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18 Queen Street
Calitzdorp
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Western Cape
021 344 2440
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Karoo Life Bed and Breakfast
Karoo Life Bed and Breakfast
Karoo Life Bed and Breakfast
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Karoo Life is situated between Cape Town and Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) which means a comfortable drive of around 4 hours from either destination. Alternatively George Airport is approximately 90 minutes drive and Mossel Bay is under 2 hours drive through the scenic mountain passes.
The building dates back to 1880 and has seen life as the home of the local blacksmith, lodging for overnight travellers, home of the local cobblers and more recently outstanding accommodation and food for travelers exploring the meandering route between Cape Town and Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth).
Karoo Life offers two rooms in the main house and 3 garden rooms. The main house serves as the communal social and dining areas. A large covered deck looks over the extensive garden, with views of the mountains and a tranquil swimming pool to relax in after a hard day of exploring the nearby wine cellars or adventuring into the valleys and nearby mountains.
Breakfast is served daily either in the magnificent yellowwood floor dining area in the main house or on the deck for those who want to enjoy the tranquility and views.
Salie Restaurant is conveniently situated on the premises and serve the best steaks in Calitzdorp, delicious wood-fired pizzas and Klein Karoo specialities such as lamb curry and lamb chops.
Karoo Life is situated between Cape Town and Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) which means a comfortable drive of around 4 hours from either destination. Alternatively George Airport is approximately 90 minutes drive and Mossel Bay is under 2 hours drive through the scenic mountain passes.
The building dates back to 1880 and has seen life as the home of the local blacksmith, lodging for overnight travellers, home of the local cobblers and more recently outstanding accommodation and food for travelers exploring the meandering route between Cape Town and Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth).
Karoo Life offers two rooms in the main house and 3 garden rooms. The main house serves as the communal social and dining areas. A large covered deck looks over the extensive garden, with views of the mountains and a tranquil swimming pool to relax in after a hard day of exploring the nearby wine cellars or adventuring into the valleys and nearby mountains.
Breakfast is served daily either in the magnificent yellowwood floor dining area in the main house or on the deck for those who want to enjoy the tranquility and views.
Salie Restaurant is conveniently situated on the premises and serve the best steaks in Calitzdorp, delicious wood-fired pizzas and Klein Karoo specialities such as lamb curry and lamb chops.
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95 guests' feedbackLovely room, friendly host and welcome breakfast.
Never disappointed when we stay there. All aspects covered - rooms, breakfast and great hosts. Optional restaurant for evening meals is excellent.
It's such a nice experience to be welcomed and treated like a guest. Thank you. The breakfast was exactly what I was hoping for. Comfortable and neat. Clean. Loved it.
Headed to KKNK overnight at Karoo Life to explore the town and wineries. Had a nice stay and breakfast was delicious.
Very nice stay. Breakfast was delicious.
Pleasant room with access to the garden.
Very nice stay. Loving dog.
Friendly reception. Place very centrally located.
The room was spacious and the dinner was delicious. Excellent lamb, chops, and pizza baked in the pizza oven before your own eyes. The booking process itself was uncomplicated, and the hosts were very friendly.
Very friendly staff and a great location - would definitely stay there again.
We had a great time at the Karoo Life guest house. The host and wife (and adorable dog) were friendly and helpful. The food was nice and the room was neat. A place to sit in the bathroom for your bathroom items would be useful.
The food was great. Room well appointed. The hosts were very welcoming and accommodating. And Liefie (the Boxer) made us feel very welcome too!
The restaurant has delicious pizzas and we slept very well. The host and hostess were very friendly and helpful. We will definitely stay overnight at Karoo Life again.
Very well furnished. Central. Friendly host.
Will happily stay there again.
Comfortable, safe accommodation with a very friendly host who is excellent and provides delicious food. It's a bonus that dinner can be enjoyed on site. Perfect place to stay for a night or two. We will definitely visit there again.
Friendly service with neat facilities and safe parking Will definitely arrive there again.
We always stay here when passing through as the rooms are very good, breakfast is just right and the owners are friendly.
Convenient check-in. Spacious room and parking place. The breakfast is nice and the main house is beautiful (very old and well-maintained building). Quiet street in a nice historical neighbourhood but also close to the main street.
