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De Opstal

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Rt 62, Oudtshoorn, South Africa
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De Opstal
Ranked #18 of 56 Oudtshoorn B&B and Inns
4.5 of 5 stars 87 Reviews
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Isle of Man, United Kingdom
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012

We only had an overnight stay here whilst we visited the caves, so the fact that it was out of town was not an issue. It was a quiet and tranquil setting which is exactly what we wanted, we could chill out around the pool without boisterous children/teenagers. Pretty, spacious and well kept gardens which had grapevines and pomegranite trees... More

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Dublin
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2012

We stayed one night in this charming, character filled location. Its a bit out of Oudtschoorn but is convenient for the attractions in the area. The room we stayed in was very spacious, with a generous bathroom and lovely walk in shower. We had a great dinner in a dining room which has you looking and noticing all the elements... More

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Tynemouth, UK
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33 reviews 33 reviews
Reviews in 29 cities Reviews in 29 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2012

Location: about 35 km north of Oudshoorn on the N328. Oudshoorn looks an interesting place, and you can ride a steam train from George to this town on certain days of the week if that appeals. De Opstal is on the left hand side as you drive north. An ostrich farm (well worth a visit as apparently very interesting) is... More

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Manchester
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2012

Very interesting location near Oudtschoorn. We stayed in one of the farm cottages, overlooking the gardens and the swimming pool. Food average, but very convenient for many attractions. Very friendly staff More

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Cape Town
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2012

We enjoyed our 2nd stay at De Opstad even more than the first (last winter). The rooms are spacious and has the feel of a home away from home. I appreciated the farm-like feel, as well as the inviting gardens and pool area. This time round we also received a few surprise treats, like complimentary cheese cake and a pot... More

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12 reviews 12 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 March 2012

Under very difficult circumstances (all four in our party suffering from an aggressive intestinal virus), this place was a refuge. The setting and facilities helped immeasurably to "ease our pain" and every member of the staff, with whom we had contact, turned him/herself inside out to provide the most attentive assistance -- special meals, room service at odd hours, laundering... More

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Belfast, United Kingdom
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 March 2012

We stayed here for 2 nights on our honeymoon in Sept 2011. On arrival we were escorted to our room called "True Love" :) Loved our room. Its not modern like other b&b but it was so beautifully quirky and cosy with a log fire ready to light. The restaurant wasn't open on our 1st night but we were driven... More

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capetown
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 March 2012

I stayed there with a group of 28 clients from Sweden. We were welcomed like old friends and shown the facilities while our bags were delivered to our rooms! The rooms are beautifully furnished with antique furniture. All of the rooms have AC. The staff are extremely helpfull and drinks are served at the pool! It is close to town... More

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Cambridge, United Kingdom
2 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 March 2012
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We are a family group and we stayed at De Opstal for one night on 6th March 2012. All five of us wished that we were able to stay for longer because the location, the accommodation (the Farmhouse) and the service from the staff on site were all marvellous. I am somewhat baffled by the negative reviews on this website.... More

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peterbrough
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 March 2012
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Beautiful location is all that can be said. Service dreadful. Told to collect tea bag and make tea in your room. Noise from neighbours in next room unexceptable, this was one of their de luxe rooms too. BBQ meal awful, overcooked, no salad. Breakfast fruit was rock hard. There was no management in the afternoons of what could have been... More

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