Swartberg Private Game Lodge – Home 3636390 House
- 5 bedrooms
- 10 sleeps
- 2 nights min stay
Swartberg Private Game Lodge – Home 3636390
- House
- 5 bedrooms
- sleeps 10
- 2 nights min stay
Key Info
- Swimming pool
- Child Friendly
- Car essential
- No pets allowed
Description from owner
Description
Swartberg Private Game Lodge is an expansive and luxurious farm style property situated in a wildlife estate at the foot of the majestic Swartberg Mountain Range amidst the Klein Karoo. The estate borders the Swartberg Reserve, part of the Cape Floristic Region and a World Heritage Site.
The exclusive use game lodge provides guests with the opportunity to immerse themselves and explore the serene and ecologically diverse Karoo Wilderness from the comfort of a restored colonial style lodge.
With daily game drives included, this allows guests to explore the malaria-free wildlife estate boasting an abundance and variety of wildlife including the rare Cape Mountain Zebra, Giraffe, Blue Wildebeest, Eland, Nyala, Lechwe, Kudu, Gemsbok, Springbuck and Impala.
Default booking accommodates two guests per bedroom, either king or twin. Up to five bedrooms (ten adults). More bedrooms available only by special arrangement.
The lodge is styled with meticulous attention to detail and comprises of a large well equipped farm-style kitchen which beckons the cooking enthusiast, an outside dining area with braai facility and mountain views, a spacious and large indoor dining room, a comfortable lounge with satellite TV, a well-stocked library, and a crystal clear pool for that leisurely swim on hot summer days.
Expansive patios provide the ideal location to enjoy the sunny days and take in the beautiful view of the mountain and the lapa, with open fire pit, provides a perfect scene for sundowners or to enjoy a spectacular night sky away from the impact of city lights.
Various activities, such as mountain biking, fishing and hiking are available in the surroundings area. Free of large predators, there is a unique opportunity for the more energetic to explore the area on foot and the area is ideal for mountain biking.
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Families
- Great for children of all ages
- No pets allowed
Bed & bathroom
- Bedroom 1: King bed
Bedroom 2: King bed
Bedroom 3: King bed
Bedroom 4: King bed
Bedroom 5: King bed 2 Twin beds - 5 Full baths
Amenities
- Wireless Internet
- Private outdoor pool (unheated)
- Mountain Views
- Patio
- Internet access
- Safe
- Staffed property
- Stove
- Fridge
- Freezer
- Microwave
- Toaster
- Kettle
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Satellite TV
- DVD player
- Ceiling Fans
- Linen provided
- Towels provided
- Housekeeping Included
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Access
- Not suitable for wheelchair users
Interaction with guest
Policies
- Check in time: 14:00, Check out time: 10:00
- If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.
- Payment
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This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
Damage deposit: $730.00 - Smoking
- No smoking at this property
Cancellations
Change of plans? No problem. You could receive a partial or full refund, depending on when you cancel.
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Booking confirmed |
100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
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24 hours after booking |
50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.
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4 weeks before |
No refund if cancelled less than 4 weeks before check-in.
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* The booking fee is stated in the cancellation policy information on the payment page. This fee helps us run our secure platform and enables us to provide 24/7 customer support
About the owner
Arlene L.
- Calendar last updated:
- 21 Apr 2020
- Years listed:
- 12
- Based in:
- South Africa
- Overall rating:
Languages spoken: English
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Reviews
Excellent
– based on 25 reviews
Excellent
25 reviews
- Excellent
- 23
- Very Good
- 2
- Average
- 0
- Poor
- 0
- Terrible
- 0
“Expectations exceeded”
My stay at the Swartberg lodge surpassed everything I expected from a Safari experience and, South Africa itself. I'd never visited this beautiful country before but had an idea of what it might … More
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“Wow!!”
This place is the proverbial needle in a haystack, surrounded by some of the most amazing and varied landscape I have ever seen, with the vistas to match. Leon and his team are some of the nicest peop… More
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Response from the owner Delighted that you enjoyed your stay! We would love to welcome you back one day.
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“Hidden Treasure”
We had a wonderful stay at Swartberg Game Lodge. The accommodation is perfect and very luxurious. Our game drives with Cowen were brilliant both for the animals we saw and the stunning scenery. We als… More
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Response from the owner We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay, the lodge and its environment! Arlene
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“Wonderful location and amenities”
The lodge is set in the foothills of the Swartberg mountains. It is off the beaten track but that's what we loved about it. The accommodation is excellent quality and the pool is fantastic. It wa… More
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Response from the owner We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay, and would love to welcome you back in the future!
