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60 Murray Street
Swellendam
6740
Western Cape
021 344 2440
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-34.02784003805
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Dolittle Cottages
Dolittle Cottages
Dolittle Cottages
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Accommodation is offered in 2 cottages, Dolittle and Doless Cottages, that can each sleep 6 guests. Each cottage contains 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and an open-plan kitchen and lounge, that opens to a sheltered patio with braai facilities.
Each Cottage has an alarm and parking is behind a security gate, with electrified fencing around the perimeter with a wooden fence as barrier. Guests have access to a fenced splash pool to cool off anytime surrounded by a grass area for kids to play on.
We offer a laundry service at an additional cost per load from Monday to Friday by previous arrangement. Crockery, cutlery, bedding and bath towels are provided.
The property is equipped with a generator in case of load shedding. Someone is always available either on the premises or on call if there's anything you need that isn't provided.
We'll make sure there is coffee, tea, sugar and milk when you arrive and that the ice trays are full. There will also be enough wood for your first braai on us.
Accommodation is offered in 2 cottages, Dolittle and Doless Cottages, that can each sleep 6 guests. Each cottage contains 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and an open-plan kitchen and lounge, that opens to a sheltered patio with braai facilities.
Each Cottage has an alarm and parking is behind a security gate, with electrified fencing around the perimeter with a wooden fence as barrier. Guests have access to a fenced splash pool to cool off anytime surrounded by a grass area for kids to play on.
We offer a laundry service at an additional cost per load from Monday to Friday by previous arrangement. Crockery, cutlery, bedding and bath towels are provided.
The property is equipped with a generator in case of load shedding. Someone is always available either on the premises or on call if there's anything you need that isn't provided.
We'll make sure there is coffee, tea, sugar and milk when you arrive and that the ice trays are full. There will also be enough wood for your first braai on us.
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71 guests' feedbackWe had a wonderful 2 nights at Doolittle Cottage. The cottage has everything (and more) to make your stay comfortable. It has a lovely relaxed atmosphere and we enjoyed doing very little whilst we were there .
Thank you very much for the nice time there.
Dolittle Cottages were very neat and comfortable. It's a cute place for kids with the donkeys there. I would definitely recommend it to other people.
We will definitely stay at Dolittle again if we want to visit Swellendam!
Excellent value for money, very clean and location perfect.
The farm animals are such a welcome surprise. We had a wonderful relaxing time.
It was a nice stop between our other destinations. Was very comfortable and peaceful. Thank you
The cottage was spotless and had everything we needed with lovely personal touches. We absolutely loved the friendly donkeys, sheep and chickens. Lisa and Chantelle were wonderful free hosts. We wished we could have stayed longer!
Beautiful house with everything you need. Enough space, green grass and nice porch. Kids enjoyed the donkeys. Bonus: WiFi, generator and DStv.
Perfect place to stay a few days. Friendly and helpful staff.
Well set up unit which was clean and neat. The friendly donkeys were a treat to watch and we enjoyed feeding them some carrots. Only criticism is the sleeper couches which had some sharp wires which poked through when you sat on them. Sure they can easily be repaired. Big plus for us was the backup power which came on during loadshedding. Overall a very enjoyable stay.
Very nice place to stay, wonderfully peaceful. The house was very clean and tidy and very well furnished. Children also enjoyed animals and space.
This has been our third time staying here and they never disappoint. I have an 8 and 1 year old and they always have a camping cot ready for us. The kids love the animals and you get the feeling of farm life while in town. Absolutely great space and value for money.
Clean, neat and well stocked. Will definitely recommend. Multiple families and kids, we had a lovely stay.
Had a great time at Dolittle Cottage. The donkeys and chickens were a highlight for our 1 year old daughter. On our arrival we were warmly received and there were carrots in the fridge to feed the donkeys. Will definitely come again.
The animals were the highlight of my 2 year old's trip.
The place is beautiful ─ a nice porch with easy chairs to lie down and watch the chickens grazing on the grass and coming knocking for something to snack on. The donkeys also came to say hello and it was a lovely pastime. The cottage itself was luxurious, clean and tidy with everything and more that one could need. We had a great barbecue with wood that was provided.
Neat and clean with everything we needed. They even provided 2 camping huts for our little ones! The donkeys, sheep and chickens are very cute and fascinate the children terribly.
If suggestion is a safe - missed one. The staff went out of their way to keep us happy.
Neat, well equipped and safe accommodation. Farm animals contribute to a peaceful atmosphere. Braai wood and delicious braai facilities.
