The Country Guesthouse

3.0 star property
Family-friendly 3-star country house with outdoor pool

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Cottage (Garden) | Terrace/patio
Family Suite | Exterior
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished
Shower, hair dryer, towels
Property grounds
Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • PoolPoolPool
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant

Check out the area

Map
96 Winery Road, Heldervue, Somerset West, Stellenbosch, Western Cape, 7130
  • Popular LocationDe Zalze Golf Club6 min drive
  • Popular LocationSpier Wine Estate11 min drive
  • Popular LocationErinvale Golf Club14 min drive
  • AirportCape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)30 min drive

Room options

Standard Double Room

10/10 Exceptional
  • 689 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Cottage (Garden)

  • 689 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Suite

  • 915 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Stellenbosch

Raithby stay.Your stay at this Raithby country house places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Eikendal Winery and Root 44. De Zalze Golf Club and Helderberg Nature Reserve are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • De Zalze Golf Club - 6 min drive
  • Technopark Stellenbosch - 8 min drive
  • Spier Wine Estate - 11 min drive
  • Stellenbosch University - 12 min drive
  • Erinvale Golf Club - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Firgrove Station - 5 min drive
  • Cape Town Bellville Station - 27 min drive
  • Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks - 6 min drive
  • Sepp's German Stall - 4 min drive
  • Thirsty Scarecrow - 4 min drive
  • Equus Restaurant at Cavalli Stud and Wine Farm - 5 min drive
  • Ernie Els Wines - 11 min drive

About this property

The Country Guesthouse

Family-friendly 3-star country house with outdoor pool
A winery is on site. The Country Guesthouse offers its guests a waterslide and an outdoor pool. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the pool bar. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

The family-friendly The Country Guesthouse also features barbecue grills, a garden, and a picnic area. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and a beach shuttle are available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Stellenbosch country house.

  • 1 floor
  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • 5 buildings
  • Built in 1966
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Winery on site
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • 1 conference room
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
The Country Guesthouse offers 13 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Rooms open to patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Beds feature premium bedding. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers.

This Stellenbosch country house provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include complimentary newspapers and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Languages

Afrikaans, English

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Waterslide

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Casino shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Theme park shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 18 holes of golf
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Waterslide
  • Winery

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with premium channels

Bedroom

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Outdoor space

  • Patio

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 4 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 6 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Late and/or early check-in services are available on request. Guests needing this service must inform the hotel at least 2 days prior to arrival.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for ZAR 300.0 per stay.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 520.00 per vehicle (roundtrip)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: ZAR 300.0 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times. For reservations, contact the country house before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

Country Guesthouse Cape Town
Country Guesthouse House Jamestown
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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Country Guesthouse to the airport?

The Country Guesthouse is 19.1 mi (31-min drive) away from the Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Country Guesthouse?

As of May 21, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Country Guesthouse on Jun 2, 2024 start from $86.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Country Guesthouse have an airport shuttle?

The Country Guesthouse offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, for a charge of ZAR 520.00 per vehicle, roundtrip.

How close is The Country Guesthouse to the beach?

This country house is 15 mi (36-min drive) from Bikini Beach.

Does The Country Guesthouse offer free breakfast?

The Country Guesthouse offers free full breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at The Country Guesthouse?

No, there is no casino at this country house.

What time is check-in at The Country Guesthouse?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 4 PM.

Is there free parking at The Country Guesthouse?

This country house offers free self parking.

Does The Country Guesthouse have a pool?

The Country Guesthouse features an outdoor pool.

Does The Country Guesthouse have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Country Guesthouse have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this country house.

How close is The Country Guesthouse to downtown Stellenbosch?

The Country Guesthouse is 7.2 mi away from Stellenbosch.

The Country Guesthouse Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 15 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 15 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

judy, Sydney Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
comfortable guest house
Well situated for access to Somerset West Franschoek and stellenbosch etc.. no complains staff friendly room comfortable ....our only reservation was the pesky mosquitoes in the room which really require to be addressed. Other than that , a lovely well run place

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
really relaxing stay and staff were very friendly and helpful, although we had a flood in in our bedroom due to a storm the staff attended to it with efficiency and were most helpful

8/10 Good

Bridget

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

Harriet, usA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay, lovely staff, very reasonable price

8/10 Good

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness

10/10 Excellent

JH, Pretoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Louis and Jacky
We had a lovely stay. Fantastic surroundings. The breakfast was the best I had in a long time and I am difficult to please.

8/10 Good

Stephen, Johannesburg

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A pleasant place to stay
This guest house is in a lovely area, also convenient for visiting the Winelands and the False Bay coast. The gardens are very attractive. Our room was large, the bed was comfortable and the modern bathroom spacious. The staff were all very pleasant. There were some small details which would improve the accommodation - somewhere sit to use a laptop (they have free wi-fi), hang up a wet coat and a waste basket would be useful. Breakfast was ok but rather surprisingly no fresh fruit is available.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent all round business or pleasure
The staff was friendly and accomidating. I arrived at midnight and teher were still staff to greet me. Clean rooms and good Wifi. All around great stay.Jon

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent spot in the winelands
A wonderful facility in beautiful surroundings, very good staff and excellent breakfast Great value for money

8/10 Good

Hans Cramer

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Good place outside Stellenbosch
A very nice place. The check-in, staff in the restaurant etc is so friendly. But it seems a bit run down - especially the swimming pool area and the sun-beds. It's a shame since the garden and the park is such a nice area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024