Name: Soeterus Guest Farm
Address: St Helena Rd, Calitzdorp, 6660, South Africa, Calitzdorp, Calitzdorp, Calitzdorp, 6660, South Africa
Rating: 9

Smoke-free property

Heating

Garden

Terrace

Patio

All Spaces Non-Smoking (public and private)

General

Bridal suite

Non-smoking rooms

Room service

Fridge

Shower/Bathtub

Shower

Wardrobe/Closet

Toiletries

Rooms

Ironing

Laundry

Safe-deposit box

Luggage storage

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Kettle

Meals

Free Wi-Fi

Internet

Hiking

Recreation

Free parking

Parking

Swimming pool

Pool and beach

Fax and copy machine

Business

Children's playground

Kids

Pets Not Allowed

Pets

Location

At the hotel

Room amenities

Soeterus Guest Farm

Calitzdorp

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golf-view

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not-guaranteed

wired-internet-access

smoking

sauna

duplex

safe

mini-bar

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pets-allowed

wi-fi

kitchen

Our 4th visit this year. Twice when the previous owner Jamesly was there - just have to mention how Jamesly helped us over and above when my husband had a TIA  on our first evening in 2018 and had to go to hospital in George. Last two visits we have enjoyed the warm friendly welcome of Olivia and George and of course Jonny the ram and his ever-growing harem of lovely sheep! Joined by 3 springbok this year - makes for a fascinating mini safari! Beautiful views and sunsets. Relax by the lovely big pool visited by swifts of an evening. The extension of a dining room has added to its charm with huge picture windows to shelter should the weather be inclement. We always have the honeymoom suite (been married 42 years!) and enjoy the private terrace for picnics and sundowners. Olivia and George are very friendly, welcoming and helpful for activities in the area. But really you don't have to travel far and wide - just enjoy the peace.

Peace and views

This Guest Farm is an absolute MUST DO !! The hospitality of George & Olivia is outstanding; the rooms are perfect with great views and the breakfast is of high quality. The owners know everything about the environment and they give great advices for restaurants etc etc

Outstanding hospitality by owners George & Olivia

What a lovely surprise , a most enjoyable and pleasant fresh alternative . I  was on route from Durban to CT , having stopped the previous night in Colesberg , I left early on the N1 to CT but elected to take a more enjoyable route so off ramp at Prince Albert road , drove through PA and about 2 Km out of PA did a right and drove up and over the Swartberg pass ( all gravel ) - most enjoyable and amazing experience . then once over the pass did a right and went into Caltizdorp for a wine tasting to settle the nerves at BOPLAAS winery . A delightful experience , winery is run by the Nel family , very well priced and enjoyable options for purchase . Then just 3 KM down the road spent the evening at Soeterus - very clean and very well positioned accommodation in renovated old building - very well run by owner - will return and is recommended -the price did include a breakfast , but only available form 08H30 onward ... a little late for me so departed next morning to CT  on the R62 , passing through Barrydale - had breakfast here which was fit for a king at "the country Pumpkin " a must do,  amazing people and the FOOD who - lovely old style ...

short stay at Soeterus Guest Farm - Calitzdorp

George, Olivia and Soeterus is a fantastic combination, what a great fasility, environment and the best hosts one can ask for. If Calitzdorp and area in on your destination list, you need to include Soeterus Guest Farm as your accomodation requirement.

Karoo Greatness

We arrived late, Olivia was very accommodating and the rooms were spotless.  We woke up to a beautiful view and lovely breakfast which included a vegan meal for our daughter.  We loved stroking the sheep after breakfast.  Thank you to both Olivia and George for being so hospitable.

Beautiful spot

Few hotels would be able to match the attentive service Olivia and George provide their guests. Nothing is too much trouble and they take delight in their guests' wellbeing. We were even able to braai there on our last night.

The setting is 100% farm, complete with a field of sheep and lambs and the vineyard next door. The pool is spotless (as is everything) and there is lots of space and a jungle-gym for kids. The rooms were fabulously cool in the heat and well equipped.

The location is a short drive out of Calitzdorp, but the spacious, country setting more than makes up for that.

Country hospitality - nothing too much trouble

We had a perfect couple of days at Soeterus, the room was spacious, spotless and had everything we needed. New owners George and Olivia were friendly, attentive and helpful hosts and have built a beautiful kitchen/dining room/lounge area for guests with indoor braai facilities and panoramic views over the farmland to the nearby Gorge.

I can't think of anything I would change - Thankyou! 

Lovely stay at Soeterus

tltl;dr: Authentic hosts, great experience and great value: Five star excellence at a three star price.

Long version: Calitzdorp is riddled with BnBs, and one is typically overwhelmed by the choices on offer. George and Olivia are both friendly and professional, and have gone to a great deal of trouble and expense to create an authentic and wholesomely comfortable experience for their guests, They have not been in business for too long (under a year), and this also means that they are eager to build their business and goodwill using a hands-on approach --  the value of a personal touch. We arrived around 17H00 after travelling a short gravel road and because they were fully booked, we were offered a suite that could only be described as opulent, cavernous and tastefully decorated. Beautiful chandeliers, antique furniture and oversized headboard overarched the magnificently huge bed. Decor is delightfully eclectic. Safety and security was excellent. Warm farm-style atmosphere, beautiful trees, neat and tidy gardens, and everything worked as it should, lights, fridge, fans, doorknobs etc. Awesome views surround the entire place. A crystal clear swimming pool begs to be used in warmer weather, Breakfast was hearty and generous, and the super friendly penned sheep (Dorpers and Merinos) were a highlight of our authentic farm experience. Exceptionally comfortable stay, highly recommended, will definitely come again

What a gem in Calitzdorp

Perfect stop on the way back from the Garden Route.  We were looking for a good place to stop to break up or trip and Calitzdorp and the Soeterus Guest Farm was it.  This is a lovely little town with nice wineries.  Soeterus Guest Farm was equally lovely with several nice additional touches: a delightful flask of port in the room, a sumptuous breakfast, and really nice hosts.

Great place to stay

This was recommended by friends and it did not disappoint. George & Olivia were welcoming, attentive and generous. On a hot day the crystal clear pool was very refreshing and having shade to park the sun lounger under was essential. Although our room did not have aircon, the high ceiling, thick walls and a fan was more than adequate.  A tortoise came to visit in the morning. We sat outside for breakfast and looked over the shady farmyard. We will be back. Very restful.

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