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Blue Lily Retreat offers accommodations in Matjiesrivier, 27 miles from Cango Wildlife Ranch and 29 miles from Oudtshoorn Golf Course. Among the facilities at the property, there's also a pool with a view and outdoor fireplace. The bed and breakfast offers mountain views, a sun terrace, and free Wifi is available throughout the property. At the bed and breakfast, units include a wardrobe. Rooms are equipped with a private bathroom with a hair dryer, while certain rooms also offer a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher. At the bed and breakfast, units are equipped with bed linen and towels. For guests with children, the bed and breakfast features a children's playground. There is a garden with a barbecue at this property, and guests can go cycling and hiking nearby. Calitzdorp Railway Station is 30 miles from Blue Lily Retreat, while Groot Swartberg Nature Reserve is 14 miles from the property. The nearest airport is George Airport, 68 miles from the accommodation.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 10 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.9)


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 full bed
Bedroom 2:
1 full bed
Bedroom 3:
1 full bed
and
1 king bed
and
2 bunk beds
1 king bed
and
2 bunk beds
and
1 sofa bed
or
2 twin beds
and
2 bunk beds
and
1 sofa bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
9.6
Location
9.9
High score for Matjiesrivier
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Leon
    Denmark Denmark
    Fabulous location overlooking the Swartberg mountains. Fully equipped facilities at this tranquil retreat. Comfortable and quiet location. Fantastic hosts.
  • Kosie
    South Africa South Africa
    Very clean area.Breakfasts perfect.Setting beutifull..Nice quiet area.Beutifull mountains!!Very good hosts and personel.!!!
  • Victoria
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Liked EVERYTHING! Lieschen and Juan were wonderful hosts and made us feel totally welcome. Having arrived, we didn’t want to drive again so pre-booked with them a delicious lasagne and salad and also took them up on their offer of breakfast…...

Hosted by Juan and Lieschen Lategan

9.9
9.9
Host Review Score
Host Review Score

Juan and Lieschen Lategan
Situated in the Matjiesriver Valley in Oudtshoorn. We offer comfortable accommodation and a breath of fresh air in beautiful natural surroundings. In summer, Blue Lily Retreat is surrounded by abundant Agapanthus, also known as the blue lily. Guests can enjoy the peaceful farm house suited for individuals, couples, families or a small group of friends. Blue Lily Retreat offers three charming en-suite guest rooms in the historical farm house, originally built in 1886. The lounge, with fireplace for winter days, small library and homely dining room and kitchen offer a home away from home with a nostalgic farmhouse feeling. The veranda/ “stoep” offers a beautiful view of the mountains and surrounding farm where you can relax around a braai, lounge in a stoep chair or gaze at the splendour of the Klein Karoo dawn and sunset, or the stars and Milky Wa You can experience Klein Karoo Country Life on a working dairy farm. For those who like to explore the Klein Karoo, exciting venues in the area can be discovered.
Juan and Lieschen welcome you at Blue Lily Retreat and invite you to enjoy the beautiful natural surroundings and comfortable stay in our luxury farmhouse and cottage .
Situated at the foot of the Swartberg Pass , a World Heritage site , near the Cango Caves , Wilgewandel holiday farm , Patat Restaurant , Karusa Wineries , Cango Ostrich farm , Buffelsdrift Game Lodge and Surval Olive Estate as well as favourite bicycle routes on the nearby gravel roads .
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,English

Area info

Amenities of Blue Lily Retreat
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Mountain view
  • Pool view
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Kitchenware
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Walking tours
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
  • Playground
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Sitting area
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Private check-in/out
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
General
  • Electric blankets
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Private entrance
  • Interconnecting room(s) available
  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool with view
  • Plunge pool
  • Pool/Beach towels
Languages Spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English

House rules

Blue Lily Retreat takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM

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

Check-out

Until 10:00 AM

 

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.

Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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

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

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Mastercard Visa Diners Club American Express Cash is not accepted Blue Lily Retreat accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 7:00 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 Blue Lily Retreat 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.

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

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

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

FAQs about Blue Lily Retreat

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

  • Yes, Blue Lily Retreat is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Blue Lily Retreat offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Playground
    • Swimming pool
    • Walking tours

  • Blue Lily Retreat is 2.1 miles from the center of Matjiesrivier. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Blue Lily Retreat include:

    • Vacation Home
    • Family

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

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