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Melkboomsdrift Guest House is situated in the heart of the Olifants River valley, between Vredendal and Lutzville.

This working wine farm with a restored farmhouse, circa 1820, is an ideal stop-over between Cape Town and Namibia on the N7, with the West Coast 20 minutes away for whale spotting.

Quaint rooms have private entrances and bar fridges. Delicious farm breakfasts, with dinner and picnic baskets on request. Self-catering option.

Relax at the pool overlooking the river and vineyards. Cruise up-river for birding or the seasonal wild flowers. Credit cards. Children welcome.

There is little to prepare you for the sheer chic and panache of this stylish establishment. Each suite has been lovingly restored and decorated in a uniquely distinctive style. No one room looks like any other.

Outstanding conference facilities are able to accommodate up to 20 delegates in airconditioned luxury with all necessary equipment available on request. Click here for more information on our conference facilities.

Services and Amenities
* Adaptors - grande luxury rooms are all fitted with Euro Plugs.
* Animals - Regrettably animals are not allowed
* Bar - fully licenced with a full service bar on the premises in addition to fully stocked mini bar fridges in all the rooms.
* Breakfast - served in upstairs in the diningroom or weather permitting on the patio downstairs or upstairs on the deck offering spectacular views over the magnificent vineyards.
* Conference - fully air conditioned conference facilities for up to 20 delegates. Catering on site.
* Fridge/Freezer - we will gladly keep anything of a reasonable size in the fridge or freezer for you during your stay.
* Hairdryers - available for your personal use in all rooms.
* Heaters - are available in each room as well as an extra blanket and hot water bottle in your cupboard for the chilly winter nights.
* Internet - a 24 hour internet service available.
* Laundry - available on site at a nominal charge. No laundry service over weekends.
* Restaurants - provides delicious cuisine for the guest wanting to be spoiled with traditional South African dishes or perhaps a BBQ. * * Book in advance with reception.
* Safe - please hand items in at reception for safekeeping.
* Smoking - is not permitted inside the Lodge. Ashtrays are provided on the patio outside your bedroom.
* Swimming Pool - unaccompanied children are not permitted at the pool.
* Swimming Towels - at reception
* Tea & Coffee - available in your room in addition to fresh milk and home made rusks.
* Television - rooms are provided with colour televisions with DSTV satellite channels.

Rooms and Units Available:

Double Room - Bloubekkie @ Riverunits
Room is about 200m from main Lodge. Double Bed Open plan bathroom with Shower This room is part of a house with 3 rooms (Leeubekkie and Kapokbossie). Perfect for a family
Sleeps 2 Adults

Double Room - Kapokbossie @ Riverunits
Room is about 200m from main Lodge. Double 3/4 Bed. Open plan bathroom with Shower This room is part of a house with 3 rooms (Leeubekkie and Bloubekkie). Perfect for a family
Sleeps 2 Adults

Double Room - Katstert @ Riverunits
Room is about 200m from main Lodge. Doublebed Bathroom with Shower Kitchenette
Sleeps 2 Adults

Double Room - Leeubekkie @ Riverunits
Room is about 200m from main Lodge. Double Bed Bathroom with Shower and bath This room is part of a house with 3 rooms (Bloubekkie and Kapokbossie). Perfect for a family
Sleeps 2 Adults

Double Room - Maartblom @ Riverunits
Room is about 200m from main Lodge. Double Bed Bathroom with Shower
Sleeps 2 Adults

Double Room - Madeliefie @ Riverunits
Room is about 200m from main Lodge. Double Bed Bathroom with Shower
Sleeps 2 Adults

Double Room - Melkkamer
Double Bed Bathroom with shower
Sleeps 2 Adults

Double Room - Wynkamer
Double bed. Bathroom with toilet Shower seperate Fully equipped kitchen
Sleeps 2 Adults

Family - Sewejaartjie @ Riverunits
Room is about 200m from main Lodge. King bed or Twin. 1 extra bed and 1 Day bed Kitchen Bathroom with shower
Sleeps 2 Adults and 2 children

Family Room - Die Skooltjie
King or Twin bed. 2 extra single beds for kids only. Fully equipped kitchen. Bath and shower
Sleeps 2 Adults and 2 children

Family Room - Sparaxis @ Riverunits
Room is about 200m from main Lodge. Room with King or Twin bed. Extra bed in room Bathroom with shower Seperate Kitchen with living room and sleeper couch.
Sleeps 2 Adults and 2 children

Kamer 5
This secluded unit offers complete privacy with stunning views across the valley. Ideal couples weekend hideaway. Queen size bed, o/p wet shower, bath and equipped with hospitality tray. No television.
Sleeps 2 Adults

Single Room - Tuiekamer
1 3/4 bed Bathroom with a shower
Sleeps 1 Adult

Triple Room - Kamer 2
Twin beds + extra bed..Can be interlinked with room next to it (Kamer 1) to form family room. Open plan Shower Seperate Toilet
Sleeps 2 Adults and 1 child

Triple Room - Koeistal
1 Double bed and 1 3/4 bed. Bath and shower
Sleeps 2 Adults and 1 child

Twin Room - Boesmankers @ Riverunits
Room is about 200m from main Lodge. Twin Beds Bathroom with Shower
Sleeps 2 Adults

Twin Room - Gousblom @ Riverunits
Room is about 200m from main Lodge. Twin Beds Bathroom with Shower
Sleeps 2 Adults

Twin Room - Kamer 1
Twin or King bed Open plan bathroom with Shower and bath Seperate Toilet Can be interlinked with triple room (Kamer 2) next to it to form family room.
Sleeps 2 Adults

Twin Room - Kamer 3
Twin Beds and 1 Daybed Twin beds + extra bed..Can be interlinked with room next to it (Kamer 4) to form family room. Open plan Shower Seperate Toilet
Sleeps 2 Adults and 1 child

Twin Room - Kamer 4
Twin or King bed Open plan bathroom with Shower and bath Seperate Toilet Can be interlinked with room (Kamer 3) next to it to form family room.
Sleeps 2 Adults

Twin Room - Meulkamer
Twin or King bed. Bathroom with shower
Sleeps 2 Adults

Twin Room - Perdestal

Twin or King Bed, Shower only.  Sleeps 2 adults

Sleeps 2 Adults

Twin Room - Voorkamer
Twin or King bed Room in Reception area Ensuite living room Full bathroom with bath and shower
Sleeps 2 Adults

Vrykamer
Double bed with en-suite bathroom with shower. Television offering DSTV guest house bouquet. Secluded patio.
Sleeps 2 Adults

Facilities & Services available:

Babies
Children under 12
Elderly
Honeymoon Couples
Pets only by Arrangement
Laundry Service
Ironing Service
Special Meals on Request
Conference facilities
Wine Tasting
Self-Braai / Barbecue
Bar on the Premises
Dining room
Garden
Internet Access
Wi-Fi
Afrikaans
English
Hiking / Walking Trails
Swimming Pool

Directions:

Turn left at Klawer (off the N7 motorway).
Follow the R363 at Klawer and continue straight through until you reach Vredendal.
On reaching the traffic lights in Vredendal, drive on straight on the R363 leading out of Vredendal in the direction of Lutzville/Strandfontein.
You will pass beneath the renowned Saldanha/Sishen railway bridge after which Melkboomsdrift Lodge is situated on your right.


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