Old Mill Lodge, Seasonal Working Ostrich Farm & Restaurant, Oudtshoorn
R328 Schoemanshoek, 15km en-route Cango Caves, Schoemanshoek, 6620 Oudtshoorn, South Africa – Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.2/10! (score from 2309 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
Room was good, restaurant was good and location to Cango Caves was good. Have stayed there before.

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This 4-star guest lodge is located on the foothills of the Swartberg Mountains and is home to a working ostrich farm. Old Mill Lodge offers air-conditioned rooms, some of which features a balcony overlooking the garden, river and mountain. Freshly-prepared meals can be savored in Old Mill Lodge’s restaurant, offering picturesque views of Grobelaars River. A range of activities are featured at Old Mill Lodge, Seasonal Working Ostrich Farm & Restaurant, Oudtshoorn including hiking, fishing and bird watching. There are 3 swimming pools, a trampoline, zipline, bunny and pony park, as well as boats on the dam. The impressive Cango Caves are just a 10-minute drive away.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
Old Mill Lodge, Seasonal Working Ostrich Farm & Restaurant, Oudtshoorn has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Feb 16, 2011- 3 swimming pools
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- 2 restaurants
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
- Very Good Breakfast

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- Keith
United States of America
“Room was good, restaurant was good and location to Cango Caves was good. Have stayed there before.” - Holtzhausen
South Africa
“The location is perfect with enough privacy. Views spectacular. Thank you Renier and Maria for making our stay very special. The tent is not selfcatering so they packed a picnic bag for us with all the braai aquipment. Keep up the good service,...” - Gerhard
South Africa
“WE had a very well appointed luxury room with balcony and overlooking the river and garden. Bathroom was luxuriously trimmed with bath and shower. Sufficient towels, gowns and small carpets to ease cold on tiled floors provided. Serves a great...” - Catherine
Canada
“Location to caves snd other attractions. On site things to do & see esp bunny farm for kids” - Helen
United Kingdom
“Loved seeing the ostriches. The restaurant and breakfast were excellent. The room was great, the bed comfortable. Such a beautiful area.” - Green
South Africa
“Everything was wonderful. Plenty for the kids to run around and do.” - Summer1122
United States of America
“Beautiful landscape, serves its purpose. Dogs were a plus, the kids loved them! Restaurant is delicious for dinner!!!” - Mcallister
United States of America
“Kids were obsessed with the Guinea pigs and rabbit enclosure, could have never left.” - TTodd
United States of America
“I loved everything. Food and people were wonderful.” - James
United States of America
“Lovely property with interesting little wildlife, and of course ostriches. Beautiful room. Great breakfast. We’ll stay longer if we are able to return.”
Property questions and answersBrowse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the propertyThe property usually replies within a few days
Is there a brasi area?
Good day There is not a braai area at the tent, but we do have a braai area at the picnic spot in front of the restaurant, next to the river. Oudtshoo..Answered on 13 August 2019Any carp in the dam?
Bass in the damAnswered on 3 August 2021Are there any luxury tents that would sleep 2 adults and 2 young boys?
Good day Yes there is tents that takes 2 adults and 2 kids below the age of 12 years. RegardsAnswered on 9 February 2020Do you offer halaal meals?
Yes we do have halaal mealsAnswered on 8 March 2021IIs tent no 9 situated within the reserve with the buck?
Good day Yes there is a small reserve where you can see the fallow dearsAnswered on 18 March 2020How far is the airport from you?
Good day George airport is about 70 km from us. Regards CokesAnswered on 1 November 2019- Still looking?
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Restaurants2 Restaurants On Site
- Old Mill a la carte Restaurant
- CuisineAfrican
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
- Dietary optionsHalal • Vegetarian • Vegan
- Buffet Breakfast Restaurant
- CuisineBritish
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
- Dietary optionsHalal • Vegetarian • Vegan
Amenities of Old Mill Lodge, Seasonal Working Ostrich Farm & Restaurant, OudtshoornGreat facilities! Review score, 8.8
- 3 swimming pools
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- 2 restaurants
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
- Very Good Breakfast
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Guest bathroom
- Private Bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
- Alarm clock
- Landmark view
- Mountain view
- Garden view
- View
- Outdoor fireplace
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Sun deck
- BBQ facilities
- Patio
- Balcony
- Terrace
- Garden
- Cleaning products
- Electric kettle
- Refrigerator
- Socket near the bed
- Clothes rack
- ArcheryAdditional charge
- Live sports events (broadcast)
- Bike tours
- Walking tours
- Bar crawlsAdditional charge
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Canoeing
- Playground
- Game room
- Fishing
- Sitting area
- Desk
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Satellite channels
- Radio
- TV
- Coffee house on site
- Wine/ChampagneAdditional charge
- Kid-friendly buffet
- Kids' mealsAdditional charge
- Special diet meals (on request)
- Snack bar
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Accessible parking
- Invoice provided
- Lockers
- Outdoor play equipment for kids
- Daily housekeeping
- Suit press
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- Dry cleaningAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Fax/PhotocopyingAdditional charge
- Business centerAdditional charge
- Meeting/Banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Security alarm
- 24-hour security
- Safe
- Pet bowls
- Vending machine (snacks)
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Executive lounge access
- Heating
- Soundproof
- Private entrance
- Packed lunches
- Chapel/Shrine
- Soundproof rooms
- Family rooms
- Ironing facilities
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Wheelchair accessible
- Opening times
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Pool with view
- Shallow end
- Pool/Beach towels
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- Beach umbrellas
- Opening times
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Pool with view
- Shallow end
- Pool/Beach towels
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- Beach umbrellas
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Pool with view
- Shallow end
- Pool/Beach towels
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- Beach umbrellas
- Beach umbrellas
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- Afrikaans
- English
House rules
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 are considered 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
The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cribs are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Cash is not accepted
Debit card
Old Mill Lodge, Seasonal Working Ostrich Farm & Restaurant, Oudtshoorn accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM.
Pets
Free! Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
The fine print
Please inform Old Mill Lodge, Seasonal Working Ostrich Farm & Restaurant, Oudtshoorn 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.
FAQs about Old Mill Lodge, Seasonal Working Ostrich Farm & Restaurant, Oudtshoorn
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Guests staying at Old Mill Lodge, Seasonal Working Ostrich Farm & Restaurant, Oudtshoorn can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.3).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Full English/Irish
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Halal
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Room options at Old Mill Lodge, Seasonal Working Ostrich Farm & Restaurant, Oudtshoorn include:
- Double
- Family
- Twin/Double
- Chalet
- Studio
- Tent
- Suite
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Check-in at Old Mill Lodge, Seasonal Working Ostrich Farm & Restaurant, Oudtshoorn is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.
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Old Mill Lodge, Seasonal Working Ostrich Farm & Restaurant, Oudtshoorn is 8.7 miles from the center of Oudtshoorn. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Yes, Old Mill Lodge, Seasonal Working Ostrich Farm & Restaurant, Oudtshoorn is popular with guests booking family stays.
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The prices at Old Mill Lodge, Seasonal Working Ostrich Farm & Restaurant, Oudtshoorn may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Old Mill Lodge, Seasonal Working Ostrich Farm & Restaurant, Oudtshoorn has 2 restaurants:
- Old Mill a la carte Restaurant
- Buffet Breakfast Restaurant
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Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
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Old Mill Lodge, Seasonal Working Ostrich Farm & Restaurant, Oudtshoorn offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Playground
- Game room
- Fishing
- Canoeing
- Walking tours
- Swimming pool
- Archery
- Bar crawls
- Bike tours
- Live sports events (broadcast)