De
Oude Opstal - Robertson - Western Cape - South Africa
farmlike living, but only a few Footsteps to the middle of the Town
De Oude Opstal (the oldest House in Robertson) is a historical Cape Dutch Manor House located on 2 acres in Robertson in the Breede River Valley of Wine and Roses in the Western Cape. Beautiful restored and decorated with stunning location amidst beautiful
Gardens, Vineyards and breathtaking Views to the Langeberg Mountains De Oude Opstal, the only Historic Cape Dutch Guesthouse in Robertson, is in a cul-de-sac road in a quiet and safe residential area of Robertson. We offer 3 luxury rooms all Bath
en-suite , Barfridge, tea and coffee making facilities, LCD's , wireless Internet connection, private entrance and patio. Guests can relax and stay refreshed around the swimming pool or enjoy a Round of Golf in the new 'Silwerstrand Golf Court' or having
a day trip to one of the many Wine Farms of the Robertson Wine Valley. We offer free, shaded and secured parking for all our guests. German owner managed.
History of De Oude Opstal
According to an article by Anna Minnar-Vos that was published in Die Huisvrou (the Housewife) in October 1974, the house dated back to before the founding of the town in 1853 as it was already known under the name De Oude Opstal (the old farmhouse) at that time. It
was one of only two houses that were indicated on the first map of the town in 1853.
This house was situated on the banks of the Hoops River and was included under the section council of Robertson before it was incorporated by the municipality. Who the first
owner of the beautiful old Dutch house was, is not known. Looking at the gable of the house it can be dated back to the beginning of 19th century as in 1853 it was already known as the old farmhouse.
In February 1945 the house was auctioned and it was bought
by a young businessman, Johan de Jong for the amount of R2400. With a few helpers and a lot of faith he started to renovate the ruined house. On one of glass panes of the window the name P G Roos was scratched out with a diamond. According to town records he was
‘hounded out of town’ in 1867 after he misbehaved himself.
This relates also to the question - was De Oude Opstal haunted? According to Mr. De Jong, he thought it did. Even he didn’t believe in ghosts, but some strange things did happen, like doors and
windows rattling. He thought about an old lady that died in the house and about the man P G Roos that carved his name into the window pane.
Whatever might have happened in these early days, we the current owners live a very happy life in De Oude Opstal
and some of these mysteries will most probably stay forever.
Accommodation
Lavender:
23 sqm, Bath en Suite, Doublebed, LCD, Wireless Internet connection, very nice terrace.
Features: Room Service, Away From it All, Quiet and Peaceful Area, Located near a Golf Course, Housekeeping Included, Walk to Shopping, Tourist Attractions, Secure Parking, Bicycle- Mountain Bike for Use
Amenities:
Private Outdoor Pool, Hair Dryer, Bath Towels Provided, Bed Linens Provided, Blankets Provided, Pillows Provided, Electric Heaters, Tea and Coffee making facility, Kettle, Antenna TV, WI-FI Internet, Washing Machine, Drying Machine, Beach Towels,
Beach Chairs, Safe Deposit Box, BBQ (incl. Wood)
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Mountainview:
30 sqm , Bath en Suite, Doublebed, LCD, Wireless Internet connection, Kitchen with Barfridge, Microwave, Toaster, Coffemaker, very nice private terrace.
Features:
Room Service, Away From it All, Quiet and Peaceful Area, Located near a Golf Course, Housekeeping Included, Walk to Shopping, Tourist Attractions, Secure Parking, Bicycle- Mountain Bike for Use
40 sqm, Bath en Suite, Doublebed, LCD, Wireless Internet connection, Kitchen with Barfridge, Microwave, Toaster, Coffemaker.
Features:
Room Service, Away From it All, Quiet and Peaceful Area, Located near a Golf Course, Housekeeping Included, Walk to Shopping, Tourist Attractions, Secure Parking, Bicycle- Mountain Bike for Use
1 or 2 nights R 350 3 to 6 nights R 300 7 or more R 250
Per person and night sharing, Single room supplement R 100
Extended-stays special rates apply from first night.
Rates Mountainview
Bed & Breakfast*
1 or 2 nights R 440 3 to 6 nights R 390 7 or more R 340
Self-catering*
1 or 2 nights R 380 3 to 6 nights R 330 7 or more R 280
Per person and night sharing,Single room supplement R 100
Extended-stays special rates apply from first night.
*All units are fully equipped and let out either on a self-catering or on a B & B basis. When let as self-catering, the units are fully serviced every 3rd day (linen, towels and pool towels included), when let on a B & B basis daily.
Rates OutOfAfrica
Bed & Breakfast*
1 or 2 nights R 440 3 to 6 nights R 390 7 or more R 340
Self-catering*
1 or 2 nights R 380 3 to 6 nights R 330 7 or more R 280
Per person and night sharing, Single room supplement R100
Extended-stays special rates apply from first night.
*All units are fully equipped and let out either on a self-catering or on a B & B basis. When let as self-catering, the units are fully serviced every 3rd day (linen, towels and pool towels included), when let on a B & B basis daily.
