• Entire apartment
  • 753 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • Mountain view
  • Garden
  • Swimming pool
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Free parking
  • Air conditioning
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Featuring a furnished, covered patio and barbecue in the back garden, Bidhuisie is a spacious apartment with street-side parking. It is set in Prince Albert, a small village at the foot of the Swartberg Mountain Pass. Bidhuisie has 2 bedrooms, each fitted with a double bed. They share a bathroom with a shower. These are all accessed from a lounge offering a sofa and armchairs. The open-plan kitchen features a microwave, fridge and stove. A dining table and chairs are also provided. There is a grocery store within the village. The Swartberg Mountains offer opportunities for hiking, mountain biking and bird watching. The Groot Swartberg Nature Reserve is around 30 minutes’ drive and Meiringspoort is around 1 hour 15 minutes by car. Bidhuisie Self-Catering House is around a 2-hour drive from the Karoo National Park.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Free Parking Available On Site

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.3
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Meryl
    South Africa South Africa
    The attention to detail was on point. Quality of furniture, linen, towels and furniture was excellent. Our host went the extra mile to organise us braai wood after she saw we were on motor bikes.
  • Carol
    South Africa South Africa
    A lovely spacious home with a stoep and a little plunge pool. Yummy rusks on arrival and fresh milk in the fridge was appreciated.
  • Pieter
    South Africa South Africa
    Good location Nice swimming pool Well-equipped place Air-con helped.

Host Info

Company review score: 8.7Based on 2,125 reviews from 5 properties
5 managed properties

Property info

Bid Huisie is a charming historic cottage situated in Prince Albert, a small village in the Great Karoo region of the Western Cape. The village lies at the foot of the scenic Swartberg Mountain Range approximately 42 kilometres off the N1 south towards Cape Town. Prince Albert is a favourite destination for peace-seeking tourists and businesspeople looking for a tranquil in-between break en route to Cape Town or Gauteng. Originally an old church, Bid Huisie is a beautifully restored wooden-shuttered cottage offering comfortable accommodation in two double bedrooms, with bathroom, fully equipped kitchenette and open area living space. A covered patio that overlooks a small splash pool surrounded by a private enclosed Karoo garden makes this an enchanting place to unwind from big city bustle.

Neighborhood info

In the middle of the peaceful Great Karoo in the Western Cape lies a quaint little village set amid beautiful natural surroundings. Just 42 kilometres off the N1 south towards Cape Town, you will find Prince Albert at the foot of the majestic Swartberg Mountain Range. Little has changed here since the first settlers founded this idyllic town around 250 years ago. Walking down tree-lined streets with their lovingly preserved Cape Dutch and Victorian buildings, you hear the gentle murmur of water flowing in the village’s irrigation furrows. Here, rural life is peaceful and unhurried, where friendly townsfolk greet friends and strangers alike with a smile and a wave. Nominated for Town of the Year in 2012, Prince Albert has no less than 19 national monuments, making it a treasure for those who value South Africa’s rich historical and architectural heritage.

Languages Spoken

Afrikaans,English

Area info

Amenities of Bidhuisie
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Internet
No internet access available.
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shared toilet
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Private entrance
  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Barbecue
  • Private pool
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • Plunge pool
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Activities
  • Cooking class
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Movie nights
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Stand-up comedy
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Temporary art galleries
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
Outdoor & View
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Mountain view
  • Pool view
  • Garden view
  • View
Building Characteristics
  • Detached
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Miscellaneous
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Key access
Languages Spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM

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

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

Check-out

From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

 

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prepayment

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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Bidhuisie accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

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

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

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

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 06:00:00.

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

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

FAQs about Bidhuisie

  • Bidhuisie is 1,800 feet from the center of Prince Albert. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Yes, Bidhuisie is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The prices at Bidhuisie may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Bidhuisie offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Bike tours
    • Cooking class
    • Movie nights
    • Swimming pool
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Stand-up comedy
    • Walking tours

  • Check-in at Bidhuisie is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.