Somerset Gift Getaway Farm – Swellendam

Swellendam is such a picturesque town, and its drawcard is that it is close enough to Cape Town so that you can do a day trip. The town lies at the bottom of the exquisite Langeberg Mountains. People love the illustrious history of the town, and the fact that the Tourism Bureau provides a brochure with the name ‘Swellendam Treasures’ which is indicative of what all is in store for you in this beautiful town.

There are many beautiful farms in the area too and of course, wonderful places to stay while you take advantage of all this beauty. There are always plenty of markets, festivals and events happening, so be prepared to put on weight while you holiday in these parts.

Somerset Gift Getaway Farm is sought after self-catering accommodation near Swellendam and is described by people who have visited it as perfectly idyllic.

There are awesome mountain paths to walk or you can take a trip through an indigenous forest and fynbos where you’ll come across waterfalls as well as rock pools. to This is a South African farm at its most beautiful, with awesome mountain views as well as green pastures and a spring fed lake that you can swim in.

What’s on Offer at Somerset Gift Getaway:

• A mix of lodges and cottages with awesome names
• beautifully furnished
• towels and linen provided; bring your own swimming towels
• Crystal clear lake and mountain pools to swim in
• grassy lawns for kids to play on—wooden play structures for little ones
• the Bushbuck pub is set on the water and the perfect place to watch a game of cricket or rugby with DSTV
• lots of water activities—canoeing, swimming, fishing
• the cottages have patios
• indoor fireplaces
• braai facilities