Wild Olive Cottage

Broederstroom Farm, Erasmuskloof, Graaff Reinet, 6280, 6280 Graaff-Reinet, South Africa – Excellent location – show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.4/10! <small>(score from <b>115</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.1
Scored 9.1
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
115 reviews
a living room with a blue couch with two pillows at Wild Olive Cottage in Graaff-Reinet
a building with a bunch of plants in front of it at Wild Olive Cottage in Graaff-Reinet
a bedroom with a large white bed with a lamp at Wild Olive Cottage in Graaff-Reinet
a white kitchen with a sink and a stove at Wild Olive Cottage in Graaff-Reinet
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Wild Olive Cottage

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  • Entire home
  • 700 ft² size
  • View
  • Garden
  • Swimming pool
  • BBQ facilities
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning

Wild Olive Cottage in Graaff-Reinet features accommodations with free WiFi, 6.8 mi from Valley of Desolation and 7.3 mi from Urquhart House Museum. The holiday home is 7.4 mi from Reinet House Museum. Opening onto a terrace, the air-conditioned holiday home consists of 1 bedroom and a fully equipped kitchenette. Anglo-Boer War Memorial is 4.3 mi from Wild Olive Cottage, while The Military History Museum Graaff-Reinet is 4.3 mi from the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

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Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

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Reliable Info
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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
8.5
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  • Erika
    South Africa South Africa
    “Calm serene surroundings. The host paid a lot of attention to detail. We had a lovely stay.”
  • Anthony
    United States of America United States of America
    “Niles was very responsive. Location is amazing. Hot water was scalding, a nice change from some places I've been to.”
  • Johan
    South Africa South Africa
    “Had everything we needed. We enjoyed the pool as it was very hot. Enjoyed sitting outside and enjoying the scenery and stars”

Hosted by Nilene

9.4
9.4
Host Review Score
Host Review Score
Nilene
Flanked by Camdeboo National Park, 12 km from historic Graaff-Reinet, Wild Olive Cottage is in a game conservancy on a working cattle farm. The farm is fully solar. Newly restored, it is an ideal base for walking, photography, mountain biking, etc. Fully self-catering, 1 dbl beds with en suite bathroom, aircon, fireplace, bbq facilities, wifi. Simple cottage for peace and quiet on typical Karoo farm. Having your own vehicle is essential. The road is regularly graded, but corrugations persist. We strongly advise a 4x4 or at least a high clearance vehicle, just for your own convenience. Please note that while many saloon/low slung vehicles visit, this is at your own risk, most especially if it rains when the road can become very boggy and occasionally impassable.
Restoring the farm and its historic buildings is an ongoing project with great reward in rehabilitating the veld, re-eastablishing the farmhouse gardens, farming cattle, reintroducing wildlife and all the while being part of a living, vibrant community in Graaff Reinet. It is with great enthusiasm that we offer guests from all over SA and many parts of the world to enjoy this peaceful escape. The cottage is self check in and we leave guests to enjoy their privacy, although we live on the farm and are available should you need us, or wish for guidance on farm trails etc.
Broederstroom farm, where the cottage is located, is an historic, working cattle farm that is a member of a 70 000 hectare conservancy and is flanked by National Park, private reserves and livestock farms. It is also part of the Cape Mountain Zebra Protected Environment. The farm is 12 km from Graaff-Reinet, the 4th oldest town in South Africa and one of the most beautiful. There is a strong Cape Dutch architectural influence and the wide streets are lined with jacaranda and flamboyant trees. There are charming restaurants, museums and cafes, antique shops, spas, a bookshop, deli, and other local businesses, as well as larger country-wide chains for clothing, grocery and equipment purchases, all of which are easy access for farm guests. A private vehicle is necessary for access to the farm, and ideally a 4x4. Having a mountain bike, running shoes or sturdy boots are also advisable, to better enjoy your experience on the property. Please come prepared for extremely hot days in summer and cold winter nights.
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of Wild Olive Cottage
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
Parking
No parking available.
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Kitchenette
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
Living Area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Sitting area
Room Amenities
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Private entrance
  • Heating
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Outdoors
  • Private pool
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Seasonal
  • All ages welcome
  • Plunge pool
  • Pool cover
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
Spa
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Activities
  • Hiking
Outdoor & View
  • View
Miscellaneous
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

Wild Olive Cottage takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 3:00 PM

You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

Check-out

Until 9:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Damage policy

If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to ZAR 2000 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

No cribs or extra beds are available.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Wild Olive Cottage of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

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

Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to ZAR 2,000 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.

FAQs about Wild Olive Cottage

  • Yes, Wild Olive Cottage is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Wild Olive Cottage has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 1 bedroom

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Wild Olive Cottage is 4.3 miles from the center of Graaff-Reinet. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Wild Olive Cottage may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Check-in at Wild Olive Cottage is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 9:00 AM.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Wild Olive Cottage can accommodate this group size:

    • 2 guests

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Yes, there's a private pool. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Wild Olive Cottage on this page.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Wild Olive Cottage on this page.

  • Wild Olive Cottage offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Swimming pool