Guest House in Graaff-Reinet, Eastern Cape

Luxurious Guest House in Graaff-Reinet

Summary of the Guest House

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Property Type	Guest House, sleeps 14, 7 BR, 7 BA, 300 m²
Accommodation	breakfast
Locality	Countryside
Suitability	children welcome, suitable for elderly, pets allowed

Description of the Guest House in Graaff-Reinet, Eastern Cape
Guest House in Graaff-Reinet, Eastern Cape: Luxurious Guest House in Graaff-Reinet - Schanskraal, a private estate of some 14 000 hectares, 5 290 ft above sea level, is a vast landscape of rugged mountains, valleys and wetlands, providing sweeping and spacious vistas and supporting a diverse eco-system. Accommodation is offered in Schanskraal Country Manor which is one of the very best guest manors in South Africa or in Burgersrust Country Lodge, a sympathetically and comfortably restored historic farmstead. Schanskraal Country Manor is a delightful Cape Dutch style building, generously proportioned and luxuriously furnished in impeccable taste. It is located in a secluded part of the Schanskraal Estate, surrounded by landscaped gardens, shady, mature trees and next to some natural ponds which fade into the vast Karoo landscape and attract plentiful water fowl and game. The special environment of our Guest House in Graaff-Reinet creates a unique ambience of relaxation and tranquillity. Be spoilt by our renowned Karoo hospitality, sip your sundowner next to the beautifully landscaped swimming pool as you experience the best sunsets in the world or unwind in the jacuzzi and gaze at the splendour of our night skies. The Manor offers executive luxury and comfort and is stylishly furnished throughout with Cape Dutch furniture and is richly decorated in imported fabrics. Experience the finest cuisine from the well equipped kitchen. Dine in the lavish dining room and enjoy selected wines from our private cellar.

Nearby the Guest House in Graaff-Reinet, Eastern Cape
On Schanskraal snowfalls can occasionally be enjoyed in winter but generally the weather is mild and summers are warm making it ideal for the following outdoor activities: Scenic drives - Flora & Fauna, Game drives, Guided walks & hikes, Bird watching, Clay pigeon shooting, Archery, Wing shooting, 4x4, Mountain biking and Quad biking, Horse riding, Swimming in our landscaped heated pool, Canoeing, Star gazing, Rock Art and Cultures Past. Guided tours are offered to mystic Bushman sites, rock art and visits to the many ruins and remains of kilometers of stonewalls built over many years by the pioneers and “Bywoners”. Guests are welcome to make use of their own 4x4 vehicles, mountain or quad bikes to explore the 60+ km of farm tracks.

Amenities of the Guest House in Graaff-Reinet, Eastern Cape

Property Type	Guest House, sleeps 14, 7 Bedrooms, 7 Bathrooms, 300 m² floor area
Accommodation	breakfast
Locality	Countryside
General	balcony, blinds, fans, fireplace, iron board, safe
Entertainment	satellite TV, DVD, VCR, stereo, CD, radio
Communication	telephone, fax
Bedrooms	7 bedrooms
Bathroom	7 bathrooms, shower, bathtub, hair dryer, washing machine, dryer
Kitchen	fully fitted, refrigerator, stove, microwave, coffee maker, toaster
Service	maid service, linen provided, towels provided
On-Site	pool, jacuzzi, outdoor space, patio, garden chairs, BBQ
Nearby Leisure Activities	biking, fishing, golf, hiking, hunting, kayaking, shopping, sight seeing
Suitability	children welcome, suitable for elderly, unsuitable for wheelchairs, pets allowed, no smoking

Notes: There is a trellised verandah the length of the front of the manor and a charming entertainment area against a landscaped hill behind, should our guests choose to dine alfresco. This includes a large terrace with rock garden, braai (BBQ) area, leading to a jacuzzi and a landscaped heated swimming pool with pool house and shower facilities.
The swimming pool of our Guest House in Graaff-Reinet as well as the billiards room with a full size snooker table and bar and the outdoor activities offered on Schanskraal contribute to a relaxed atmosphere, conducive to successful brainstorming and teambuilding sessions.

Information about the Guest House in Graaff-Reinet, Eastern Cape
Holiday in Graaff-Reinet: Schanskraal lies on the northern slopes of the Sneeuberg Mountains in the unique and timeless High Karoo in the Eastern Cape, about 100 kilometers north of beautiful and historic Graaff-Reinet, one of South Africa's greatest gems. This location, far from towns, main roads and the beaten track, ensures the tranquillity necessary for the full enjoyment of the country experience. Bushmen (or, more correctly, San) once roamed these hills and valleys and their rock art and artifacts are to be found in various locations on Schanskraal. Many animal species are at home on Schanskraal; in particular Leopard, Jackal, Aardwolf, Aardvark, Zebra, Kudu, Black Wildebeest, Gemsbok, Springbok, Blesbok, Steenbok, Klipspringer, Caracal (Rooikat), Baboons, Meerkats etc. Over 150 different bird species have been observed including Black Eagles, Martial Eagles and Fish Eagles.

Rental Rates of the Guest House in Graaff-Reinet, Eastern Cape

The rental rates for this property are quoted in ZAR per person per night.

Period	Rental Rates and Exchange
Jan 01, 2006 - Dec 31, 2006	EUR	USD	GBP

Notes to the Rates of the Guest House in Graaff-Reinet, Eastern Cape
The Manor - Fully Catered - excludes drinks & activities: R850 per person per night sharing. The Manor - Fully Catered - selection of local drinks and one scenic drive: R1200 per person per night sharing. The Manor - Self-Catering - R550 per person per night sharing. Burgersrust - Self-Catering - Out of Season: R180 per person per night. Burgersrust - Self-Catering - In Season: R220 per person per night. Schanskraal is accessible by a good gravel road quite suitable for motor cars, or by air. Its private airstrips can accommodate aircraft up to the King Air. It is also the ideal venue for Conferences, workshops, product launches etc. The conference facility, coupled to the Manor House's accommodation and catering facilities, is ideally suited for executive breakaways, team building exercises, workshops, "bosberade", product launches etc. The Schanskraal airstrip can accommodate planes transporting up to 12 passengers, making access to the Conference Venue within easy reach of the major centres such as Port Elizabeth.