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“Fabulous”
One of the best secret place in the most beautiful valley at the foot hill of the Swartberg Comfortable rooms, kitchen all equiped for self catering, enternaining space for friends. Had the most stun… More
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Response from the owner We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay, and hope to be able to welcome you back in the not too distant future! Thank you for your review.
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“Unbelievable!”
My experience at Swartberg Private Game Lodge surpassed all my expectations! The lodge itself is so luxurious and fully equipped with anything you could ever need. Cowen was fantastic on the game dr… More
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Response from the owner Thank you for the review Rebecca - delighted that you enjoyed your stay! I will pass on your compliment to Cowen. He really is a gem!
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“Paradise on earth”
We spent 3 nights, and the facilities are truly the best. The staff and the welcome was really special, friendly and always helpful. I can recommend this to anybody who enjoys nature. We did a few hik… More
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Response from the owner We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay, and would love to be able to welcome you on a return visit.
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“African sunset with giraffes”
We had such a nice couple days at the estate; the scenery was stunning and the lodge was beautiful, spacious and decorated with style. The kitchen was so well equipped, I had absolutely no excuse fo… More
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Response from the owner Lisa, we are delighted that you enjoyed your stay and that giraffes were suitably engaging. They seem to consider the lodge as their own!
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“Beautiful escape in the mountains”
Everything about this place is magical. The mountains provide some of the most breathtaking views in the world, and the animals on the farm make every day an adventure. Going for a hike in the morning… More
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“Perfect Rental for a family reunion”
After our wonderful stay at the lodge last year we decided it was the perfect place to have our family reunion. We were able to rent out all the rooms - and a few more !! The spacious rooms were able … More
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FAQs
- How do I find more info about the property?
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You can get in touch with Arlene (the owner) through the contact form on this page.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to send the owner a message.
- What if I have questions before I book?
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Send Arlene (the owner) an email through the contact form on this page. Alternatively, if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
- How do I contact Arlene (the owner)?
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Send an email through the contact form on this page. Or if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to view Arlene the owner's contact details or send them a message.
- What's the difference between 'Book your stay' and 'Contact the owner/manager'?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online and send Arlene (the owner) a booking request. You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then
Or send Arlene (the owner) an inquiry through the Contact the owner/manager form if you’d like a quote or more info first.
- What is a booking request?
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When you pay online through the Ready to book? form, a booking request is sent to Arlene (the owner). You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then.
Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.
- How do I know my booking is safe?
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To book this property you need to pay through the Flipkey website. Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection. This means that in the unlikely event that you’re prevented or denied access to the property when you check in, we’ll offer a full refund for the stay.
- How do I know what it will cost for my stay?
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Simply enter your dates in the Ready to book? form to calculate the cost of your stay.
Click Book now to see a full breakdown of the price.You can also request a quote from Arlene (the owner) through the contact form. The owner will email you the total cost for your dates and a link to book and pay online.
- How do I know if my booking request has been accepted?
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You’ll receive an email within 24 hours to let you know. Or you can check in Manage your booking. No money will leave your account unless it’s accepted.
- How do I pay for my vacation?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. Arlene (the owner) will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.
If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your booking.
Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.
- Why can't I call Arlene (the owner) before booking?
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You can exchange contact details with the property owner/manager once your booking is confirmed and you’ve paid in full. Paying and communicating only through our platform allows us to ensure that your booking is covered by our Payment Protection policy.
If you have any questions before booking, you can send the property owner/manager a message via the contact form on their listing. Once you’ve booked, you can discuss the rental and make arrangements for your trip by logging into Manage your booking.
- How do damage deposits work?
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In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.
Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.
- How can I view and manage my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to view all your booking details, pay the balance of your booking or cancel it if you need to.
- How do I pay the balance of my booking?
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You can pay the remaining balance of your booking at any point. Simply go to Manage your booking and click Pay now.
We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage your booking to see when the payment will be taken.
- How can I withdraw my booking request?
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You’ll need to contact Arlene (the owner) to do this. Send them a message in Manage your booking or through the contact form on this page.
- How do I cancel my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.
- How do I make changes to my booking?
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You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your booking page. To change your dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Arlene (the owner) a message.
If Arlene (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.
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