Room is comfortable. Would have preferred a shelf in the bathroom instead of a chair to pick up. No safe in room for valuables. Room was very neat and clean. Breakfast was slightly disappointing compared to the other 5 B&Bs we visited, but still adequate. Our room could not lock securely because the plate in which the lock moves was gone and the wooden part was broken. The dog was very friendly and we had a good time. Would I go again? Yes.
The stay was very good. We had a nice stay.
Stayed a few days midweek, room more than adequate, added bonus is fantastic menu for dinner options prepared to perfection. Absolutely worth the travel.
The accommodation was lovely - spacious room with modern decor, fresh linen and towels, very well equipped. And air conditioning! The large garden is tree-rich with some garden sets for the guests and with a view of the adjacent vineyards. There is also a swimming pool to cool off in the Karoo's heat. The location is excellent, within walking distance of the town and a short drive to the wineries of De Krans and Boplaas. Breakfast was included which was a bonus. The on-site restaurant surprised us with high-quality dishes - the best in town. The host and wife were very hospitable. Sweetheart, their dog, stole our hearts. Will definitely stay there again.
Wonderful host, hostess and food.
Nice stay.
Was just great, friendly service.
Convenient overnight accommodation. Friendly owners. Restaurant on premises. Great breakfast. Lovely swimming pool to cool off in.
Very cute place. Madeleine made us feel right at home. Food was delicious and Liefie immediately crawled into our hearts - she is too dear. All the best for 2023. You will definitely see us again.
We only stayed one night and slept well. Would advise owners to start looking at alternatives to power challenges. Very hot in summer and if aircon doesn't work bedrooms get incredibly hot.
We had a great stay. Very helpful owners. A very good breakfast too. It was very comfortable too.
We immediately felt at home upon arrival. Despite load shedding, we were comfortable and felt part of the town and community.
Host assisted us with towels, so we could have a swim in their pool.
Tasteful room, good mattresses, nice big shower, silence. And the dinners are delicious and affordable. We booked for the outward journey, and then decided to sleep there again on the return journey. Thank you for your hospitality!
The children also really enjoyed it, and will also stay there again. It is a very good place to stay, and explore rest of area.
Friendly service ensured a very pleasant stay.
Lovely garden cottage - comfortable and well appointed. Great breakfast. Perfect position to explore the town. Friendly hosts.
Stayed one night in Calitzdorp and although renovations were going on, our accommodation was great and the service fantastic. Will stay there again if we are in the area.
Go for Love so miss the dog. Had a great time. Definitely come again. Delicious breakfast and nice facilities. Only complaint is that room was not serviced when we stayed 2 nights.
The accommodation is comfortable and nicely decorated. Owners are easy-going people who make you feel at home immediately, their adorable boxer, Liefie, also does her part to welcome guests as soon as they step in. Ideal place to stay to explore the countryside as well as attend the pomegranate farm, Celebratio's fantastic outdoor shows.
The place is fantastically clean. The interaction of hosts was great. Breakfast was deliciously prepared.
Great B& B. Friendly reception. Clean spacious room. Had linen on bed of super quality. And had breakfast was fine. We will definitely come back again.
Breakfast also very good.
Positive experience, very pleasant owners.
The perfect overnight stop with extremely hospitable owners. Comfortable rooms, peaceful farm atmosphere and a loving dog-child, Liefie. Delicious breakfast before you embark on the rest of your journey. Can recommend it with the utmost confidence.
Have a good time, hospitable, friendly and safe.
Was satisfied thank you. Good luck for the future!
We found the young girls at the guest house very friendly and helpful. Our visit was very nice and so was breakfast. Will definitely stay at Karoo Life again.
Karoo Life is a piece of history in the heart of Calitzdorp. It's within walking distance of three large wine farms and offers safe accommodation at affordable prices. The breakfast was phenomenal and the people definitely make you feel at home. I will definitely stay there again and can definitely recommend Karoo Life. Well done!
Very huge rooms with all the amenities. Excellent braai area and "kuier area". Very tasty and interesting breakfast.
See stars.
Will definitely stay there again on our next visit to Calitzdorp!
Beautiful place, with a beautiful garden, beautiful pool.
Ons het heerlik gekuier, was vriendelik ontvang en die ontbyt was ongelooflik - lanklaas so lekker geëet. 11 uit 10 vir dit.
Everything was great, will visit again for sure.
Delicious breakfast - beautifully presented. Secure parking. Family room is spacious. Owner's welcome with a glass of Port was a nice surprise and made us feel at home.
