Old Mac Daddy
112 Valley Road, 7160 Botrivier, South Africa – Excellent location - show map
Excellent location — rated 9.2/10! (score from 222 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
We visited on the coldest weekend this year, the house was toasty warm on arrival with a fire in the main living space and the heaters in the room. The view was spectacular, the food and beverage options were plenty and delicious!
South AfricaThere were more rooms and beds available than expected which was a bonus for my group. Breakfast options were great. A very beautiful and tranquil environment.
South AfricaThe Barn's supper was absolutely out of this world delicious. The Units are more than we expected, very spacious and interesting. We loved the beach by the dam and all the comfortable seating. Lovely
South AfricaThis was the perfect mid-week breakaway. The staff was very friendly and helpful and made us feel at home. The accommodation was beautiful, comfortable and spotlessly clean. We would definitely go back. Wish we could have stayrd another night. 1 night is not enough to enjoy the full experience.
South AfricaWe stay quite regularly at OMD, at least 3 times a year and visit them at least an additional 5 times a year as a day visitor. SO not sure what more to add i have mentioned this in previous reviews, really great place.
South AfricaSo peaceful and relaxing. Lots for the kids to do They had the best time and didn’t want to leave
South Africathe breakie at old mcdaddy is always fresh, and delicious. there's food that caters for vegans, and there's food that caters for meat eaters / everything eaters. the vegan cuisine is quite good. the zen den spa rocks. and it's quite affordable. we stayed in birdie, the tiniest of the units, but it doesn't feel tiny because the bathroom is yours only, and the view from your hammocks on the stoep is spectacular.
South AfricaStaff was amazing... Myself and my partner, initially booked at Elgin River Lodge. When they cancelled we were very sad but now we're grateful it happen. Old daddy gave us a VIP treatment... A presidential one to be exact.
South AfricaThe location, remoteness and uniqueness of the trailer accommodation, amenities, friendly staff
South AfricaBeautiful surroundings…with a lovely glamping concept. Dam activities fun. Food was tasty. Immediately offers solutions if there’s any issues.
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Situated alongside a lake, Old Mac Daddy offers quirky accommodation in a variety of holiday homes and refurbished vintage trailers. There is also an outdoor swimming pool, a guest lounge and a restaurant and bar. Free WiFi access is available.The trailers each feature a unique, themed interior designed by a local artist. They also come with air conditioning, heating and a seating area. The holiday homes are decorated with soft, muted furnishings and an open-plan lounge and dining area. They include a well-equipped kitchen.
The restaurant, Brinny Breezes, offers home-made meals for breakfast and lunch, as well as a seasonal dinner menu.
Guests can relax by the pool or go fishing at the lake. Bikes are available for rent, and a children's playground can also be found on site. Activities such as aqua zorbing, archery and team building events can also be arranged.
Old Mac Daddy is located Elgin, 9.3 miles from the town of Grabouw. Gordon's Bay is 35 minutes' drive away and Cape Town International Airport can be reached in 1 hour by car.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
Old Mac Daddy has been welcoming Booking.com guests since 17 Jul 2014.See what guests loved the most:
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South Africa“We visited on the coldest weekend this year, the house was toasty warm on arrival with a fire in the main living space and the heaters in the room. The view was spectacular, the food and beverage options were plenty and delicious!” 
RonaldSouth Africa“There were more rooms and beds available than expected which was a bonus for my group. Breakfast options were great. A very beautiful and tranquil environment.”
DeanSouth Africa“The Barn's supper was absolutely out of this world delicious. The Units are more than we expected, very spacious and interesting. We loved the beach by the dam and all the comfortable seating. Lovely”
TheresaSouth Africa“This was the perfect mid-week breakaway. The staff was very friendly and helpful and made us feel at home. The accommodation was beautiful, comfortable and spotlessly clean. We would definitely go back. Wish we could have stayrd another night. 1...”- NatheerSouth Africa“We stay quite regularly at OMD, at least 3 times a year and visit them at least an additional 5 times a year as a day visitor. SO not sure what more to add i have mentioned this in previous reviews, really great place.”
SanjeevSouth Africa“So peaceful and relaxing. Lots for the kids to do They had the best time and didn’t want to leave”
AvaSouth Africa“the breakie at old mcdaddy is always fresh, and delicious. there's food that caters for vegans, and there's food that caters for meat eaters / everything eaters. the vegan cuisine is quite good. the zen den spa rocks. and it's quite...”
BlessingSouth Africa“Staff was amazing... Myself and my partner, initially booked at Elgin River Lodge. When they cancelled we were very sad but now we're grateful it happen. Old daddy gave us a VIP treatment... A presidential one to be exact.”
FanieSouth Africa“The location, remoteness and uniqueness of the trailer accommodation, amenities, friendly staff”- TheresaSouth Africa“Beautiful surroundings…with a lovely glamping concept. Dam activities fun. Food was tasty. Immediately offers solutions if there’s any issues.”
- Hi, I would like to book a trailer for one evening, 30th Dec to 31st Dec. Does the unit have a shower?All our units have showers, only one airstream have a bath.Answered on 10 November 2020
- Is there a shuttle available to get to the closest beach nearby? What are the other transportation options?We do offer shuttle service on request.Answered on 9 September 2019
- Is your private beach next to the property or do I need to use a means of transportation to go there?close to property, no need for transportAnswered on 9 September 2019
- Does Exec Villa have wifi? Does it have a TV?Yes we do have wifi throughout the property. Some areas might be more intermittent than others.Answered on 19 October 2022
- do you offering a cateringYes we have a full restaurant onsite.Answered on 17 August 2022
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- Brinny Breezes
- CuisineInternational
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
- Outdoor furniture
- Private beach area
- Terrace
- Garden
- Coffee machine
- ArcheryAdditional charge
- Happy hourAdditional charge
- Bike toursAdditional charge
- Beach
- Kids' club
- Water sport facilities on siteAdditional charge
- Cycling
- Hiking
- CanoeingAdditional charge
- Table tennis
- Children's playground
- FishingAdditional charge
- Coffee house on site
- Wine/champagneAdditional charge
- Kid mealsAdditional charge
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Restaurant
- Invoice provided
- Private check-in/check-out
- Concierge service
- Tour desk
- Kids' outdoor play equipment
- Indoor play area
- Board games/puzzles
- Babysitting/child servicesAdditional charge
- Daily housekeeping
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Fax/photocopying
- Meeting/banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV in common areas
- 24-hour security
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Open all year
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Spa/wellness packages
- Spa facilities
- Sun umbrellas
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- MassageAdditional charge
- Spa and wellness centreAdditional charge
- Afrikaans
- English
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children aged 18 years and above are considered adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash
Old Mac Daddy accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
FAQs about Old Mac Daddy
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Room options at Old Mac Daddy include:
- Villa
- Double
- Tent
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Old Mac Daddy has 1 restaurant:
- Brinny Breezes
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Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
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Old Mac Daddy is 4.3 miles from the centre of Botrivier.
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Old Mac Daddy offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Spa and wellness centre
- Massage
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Children's playground
- Table tennis
- Fishing
- Canoeing
- Kids' club
- Beach
- Private beach area
- Happy hour
- Spa facilities
- Swimming Pool
- Spa/wellness packages
- Water sport facilities on site
- Archery
- Bike tours
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Check-in at Old Mac Daddy is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.
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The prices at Old Mac Daddy may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Guests staying at Old Mac Daddy can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.5).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Full English/Irish
- Vegetarian
- American
- Buffet
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Yes, Old Mac Daddy is popular with guests booking family stays.
