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Melkhout Guest Farm Campsite
Trusted by 15000+ customers
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from R450
/ for 2 guests
WiFI
Braai / Barbeque
Firepit
Shower only
Patio
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Accommodation Description
Melkhout Guest Farm Campsite offers a rustic nature-lovers retreat on the banks of the Breede River, between Bonnievale and Swellendam in the Western Cape. The campsite provides 12 well-spaced, grassy pitches, each surrounded by trees and bushes that add to the serene, natural setting. Guests can enjoy the choice of shaded or sunny sites, all within easy reach of essential amenities.
Each campsite has access to electricity and clean drinking water, while shared ablution facilities ensure hot showers and flush toilets. The Breede River's proximity makes it ideal for canoeing or swimming on warmer days, and the camp’s laid-back atmosphere is perfect for families, couples, or groups looking for a quiet outdoor getaway.
Setting Description
Located in the heart of the Western Cape’s Breede River Valley, the farm offers panoramic views of the river and the Langeberg Mountains. Visitors can witness the day-to-day activities of a working dairy farm, enjoy peaceful strolls along the riverbank, or relax under the wide-open skies of the countryside. This rural setting creates a calm, slow-paced atmosphere perfect for relaxation and reflection.
The farm’s proximity to the Breede River allows for water-based activities like kayaking, fishing, and swimming. Birdwatchers will appreciate the abundant wildlife along the river, while those who enjoy hiking can explore various farm trails or nearby mountain paths. The farm also offers a unique glimpse into the workings of a dairy farm, adding a delightful educational element to the visit.
See also: Melkhout Guest Farm
Activities
Birding
Kayaking
Swimming
Walking Trails
Reviews
Fantastic campsite. Excellent personal service. Nice, clean, private deck with ablution.
G. van der Merwe
What an amazing place! Beautiful, lush green grass, farm fresh produce, private ablutions and spacious stands. Cooling down in the river and fishing was fun!
R. Jacobs
Fantastic campsite. Excellent personal service. Nice, clean, private deck with ablution.
G. van der Merwe
What an amazing place! Beautiful, lush green grass, farm fresh produce, private ablutions and spacious stands. Cooling down in the river and fishing was fun!
R. Jacobs
Location
Swellendam Road, Melkhout Guest Farm, Bonnievale, 1459
How to get there
From Cape Town International Airport:
1. Head south on Airport Ring Rd for 950 meters.
2. Slight left toward Airport Approach Rd, then continue straight for 190 meters.
3. Take the Borcherds Quarry Road/M22 ramp to M18/Nyanga/M10/Bellville for 290 meters.
4. Keep right at the fork and turn right onto Borcherds Quarry Rd/M22, driving for 1.2 km.
5. Merge onto N2 via the ramp to Somerset, using the left lane, and continue for 800 meters.
6. Merge onto Settlers Way/N2 for 3.2 km.
7. Take exit 22A toward R300/Bellville and merge onto Kuils River Rd/R300 for 13.1 km.
8. Use any lane to merge onto N1 toward Paarl/Worcester (Toll road) for 83.4 km.
9. Turn right onto Roux Rd, go through 1 roundabout, and continue onto Riebeeck St for 1.1 km.
10. Turn left onto High St for 400 meters.
11. Turn right onto Robertson Rd/R60 and follow the road for 2.6 km.
12. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto R60, continuing straight for 8.6 km.
13. At the next roundabout, take the 2nd exit and stay on R60 for 17.7 km.
14. Turn right to stay on R60, then turn right again after 3.8 km.
15. Turn left onto Swellendam Rd for 1.7 km.
16. Turn right and after 93 m, Melkhout Guest Farm will be on the left.
