I can definitely recommend the place and will also use them more often.
Swimming hole was good. Jacuzzi was nice (very hot) therapy after we hiked Wolfbergboog.
We really enjoyed our stay at Boskloof Swimming Pool.
First time visiting, expected it to be a scorcher at foot of mountain, perfect location, heavenly swimming and surroundings. Will go again.
We planned to sleep there for only two nights, but it is so beautiful and peaceful there that we ended up staying another day there. Everything is clean and tidy and we will definitely stay there again.
Had a very relaxed weekend.
We had a wonderful stay, a really nice break.
Peaceful getaway in nature. Lots to do (MTB, hiking, river swimming, chill, etc.) and not enough time. Children could play and enjoy themselves without our supervision every minute of the day. Safe environment and beautiful nature and sunsets. We will visit there again.
The house was clean, tidy, and the jacuzzi was already turned on when I checked in. The staff are friendly and the outside areas clean and furnished. I really didn't feel like going back to normal life, after a long weekend in the tranquility.
Worth every rand and was a pleasant surprise to see the zebra.
House, cutlery and glasses were clean and tidy. Will definitely stay there again.
It was serene and tranquil.
Very nice house, friendly service and good service.
We sent photographs of the condition of the Cottage we rented. It really wasn't up to standard and requires serious upgrading, also not clean i. e. dirty blinds, not cleaned above the mirror in the bathroom, etc. Couldn't access the river from our cottage, bush was overgrown, had to use the neighbouring cottage for access. Personally as stated above, I would not recommend this to any of our friends until we know the cottages have been upgraded.
It is a beautiful place and very private. The cottage is beautiful and comfortable and has everything you need. The swimming area is also private and lovely. It is a real resting place for soul and body. We will definitely go again, because the reception was so good and the accommodation perfect.
It is a very peaceful destination. No noise. Perfect for a romantic getaway
Very nice stay. Stay was peaceful, cottage clean and tidy with everything you need. The swimming hole was very welcome as the temperatures were in the high thirties. Would definitely recommend the stay.
Overall a great experience marred by load shedding but no fault of the establishment.
We booked the Longhouse which has a "private rock pool". Would it be worth it? We booked 7 nights in January which is a very hot part of the year. Our finding: the rock pool was large and fantastic to be able to use daily in privacy. The house was very neat and clean, perfect for 2 people. The thatched roof kept it cool, but the air conditioning made the bedroom nice and cool in minutes. Interestingly, we had no mosquito burden. The braai area and outside seating was under a large tree next to the house - delicious! The grill was not a bunch of wires held together by a rusted frame, but a good quality stainless steel grill in very good condition. In summary it was a wonderful time in a beautiful setting. We will definitely be back again.
Nice by the river, peaceful atmosphere.
Had a great time relaxing! Will definitely stay a little longer next time. Thank you!
Unbelievably nice stay. We stayed in Langhuis with our own swimming hole and outdoor shower with a breathtaking view. What an experience! Thank you to everyone at Boskloof swimming hole.
We had a great time. Definitely worth another visit.
In the gorge next to the river stands Langhuis in the shadow of a large fig tree. Well equipped, clean and tidy and the privacy we prefer. Bonus was the rain and the river that came down. Safe hiking trails up the mountain to the cave or dirt road next to the low water bridge with the cleanest drinking water. Still the most beautiful wildflowers and vegetation and water streams everywhere you look. Friendly reception!
Maie beautiful and peaceful. Very good service.
Nice place for family. Restful. Tidy. Good service.
Quiet, hidden, safe. Best visit in a long time
The view from our cottage was beautiful, only mountains as far as the eye could see. Could walk for miles. Will definitely go again for a weekend getaway.
Thank you very much Boskloof Swimming Pool, we had such a good time and enjoyed the fresh air. The house was beautiful and clean. We could rest so well, everything was quiet and so beautiful.
Secluded and great view. Lovely and safe walking routes with a river.
Very friendly reception. Compliments to the person responsible for the decoration/painting for the interior. Quiet and beautiful scenery around each cottage. For the price only one small thing is missing, that's soap in the bathroom. Furthermore, everything you need was there. Thank you.
Beautiful location. House could be better equipped and it's a bit dusty - especially the couches and the cushions on the couches are a little dirty. Beds are very clean as well as bathroom. The surroundings are indescribable and the river provides a lot of fun for young children. Will def go again. People are very friendly!
Beautiful place, beautiful surroundings and clean river!
Pictures made it look bigger than it is and the roof leaked when it rained, woke up middle of the night because my head was getting wet. If they can fix the roof it would great.
We stayed in Kliphuis during our flower trip in September 2020. The resort is tucked away next to the river a few minutes from Clanwilliam on a decent dirt road. Each cottage feels private, separated by rocky outcrops and trees. It is simply furnished with comfortable beds, hot and strong water for shower or bath. Very clean, it had everything we needed. Sitting on the stoep stargazing was a highlight. We wished we had booked for longer and will be back.
Secluded location far from big cities in a quaint valley.
Definitely the best place to rest. Very lovely environment. Peaceful wildlife with the most beautiful places nearby to see.
Receptionist so happy to receive tourists again especially on the farm.
Couldn't get a more friendly reception and the Kliphuis was private and very neat and clean.
The cottage has been "done up" since we were last there and looks very nice - loved the painting on the wall.
Peaceful accommodation by the river. Cottage was clean with everything needed including WiFi. Friendly people.
The staff was very friendly and accommodating. The venue is beautiful and well located. However, the room didn't have a fireplace as promised, the hot tub took over 5 hours to warm up, the roof leaked when it started raining, and some of the appliances did not work.
Great getaway with plenty of entertainment for children who love the outdoors. Feel free to tackle the Karakadow Tower hiking trail, but be prepared, not for beginners.
Waking up with the sound of birds singing and the sound of water. Words cannot describe. Evenings were amazing. Will definitely be back. Enjoyed ourselves tremendously.
Will definitely recommend to friends, the tranquility and beauty of the surrounding forest and mountains was very beautiful.
See stars.
Thank you very much.
Calm, clean air.
We stayed in Fivas' house which was so neat and beautiful. It was comfortable, convenient and beautiful. The horses and donkey that graze in front of the porch and even come to visit on the porch amused us a lot! It was a lovely getaway! Uncontaminated silence dotted with animal sounds makes you feel so at home.
Loved sitting at the fire and listen to absolute quietness.