Wish we could stay longer. Had a great time.
We visited Dolittle for a friend's kitchen tea. We really enjoyed the weekend. The whole house was silver clean and all the kitchen facilities were in excellent condition. I couldn't find fault at all. I would definitely recommend Dolittle and keep it on my list of places to return to.
Clean, neat, modern, yet cozy accommodation with everything needed for a great self-catering stay. Host even left some carrots in the fridge to feed the donkeys. Already referred someone, and will definitely be returning myself.
Very neat accommodation in a beautiful environment, would highly recommend it!
Very beautiful and clean location. Host was very nice, polite and very helpful. The service of the staff/ workers was of excellence and was always there to assist and help where needed. My stay at the cottage was perfect and my little family really enjoyed it to the max, especially my little daughter who had the most amazing time bonding with the animals.
My husband and I stayed at Dolittle Cottages on 2 separate occasions, about a month apart, for a week each time. The Cottage has everything you could need for self-catering as well as little luxuries; all of high quality. The unit is very spacious with a large stoep, grass area and communal plunge pool for guests. The donkeys and chickens are a joy to have around. The housekeeping and grounds staff are very friendly and accommodating. This is a must-stay establishment when in Swellendam!
I was looking for a peaceful weekend and that's what I got. A child friendly place for my daughter. She was amazed by the beautiful animals and lovely pool to cool off in on the hot summer days. We had a wonderful stay and this will be our go to place every time we visit Swellendam.
Pragtige uitsig. Skoon en netjies. Als wat jy nodig het. Baie lekker vakansie gehou.
We spent four lovely days at Dolittle Cottages. The cottage is beautiful, spacious and excellently equipped. It really feels like you are staying on a farm in the middle of town. Next to the river (which came down just fine after the good rain on our arrival day) and with a view of the camp in which a sheep, three donkeys, and a few yard chickens! We felt very safe (thanks to the electrical security wiring and alarm system). The braai on the stoep was delicious and the car benefited from the shaded net parking. Although the two cottages were built next to each other, they still felt private. We cannot criticize the wonderful accommodation option in Swellendam. And will return without a doubt.
Friendly service in peaceful surroundings. Would recommend it.
This is just a very special place - the animals are special and create a rustic farm atmosphere, yet one is in the town and close to shops and other sight seeing experiences. But I needed nothing more than just sitting on the stoep of the cottage, relaxing with a book or just doing nothing! It felt as if I had been away on holiday for a week and not just a long weekend. Owner friendly and accommodating. Exceptional experience!
Our stay was fantastic, Lisa and her husband are very accommodating. The cottage was fully equipped with more than what you need and so wonderful to stay in. The animals add to the amazing atmosphere. I will definitely recommend and return!
The layout is excellent! Space, quality, nothing missing, pure pampering. The donkeys and sheep and pecans were a big bonus and the farm feel was lovely! Also the view of the mountains, security, environment. Be sure to visit the Bontebok Park - what a hidden gem! And visit Wildebraam taste room! Thanks for everything. You guys are super awesome!
Three friends on a long weekend getaway motorcycle tour through the Overberg
Now it was a good choice to end our week long break. Neat clean comfortable accommodation with an eye for detail and well equipped. The tranquility that the donkeys bring gives the farm atmosphere. Definitely recommendable for a few nights stay! We come again. Many thanks and blessings.
We stayed in DoLittle cottage and it was clear that a lot of effort is put into ensuring that the cottage is neat, modern, clean and comfortable! We travel a lot, also abroad, and the cottage was really one of the most comfortable and beautiful self-catering units we have ever stayed in. The presence of the 2 donkeys, a sheep and some chickens made the experience even more special and I really enjoyed giving the donkeys the carrots, which are in the fridge for this purpose. Will definitely stay at DoLittle cottages again if we are in the Swellendam area again.
Host is very friendly and helpful.
Friendly welcome, house very tidy.
It's the most beautiful house and it feels like you're on the farm even though you're in the heart of the town. The 3 donkeys and the sheep make it extra special. Would definitely recommend it.
We had a great stay and the scenery with animals (donkeys/sheep and chickens) just made it that much better.
Great stay, everything was perfect. If animals make you tick this is the place to be. Lovely to feed the donkeys and the sheep and as a bonus a chicken came to visit us every day. Just on that note, take lots of carrots with you, the donkeys have a big appetite and know how to ask, but it's lovely to feed them.
We had a great stay at Dolittle Cottages and our little girl (18 months old) enjoyed herself with the animals and large lawn. The cottages are nice and tidy, the lawn is green, the animals are friendly and everything is peaceful around you. We will definitely stay here again for a weekend!
