The Jan Harmsgat Country House is between Ashton and Swellendam. This getaway destination is the perfect place to enjoy a long weekend or a place to stop at as you start your journey along the Garden Route.
Jan Harmsgat Swellendam is just a 2-hour drive out of Cape Town along the picturesque R60. The historic charm is sure to relax you alongside the 5-Star Jan Harmsgat Country House accommodation that comprises ten exclusive rooms: double, twin & family suites.
A substantial quantity of the food served is produced on the premises with breakfast included in your stay and a fine-dining restaurant on-site for dinner which can be booked at an additional cost. Explore the 6.8 square kilometres of working farm, which follows the hand-picked tradition of making proudly Fair Trade accredited wines. Enjoy time wine tasting the selection of estates wine, followed by a picnic under the pecan-nut trees.
The choice of accommodation is suitable for all who enjoy the comforts of luxury furnishings each offering vistas of the surrounding farmland or mountainous views. With the Classic Quarter Rooms located in the original Cape Dutch style buildings, dating back to 1723 covered by a natural thatched roof over the four-bedrooms and two spacious communal lounges. A private courtyard is there for you to relax next to the cooling salt-water pool.
The lovingly restored Superior and Executive Suites are located above the original wine cellar and feature the original meter-thick walls, an updated-thatch roof, and original quality wooden doors, furnished with comfortable luxurious fittings.
The Executive Family Suites was built in the 1800s with the original wooden flooring emitting the quality charm of days-gone-by. It is adjacent to the main building, its newly built suites having their private entrances, top quality fittings, and plush comfortable furnishings.
The contact numbers to make a reservation at Jan Harmsgat Country House are:
• Cape Town Reservations +27 (0) 21 794 9050
• Durban Reservations: +27 (0) 31 941 5945
• Johannesburg Reservations: +27 (0) 10 446 8045.
Alternatively, you can check availability and book online by clicking here.