WiFi is advertised, but our cottage was the only one without its own WiFi, with very limited reception from the cottage next door. WiFi access, for work purposes, was a major consideration in our decision to visit Boskloof. The wooden bench outside on the porch needs to be repaired. Inside there are some small repairs that need to be done, such as tightening screws, loose shower head. There was no soap in the shower. Mosquito repellents in the rooms are highly recommended. The quality of wood sold is not suitable for barbecuing. It did work well for potty food, just bring your own potty. The descriptions of activities in the area are slightly unclear and not up to date (eg entrance prices). Note that the Krakadouw hiking trail is by no means easy. The path runs perpendicular to contour lines and there are many loose stones. This route is therefore only for experienced hikers. Reception was particularly friendly and helpful. Our little house was very close to the swimming hole and we had a great time swimming. There are also two inner tubes available to play with in the river. The surroundings are really beautiful and peaceful and Clanwilliam is only 10 km away.
We had a wonderful overnight stay and it was so peaceful and took a nice afternoon nap in the cool unit too! The Jacuzzi at our unit was lovely. The unit is well equipped and nice and big. Very nice stay, thank you!
It was delicious!! In the heart of nature is where I found myself again!
Boskloof Swemgat is in a peaceful rural setting with cute little houses to sleep in. The nature is beautiful and the children had fun swimming in the silvery clean water. The Jacuzzi was a must after a long day's travel.
Beautiful natural beauty. Very nice place to break away from the city's noise. We enjoyed it very much. Nice and private and the cottage is well equipped. Would love to go again.
Very good value for money. Boskloof Swemgat is easily accessible but still secluded and offers options to just relax, or use it as a base to discover the Cederberge. Should offer something for any traveler. Not luxurious, but offers comfortable and tidy accommodation with a hospitable welcome.
Was fantastic. Friendly service and people. Wonderful atmosphere.
Amazing place to get some rest.
Very tranquil area, will visit again, can really recommend it.
Boskloof is a fantastic place to just relax and get away from the hustle and bustle. Staff are very friendly and helpful. Just to find yourself again in nature. I would recommend Boskloof at all times. Thank you very much for the wonderful weekend.
We could not make check in time as we arrived late, but as promised, my key was inside a white envelope on the key box with direction to our cottage. During the afternoon, I received a phone call to check if we are still arriving late. We could take a bag of wood for the evening and were allowed to pay for it the next morning. Cottage was nice and clean. Loved the place. Will go back again.
Me and my partner stayed at the Hangnes and the view was spectacular. Even though this little house is more separate and a bit further from the river, at night you can hear the water dribble over the rocks. You can light tour fire and slip into the nice warm Jacuzzi and look at the stars and breathtaking mountains at night. All in all, namaste.
Best short getaway ever. Will definitely go back for longer.
Boskloof Swemgat is the ideal place if you want to escape from the city's hustle and bustle and seek silence. So the perfect place if you want to recharge your batteries a bit.
This accommodation is very good if you want to shut down and just be in nature.
Would love to go for a few days. It's a beautiful place.
See stars.
A pleasant surprise since you do not always know what to expect from the web pictures alone, but as advertised with no nasty surprises. Feels safe since its not a thoroughfare and we can recommend this as a great escape from the city rush. Also close enough to town to stock up at the Super Spar. I would just recommend taking your own braai wood since the wood is a bit expensive, however it is convenient and nothing to complain about, just a comment.
Perfect for families. Stunning scenery, house is fully equipped and very modern. Will go back.
Wonderful setting. Nice facilities although shower had some maintenance issues. Disappointing not to be able to get WiFi in our cottage.
Boskloof Swemgat is a lovely spot in a beautiful part of our country. The stay was all we hoped for. Beds were super comfortable, hosts were friendly and helpful and the chickens amusing. Highly recommended as a no-frills comfortable getaway place to explore the area.
Boskloof Swemgat is the perfect getaway. The accommodation is comfortable, clean, and the surrounding area is beautiful. We really appreciated the hospitality and immediately felt at home.
The peaceful atmosphere and farm environment make you immediately relax. We had a great time and would definitely recommend Boskloof Swimming Hole to family and friends who want to visit the Sandveld. Also centrally located for visits to surrounding natural beauty such as Sederberge and Biedouw Valley.
Boskloof has a perfect location, the valley is a lovely balance between citrus plantation and beautiful scenery. The accommodation is perfect for our big group of 8 people. We'll definitely go again.
Friendly service and a well-furnished cottage ensured that we would definitely go back.
It's the right place to turn off the hustle and bustle of city life. It's so peaceful and quiet. All you hear is nature sounds.
Reception was good, little house very neat and clean.
Everything you need to relax.
Wonderful getaway. Clean, neat and everything you need. Very friendly people. Will definitely go again.
We were there during the week. Very calm. Jacuzzi was hot and was cleaned while we were there. Environment beautiful. Will definitely go again.
Stunning place, quiet and peaceful. The ideal getaway from the city.
Beautiful setting. Next time we stay longer. And to think it was years ago my grandfather's land. Two cushions forget what they liked for us and what we could get back to the Kgalagadi yesterday.
Nice place to chill and braai! No credit card facilities.
Fantastic environment. Paradise of birds. Nice hiking trails. Will go back again.
Wonderful weekend away. Will definitely be back for more! The tractor tubes for swimming in the river are a great touch!
Ideal getaway if you want to escape the city. The stars are nowhere brighter than in that area. Everything we needed was there.
Just when you start wondering if you're following the right road, you arrive at this absolutely marvellous location. So beautiful, so quiet, so soothing. You have your own small waterfall and an outdoor shower (at least: our lodge had one). Unbelievable to discover that in these wonderful surroundings, one or more of our predecessors found it necessary to leave some cigarette butts nearby the waterfall (no critics to the owner, of course!).
Perfect place, everything right. No complaints. Even the load shedding suited us.
We enjoyed our stay a lot. Will definitely go back. The kids loved the river and the animals. It's great for riding your bike a going hiking.
Very beautiful and peaceful environment. Just two minor annoyances; The Jacuzzi's water couldn't get hot, and the master bedroom's bed hurts your back. Other than that it was delicious. See you again later in the year.
Boskloof Swemgat was exactly what my husband and I needed. The accommodation was clean and in excellent condition. The surrounds were tranquil, peaceful and refreshing. So glad there were no cellphone reception; no TV. Just the earth, the sky, the river, the animals and us. We found each other again! A lovely passion fruit plant hung on our stoep making the house cool. We loved it!
Wonderful, peaceful weekend. Very private. Stayed in Langhuis and the rock pool was private and wonderfully lovely and clean. Everything was clean and neat. Will definitely go again.
Location is really quiet and peaceful. No cell phone signal, but free WiFi. House very clean and tidy, everything one needs to recharge batteries again. Real farm atmosphere, only hear cows, sheep and birds, sun bugs and further the lapping of water. We would go there again anytime.
Boskloof Swemgat made for a stunning holiday with its comfortable and neat accommodation, beautiful green surroundings, and refreshing river water.