Had a great stay, thank you!
Do Little and Do Less, the two cottages available, are very well-kept and totally spacious. We will definitely come back and make Doolittle Cottages our constant stay when being in Swellendam.
Really enjoyed our stay at Dolittle Cottages. Lisa was very helpful and would definitely visit again. The chickens in the morning was my daughters high-lite. It was like an Easter egg hunt, you never knew where they laid that egg next.
Would recommend anytime, very well equipped and tidy. Our photo sessions with the 3 donkeys and hens who each come to lay an egg in the kitchen and braai area brought us great excitement. Was definitely a very good choice and safe environment to spend the night.
This is excellent accommodation. The chalets are very well equipped. It's cozy and everything is in its place. The grounds are very tidy and security up to standard.
See stars.
Thank you for more than a pleasant stay and we will visit again for sure. Your cottage is exceptionally well equipped and was clean and tidy which made us feel at home. Greetings until next time.
The house was so neat and beautiful and everything was perfect! The atmosphere and Lisa's hospitality was very special.
Nice houses, nice and tidy and a very nice braai stoep.
What a great cottage, it is absolutely amazing! The whole experience is absolutely amazing I really would recommend this to anyone, there is a small splash pool that my daughter loved. Everything is so neat and tidy, of the best quality. Small touches made it so homey. We got cherries as well as nuts and it was a very nice surprise. The staff was so friendly and the donkeys adds a nice farm touch. It is close to everything and was a absolute pleasure staying there. We will def see you soon again! Thanx so much for everything!
Away from city life and nature-filled.
Very cute place, neat and would recommend. Good service, can't say anything bad. Only wish I could have stayed longer. Will definitely stay there again.
I have never stayed in any self catering accommodation that is so luxurious and well equipped. Everything was painfully neat and clean. It is so beautifully and homely decorated. The surroundings are beautiful and we enjoyed the donkeys and chickens just as much. I would recommend it anytime, even for those with kids, as there are lush green lawns to play on.
The place is neat and very beautiful! Had a great time!
I will definitely recommend it. People were very hospitable and it met all of our needs. Would like to see them make a success of their accommodation. They went out of their way to accommodate us.
It was a pity about the geyser. Intermittent hot water doesn't make for a pleasant shower experience. A few too many little decor elements. Would prefer less, especially when travelling with little kids. Otherwise a great little gem, with friendly welcoming service and I will definitely recommend to others and consider as a rest-stop when passing-by on a road trip again.
See stars.
Place is very neat. Do not arrive a minute before check-in time. Geyser had no gas. So make sure the hot water is okay especially if it is winter months.
Very clean, tidy, comfortable. Friendly service.
Can wholeheartedly recommend it! The place is spacious, neat and very stylish! The animals in the camp next door contribute to a lovely rural atmosphere of calm and tranquility!
We had the most amazing experience at Dolittle Cottages and I mean really amazing! The owners really went out of their way to make sure everything was perfect. The house was incredibly beautiful, neat and clean and in the house there is absolutely everything you can think of, we lacked nothing. The owners definitely understand what one needs when away from home for a night, definitely value for money. The amount of detail is just too much to mention. You can literally just stop there with your clothes and something to eat, because the rest is all there. My son had a great time playing on the big green lawn and enjoyed the donkeys very much. We really go away a lot and stay in many places and your place undoubtedly gets 10 out of 10 from us. We will definitely see Dolittle Cottages again when we are in Swellendam.
We found the owner very helpful and friendly. The accommodation is very beautiful and everything needed was available. It is a very a very cosy place that my wife and I enjoyed so much. The surroundings are also very beautiful with the animals and feel of nature at your doorstep. The accommodation is also in very close proximity to the town and places to explore in Swellendam such as the historical museums, farms and other fantastic places to visit within Swellendam. Very nice accommodation and highly recommend it. Well done and thank you for the lovely experience Lisa.
Beautiful neat accommodation. Ideal for people with children too. Lovely large lawn. Everything we needed was there.
We were warmly welcomed by the wonderful hostess. We have designated secure parking. The unit is fresh and new. It is spotless and very well equipped. It is spacious and comfortable. You feel close to nature with beautiful trees and mountains around you. Friendly donkeys greet from beyond a fence. I would stay here again anytime.
So much was done to make our stay pleasant. Very clean and tidy. Restful. We feel refreshed.
The owners are very helpful and go out of their way to make the stay pleasant. The animals are so friendly and the stay should be especially nice for children.
