Dolittle Cottages is set in Swellendam and has a pool with a view and mountain views. There is a private entrance at the chalet for the convenience of those who stay. The chalet offers rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. The chalet provides guests with a patio, garden views, a seating area, satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and a private bathroom with walk-in shower and a hair dryer. A toaster, a fridge and stovetop are also offered, as well as a kettle. At the chalet complex, units are equipped with bed linen and towels. Guests can take advantage of the warm weather with the property's barbecue facilities. Guests at the chalet can enjoy cycling nearby, or make the most of the garden. Swellendam Golf Course is 2.1 km from Dolittle Cottages, while Drostdy Museum is 1.8 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Free private parking available on-site

Reliable info
Guests say the description and photos for this property are very accurate.

Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
Living room:
1 sofa bed
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.7
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
9.0
High score for Swellendam
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  • Michael
    South Africa South Africa
    There where donkies. firewood and a proper braai grid was provided.
  • Rafal
    Poland Poland
    Atmosphere was fantastic. Owner is really responsive and helpfull. Animals were great addition.
  • Philip
    South Africa South Africa
    The donkeys were the absolute highlight! To wake up every morning to a fresh dip in the pool and the bleat of a sheep was pure bliss. The braai area is great and the loungers were a hit. The property is very central. The owners and staff were...
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Wildfire Properties

Company review score: 9.8Based on 131 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Wildfire Properties offers Self-catering Cottages and Rooms within our lovely little town of Swellendam. We and are all about providing a home away from home experience. Dolittle Cottages offers a farm experience with the convenience of being in town, on the property we have Donkeys, sheep and free roaming chickens who are all rescues from the SPCA. Swellendam Self-catering are 3 lovely townhouses, which our guests say feels like home. Marilyn's Rooms are catered towards business travelers who need a quite rest during their travels.

Property information

2 peaceful Cottages in the suburbs of Swellendam, equipped with a generator so you are never in the dark. For those who love country living & have a love of animals, then you'll love your stay. Our resident donkeys, sheep and chickens will happily greet you on arrival. To top things off when in season our 3 towering pecan nut trees will drop their gifts for you to pick up and enjoy. If Dolittle is booked, please try Doless which is right next door & identical other than colour of decor.

Neighbourhood information

Swellendam lies at the foot of the Langeberg Mountains and has become popular in recent times as a place to retreat and relax for those seeking a lifestyle outside of the city rat race. Steeped in history, as one of the oldest settlements in South Africa, you can expect a neat and welcoming town full of heritage buildings, amazing restaurants, nature adventures and many attractions right on our doorstep.

Languages spoken

Afrikaans,English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Dolittle Cottages
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Dining table
    • Cleaning products
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    • Wardrobe or closet
    • Alarm clock
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Bath or shower
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Free toiletries
    • Hairdryer
    • Bath
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Seating Area
    Media & Technology
    • Flat-screen TV
    • Cable channels
    • Satellite channels
    Room Amenities
    • Socket near the bed
    • Drying rack for clothing
    • Tile/marble floor
    • Private entrance
    • Fan
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Outdoors
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Outdoor dining area
    • Barbecue
    • BBQ facilities
    • Patio
    • Garden
    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!
    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Plunge pool
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    • Fence around pool
    Wellness
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    Food & Drink
    • Tea/Coffee maker
    Activities
    • Horse riding
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Cycling
      Off-site
    • Hiking
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
      Additional charge
    Outdoor & View
    • Garden view
    • View
    Building characteristics
    • Detached
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    • Private check-in/check-out
    Entertainment and family services
    • Child safety socket covers
    Cleaning services
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Miscellaneous
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • Security alarm
    • Key access
    • 24-hour security
    Languages spoken
    • Afrikaans
    • English

    House rules

    Dolittle Cottages takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 14:00 to 19:00

    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

    Check-out

    From 07:30 to 10:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Cot upon request
    Free

    The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cots are subject to availability.

    No age restriction

    There is no age requirement for check-in

    Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Bankcard Dolittle Cottages accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    A surcharge of R100 per hour applies for arrivals after check-in hours with final check-in being at 10pm. All requests for late arrival are subject to confirmation by the property

    Please inform Dolittle Cottages in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    FAQs about Dolittle Cottages

    • Check-in at Dolittle Cottages is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • Dolittle Cottages can accommodate the following group size:

      • 6 guests

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Dolittle Cottages offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Golf course (within 3 km)
      • Swimming Pool
      • Horse riding

    • Yes, Dolittle Cottages is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • The prices at Dolittle Cottages may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Dolittle Cottages is 850 yards from the centre of Swellendam. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • Dolittle Cottages has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 2 bedrooms

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.