Waking up every morning with singing birds and a river by your doorstep was awesome. Everyone is kind and very helpful. Really enjoyed it and will definitely go back again.
We had a great time. Fivas Huisies is exactly what we wanted. Air conditioning and fan for the heat.
Unexpected beauty, defiantly a place where you can find yourself - and forget about the rushed world.
Out of the busy parts and quiet.
We absolutely discovered a gem here. Soul food, peace of mind that no money can buy. Will go back again without a doubt. But this time for longer.
The sunset from the veranda in the evenings was indescribable. Convenient stay and wonderful reception. Hangnes' jacuzzi was the best place to see the sunset while having meat on the fire. We will definitely be back.
Boskloof Swimming Pool fantastically located, it is truly beautiful and takes one's breath away. The Hangnes 1 needs some upgrading, the shower's hot water does not work, there is a fan in the children's room but no wall plug for him, there are no TV facilities at all, and the WiFi code that is in the information directory is not work The plus points were the Jacuzzi with the beautiful view! Will definitely go back if the cottages are upgraded.
Well-equipped, comfortable beds and bedding - air-conditioner may need to be serviced - it doesn't get cold. Good braai facilities and close to dam. Will book a unit with Jacuzzi next time because the dam is too cold to swim in.
The lady at reception was friendly and helpful. There is a nice swimming place by the river. We had a nice stay and on hot nights air conditioning was wonderful.
We enjoyed Boskloof. Beautiful views, peaceful resort. Everything you need is available in the chalet. There was just no time to enjoy the nice river and explore the surroundings! Next time definitely! The wind just blew terribly on Friday night and the twigs and sand were blown into the front door. Hopefully a little wall will be built to prevent twigs and sand from blowing in? Otherwise, very nice stay! Thank you very much!
If you like unadorned and real life, then this is the place for you. Upon arrival, my teenager immediately said here we are going to stay longer. You pay a fraction of the cost here than for a Hydro, but it's here where you feel the built-up tension draining out of you and disappearing into the Cedar Mountains. Everything is perfect: The Jacuzzi is a winner for my one teenager, the clean swimming hole for my other esoteric teenager, the overall bliss for wife and of course the barbecue and authenticity for me. It's as close to earth as you can get. And Gretha, the hostess with her cute children contributed to the fantastic experience with helpfulness and kindness.
Beautiful surrounds, very peaceful.
Boskloof is located in a beautiful gorge with a very nice view of the mountains and the banks of the cleanest river I have ever seen. Nice walk in the mountain and ideally located for flower viewing.
Interesting. Beautiful location.
We only stayed one night and would love to go back. We sat in a hot Jacuzzi and looked at the stars. Walked down to the waterfall and appreciated the Boskloof's nature. Have a good barbecue and enjoy the tranquility. Nice spacious open plan chalet. Just note that the bedrooms do not have ceilings. It is open to the top.
It was ice cold when we were there, but the heater worked well. It is very private and peaceful. We had such a nice stay that we extended our stay with 2 extra days.
Very quiet, a lot of privacy, unique place, beautiful nature around and near Clanwilliam, a nice little town. Very Afrikaans. Very nice welcome and a lovely dog around!
Great service with absolute privacy. Definitely value for money. The Jacuzzi was definitely a plus!
We plan to visit Boskloof Swimming Pool again. They are well equipped for cold or hot weather. The surroundings are very beautiful along the river. It's an ideal place to find rest for your soul.
I would recommend Boskloof Swimming Pool to everyone, it is an incredibly cute place and very peaceful. Friendly people and very helpful. I would go back again anytime.
Found the accommodation very neat. Everything was in place. Friendly reception.
Good location with great amenities!
Ideal for a getaway holiday or weekend. The house was very nicely furnished, clean and tidy. The reception was very friendly and helpful.
If you are looking for a nice weekend getaway during the cold winter months, Boskloof Swimming Pool is the perfect place. The fact that there is no cell phone signal helps you forget about the busy life you have left behind for a while. We stayed in Nenna's House, which is suitable for 2 people or even a couple with 2 young children. The cottage is very neatly furnished with everything you would need. There is an outdoor barbecue, but you will have to make an alternative plan if it rains. You can hear the river when you sit on the porch with a glass of wine or even inside in front of the fireplace with a good book. The beautiful walking paths between the citrus farms allow you to get out of the house a little and enjoy the natural beauty. I would recommend Boskloof Swimming Hole to anyone looking for a weekend of fun.
Was very beautiful and everything was very neat and comfortable. Will stay there again for sure!
A lovely place, perfect for a weekend break away from the city noise. Rest a peace for the soul.
We really enjoyed our time at Boskloof Swimming Pool. It was so wonderful to be able to just rest in nature. The silvery clean water of the swimming hole was an absolute pleasure for mind and body. We can't wait to go again. Wonderful resting place for soul and body.
Tranquil and safe area for the entire family. The river is very clean and the entire terrain is neat. Everyone very friendly and the children enjoyed the donkeys and zebras a lot.
Take someone with you with whom you can have a good time. There's nothing to do, but that's why you should go there. To rest and relax. It's very beautiful there and the babbling of the river sounds wonderful.
Lovely under the trees with a nice barbecue area, safe swimming hole and peaceful atmosphere, all a recipe for great relaxation!
Enjoyed the swimming tremendously. The climb up to the top of the toring was challenging and left all of us who attempted it with a feeling of accomplishment. Fishing for bass was good. No efforts seem to have been made to reduce the bass and banded tilapia populations. No red fin minnows nor clanwilliam yellow fish were seen with an overabundance of small bass. Management should consider air-conditioning for all units if they wish to fill the units in summer. Overall a wonderful week was enjoyed. We will be back.
We enjoyed Boskloof Swimming Hole very much. It was also a winner with our kids. We definitely plan to come back for more visits.
The praises of the environment cannot be sung enough. Everywhere you turn, you stare at the picture. Extreme temperatures, whether hot or cold, can drive you indoors, luckily this indoors fully caters for every extreme. The road there is a challenge, but any Sedan will get you there. Everything you find on Boskloof immediately makes you forget about the little corrugated iron road. Boskloof is a place that you will always think about again, that you will long to return to and visit again ten to one.
Our reception was very friendly and the staff were very accommodating. The place is perfect for the traveler with small children. Our little girl (3yrs) and boy (almost 2) had a great time frolicking in the shallow water of the swimming hole. There was a swing and slide right in front of our little house and even the zebra came to say hello a few times!
Area and surroundings beautiful. And had a wonderful swim and stay!
Very neat clean and friendly service. Management goes out of their way to make your visit as comfortable as possible. Will definitely recommend them.
