Name: Wittedrift Manor House
Address: 5 Vos Street, 6820 Tulbagh, South Africa, 5 Vos Street, Western Cape, 6820, South Africa
Rating: 7.7

Wittedrift Manor House

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About this property

Elegant Accommodations: Wittedrift Manor House in Tulbagh offers a sun terrace, lush garden, and a year-round outdoor swimming pool. Guests enjoy free WiFi, ensuring connectivity throughout their stay. Comfortable Amenities: The guest house features a restaurant serving Mediterranean, international, and South African cuisines, a lounge, and an outdoor fireplace. Additional facilities include a shared kitchen, indoor and outdoor play areas, and free on-site parking. Prime Location: Located 68 mi from Cape Town International Airport, the property is a few steps from De Oude Kerk Museum Tulbagh. Nearby attractions include Ceres Golf Club (19 mi) and Fonteintjiesberg Nature Reserve (30 mi). Guests appreciate the beautiful garden and attentive staff.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, Gluten-free

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Room Type	Number of guests
Suite 1 queen bed 2 twin beds
Classic Double Room 1 queen bed
Twin Room 2 twin beds
One-Bedroom Chalet 1 queen bed
Standard Queen Room 1 queen bed
Standard Cottage 2 queen beds

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Arlene

Greece

“Beautiful old manor house full of antique treasures and art. Perfectly situated for walking everywhere in town. Gretwyn couldn't do enough for us, always with a smile... She's a real treasure.”

Ruairidh

Thailand

“Everything! The location is great. The house is superb. The staff are wonderful. Excellent breakfast around the kitchen table - it feels like being part of the family.”

Irene

United Kingdom

“Breakfast was excellent. Freshly cooked and served with a smile”

Colleen

South Africa

“Friendly, accommodating staff, gorgeous cool house, wonderful swimming pool, conveniently situated”

Gabbi

South Africa

“Carol and Dorothy were wonderful hosts who went out of their way to ensure my stay was comfortable. The home was incredibly beautiful and immaculately kept. It genuinely felt like a treat to stay there. I will most definitely be...”

Renata

United Kingdom

“Wittedrift Manor House is a beautiful old Cape Dutch house in the perfect location, in the beginning of the main historic street of Tulbagh, where you can find also the fabulous Readers restaurant. We definitely recommend a visit. Very spacious...”

Libor

Czech Republic

“We had a wonderful stay at the Wittedrift Manor House. Our Hostess, Carol and her chambermaid, welcomed us very friendly and we felt as at castle in mid nineteen century from the minute we've entered the premises. The Wittedrift Manor House has an...”

Laura

United Kingdom

“The room and breakfast were wonderful. Our hostess was knowledgeable and helpful”

Jennifer

Malawi

“Location, friendly dogs, fire in the lounge in the afternoon.”

Jenny

South Africa

“The house was charming, filled with art and history, the staff were very thoughtful and welcoming and had our beds and rooms warming when we arrived which was very welcome on a chilly evening.”

Managed by PJ Daly and Carol Collins

Company review score: 9.1Based on 99 reviews from 1 property

1 managed property

Company info

"Your feet will bring you to where your heart is" - Irish Proverb The manor house is owned by an Irish man who came and settled in Tulbagh with his wife in 2002. They came to Tulbagh for a celebration and never left. He says it has something to do with the amazing Tulbagh wine and the beauty and friendliness of the people of the valley He has a wealth of knowledge and background in four star **** hotels and has applied if to Wittedrift Manor House. He has travelled extremely extensively and shares his stories and experiences with the guest. The Manager Carol Collins, also the owner and manager of Readers Restaurant for 21 years - and has been in the hospitality tourism business for 30 years, also traveled extensively working, worked in London, Cypress and the States and together with PJ will make you stay at Wittedrift special, and will go the extra mile.

Property info

A warm welcome awaits you at Wittedrift Manor House. Step back in time and walk into this impressive Cape Dutch home in the centre of Tulbagh. Just a short stroll from the historic Church Street, restaurants, museums and shops – a short drive to award winning wine estate, hiking and mountain biking trails and outdoor activities. The Manor retains its grandeur by flaunting antique furniture, fine art collections and huge spacious rooms. Relax in a unique shady walled gardening setting, private front and back verandas, lounge next to a crystal clear swimming pool, or find a sunny corner to read a book. The enclosed garden provides a secure and safe off street parking, Tessa and Teddy our 2 resident dogs will be there to greet you and look after you while staying with us. Wittedrift Manor House is a fully equipped self-catering manor house and comfortably accommodates up to 12 in three spacious suites. All the rooms are tastefully decorated in country colonial style.

Neighborhood info

Centrally situated in the beginning of Church Street - famous for its restored Cape Dutch Houses - all the building are national Monuments. Just a short stroll from restaurants, museums and shops – a short drive to award winning wine estate, olive tastings, Zipline-ing, hiking and mountain biking trails and outdoor activities.Or just relax in the amazing garden

Languages Spoken

Afrikaans,English

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site

Readers Restaurant

Cuisine
Mediterranean • International • South African

Amenities of Wittedrift Manor House

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Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Check-out

From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Cancellation/ prepayment

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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 11 years

Extra bed upon request

ZAR 150 per child, per night

12+ years

Extra bed upon request

ZAR 250 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

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There are no cribs available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Cards accepted at this property

Cash is not accepted

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Dear visitor, this region is currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties are subject to comply with local water usage restrictions.