Incredibly beautiful and clean. Very friendly owners. Will definitely stay there again next time.
Beautiful, new, modern. Owners very hospitable. Awesome beds and bedding. Domestic donkeys are too cute. We recommend Dolittle 1000 times over!
Beautiful and very comfortable stay in the Cottage, our small children were delighted with the animals and it's really child-friendly. In Swellendam there are very few child-friendly accommodations, so this was a plus. Owners are professional, friendly and helpful and we couldn't ask for more.
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Doless Cottage can accommodate up to 6 guests and comprises 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and an open-plan kitchen and living area. The first bedroom contains a queen-size bed, and the second bedroom contains 2 single beds. There is also a queen-size sleeper couch in the living area. The bathroom contains a bath and a shower. The kitchen is fully equipped with a stove and oven, fridge-freezer, microwave, other small appliances, and cutlery and crockery. There is a breakfast bar with stools. The lounge contains a flat-screen TV. Outside, there is a covered patio with outdoor dining furniture and built-in braai facilities.
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No smoking in the cottages, but an ashtray is provided for outside use.
Children aged between 0 and 2 stay free.
Children aged between 3 and 18 pay 100% of the sharing rate.
We have a number of pets including dogs, cats, chickens and donkeys, so request that children be supervised.
We would allow small pets, but by arrangement only and only if both cottages are booked simultaneously by the same group of guests. We are planning on making the cottages pet friendly, but at the moment they are not.
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Doless Cottage can accommodate up to 6 guests and comprises 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and an open-plan kitchen and living area. The first bedroom contains a queen-size bed, and the second bedroom contains 2 single beds. There is also a queen-size sleeper couch in the living area. The bathroom contains a bath and a shower. The kitchen is fully equipped with a stove and oven, fridge-freezer, microwave, other small appliances, and cutlery and crockery. There is a breakfast bar with stools. The lounge contains a flat-screen TV. Outside, there is a covered patio with outdoor dining furniture and built-in braai facilities.
Dolittle Cottage
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Dolittle Cottage can accommodate up to 6 guests and comprises 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and an open-plan kitchen and living area. The first bedroom contains a queen-size bed, and the second bedroom contains 2 single beds. There is also a queen-size sleeper couch in the living area. The bathroom contains a bath and a shower. The kitchen is fully equipped with a stove and oven, fridge-freezer, microwave, other small appliances, and cutlery and crockery. There is a breakfast bar with stools. The lounge contains a flat-screen TV. Outside, there is a covered patio with outdoor dining furniture and built-in braai facilities.
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About This Room
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Bathroom
Room Facilities
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Extras
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Price Includes
Rates displayed are on a self-catering basis.
House Rules
No smoking in the cottages, but an ashtray is provided for outside use.
Children aged between 0 and 2 stay free.
Children aged between 3 and 18 pay 100% of the sharing rate.
We have a number of pets including dogs, cats, chickens and donkeys, so request that children be supervised.
We would allow small pets, but by arrangement only and only if both cottages are booked simultaneously by the same group of guests. We are planning on making the cottages pet friendly, but at the moment they are not.
Cancellation policy
before check-in
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Description
Dolittle Cottage can accommodate up to 6 guests and comprises 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and an open-plan kitchen and living area. The first bedroom contains a queen-size bed, and the second bedroom contains 2 single beds. There is also a queen-size sleeper couch in the living area. The bathroom contains a bath and a shower. The kitchen is fully equipped with a stove and oven, fridge-freezer, microwave, other small appliances, and cutlery and crockery. There is a breakfast bar with stools. The lounge contains a flat-screen TV. Outside, there is a covered patio with outdoor dining furniture and built-in braai facilities.
Accommodation is offered in 2 cottages, Dolittle and Doless Cottages, that can each sleep 6 guests. Each cottage contains 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and an open-plan kitchen and lounge, that opens to a sheltered patio with braai facilities.
Each Cottage has an alarm and parking is behind a security gate, with electrified fencing around the perimeter with a wooden fence as barrier. Guests have access to a fenced splash pool to cool off anytime surrounded by a grass area for kids to play on.
We offer a laundry service at an additional cost per load from Monday to Friday by previous arrangement. Crockery, cutlery, bedding and bath towels are provided.
The property is equipped with a generator in case of load shedding. Someone is always available either on the premises or on call if there's anything you need that isn't provided.
We'll make sure there is coffee, tea, sugar and milk when you arrive and that the ice trays are full. There will also be enough wood for your first braai on us.
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