We would very much like to visit again, Boskloof is definitely recommended, just a pity we only had one night. The units are clean and tidy and there is everything one needs. The river is easily accessible and the donkey and horses that often visited the camp at our cottage were bonus entertainment for our 2 year old daughter! Each unit has 2 inner tubes to float around on the river which was a nice surprise and there is even a climbing frame with a swing and a slide for the little ones! All I can complain about is that there was not a candle anywhere in sight for the candlelighters! At least it wasn't urgent, I just wanted to light candles with dinner! The lady at reception didn't know about us arriving either, but that's my fault too, because I didn't bring any proof! I don't know if I read it wrong, but we weren't aware that there was no cell phone reception, so we couldn't have let the people at home know that we were safe!
Secluded and no cell phone signal. Beautiful and peaceful area under trees, between the mountains. Perfect escape from the daily rush.
We were booked into Langhuis, it was great! Truly a place I will return to again and again, your soul finds rest in nature. The kitchen is well equipped with everything you need and it was nice to stay there for a few days. Boskloof will definitely see me again, together with some friends and family!
Wonderful getaway where you only have each other and time to become "human" again, especially after all the everyday activities!
It was so nice to come and rest here. The nature is picturesque. No cell phone reception forced me to rest and relax for once. I will stay just a little longer next time. One night is definitely too little.
Was here with partner and 2 dogs. Dogs could enjoy themselves, not too open so that they see other dogs, and not too closed that they disappear all the time. A bit inconvenient that there are no card facilities.
The accommodation needs serious repairs. Gustav cottage's front door doesn't lock or unlock easily. The kitchen tap and hand-spray over bath need repairs. The dustbin drawer and the cupboard in the bathroom are needing repair. We saw at least 3 beehives in hollow logs close to the house. We needed an extra dustbin packet. There wasn't a proper drying up cloth. There should definitely be fly screens on windows and doors as the flies were bad even in cooler weather. Generally they need to revamp the entire cottage as it's not up to standard for what they charge. People we met who had a one bedroom cottage left early as their bed was extremely uncomfortable. I've got friends going there in December and am concerned.
Fully equipped self-catering unit. Beautiful view.
It's a quiet area outside the town. We were at home in Kliphuis no 6. The hot tub on the veranda was a winner. Improvements are being made such as a built braai on the stoep and it will be good. The valley is beautiful! We will definitely stay here again.
We thoroughly enjoyed our visit at Boskloof Swimming Pool. This was the second time we have stayed there and will return any day. Many thanks to everyone who made it so enjoyable.
More than we expected. Had a really nice rest. The location is perfect for a relaxing time and what a privilege it was to be without signal. Love it! Can recommend it to anyone.
Really enjoyed it and nice farm environment.
Very disinterested welcome. We booked for 6 adults but were given a unit with a sleeper bed for two adults in the lounge and when we enquired about changing we were told it is a six sleeper unit! Bathroom with toilet that comes off the lounge inadequate for 6 people and the bathroom door did not close properly. We were disappointed with our accomodation.
We stayed in a farm tipe house. Very private, spacious, good fireplace. Well-equipped kitchen. Little streams, sheep grazing about, almond trees in bloom. Idyllic place to rest and relax. Must be wonderful in summer. We will definitely be back.
Enjoyed our short stay at Swemgat.
Not a very warm welcome. The unit is a beautiful "hartbeeshuisie" that is neat and well-equipped. Inside and outside braai. Inside braai lets smoke into the house at times. The only negative thing was the lack of cellphone recdeption and the WiFi, as advertised, is only available at reception.
Beautiful scenery! Cute accommodation.
Really had a good time.
I will recommend it any time - especially to nature lovers!
Beautiful surroundings, very quiet. Everything was clean and well taken care off. For people without a 4x4 car, just note that lots of roads in the Cedarberg area are gravel roads, especially difficult if you want to go to small villages like Wuppertal (not worth the long drive there b.t.w.). Other than that the stay was just amazing.
Boskloof Swimming Pool is very beautiful and we had a great time. The houses are beautiful. I think it can only be renovated inside, e.g. hanging space for clothes, and sufficient wall plugs, as well as a dressing table with sufficient light where one can sit and write or/and make-up and comb hair.
Wondeful getaway, totally relaxing. The little house is fully equiped. One issue: the house is right on the farm road, so passing vehicles and pedestrians were a disturbance. That said, still very nice.
We loved being surrounded by stillness and nature! The kids (3 and 4) played their hearts out in the safe area by the river and they even built sand castles. The horses, donkeys, and sebra were the hightlights for them. We couldn't use the fireplace/inside braai, smoke kept coming out, but the house was comfy. No breadknife. And only 2 clothes hangers. Low pressure in the geyser, so quiet a struggle to have a warm shower. But the positives outweight the negatives! Stunning view from the double bed. You wake up with a smile on your face.
The cottage is simple but offers all you need. Fireplace inside the bedroom was very welcome and the Jacuzzi hard to get out of. A great spot to watch the stars as it gets real dark here.
Although my room wasn't ready as they didn't get my reservation that I made through the internet the day before, they did it quickly and the rest of the time everything was peaceful and pleasant.
Beyond beautiful surroundings and views. Well equipped and spotless cottage with lovely decor. Pet friendly and an inside braai a bonus. Loved Fiva's cottage, private and peaceful. Would love to return. Thank to LekkeSlaap for excellent service and spot on directions. We highly commend you!
Accommodation was spacious with all the necessary comforts for a road weary traveller. One complaint - the single bed's mattress was so hard that I slept on the couch in the lounge.
We arrived from Windhoek after dark, and would have liked to explore the beautiful surroundings late afternoon. Everything was very well looked after and tastefully decorated. Feels farm-like and natural. Good value for money.
A small river runs at the feet of the cottages, you are reasonably far from your neighbors so you don't hear jam but only see their light on the woods at night. Bathroom perfect, towels provided. Many towels provided and comfy beds. All kitchen equipment is functional. Braai area with a lot of easy wood around the house.
Fantastic and relaxing during the week, but a nightmare on Friday nights, drunk neighbours in two houses making so much noise until 6 the next morning. They market Boskloof Swemgat as a relaxing getaway so the rules should indicate strict times and this should be enforced. I still recommend Boskloof Swemgat because I'm sure they'll do something about it.
It was very peaceful. Lisbie really looked well after us all. It has the most lovely swimming are and we also made friends with our neighbours.
We stayed in Boskloof for two nights. We didn't really receive a warm welcoming. In the house we stayed there was a lot of information about Clanwilliam, but the schedule of the year's events in Clanwilliam was for 2015. No information about Boskloof itself. The next day we wanted to go to the cave and mountain pools, but we didn't have any information about the route. Couldn't fnd anyone at reception and after we rang the bell and waited a few minutes, a lady arrived and could tell us where the trail starts. We got lost on our way, and we're sure it could have been avoided if we had more information. Our cottage was very neat, with a beautiful view and had everything we needed. Very quiet and peaceful.
