Rietfontein Ostrich Palace
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Rietfontein Ostrich Palace
Ladismith, Western Cape 6620, South Africa
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Located in Oudtshoorn, Rietfontein Ostrich Palace is in the mountains, within a 15-minute drive of Calitzdorp Church and Calitzdorp Cellar. This guesthouse is 9.4 mi (15.2 km) from Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and 12.8 mi (20.6 km) from De Krans Wine Cellar.Show More
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4.8/5Cleanliness: 4.8
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Amenities
ParkingFreeLuggage StorageWi-Fi in Public AreasFree
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Surroundings
Airport: Oudtshoorn Airport
(32.6 km)
Dining: Karooboom Braai Restaurant and Shop
(1.7 km)
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Services & Amenities
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Superior Deluxe Double or Twin Room
1 Queen bed or 2 Single bed
Non-smoking
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Standard Double or Twin Room
1 Queen bed or 2 Single bed
Air Conditioning
Private bathroom
Minibar
TV
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5
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Garden View
1 Queen bed or 2 Single bed
Non-smoking
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Guest Reviews(19)
4.8/5
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness4.8
- Amenities4.8
- Location4.8
- Service4.8
Guest User
May 7, 2023
Beautiful cottages furnished with antiques. Very comfortable and peaceful. The whole property is just exuding old world charm and history. We've visited for the second time and this time around we also had dinner there, which was simply spectecular (as was breakfast the next morning)!
Guest User
April 7, 2023
We had a delightful overnight stay at Rietfontein. Our room and facilities were superb, and our hosts, Kobus and Elmaré most welcoming and hospitable. Elmaré is a domestic goddess and gave us an exquisite dinner, followed by a first class breakfast the following morning. We can highly recommend the Ostrich Palace!
Guest User
March 29, 2023
Elmare and Kobus have created a wonderful haven on their farm.Such lovely people who offer high quality accommodation and the most delicious food. We stayed in both a room “on the other side” and one next to their home. The buildings have been so tastefully renovated and decorated. The beds are so comfortable. Regretfully we only discovered the amazing pool as we were about to leave. We wish we had booked for longer.
Guest User
March 17, 2023
The Rietfontein Ostrich Palace was an oasis in the karoo. We stayed here one night on our travels through South Africa, and I wish we could have stayed longer. The property was beautiful. The room was stunning, comfortable & well appointed. And the meals (dinner & breakfast) were so delicious! I'd recommend this to anyone, and hope to return one day.
Guest User
March 16, 2023
This is situated between Calitzdorp and Oudtshoorn in the Karoo. If you like semi-desert this is your ideal spot with the Red Mountains just behind the Rietfontein. The hosts, Kobus and Elmare could not do enough for us - they were so warm and hospitable. My wife has food issues and Elmare had no problem amending her menu. She is a wonderful cook. The early morning and evening views are fantastic. The room we stayed in was "Kurt se |Kerkie", filled with memorabilia.This is the second time we stayed there, and the only regret is that we did not stay longer. I suggest you book direct with the place. The online hotel booking agencies hit these small places with at least a 15% commission, quite outrageous.
Guest User
February 17, 2023
We travelled around South Africa for 4 weeks and stayed in 11 different places and this was our favourite! Sadly we only stayed one night on our way back to Cape Town. Our room was huge & all the furniture was top quality. The pool with the view was stunning and the dinner and breakfast was fantastic! Highly recommended
Guest User
February 17, 2023
A very nice place and very friendly people. Delicious dinner in a great atmosphere. The rooms are beautiful with a lot of nice details. It’s a bit outside of Oudtshoorn but very calm and nice. We recommend to stay there!
Guest User
December 20, 2022
Wonderful hosts, excellent dinner and breakfast. What else could you ask for? We will definitely be returning. Room was superb and pool was so welcome. The perfect place to stay in the Karoo. Thank you Kobus and Elmare
Guest User
December 9, 2022
My wife and I had a wonderful stay over and enjoyed a few cold beers during the load shedding period. We found the hospitality and service to be very nice and you were made to feel welcome. We have made a note to stay longer on our next visit.
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 14:00–19:00
Check-out: Before 10:00
Front desk hours: [Mon-Sun]08:00–19:00
To check-in, contact the property in advance
Child Policies
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Cots and Extra Beds
For all room types, cots and extra beds cannot be added.
Breakfast
TypeFull English/Irish
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Adult | Contact hotel |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
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Property Description
- Opened: 1909
- Number of Rooms: 7
Located in Oudtshoorn, Rietfontein Ostrich Palace is in the mountains, within a 15-minute drive of Calitzdorp Church and Calitzdorp Cellar. This guesthouse is 9.4 mi (15.2 km) from Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and 12.8 mi (20.6 km) from De Krans Wine Cellar.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional amenities at this Victorian guesthouse include complimentary wireless internet access, wedding services, and tour/ticket assistance.
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the guesthouse's room service. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 8:30 AM to 9 AM.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 7 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private furnished balconies or patios. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional amenities at this Victorian guesthouse include complimentary wireless internet access, wedding services, and tour/ticket assistance.
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the guesthouse's room service. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 8:30 AM to 9 AM.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 7 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private furnished balconies or patios. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Services & Amenities
Most Popular Amenities
ParkingFree
Luggage Storage
Wi-Fi in Public AreasFree
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