About this property

Elegant Accommodations: HighlandsView in Swellendam offers a 5-star lodge experience with a beautiful garden and terrace. Guests enjoy mountain and garden views, a private entrance, and a balcony. Comfortable Amenities: The property features a shared kitchen, coffee shop, outdoor fireplace, and outdoor seating area. Additional amenities include bathrobes, a tea and coffee maker, and a private bathroom. Convenient Location: Located 3.7 mi from Grootvadersbosch Nature Reserve and 111 mi from George Airport, HighlandsView provides easy access to local attractions. Cycling enthusiasts can explore the surrounding area. Highly Rated by Guests: Highly rated by guests, HighlandsView ensures a memorable stay with its excellent facilities and scenic surroundings.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Ken
    South Africa South Africa
    This is the perfect spot for an off-the-beaten-track, close-to-nature experience. The accommodation in glamping tents is very comfortable and each tent has an amazing view of valleys and mountains. We loved the small finishing touches in the...
  • Laurina
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Magical place at the ‘ end’ of the world. If you like a good adventurous hike you are in the right olace
  • Valentin-muontonneh
    Germany Germany
    Great staff, very welcoming and accommodating. Definitely worth staying two days in order to fully enjoy the premises and facilities. A good place to calm down and relax in the nature. The road to get there is quite tough but other than that great...
  • Janse
    South Africa South Africa
    Most Beautiful and peaceful place. The ideal breakaway from city life.
  • Stefan
    Sweden Sweden
    A very close to nature experience, just the way we wanted it. The tents were comfortable and nice! Just as the dining area. Very friendly host family! We would love to come again!
  • Daniel
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Amzing location with absolute stunning viewsgreat facilities and hospitable owners. Highly recommend this place to everyone who would like to have a real nature experience in Sout Africa. Also, it is a unique spot to see wild Zebras and Springboks.
  • Susan
    South Africa South Africa
    It was the most wonderfull experience I think this is my soul place from now on I will definetedly return
  • Amanda
    Netherlands Netherlands
    This was such a special location to stay. The hosts were zo nice! The views outstanding and the tent was lovely! We really liked the amount of details: the tent was so nicely decorated, in the central kitchen and barbecue area were flowers, a well...
  • Christien
    Netherlands Netherlands
    We enjoyed the enormous hospitality of Hilary and Andrew and the outdoor experience, even or because of a big storm was epic!
  • Maximilian
    Germany Germany
    Unser Aufenthalt bei Hillary und Stephen ist das absolute Highlight unserer Reise durch Südafrika! Das kleine „Camp“ ist an Charme, Komfort, Individualität und Einzigartigkeit nicht zu übertreffen. Wir hatten initial nur eine „Zwischenstation“...

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House rules

HighlandsView takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Check what conditions apply to each option when making your selection.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
Crib upon request
Free
4 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
50% per child, per night
13+ years
Extra bed upon request
100% per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

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
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform HighlandsView 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.