The resort offers a unique holiday experience with the swimming hole in the river and its seclusion from the town. The chalet is not luxurious, but the idea is definitely to be outside the chalet in nature and further in the area. Unfortunately the chalet was not very clean. It was a shame because it does the place an injustice.
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Unbelievable getaway destination. I would definitief recommend Boskloof Swemgat.
What's better than sitting under the stars wihtout a phone to bother you and lights that mask the star light! it was a lovely farm experience! Definitely at the top of my list of nice places to visit! Boskloof Swemgat is a peace of heaven on earth!
We decided on the place in March. We stayed in Nenna. Wow what a view! It is absolutely the ideal destination to recharge your batteries. Thank god for no cell reception and TV. We took our mountain bikes to Clanwilliam Saturday morning for coffee and all the people along the way were so nice and didn't kick up too much dust unnecessarily. The resort is bliss in the drought. It was by far the best R1240 we've spent in a long time. Thank you for the beautiful resort. You will definitely see us again soon!
We visited Boskloof in March and it is a green oasis in an otherwise barren landscape. Everyone really enjoyed the swimming hole and it was a real treat in Clanwilliam's heat. We stayed in Gustav (sleeps 8) but the dining table only had 5 chairs. Boskloof is definitely not the ideal holiday spot for a city dweller who cannot live without his TV and mobile phone reception!
Paul, Juanita and Elizby are fantastic hosts. We enjoyed our time there so much. The Boskloof is beautiful and we had a nice braai and a good time swimming and relaxing. The sound of water and the birds chirping is incredible - makes you forget all about the city and contributes to the tranquil atmosphere. Will recommend it and will also stay there again.
Very friendly reception. It was a peaceful getaway with a stunning location.
We had the warmest weekend in a long time. When we arrived there the air conditioning was allready switched on so the little house was nice and cool. Everything was nice and clean. Breathtakingly beautiful. I'll recommend this place to anyone and will be back soon.
What a privilege to overnight there. Everything was 100%.
We had a great stay and the kids were in the water or playing with the animals the entire time. I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a family getaway. We would stay here again.
It was very peaceful, our little one enjoyed the river a lot. I would suggest that you open a few walking trails to the mountain. Would have been nice to be able to go for a walk. Would also have liked to have known beforehand that there are no card facilities.
Our time at Boskloof Swemgat was incredibly nice and we will definitely recommend it to anyone wanting to go there to rest. The houses are equipped with everything you could possibly need, very neat and well laid out. All the houses are far enough from each other so that each has their privacy and you don't bother or hear each other at all. There are many farm animals and even 2 zebras that provide entertainment at all times. The staff are helpful and friendly. We stayed in Kliphuis and there you have a private stream flowing past the house and you don't ever have to go outside the borders of the house. We enjoyed our time and will definitely go again.
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Ons het in Hangnes gebly en die Jacuzzi op die stoep vreeslik geniet. Dit is 'n ongelooflike plek maar hulle moet tog probeer om 'n meer ontspannende atmosfeer in die eenheid te skep. Die sitkamer is vreeslik styf en formeel. Ek stel ook 'n gemaklike bank of 'n gemakstoel voor sodat jy werklik die rustigheid en stilte kan indrink terwyl jy sit en boeklees. Dít sal nou lekker wees en die eenheid omskep in 'n plek waar jy heerlik kan ontspan en herlaai. Ek kan dit regtig aanbeveel en sal beslis weer daar 'n draai maak.
The tranquillity and peacefulness of the place was revitalising. It was like being one with nature. My fiancé and I enjoyed the weekend tremendously and the accommodation was perfect and welcoming. Would definitely come back again!
We enjoyed it very much and will definitely go back.
Wonderful relaxing weekend spent with family and friends at Boskloof Swemgat, beautiful natural pools to swim in, well appointed cottages; and very friendly staff members. What a treat to be without electronics and cell phone signals and truly enjoy Mother Nature.
Our stay was absolutely lovely, the weather was hot, the river beautiful, the houses are old but clean. The staff were absolutely amazing, so helpful and friendly. Felt very safe and will definitely be back.
Very pretty rural atmosphere. Peaceful. Nice!
The accommodation was clean. The environment was lovely, but the stay could have been better. I expected more, looking at the photos.
The swimming area is amazing and ideal for smaller children. The environment is beautiful and safe. The cottages are not luxurious, although one pays quite a lot and therefore expects more.
The customer service was excellent. Due to a motorcycle accident, the one person who was also booked for could not be there. Although there was an offer to pay for the person, the owner wanted nothing to do with it. The overnight stay was beautifully clean and tidy. The environment and nature were breathtaking. Truly a place I will seek out again if the opportunity presents itself.
Boskloof Swemgat is where we would go to rest and enjoy nature.
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Very centrally located. Very warm reception, made us feel at home immediately. Nenna's cottage offered everything we needed. Breathtaking surroundings. Soul food. Definitely worth a further visit.
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Friendly reception from Era and staff. Little house was tidy, clean, and comfortable. The Jacuzzi on the patio was a nice surprise, what a treat! Wonderfully quiet and private. Thanks for awesome accommodation.
Very nice quiet and opportunity to rest. Also well located to visit various places from here.
It's very basic with little fuss around the aesthetic side of things.
We were welcomed warmly. It has everything you could need and is very comfortable. Very peaceful and in a beautiful location. Will definitely return and recommend it to others.
The house has all the necessities. It was nice and clean. The hostess was very helpful and friendly. We will definitely go again.
Very nice place. It is definitely recommended.
We took a shot in the dark for a getaway. We never expected this little slice of paradise. Luxury in simplicity. Thanks for the warm welcom, helpfulness and nice chats. We envied everyone who stayed longer than us.
My husband and I and 2 children were there. The reception was good, the house clean and tidy. The tranquility and calm that one experiences there is breathtaking. Away from the noise of the town. I will definitely go again and this time I will take my whole family.
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We got there after sundown, tired from the drive with sleepy kids and the receptionist was not very friendly.
Goodness, this was the most pathetic accommodation for this price. The house is build from old ZAR asbestos or whatever panels. The so-to-be lounge is as big as a post stamp with a 2 seater couch as old as Noas Ark. Four people could not sit in the lounge and as it was heavily raining the first night, we (4 adults) had to squeeze into this tiny lounge/kitchenette. The only positive thing was the fireplace and the mattresses were of good quality. The second bedroom is so small that the couple staying there had to put their suitcases at the footend of their beds! We will never go there again. The location is very good.
If you want to get away from phones and look for tranquility, this is the place. The Owen cottage we booked had everything and really is so fully furnished that just unpacking your cooler is a joy. One can see it has been equipped with care and the traveler's needs have been taken into account. I will definitely go there again.
