Reviews of Swaynekloof Farm
Van Der Stel Pass Road Bot RiverSouth Africa, 7185 Botrivier, South Africa
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Reviewed: 1 September 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 18 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThe owners were lovely. They were most helpful when I got my car stuck.
Reviewed: 10 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 7 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 27 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewSwaynekloof farm is absolutely amazing. The owner, Lea, is the loveliest person. All the animals around make for a peaceful stay . Would return in a heartbeat
Absolutely nothing
Thank you so much for your review, Yolande. We do really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. Hope we do see you again. Warm regards Swaynekloof Team
Reviewed: 19 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewBeautiful scenery! Well equipped cottages. Friendly and helpful hostess.
AAhh, Brenda, thank you so much for the fabulous review and taking the time to post. So glad that you had a great stay, hope your batteries are thoroughly recharged. Warm regards Swaynekloof Team.
Reviewed: 10 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewAbsolutely beautiful home ! Located just far enough away from Cape Town. The perfect getaway place. I will ABSOLUTELY be back ! The owners and staff even ended up helping us when we had some car trouble. They were always tending to our needs. I cannot thank Lea, her family and the staff enough! Please check it out.
Everything was perfect !
Yay! Yay! We do love guests that have such positive experiences. Agreed, Lea, family and staff are pure gold. Thank you for taking time to post a review. Look forward to welcoming you again. Warm regards Swaynekloof Team
Reviewed: 8 July 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewGreat living space and Lea is awesome! Very responsive, helpful & accommodating.
Dirt roads were a bit a tough chew at first but the farm is so worth it!
Hello Angela Thanks for taking the time to review. Lea is awesome - 100% agree! The dirt road is slow and steady but so much part of the adventure. Luckily even our Fiat500 with low profile tyres manages the distance. Warm regards Swaynekloof Team
Hello Angela Thanks for taking the time to review. Lea is awesome - 100% agree! The dirt road is slow and steady but so much part of the adventure. Luckily even our Fiat500 with low profile tyres manages the distance. Warm regards Swayneklo… Show more
Reviewed: 17 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewWe stayed in the green cottage, it was very comfortable and clean. The reserve on the farm was amazing for walks in nature and seeing the Zebras up close was a real treat. There is lots to do in close proximity of the farm. Wine tastings, animal encounters, even the beach is only 30mins drive away. Botrivier is a real Gem.
nothing
Hello Candice Many thanks for the lovely review, and taking the time to post it. Swaynehuis, our large house, is wonderful for bigger getaways and gatherings. We hope to welcome you back at the farm in the future. Kind regards Swaynekloof Farm Team
Hello Candice Many thanks for the lovely review, and taking the time to post it. Swaynehuis, our large house, is wonderful for bigger getaways and gatherings. We hope to welcome you back at the farm in the future. Kind regards Swaynekloof F… Show more
Reviewed: 8 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewWas a wonderful weekend
Love it all
Thank you Kristan! We do appreciate you taking the time to review. We are thrilled that you enjoyed your stay. Hope to see you again in the future. Kind regards Lea & Swaynekloof Team
Reviewed: 5 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewThe location was perfect, nice and peaceful, the Cottage was absolutely spotless and tidy. The hosts Lea and Roy are the perfect hosts, really enjoyed our stay.
Nothing to dislike.
Hello Hilton Thank you for your wonderful review. We really appreciate you taking time to rate your stay. I will be sure to pass along to Lea and Guy. Kind regards Swaynekloof Farm
Reviewed: 4 May 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewVery well equipped "rustic" cabin on the river. Everything you need is there. Very peaceful. Went for nice walks and loved just being in nature.
Thanks Helene We do appreciate you taking time to review your stay as well as your constructive input. Kind regards Swaynekloof Farm
Reviewed: 22 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewThe tranquility. Super excellent and welcoming host.
The flies :) wow!
Hello Candice Thank you for the review, we appreciate you taking time to rate your stay. Flies are often an issue in a farm environment and also certain times of year are worse than others. We do use electronic devices inside the accommodation but outdoors we are at the mercy of nature. Warm regards Swayneloof Team
Hello Candice Thank you for the review, we appreciate you taking time to rate your stay. Flies are often an issue in a farm environment and also certain times of year are worse than others. We do use electronic devices inside the accommodat… Show more
Reviewed: 21 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewI loved it so much they will most definitely see me and my family again
Everything was perfect 100%
Hello Chantel. Many thanks for your review, we do aspire to a pleasant stay for guests and are very excited when they are happy! Kind regards Swaynekloof Team
Reviewed: 6 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewThank you Lizaan for your lovely review. Lea is very proud of what they have achieved and does take pride in making guests comfortable. We are waiting for your next visit. Warm regards Swaynekloof Team
Reviewed: 18 March 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 17 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 2 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewWe liked the fact that Swaynekloof is a little off the 'beaten track' . Our VW Polo was fine on the unmade road approach from Botrivier . A little more care needed for the last 300 metres. We stayed in Heritage Cottage. This is a characterful cottage converted beautifully from a farm workers cottage without losing its historic features. It's slightly wonky floors and doors add to its charm. It is blissful to sit on the veranda and gaze at the view and watch the sunset. The cottage had been thoughtfully prepared with everything we needed and Lea and Guy made us feel very welcome. Nothing was too much trouble. We did a food shop for our stay before we arrived and there is a decent sized fridge freezer. There is a small but fairly well stocked supermarket in Botrivier. We walked on their Swaynekloof's own reserve and saw 6 zebras. We visited the amazing Cornellskopf Animal Encounters, which is so close that you can hear one of the lions having his evening roar. We had a lovely meal in Botrivier at Manny's Restaurant , and visited Hermanus. If you like a rustic base , truly out in the country but not a long drive to towns and tourist attractions this is a gem. We loved it.
There wasn't anything we didn't like.
Hello Linda Thank you for such a constructive and glowing review. We are thrilled that you enjoyed your stay and also explored the local eateries / shops and Cornellskop. Hopefully we get to welcome you in the future at one of the sister properties. Kind regards Cheryl / Admin
Hello Linda Thank you for such a constructive and glowing review. We are thrilled that you enjoyed your stay and also explored the local eateries / shops and Cornellskop. Hopefully we get to welcome you in the future at one of the siste… Show more
Reviewed: 21 January 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 12 January 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewHad a good time, dogs enjoyed it. Lovely hostess who went out of her way to see that we are comfortable.
Road in front of the cabin quite busy, which was a worry with our dogs roaming.
Reviewed: 26 December 2024 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 29 September 2024 · Stayed in September 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 8 January 2024 · Stayed in January 2024
Verified reviewOverall, it was an amazing place and loved the nature surroundings. The Tranquility loved it. The staff and host Colleen were very friendly and great hosts.
Due to the nature surrounding there are lots of flies so would recommend taking some fly catchers with.
Reviewed: 10 September 2023 · Stayed in September 2023
Verified reviewWe enjoyed the tranquility and being able to walk around and explore nature around us
I would recommend the owner to let the guests know when they rent the Green Cottage that the bathroom is seperate to the one room
Reviewed: 20 August 2023 · Stayed in August 2023
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