Beautiful and tranquil place, perfect for whole family to relax in quiet of nature.
Great for hiking.
Friendly owners and staff, really makes you feel at home.
Especially enjoyed watching... read more the animals so close.
Chalets neat and perfect for a comfortable stay.
A lot to do in surrounding area.
A must stay!

  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.

  We were a family of 6 and stayed in Kudu (4 sleeper) and Oryx (2 sleeper). Both chalets were well equipped with quality bed linen and towels. Kudu chalet has... read more a large barbecue facility for self catering. Both lodges have amazing views of the 3 mountain ranges. We had breakfast and dinner at the lodge and both meals were mind blowing. The lodge also has a lovely pool area and a bar, with beautiful views of the mountains and the wildlife on the farm (Springboks, Kudu, Zebra, Giraffe, Swartwildebeest, Oryx) to name a few. You can also take a hike through well laid out hiking trails and view the wildlife on the farm up close. The owners also arranged a sundowner for us on top of a hill with stunning views of the 3 mountain ranges. The owners and staff were exceptional, friendly and helpful, they did not hesitate to assist with special requests and made great suggestions for nearby attractions, of which there are plenty. If relaxation is your thing, do not hesitate to stay at this lodge, you will not regret it, we had a very special time and will definitely visit again in future. More

  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.

  If you are looking for a good place to stay, Zwartbergview Mountain Lodge is allocated just outside Oudtshoorn where you can enjoy peace and tranquility. You have privacy at the... read more chalets and good company/entertainment at the lodge.

This peace of heaven is just far enough away from town to enjoy nature, but still close enough to enjoy all the activities in the surrounding area.

  This is my 5th visit to ZVML and it ranks ever-higher in my experience and estimation. Having brought different friends each time I visit they all want to return.... read more The environment, comfort, views and hospitality is first class. Looking forward to returning soon.

  Peace of heaven on earth. Was the most pleasant experience ever. The quietness of nature restore your inner peace. Will definitely be back. I enjoyed the hospitality, nature and complete... read more relaxation of body and soul. Highly recommended More

  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

  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

  My husband and I set out on a mini road trip for 10 days at the end of July beginning of August, and my husband being the planner he is,... read more opted for each destination to be booked prior to our departure. I therefore booked 5 getaways (two nights each) over our 10 day period. Zwartberg View Mountain Lodge had been recommended to us and so we included the Lodge in our itinerary. Without knowing what to expect, I had been looking forward to our stay in George the most BUT that said, Zwartberg exceeded all expectations, and was my absolute favourite stay/getaway of all. On arrival we were literally met first by the local giraffe - Melman (what a treat) - and then by the owners Varley & Hannelize. From that moment on our stay did not disappoint. The rooms are exceptionably comfortable (oh my word that bed!!!), and the surroundings are breathtaking. We set out each morning for a walk around the farm, enjoying not only the walk but also being able to see the local Lodge animals in the distance as they avoided meeting us head on. After our exercise we would head down to the main common area and deck for a delicious (late) breakfast. The rest of the day can be spent relaxing and soaking in the view or exploring the surrounding areas (the Meiringspoort is definitely worth the drive if you have never been and the small village of De Rust was a treat too). In the evening we would head down to the deck for sundowners and watch the animals come in for their dinner. We also opted for dinner in the evening and besides being absolutely delicious, the chef was also very generous with the portion sizes (so much so that we never finished a meal). If you enjoy your wines, then Varley has a serious selection of some very enjoyable cultivars. The evenings were finished off around a large fireplace enjoying the absolute peace and quiet and some more lovely red wine. If you enjoy the outdoors, wide open spaces, and good old fashioned South African hospitality then this is the place to spend a couple of days or more (we were very sad to leave after two days and could definitely done another night or so). Thank you Varley, Hannelize, and Zwartberg Mountain View Lodge for providing an unforgettable getaway.