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The accommodation meets the standards we expected from such a small place. Everything is clean and tidy. For a break from the city it is excellent!
It was terribly hot in the Cape during our visit, and since the windows and door do not have security gates and burglar bars, we were too afraid to open them at night. We got terribly hot, despite the fans provided. Despite that, we really enjoyed our stay.
Nice place with swimming water, which you really need in December and January because it was very hot there. Warm welcome and lots of privacy at the cottage.
Outside the town. 8km dirt road. Very nice places to stay.
Me, my family and another family went to stay at Boskloof for a few days. The house had a beautiful porch and braai. The farm is very quiet and peaceful and the perfect environment to switch off and rest. It's also close enough to town to walk back for shopping and sightseeing. There were an awful lot of fish moths, spiders and other creatures inside our cottage, so if these things bother you a lot, this might not be the place to go to relax. The river with the little beach was certainly the highlight and the children enjoyed it so much.
We found the staff to be very helpful and friendly. Even after hours they did not hesitate to come and help quickly with a problem. We can only speak highly of our experience at Boskloof. Many thanks also to Era and her staff for her hospitality.
Ideal holiday for family. Accommodation is clean, tidy and well equipped. Location very good - close enough to town, but still secluded and without WiFi/mobile phone reception to be able to relax. The swimming hole is fantastic. We were on the 'beach' all day, caught 4 fish and floated around on water and river on tractor tires. Walking up mountain was accessible even for 5 year old, and views beautiful. We will definitely come again!
Loved Boskloof Swimming Hole itself and it is ideal for families with children who can already swim.
The accommodation is unique in an old house. Hanging space for clothes is totally absent. Front door could not unlock when closed. I wanted to ask for help with that in the morning but there was no one in the office. The lady who received us was friendly but had a strong smell of booze and a trailing tongue. I should add we didn't arrive until about 6.40pm, if that may be an excuse. Despite the above, it is a beautiful environment and cottage where one can rest and relax. No cleaning service: not offered at extra charge either.
We stayed at Boskloof Swemgat for 4 days while touring the Cederberg and surrounds. Good place for a base.
I was at the Boskloof Swimming Pool for the second time. The atmosphere of the place just has its own charm. Calm and reassuring. Will go back again and again and again.
The house was very neat and clean. Well equipped. The linen was of good quality. It was really nice to spend the night here.
It was quite strange to hear that we still had to pay R365 when we arrived! The misunderstanding was then cleared up, but it left a bad taste in the mouth.
Neat and comfortable. I would stay there again. 8 cottages with neat large lawns and swimming area. Ideal for groups of friends and children.
No cell phone, no TV, quiet, beautiful surroundings and it's perfect.
Very beautiful, quiet and tidy. Extremely friendly host, well organized.
If you want to get away from people and the hustle and bustle of your job for a weekend, this might be an option. Not much to do, but sometimes you need it too.
It was a very nice visit! Very calm. The stars in the evenings had been something to behold, breathtaking. The cottages are real old farmhouse designs and if you are looking for something luxurious this is not the place for you. You should go as a group of people who can hang out all night. Since there are no TVs or mobile phone reception, you just have to take something with you to keep the children occupied if you as parents just want to sit back and relax and in case the river water is a little cold. For the price you pay, we expected a little more than we got. If you want to keep in touch with your family or friends, you have to drive into the village.
House was very neat and clean, people are very friendly and we enjoyed our stay and have a good rest.
Everything was 100% perfect.
Directions very good. The place is peaceful and it's nice to go for a walk. There is plenty of play space for children. A wonderful place to relax for a family with children. Will definitely want to visit there again. Just a pity there is no reception for mobile phones, TV and or radio.
Excellent service, location and atmosphere. Swimming place is something special.
It is a lovely place for a couple without children. Private swimming pool is a big plus in the summer! There are no closets to hang clothes. Furthermore, everything is wonderfully peaceful, quiet and the ideal place to get away from the hustle and bustle of life.
Calm atmosphere. Can relax in the beautiful nature.
I booked and paid in full for the overnight accommodation at Boskloofswemgat 6 months before the visit to Clanwilliam. We spent only one night there and the cottage was a big disappointment for us. We were allocated a 2 bedroom asbestos cottage with very cramped bedrooms. The bathroom is large and the living area/kitchen acceptable. The house is run down, old and some of the furniture is run down and broken. It was not cleaned properly. The chalet right next to us was a beautiful Cape style stone building with a thatched roof and the rooms and furniture were beautiful and spacious. It is also a 2 bedroom and no guest believes I will complain about that one. Avoid staying in No. 2. It's awful and a real let down if you're expecting beautiful old Cape farm style. Also be warned that a breakage deposit in cash is required on arrival.
We had a great stay, cottage was very clean.
Our host, Joan was very professional and always willing to assist where she can. The place is breathtaking, no words can explain the feeling of getting in touch with nature, you must experience this yourself. The accommodation is clean and well looked after, my 17 yr old son and 6 yr old loved the place and we will definitely be returning. We will definitely recommend this place.
Will definitely come again, the place was phantasmagoric.
Beautiful scenery. Perfect relaxation!
A wonderful area and lovely, peaceful place. The cottage was well set up and ideal for our visit. I'd love to spend more time there!
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Peaceful and very scenic and the view of the stars and the Milky Way at night was nothing short of magnificent! Put out all lights and move away from the chalet and look towards the heavens for a spectacular sight!
The location was also excellent and the bedding of very good quality. We had a wonderful stay, the road to the cottages was in excellent condition.
There is no service during the stay, apart from the braai area which is cleaned.
We were well received and the houses are very neat and cute with everything you could want. The farm environment and the river create a peaceful atmosphere for relaxing. Would definitely recommend Boskloof swimming hole.
Very well furnished and nice atmosphere!
I will definitely recommend them to friends. Our little house was a bit cold, but we made a fire!
The place where we were was very neat and well equipped. We just started hanging out in front of the fireplace until late at night.
A wonderful, peaceful place to stay!
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We were four couples in two houses and really enjoyed the stay here.
A little more finishing in terms of the interior, a little more attention to e.g. dishcloths, dishwashing soap made it more complete.
A light breakfast would have been welcome for that price. The environment is very peaceful and beautiful.
We really enjoyed the weekend at Boskloof. The accommodation was well equipped and beautifully clean on arrival. The hostess was very friendly and helpful. We will definitely make a visit there again!
Everything wonderful and it's a lovely 20 minute drive from Clanwilliam.
Nice stay - more fans would have been nice though (only 1 available in 2 bedroom house).
I chose it for sentimental value...and got much more than I hoped for. Even though it was high summer and very hot, I thoroughly enjoyed the stay.
