The perfect place to hit that "reset" button, escaping from that rushed lifestyle. Here you only experience peace for the soul by taking a walk surrounded by nature or drinking... read more a sundowner on the porch whilst the animals are feeding right in front of you!

Truely grateful that we discovered this hidden gem!

A big thank you to the management and staff for providing top class service, we will definitely be back!

  We chose the Lodge as a stop-over on our way to Cape Town and were delighted with our choice. The accommodation was stylish, well equipped and very comfortable and both... read more dinner and breakfast were delicious. We couldn't have been looked after better and wish we could have stayed longer.

  Awesome people with great hospitality and a warm home feel. Food was superb and very tasty. Felt like we were visiting long lost family. Had such a good time. Great... read more views and super comfortable and clean rooms. Great place to take a break. Superb cycling area.

  Oudtshorn has to be the ultimate South African tourist town. Everything seems to be tourist orientated and each property we have seen looks amazing.
Here at the Zwartberg Lodge, we... read more were treated to an amazing experience, the Main lodge provided excellent meals and the hosts went out of their way to assist and guide us to ensure we saw all the sights. We even got to take a little hike!

  We had an incredible stay for 2 nights. The Varley’s went our of their way to accommodate our family who had to stay over unplanned due to flooding. ... read more The food and the views were excellent. Our unit was spacious, comfortable and secluded. Children friendly. I can certainly recommend this as a get-away-from-it-all experience.

  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.

  We had the best stay at the most beautiful, amazing place. The chalet is perfect, clean and you get lost in the incredible nature surrounding you. Absolutely private... read more and secluded. The hosts are generous and accommodating, makes you feel right at home. To experience the animals from nearby is indescribable amazing, and the hiking trails a must. We will definitely return. Thank you for a wonderful experience!

  Great stay in a wonderful scenery with own wildlife at your doorstep.
Magnificent home made dinners, fantastic BBQ food !!.
The Varley family provides a lovely hosting and hospitality!
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  This is the third time my husband and I have stayed at Zwartberg View and every time it just gets better. This is the most peaceful and comfortable accommodation we... read more have stayed in, coupled with wonderful, generous hosts, amazing food and the best beds we have slept in! I cannot recommend this enough. It's a perfect stop off between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth. We have stayed here as a couple, with our 4 children and the most recent trip was with my elderly parents. Varley and Hannalize could not have been more accommodating and kind towards them.

  On a roadtrip with my son, and on our way back from Addo, we decided to stay over around Oudtshoorn, ending up with the magnificent views and hospitality of the... read more Varley Family and their no nonsense approach to comfort and excellence.
Viewing the animals from the evening dinner deck brought a new perspective to the different personalities of animals, from the skittish kudu to the regal Giraffe and the intrusive little troublemaking Guinea Fowl.
We had a good rest, loads of hot water, clean and comfortable lodging and spectacular morning and evening views. The type of "Visiting friends/family" holiday experience with the exuberant hospitality we have known as kids.
Will definitely return to the Varley family and follow their progress and growth with a keen eye. Special place. Special people.