We had a very pleasant one night stay at the Karoo Life B&B. The room was comfortable and the inviting pool was an added bonus. Michelle is a very welcoming, warm host. The best part was the delightful breakfast cooked by Henry - something to be experienced, not only for its tastiness, but also for its wonderful presentation. The location of the B&B is also very convenient for walking around the town, and visiting Boplaas and De Krans wineries. All in all, we were very satisfied with our stay. The only niggle was the ceiling fan which would intermittently make a grating noise.
Comfortable, spacious, convenient, lovely breakfast - all good.
Friendly hostess and her husband who conjured wonderful breakfasts with fine detail. Wonderful 'feel at home' experience with great support.
We had a warm welcome from our hosts, our rooms were very comfortable with spacious bathrooms and comfy beds. Our hosts set up everything for us to enjoy a fantastic braai on the lovely stoep. Karoo Life is well situated to walk to the shops and wine cellars with ample safe parking.
Calitzdorp definitely see us again. Zamani Grill with the smallest bar on the R62 is the best!
People are friendly and very accommodating. Nice classic and historical place.
We had a wonderful stay! Drink in the silence and let the old-fashioned charm take us by surprise! The breakfast was absolutely superb!
We were kindly received by our hostess, Michelle, and after unpacking, it was a lovely, relaxing weekend from the first moment. Really enjoyed the porch, garden and view of the mountains! Both days' breakfasts were big surprises and very well prepared and tasty by Henry and the rest of the kitchen staff! I would go again anytime!
Very neat and clean, enough to keep warm for cold winter. Lovely yard with enough space. Secure parking. The breakfast was a very pleasant surprise and delicious!
Facilities were adequate for overnight stays. Secure parking. Excellent host and hostess.
Building needs work.
We also went to eat at their restaurant. The best fish I have eaten in a long time. Breakfast was also very special.
Outstanding service, very friendly staff.
Karoo Life and Bed is a small B&B with rustic charm. Supper is not provided but restaurants are nearby. The breakfast was reasonable.
Once again we enjoyed our stay at Karoo Life with an absolutely delicious and tasty breakfast with wonderful hosts.
Very neat and clean. Outstanding facilities and wonderful breakfast.
Delicious breakfasts. Friendly host and wife. Nice spacious room. Enjoyed a lot.
See the stars.
Owners very friendly and helpful, rooms were very comfortable, warm and well equipped, breakfast was excellent.
Lovely stay and good breakfast, will definitely go again! Dear hostess and husband.
Henry and Michelle was great hosts and the breakfast was nice and beautifully served. Slept well, linen good quality, everything was what we wished for.
Very good organization and hospitality.
The facilities are very neat and the people are very friendly. They really went out of their way to make it enjoyable for us.
While we were there, a change took place. I think everywhere you will find times where maintenance or modifications need to be made. Here it went smoothly. Hats off to John. With all that, we were very happy there! Nice stay. Also thanks to the cook who made us an early breakfast. We had to leave early!
We had a comfortable stay in well-appointed rooms. The church bell that chimes every 15 minutes kept my son awake but that is what happens in a Karoo town! The dinner at Die Handelshuis was very good.
Typical Karoodorp, guest house conveniently close to restaurants. Room-en-suite tidy, nice decor. Very friendly reception by warm staff. Breakfast service not as desired.
We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely return. The rooms are beautiful and well equipped. The staff and owner are very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was lovely. Very tranquil accommodation with everything you need.
Nice stay.
Constructive criticism: Would recommend that they get a WiFi booster. Although you pick up the WiFi signal in the room and even in the dining room, no data can go through because of the WiFi strength. This is especially for when we go there for a business trip. Would also recommend a better TV bouquet, especially in the social area on the patio. Such a cosy space, but very limited if a group wants to watch a big sport event. The TV in the room makes such a noise that it can't be used.
We spent two nights at the Winter Festival in the very neat Zebra room. We were very friendly and hospitably received and immediately felt at home. Breakfast was from the top shelves. Can definitely recommend Karoo life.
We enjoyed our one night at Karoo Life so much! Bronwynne, the host, went out of her way to make us feel at home and she even gave us a glass of port when we arrived. Wonderful breakfast the next morning - just what we needed before our wine-tasting session in the area. We will definitely be back - places like these, with good service and affordable are so few and far between these days.