We as a family visited Boskloofswemgat together - beautiful surroundings with wonderful hospitable people! Definitely recommend it!
Wonderful setting! Private, clean and peaceful!
We enjoyed our stay. It is a beautiful spot, just suggest that the hostess makes some suggestions about the area and where we should go. Our only complaint was the braai, which needs to be replaced.
We travel a lot and only use self-catering units. This place is really well equipped and clean. We will definitely stay there again.
This is a very special and nice place that I would like to visit again.
We enjoyed it so much,wish we could stay for a week!
Beautiful surroundings and cottage, and friendly reception.
Very nice environment!
Staff so helpful and accommodating, Joan was very welcoming and charming.
The silence and the fresh mountain air! Would have liked to stay longer. No TV and mobile phone.
Beautiful nature, tranquility ideal for self-care. Nice people.
Good location, very clean and tidy with all basic self-catering facilities. The fireplace was a plus and the lovely view and tranquility.
The peaceful location is stunning.
The surroundings are absolutely beautiful!
Beautiful place! Here we go again!
The directions to Boskloof swimming hole were good and very clear. We were very surprised with the place! The price was very reasonable and it's a beautiful setting and grounds. We would highly recommend the place to everyone.
Yes, it was very nice and very neat. We will go again.
No water on 17 Jun.
If you are looking for a place to unwind, this is the place for you.
My spouse, my 3year old son, and I booked in for a 2-night stay. We sat under the trees and enjoyed the views, as well as the cool water of the swembad and took long walks. I would go and stay there next weekend again if I could! It was fantastic!! It's everything you can ask for if you want to rest and start the Monday fresh and with a smile.
Perfectly located for a getaway weekend, if you just want to chill in the quiet of nature.
Directions were incorrect, as R363 should be R364. Otherwise, great location.
It's right on the banks of a flowing river.
The little house was lovely and the locality was stunning. One of the best things was that there was no TV, radio or cell phone reception and you could hear the river and the birds. You could also see the horses in the distance. In the evening we had a visit from a Jack Russell who refused to go home, he only went when we went to sleep and in the morning we had much fun playing with a young Labrador and later watching her playing with a doggie friend. My friend was so excited, because there are so few places you can take your dogs with. I knew that from your website, but did not tell her, because we did not have place in the car for her dog, but she will definitely try to go there again. If we were not in such a hurry, we would really have stayed longer. Thank you for introducing us to this lovely place.
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Please note that there is a gravel road leading to the accommodation. Guests are required to enquire from the establishment about the condition of the gravel road before booking. Low clearance vehicles will be able to reach the establishment.Children aged between 0 and 2 stay free.
Wood is available for sale on the farm for guests convenience.
An additional breakage deposit of R200 is payable on the day of arrival and will be refunded within 7 days after departure by bank transfer after inspection of the cottage by management. Herewith we reserve the right to deduct any costs involving breakages or any other damages incurred while occupying the cottage. No credit cards accepted.
Hangnes
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Hangnes cottage sleeps 6 guests and comprises 2 bedrooms and a shared bathroom fitted with a bath and shower. The main bedroom contains a double bed and the second bedroom has a 2 single beds. There is a sleeper couch in the open-plan lounge to accommodate 2 additional guests. The fully equipped kitchen has a fridge, mini-oven with a 2-plate stove, microwave, and a breakfast counter with bar stools. The unit has outdoor braai facilities. Guests can enjoy the Hot tub on the patio and the lovely cactus garden with a stone-built braai. The cottage is situated about 200 m from the river against the mountainside.
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Please note that there is a gravel road leading to the accommodation. Guests are required to enquire from the establishment about the condition of the gravel road before booking. Low clearance vehicles will be able to reach the establishment.
Children aged between 0 and 2 stay free.
Wood is available for sale on the farm for guests convenience.
An additional breakage deposit of R200 is payable on the day of arrival and will be refunded within 7 days after departure by bank transfer after inspection of the cottage by management. Herewith we reserve the right to deduct any costs involving breakages or any other damages incurred while occupying the cottage. No credit cards accepted.
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Hangnes cottage sleeps 6 guests and comprises 2 bedrooms and a shared bathroom fitted with a bath and shower. The main bedroom contains a double bed and the second bedroom has a 2 single beds. There is a sleeper couch in the open-plan lounge to accommodate 2 additional guests. The fully equipped kitchen has a fridge, mini-oven with a 2-plate stove, microwave, and a breakfast counter with bar stools. The unit has outdoor braai facilities. Guests can enjoy the Hot tub on the patio and the lovely cactus garden with a stone-built braai. The cottage is situated about 200 m from the river against the mountainside.
Fivaz se Huis
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This cottage comprises 2 bedrooms furnished with a double bed and 2 single beds respectively. A double sleeper couch is provided in the open-plan living area for 2 children. There is a shared bathroom fitted with a bath and shower. The unit comprises a kitchen equipped with a fridge-freezer, mini-oven with a 2-plate stove, microwave, and a breakfast counter with bar stools. The unit also has a fireplace and an outdoor braai area.
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Please note that there is a gravel road leading to the accommodation. Guests are required to enquire from the establishment about the condition of the gravel road before booking. Low clearance vehicles will be able to reach the establishment.
Children aged between 0 and 2 stay free.
Wood is available for sale on the farm for guests convenience.
An additional breakage deposit of R200 is payable on the day of arrival and will be refunded within 7 days after departure by bank transfer after inspection of the cottage by management. Herewith we reserve the right to deduct any costs involving breakages or any other damages incurred while occupying the cottage. No credit cards accepted.
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This cottage comprises 2 bedrooms furnished with a double bed and 2 single beds respectively. A double sleeper couch is provided in the open-plan living area for 2 children. There is a shared bathroom fitted with a bath and shower. The unit comprises a kitchen equipped with a fridge-freezer, mini-oven with a 2-plate stove, microwave, and a breakfast counter with bar stools. The unit also has a fireplace and an outdoor braai area.
Owen se Huis
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This cosy cottage has 2 bedrooms furnished with either a double bed or 2 single beds, and a shared bathroom with a shower, basin and toilet. The fully equipped kitchen includes a fridge-freezer, stove, oven, microwave, toaster, and kettle. There is outside braai and fire place inside the living area.
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Please note that there is a gravel road leading to the accommodation. Guests are required to enquire from the establishment about the condition of the gravel road before booking. Low clearance vehicles will be able to reach the establishment.
Children aged between 0 and 2 stay free.
Wood is available for sale on the farm for guests convenience.
An additional breakage deposit of R200 is payable on the day of arrival and will be refunded within 7 days after departure by bank transfer after inspection of the cottage by management. Herewith we reserve the right to deduct any costs involving breakages or any other damages incurred while occupying the cottage. No credit cards accepted.
