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Cypress Cottages, Graaff-Reinet
Two 1800s B&B cottages, beautifully restored and furnished with antiques.
Location: Cacadu Type: B&B	Price Range: Standard R350 - R500 pps Atmosphere: Tranquil Elegant Relaxed

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These two charming cottages date back to the 1800s. They're a great blend of authentic Karoo style and ambience, with every creature comfort. They have been beautifully restored and furnished with antiques. They face each other across the shady quiet of one of the most picturesque streets of the town. They each cottage have their own private garden.

Cypress Cottage
Pine and slate floors with reed ceilings make an attractive background for the lovely country-style antique furniture. There is a comfortable living room and a dining room and three en-suite bedrooms, each with different but equally comfortable options:

• Room 1 has twin beds, plus bath and a shower cubicle
• Room 2 has a double bed, plus bath with telephone shower.
• Room 3 has a double bed plus two single beds plus bath and shower cubicle - makes an ideal family room

The cottage opens onto a secluded private garden and has access to the extensive gardens of the main house, a swimming pool and a special playground for children.

Jacaranda Cottage
Across the road from Cypress Cottage, Jacaranda has three en-suite bedrooms, a comfortable dining room and sitting room and a covered patio that makes a perfect spot for breakfast and sundowners . There's also an outdoor dining and braai area out in the garden, beneath the shade of a vine-covered pergola.

• Room 1 has twin beds and a shower
• Room 2 has a double bed, a bath and shower
• Room 3 has a double bed, bath and shower

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Contact Details

Contact Person: Hillary Palme
Email: info@cypresscottage.co.za
Website: http://www.cypresscottage.co.za
Cellphone: 083 456 1795
Phone: (049) 892 3965
Fax: (049) 892 3965
Street: 76 Donkin Str
City: Graaff-Reinet
State: Eastern Cape
Country: South Africa

Directions

Directions: Coming from the North (N9) turn right into Caledon St. Continue until the fourth road, Donkin St, turn left and Cottages are at the end on the right. Nr 80.

Coming in from the South (N9), go across birdge and turn left into West St. (Between filling stations). At the end of the road turn right into Donkin St. Nr 80

Facilities

Off street parking
All rooms air-conditioned
Heating
Secluded gardens
Pool

Meals

Breakfast is a sumptuous, traditional country affair at Cypress Cottages with the best fresh-farm produce that the Karoo has to offer.
Fruit in season, picked from the orchard: figs, grapes, apricots; newly-laid eggs and bacon, homemade preserves. Plus all the usual cereals, muesli and yoghurt, served indoors at the cosy dining table, or out in the garden.

Attractions

Karoo Nature Reserve
Valley of Desolation
Reinet House
Hester Rupert Art Museum
Old Library Museum

Accommodation

No. of rooms: 6
Pricing: Standard R350 - R500 pps
Children Policy:
welcomed
Usual Guests:

Honeymooners
Families
Independent travellers
Gays

Best time to visit:
Make a day or two available on your travels to explore this gem of the Karoo. Anytime is good.

What to pack:
Pack your swim gear to wash off the dust after a long hot day in Summer. Jacket and woolies in Winter are advised.
Good walking/hiking shoes will stand you in good stead when hiking. Plenty rocks grow in the Karoo.

Atmosphere:

Tranquil
Elegant
Relaxed

Why visit Cypress Cottages

Best Features: Other than its accommodation being of superior quality, its position and tranquility in this small Karoo town is unique.

Bear In Mind: If you want action and noise and hectic nightlife, then this is definitely not for you.

Things to Do and See

There are a multitude of superb museums and art exhibitions in Graaff-Reinet that are really worth the effort.

But if you only do one thing in this area then make sure that you visit the Karoo Nature Reserve that surrounds the town and get to the viewing sites above the town and over the Valley of Desolation. Sundown with a bitterly cold drink overlooking the Karoo is a life-enriching experience.

Hiking Trails

There is an excellent choice of trails through the surrounding countryside and mountains, which you could do alone or in organized parties with a guide.

Birding

More than 22 species of birds have been recorded in the region. Expeditions and walks with local experts can be arranged.

Horse and Pony Trail

Riding is a great way to explore the countryside, especially the higher ground and more inaccessible regions.

Quad Bikes

A modern and exciting way to see the Karoo and have an excellent day out. Professional guides provide tuition and careful supervision.

Golf

Graaff-Reinet boasts a well-maintained and challenging nine-hole course and a clubhouse with every facility.

Bowls

The Graaff-Reinet Bowling Club welcomes visitors

Make Graaff-Reinet – and Cypress Cottages - your base for exploring and enjoying this remarkable region

Low season

Out of Season

Per room per person per night
R400-450
includes breakfast

Mid season

In Season

Per room per person per night
R500-550
includes breakfast

Peak season

In Season

Per room per person per night
R500-550
includes breakfast

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