Zwartberg View Mountain Lodge is exclusive… we only cater for 12 people!
If you are looking for a rustic, true african experience then you have come to the right place. There are just three chalets set on a hillside overlooking valleys where 10 species of game roam freely. You are surrounded by the famous Enon red hills and you look directly onto the magnificent Swartberg Mountains. Each of the chalets has a private deck with armchairs and cushions, each decorated in a different animal theme. If you are looking for luxury 5* this is not the place for you, but we do endeavour to give you all the comforts that you might need.
BOOK NOWThe Chalets are set 300 metres from the main lodge buildings where we eat dinner and breakfast and where we light our nightly fire – this is where we encourage all our wild animals to come close to our guests which makes every evening a really special occasion. The Chalets are directly linked to our two walking trails which take you right into the hills and valleys and back to your chalet. Our 4th Cottage is a self catering Cottage tucked away in the river bed. It has its own fireplace and you are completely secluded from the main lodge and other Chalets – but may of course join the other guests for breakfast or dinner, as you wish. This is a perfect honeymoon hideaway.
Please note that our dinners are a set menu, usually served around 7pm and we also encourage our guests to interact with each other. All our meat comes off the fire, we do cater for vegetarians and vegans but please inform us before the time.
For many the opportunity to just sit on their private deck and let their imagination wander to what the world must have been like before people is more than enough, for others, there is a choice of three of the most wonderful walking trails imaginable that take in every aspect of the world’s recognised floral kingdoms. Of course there is always a chance of an encounter with a Hartebeest bursting from cover, Zebra on a hillside, or coming across one of five Tortoise species found in this region! At sunset, magic happens!!!
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We went here to do some Self Isolation for Covid 19.This beat any house or hotel isolation.Here you are between the animals and nature.Sitting every evening and on the porch... read more and watching the animals come to eat.With Belinda,Andre,Jenny that are the perfect host.Annelize makes the perfect breakfast in the morning.Perfect supper in the evenings.This is a must if you want tranquility and just want to relax.
I had a wonderful time at the farm with some friends!
The accommodation was lovely. We thoroughly enjoyed the available walking and running trails and it was fantastic... read more to be so close to such incredible wildlife!
Thank you so much.
Wonderful stay in a very familiar atmosphere! We have not only had the pleasure to stay on a beautiful lodge in the Zwartberg Mountain area and to celebrate the ultimate... read more Braai of our entire journey, we even got to know „the people behind“ - for us the BEST and most valuable part of our two nights stay.
THANKS to the entire team & family!
We‘ll be back…
Patricia & Kai
Picturesque setting with warm hospitality. The perfect place to unwind and relax with the animals as a beautiful backdrop. Great amenities and wonderful hosts! We will definitely visit Zwartberg Mountain... read more View Lodge again.
This was the second time I have visited Zwartberg. It is the MOST wonderful getaway, and so worth the visit. The Zwartberg chalets are beautifully decorated, and wonderfully isolated. The... read more views of the Klein Karoo are absolutely unmatched. We were lucky enough to see snow on the mountains surrounding us!
The lodge area is the perfect place to enjoy a meal, have a dip in the pool, watch game or just sit by the fire with a book. The food is absolutely delicious, and I would definitely recommend having a meal or two there.
The farm is a great place to relax, and watch the game. We also walked a beautiful hiking trail on the property with beautiful views over the farm and the mountains.
The owners are wonderful, and are very accommodating to any needs we had. More
Stayed only 1 nite. Was welcomed by owner and host. We felt very special. We came down to the lounge area at 5 pm to see the animals being fed,... read more while our dinner for 3 was being prepared. It was a chilly nite so the fire place was on. We regretted we only stayed one nite but will be back to stay longer on our return to South Africa
Neat & tidy accommodation. Good food & wine. The excellent service and personal attention to detail was a pleasant experience . We were received with friendly faces... read more and helping hands and nothing was out of place. The property is well looked after and as a guest you feel instantly relaxed and at home. Highly recommended to any potential visitor.
We were 2 couples travelling from France in March 2022 and really loved this place. I have been many times in Oudtshoorn and its surroundings and now I will not... read more stay anywhere else when I come back. The landscape is extremely beautiful, what a view at sunset when the animals come to drink! Also the Varley family is charming, and Constantine Varley provided us with a lot of information to plan our stay (even after we left the property he kept sending me information by WhattsApp on what to look for on the road). The breakfasts and dinners were delicious and plentyful, always with such a nice decoration on the table. Our chalets (there are only 4 or 5 I think, so this is very private) were very nice, with a verandah to look at the view. The place is close to all the things to see around (ostrich farm, cango caves...) while being in this peaceful and beautiful environnement. A real gem, for a reasonnable price. Thank you and we'll be back. Ariane
Friendly hosts (Mr and Mrs Varley) They go the extra mile making sure the guest get the best expierence. Great food with best views looking at nature, birds and... read more the animals.
Fires always on for cozy relax atmosphere
From the second we arrived, we were treated with superior service. They went out of the way to make our stay comfortable and even fixed a flat tire for... read more us! We’ll definitely go back! A very unique experience! More
Your Hosts: Varley & Hannalize plus Family
Tel: + 27 64 554 4905
Bookings: bookings@zwartbergview.co.za
Website: www.zwartbergview.co.za
GPS: 33°31’48.46″S / 22°23’43.83″E