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This cosy cottage has 2 bedrooms furnished with either a double bed or 2 single beds, and a shared bathroom with a shower, basin and toilet. The fully equipped kitchen includes a fridge-freezer, stove, oven, microwave, toaster, and kettle. There is outside braai and fire place inside the living area.
Langhuis
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Langhuis offers guests privacy and access to a secluded rock pool with an outdoor shower. There is a bedroom with a double bed and an en-suite bathroom fitted with a bath and shower. A sleeper couch is provided in the open-plan lounge to accommodate 2 children. The kitchen is fully equipped with a fridge-freezer, a mini oven with 2-plate stove, microwave, and a breakfast counter with bar stools. There is also an indoor fireplace, as well as outside braai facilities.
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Please note that there is a gravel road leading to the accommodation. Guests are required to enquire from the establishment about the condition of the gravel road before booking. Low clearance vehicles will be able to reach the establishment.
Children aged between 0 and 2 stay free.
Wood is available for sale on the farm for guests convenience.
An additional breakage deposit of R200 is payable on the day of arrival and will be refunded within 7 days after departure by bank transfer after inspection of the cottage by management. Herewith we reserve the right to deduct any costs involving breakages or any other damages incurred while occupying the cottage. No credit cards accepted.
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Langhuis offers guests privacy and access to a secluded rock pool with an outdoor shower. There is a bedroom with a double bed and an en-suite bathroom fitted with a bath and shower. A sleeper couch is provided in the open-plan lounge to accommodate 2 children. The kitchen is fully equipped with a fridge-freezer, a mini oven with 2-plate stove, microwave, and a breakfast counter with bar stools. There is also an indoor fireplace, as well as outside braai facilities.
Kliphuis
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This private 1-bedroom cottage has direct access to a river pool. The bedroom contains a double bed as well as a fireplace, while a sleeper couch is provided in the open-plan lounge. The shared bathroom is fitted with a bath and shower. The kitchen is fully equipped with a fridge-freezer, a mini oven with 2-plate stove, microwave, and a breakfast counter with bar stools. This cottage has an outdoor braai place and a Jacuzzi.
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Please note that there is a gravel road leading to the accommodation. Guests are required to enquire from the establishment about the condition of the gravel road before booking. Low clearance vehicles will be able to reach the establishment.
Children aged between 0 and 2 stay free.
Wood is available for sale on the farm for guests convenience.
An additional breakage deposit of R200 is payable on the day of arrival and will be refunded within 7 days after departure by bank transfer after inspection of the cottage by management. Herewith we reserve the right to deduct any costs involving breakages or any other damages incurred while occupying the cottage. No credit cards accepted.
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This private 1-bedroom cottage has direct access to a river pool. The bedroom contains a double bed as well as a fireplace, while a sleeper couch is provided in the open-plan lounge. The shared bathroom is fitted with a bath and shower. The kitchen is fully equipped with a fridge-freezer, a mini oven with 2-plate stove, microwave, and a breakfast counter with bar stools. This cottage has an outdoor braai place and a Jacuzzi.
Gustav se Huis
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This house has 4 bedrooms, sleeping 8 guests. There are 2 bedrooms with double beds each and 2 rooms with 2 single beds each. The unit offers a spacious open-plan lounge with a fireplace and there is a fully equipped kitchen. The unit has a full bathroom fitted with a shower and bath and there is a separate toilet. An outside braai area is available to guests as well.
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Please note that there is a gravel road leading to the accommodation. Guests are required to enquire from the establishment about the condition of the gravel road before booking. Low clearance vehicles will be able to reach the establishment.
Children aged between 0 and 2 stay free.
Wood is available for sale on the farm for guests convenience.
An additional breakage deposit of R200 is payable on the day of arrival and will be refunded within 7 days after departure by bank transfer after inspection of the cottage by management. Herewith we reserve the right to deduct any costs involving breakages or any other damages incurred while occupying the cottage. No credit cards accepted.
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This house has 4 bedrooms, sleeping 8 guests. There are 2 bedrooms with double beds each and 2 rooms with 2 single beds each. The unit offers a spacious open-plan lounge with a fireplace and there is a fully equipped kitchen. The unit has a full bathroom fitted with a shower and bath and there is a separate toilet. An outside braai area is available to guests as well.
Nenna se Huis
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This charming cottage boasts a vintage and rustic atmosphere and comprises 1 bedroom with a double bed and a bathroom with and shower. The spacious open-plan living area features 2 single beds, a fireplace, and a magnificent view onto the Cederberg Mountains. The kitchen is equipped with a fridge, mini oven with a 2-plate stove, toaster, and a kettle. Guests can have a lovely outdoor braai while also enjoying some pleasant stargazing.
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Rates displayed are on a self-catering basis.
House Rules
Please note that there is a gravel road leading to the accommodation. Guests are required to enquire from the establishment about the condition of the gravel road before booking. Low clearance vehicles will be able to reach the establishment.
Children aged between 0 and 2 stay free.
Wood is available for sale on the farm for guests convenience.
An additional breakage deposit of R200 is payable on the day of arrival and will be refunded within 7 days after departure by bank transfer after inspection of the cottage by management. Herewith we reserve the right to deduct any costs involving breakages or any other damages incurred while occupying the cottage. No credit cards accepted.
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This charming cottage boasts a vintage and rustic atmosphere and comprises 1 bedroom with a double bed and a bathroom with and shower. The spacious open-plan living area features 2 single beds, a fireplace, and a magnificent view onto the Cederberg Mountains. The kitchen is equipped with a fridge, mini oven with a 2-plate stove, toaster, and a kettle. Guests can have a lovely outdoor braai while also enjoying some pleasant stargazing.
The accommodation is self-catering with warm farm-style hospitality. Cottages are set along the river banks with beautiful views of the surrounding mountains. Four thatch-roofed cottages, 2 corrugated iron-roofed and 1 prefab cottage offer fully equipped kitchens, full bathrooms, bed linen and bath towels are provided. Most of the cottages have indoor fireplaces and all have outside braai facilities. Two cottages have a private Hot Tub. Cottages are equipped with free unlimited Wi-Fi. A tranquil environment for anyone looking to get some work done.
Wood and homemade products are for sale at the kiosk for your convenience. Guests can enjoy swimming and fishing in the clear, unpolluted river, bring their mountain bikes or take on the hiking routes by foot. Children can enjoy the farm animals and play in the river with tubes. In springtime, wildflowers carpet the landscape into a spectacular display. With around 1000 trees over 11 hectares, Boskloof Swemgat is home to an abundance of birdlife.
It is the ideal place for a family getaway, a romantic weekend, or some peace and relaxation away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, as there is limited cell phone reception.
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