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Jan Harmsgat Country House

5.0 star property
Victorian country house with spa services and an outdoor pool

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Restaurant
Lobby sitting area
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Children's area
Classic Quarters | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe
Jan Harmsgat Country House offers a luxury boutique experience in the mountains. Guests relax on the sunny terrace, enjoy spa treatments, or browse the library. The outdoor pool is set amid gardens, and free bicycles are available to explore the surrounding landscape.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Spa
  • Room service
  • Parking included

Room options

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Executive Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Executive Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 94 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Suite

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
  • 125 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Double Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Double Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Suite

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Pillowtop bed
  • 125 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Double Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Comfort Double Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 94 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Double Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
  • 125 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 94 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
R60 Between Ashton & Swellendam, District Bonnievale/Drew, Boesmanspad, Western Cape, 6740

What's nearby

  • Montagu Museum - 33 min drive - 20.4 miles
  • Montagu Village Market - 34 min drive - 20.4 miles
  • Montagu Hot Springs - 38 min drive - 23.3 miles
  • Viljoensdrift Winery - 39 min drive - 22.4 miles
  • Van Loveren Family Vineyards - 39 min drive - 23.1 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Bonfrutti - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bushmanspad - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Jan Harmsgat Country House

Luxury boutique country house in the mountains
Take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and a playground at Jan Harmsgat Country House. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a facial, a body treatment, or a massage. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a library and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Other perks at this country house include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), free bicycle rentals, and supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • A banquet hall, luggage storage, and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and boast comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and air conditioning.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Rainfall showers, bidets, and tubs or showers
  • TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, childcare services, and electric kettles

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 55 to 100 for adults and ZAR 55 to 100 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library
  • Mountain biking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Facials
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 floor
  • 4 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1723
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately ZAR 55 to 100 for adults, and ZAR 55 to 100 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts major credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

Jan Harmsgat Country House Boesmanspad
Jan Harmsgat Country
Jan Harmsgat Country House
Jan Harmsgat Country House Swellendam
Jan Harmsgat Country Swellendam
Jan Harmsgat Swellendam
Jan Harmsgat Boesmanspad
Jan Harmsgat House Boesmanspa
Jan Harmsgat House Boesmanspad
Jan Harmsgat Country House Boesmanspad
Jan Harmsgat Country House Country House
Jan Harmsgat Country House Country House Boesmanspad

Frequently asked questions

Does Jan Harmsgat Country House have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Jan Harmsgat Country House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Jan Harmsgat Country House?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Jan Harmsgat Country House?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Jan Harmsgat Country House?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Jan Harmsgat Country House located?

This family-friendly Boesmanspad country house is located in the mountains, 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Cape Floral Region Protected Areas, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Bonnievale Wines and Weltevrede. Platform 62 Tourism Centre and Ashton Winery are also within 16 mi (25 km).

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