We were received very kindly and the ladies were very smart and helpful! The rooms are functional with everything one needs. I traveled with two small dogs and Karoo Life was very kind to welcome them as well (I made arrangements in advance). There is a big garden and we felt very safe. Feel free to visit there yourself and just pop into the Handelshuis across the street for a delicious dinner!
They themselves go the extra mile for guests.
The hospitality at Karoo Life outshone everything. The manager made everyone feel welcome and she went out of her way to make the accommodation as pleasant as possible. Premises needs a bit of maintenance but it doesn't impact the accommodation negatively. They should consider adding parking spaces, especially for bikes. Entrance and exit gates are a problem. It is located around a bend, vehicles and trucks race down the road. Heading out with a bike was a big risk, with a car also but less so. Maybe they could install a mirror so you can see properly before entering the road.
We were at Karoo Life Bed and breakfast for our tenth wedding anniversary. It was an incredibly nice visit. The owners and managers, Bronwyn, were incredibly friendly. We were spoiled with the most delicious breakfast every day. We will definitely go again and will take our kids next time. Best service, best value for money! Thanks to Karoo Life!
Nowhere to sit except on the bed and my mother told me a bed is not a chair. 2 Chairs ould be nice.
Thanks LekkeSlaap for excellent arrangements.
We enjoyed it tremendously and the reception was top notch. The hostess and her daughter went our of their way to make us feel at home.
Gorgeous place, clean and comfortable. Friendly staff and delicious breakfast.
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Ostrich Room (In the garden with own entrance)
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The Owl room is in the garden with views over the garden. This family room with a double bed and two single beds has ceiling fans and an air conditioner. The en-suite bathroom has a shower, basin and toilet. Additional facilities include a hair dryer, tea and coffee making facilities, a bar fridge and a flat-screen TV with OpenView.
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The Owl room is in the garden with views over the garden. This family room with a double bed and two single beds has ceiling fans and an air conditioner. The en-suite bathroom has a shower, basin and toilet. Additional facilities include a hair dryer, tea and coffee making facilities, a bar fridge and a flat-screen TV with OpenView.
Ostrich Room (In the garden with own entrance)
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The Ostrich room is in the garden with views over the garden. This room with a Queen size bed has an air conditioner and a ceiling fan. The en-suite bathroom has a shower, basin and toilet. Additional facilities include a hair dryer, tea and coffee making facilities, a bar fridge and a flat-screen TV with OpenView.
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The Ostrich room is in the garden with views over the garden. This room with a Queen size bed has an air conditioner and a ceiling fan. The en-suite bathroom has a shower, basin and toilet. Additional facilities include a hair dryer, tea and coffee making facilities, a bar fridge and a flat-screen TV with OpenView.
Tortoise Room (Upstairs in the main house)
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The Tortoise room is reached by a staircase in the main house and walks out to a balcony. Features old wooden floors. This room has a king-size bed, an air conditioner and a ceiling fan. The en-suite bathroom has a shower, basin and toilet. Additional facilities include a hair dryer, tea and coffee making facilities, a bar fridge and a flat-screen TV with OpenView.
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The Tortoise room is reached by a staircase in the main house and walks out to a balcony. Features old wooden floors. This room has a king-size bed, an air conditioner and a ceiling fan. The en-suite bathroom has a shower, basin and toilet. Additional facilities include a hair dryer, tea and coffee making facilities, a bar fridge and a flat-screen TV with OpenView.
Karoo Life is situated between Cape Town and Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) which means a comfortable drive of around 4 hours from either destination. Alternatively George Airport is approximately 90 minutes drive and Mossel Bay is under 2 hours drive through the scenic mountain passes.
The building dates back to 1880 and has seen life as the home of the local blacksmith, lodging for overnight travellers, home of the local cobblers and more recently outstanding accommodation and food for travelers exploring the meandering route between Cape Town and Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth).
Karoo Life offers two rooms in the main house and 3 garden rooms. The main house serves as the communal social and dining areas. A large covered deck looks over the extensive garden, with views of the mountains and a tranquil swimming pool to relax in after a hard day of exploring the nearby wine cellars or adventuring into the valleys and nearby mountains.
Breakfast is served daily either in the magnificent yellowwood floor dining area in the main house or on the deck for those who want to enjoy the tranquility and views.
Salie Restaurant is conveniently situated on the premises and serve the best steaks in Calitzdorp, delicious wood-fired pizzas and Klein Karoo specialities such as lamb curry and lamb chops.
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