A 19-minute walk from Robertson Art Gallery in Robertson, The Black House offers accommodations with access to an open-air bath. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi. On clear days, guests can head outside to enjoy the vacation home's outdoor fireplace or simply kick back and relax. Offering a terrace and pool views, the spacious vacation home includes 3 bedrooms, a living room, satellite flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen, and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower and a bath. A private entrance leads guests into the vacation home, where they can enjoy some wine or champagne and fruit. This vacation home is allergy-free and non-smoking. There is an on-site bar. Guests can swim in the outdoor swimming pool, go hiking, relax in the garden, and use the barbecue facilities. Robertson Golf Club is 2.6 miles from the vacation home, while Hick's Art Gallery is 18 miles away. The nearest airport is Cape Town International, 90 miles from The Black House, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
3 twin beds
Bedroom 2:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 3:
1 king bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10
Facilities
10
Cleanliness
10
Comfort
10
Value for money
9.9
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
10
High score for Robertson
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  • Evgenii
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    The house is just perfect, the design, all the utilities, the host Els is a wonderful lady. She met us with the cake, sparkling wine and baguette. We also had water, yogurt, milk in the fridge, tea bags, capsules for the Nespresso coffee machine....
  • Ronald
    South Africa South Africa
    The house and the facilities are outstanding. The host was great and provided a very warm welcome and superb service.
  • Tracey_rose
    South Africa South Africa
    Els went above and beyond to ensure we were comfortable and safe. She called restaurants to find availability on our behalf, met us at the house with sparkling wine, fresh fruit and mint water. She was incredible, would definitely recommend.

Hosted by Els Deschouwer

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Els Deschouwer
Once you have entered into this old Victorian, you never want to leave. What unfolds behind the entrance is a style statement, yet full of warmth and bonhomie, where any traveler will marvel at creative elegance of the interior design. The house is surrounded by lush nature and serenity. An exotique garden is the backdrop to a blue plunge pool and spacious patio, the heart of the house, with its fireplace for braais and a comfortable oversize couch. This swanky oasis also has a well equipped kitchen which affords itself to hosting exquisite dinners. The calm of the morning is best spent on the old style porch with morning sun, the rippling fountain and a coffee. This 3 bedroom holiday home, once transformed from its old Victorian original to an artistic, modern day Victorian charmer by an acclaimed interior designer, now exudes the finesse of its present owner and hostess of the house, Els, who graciously will make sure your stay is enjoyable and relaxing. You leave this distinguished jewel with a fresh mind, waiting for the next opportunity to disappear into this cocoon of decadent allure and a playful twist. The Black House will not stop to inspire or surprise you.
The Black House host, Els, is a hospitality wizard who has run acclaimed lodges and still co-owns and manages a boutique hotel in Cape Town. Hailing from Belgium, she combines her strong service ethos and decor flair with warmth and spirit. Robertson is Els' home away from home which means she can recommend walks and experiences to fully immerse yourself in one of South Africa's beautiful wine-growing areas, the Breede River Valley.
The surrounding Breede River Valley is the largest wine producing area of the Western Cape and offers a plethora of wine estates, like De Wetshof, Bon Courage, Springfield, Graham Beck, Rietvallei, Fraai Uitzicht, Excelsior wine estate and so many more all within a close distance to Robertson. Within walking distance to the house you will find the best butcher in town, AF Kriel slaghuis. Wonderful breakfast places are, Used To Bee New, Strictly Coffee and the excellent Four Cousins restaurant as well as Louretta’s bakery for marvelous cake and delicious pastries and bread. Other towns in the area worth a visit are Montagu and McGregor. The area is set against the majestic Langeberg Mountain range and offers many outdoor facilities like ... hiking, biking, Trail Runs , Horse riding, River Boat trips, Skydiving, Robertson Golf Estate, Wine Valley Safari etc more information your will find on the website from Robertsonwinevalley and Robertson62
Languages spoken: German,English,French,Dutch

Area info

Amenities of The Black House
Great facilities! Review score, 10

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Shared kitchen
    • Dining table
    • Coffee machine
    • Cleaning products
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Dryer
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Washing machine
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    • Kitchenette
    Bedroom
    • Linens
    • Wardrobe or closet
    • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Additional bathroom
    • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
    • Guest bathroom
    • Bathtub or shower
    • Shared toilet
    • Toilet
    • Free toiletries
    • Shared bathroom
    • Bathrobe
    • Hairdryer
    • Bathtub
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Fireplace
    • Sitting area
    • Desk
    Media & Technology
    • Flat-screen TV
    • Laptop safe
    • Cable channels
    • Satellite channels
    • Radio
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Socket near the bed
    • Sofa bed
    • Drying rack for clothing
    • Clothes rack
    • Electric blankets
    • Hypoallergenic
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Private entrance
    • Fan
    • Ironing facilities
    • Iron
    Pets
    Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Outdoors
    • Outdoor fireplace
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Outdoor dining area
    • Barbecue
    • Private pool
    • BBQ facilities
    • Patio
    • Balcony
    • Terrace
    • Garden
    Common Areas
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!
    • Open all year
    • Shallow end
    • Pool/Beach towels
    • Pool cover
    Spa
    • Beach umbrellas
    • Open-air bath
    Food & Drink
    • Fruit
    • Grocery deliveries
      Additional charge
    • Bar
    • Tea/Coffee maker
    Activities
    • Mini golf
      Additional charge
    • Horseback riding
      Additional charge
    • Hiking
    • Canoeing
      Off-site
    • Fishing
      Off-site
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
      Additional charge
    • Tennis court
      Additional chargeOff-site
    Outdoor & View
    • Inner courtyard view
    • Pool view
    • Garden view
    • View
    Building Characteristics
    • Detached
    Transportation
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    Entertainment & Family Services
    • Books, DVDs or music for children
    • Board games/puzzles
    Shops
    • Hair/Beauty salon
    Miscellaneous
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Security alarm
    • Safe
    Languages Spoken
    • German
    • English
    • French
    • Dutch

    Property practice

    This property told us they've implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, or nature.

    House rules

    The Black House takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 1:00 PM to 5:00 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 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Extra bed upon request
    Free
    Crib upon request
    Free
    3+ years
    Extra bed upon request
    Free

    The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction

    There's no age requirement for check-in

    Payments by Booking.com

    Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this reservation. During your stay, you can pay for any extras using Mastercard, ​Visa, ​Diners Club and American Express .


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Quiet hours

    Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 9:00 AM.

    Pets

    Free! Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

    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 The Black House 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.

    Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 09:00:00.

    FAQs about The Black House

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Black House on this page.

    • Check-in at The Black House is from 1:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

    • The Black House offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Hiking
      • Fishing
      • Tennis court
      • Canoeing
      • Mini golf
      • Golf course (within 2 miles)
      • Swimming pool
      • Horseback riding
      • Open-air bath

    • Yes, The Black House is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Yes, there's a private pool. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Black House on this page.

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

    • The Black House has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 3 bedrooms

      For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

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

    • The Black House is 650 feet from the center of Robertson. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Black House on this page.

    • The Black House can accommodate this group size:

      • 7 guests

      For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.