Location: South Africa » Western Cape » Garden Route » RiversdaleSleeping Beauty Guest HouseSleeping Beauty Guest House Guest House accommodation in Riversdale Western CapeDescriptionBuilt in 1880 as a parsonage this gracious Georgian style house, breaths character and ambiance in a street graced by beautifully restored homes.
The house is set back from the road with well kept lawns and flower beds while the back rolls down to the river with an attractive duck pond, here guests can enjoy tea
in the garden and enjoy the superb view of the Sleeping Beauty mountain peak.
Our bedrooms are large, with high, beamed ceilings, wall heaters ensure your comfort in winter and ceiling fans cool the air in summer.
Riversdale has excellent restaurants but a candlelight dinner with your hosts is an option which has led many of our guests to return. This does need to be pre booked.
We pride ourselves on our personal service and knowledge of this beautiful country and are happy to advise guests on things to do and see and routes to other destinations. Sleeping Beauty Guest House is situated in Long Street, the oldest street in the town
where much restoration has taken place. This gracious home, built in 1880 as a Victorian parsonage, has been lovingly restored and offers guests superior accommodation in large well appointed en suite rooms. The focus of our guest house is concentrated on the comfort of our guests who can be assured of a warm welcome and personal attention from their hosts, Jinja and Monica.
The house stands amid a hectare of land in a colourful garden with a river boundary and has panoramic views of the Langeberg Mountains and Sleeping Beauty Mountain Peak, after which our Guest House has been named. Guests can enjoy tea in the garden overlooking the adjacent riding school where the horses and riding pupils provide a great source of interest and entertainment. This beautiful Guest House, built in 1880 as a parsonage, was carefully restored and established as the first Bed and Breakfast establishment in Riversdale.
The house is situated in the oldest street in Riversdale and is surrounded by lovingly restored homes of great historical and architectural interest. On the edge of town with a river boundary, the country ambience ensures peace and tranquility to your visit. The Sleeping Beauty mountain peak after which our Guest House is named is the icon of Riversdale, see her once and you will never forget her profile. After a day of sightseeing you can relax in the lovely country garden, with views of the mountain and farmlands.
The Southern Cape is largely unexplored by tourists. For those seeking something off the beaten track, this area has much to offer.
Your hosts, Monica and Jinja have lived in many parts of this wonderful country and are happy to advise guests on travel plans in South Africa and the many places of interest within easy access of Riversdale.
Sleeping Beauty Guest House has been graded by the Tourism Grading Council as a three star guest house and is a member of the National Accommodation Association. Contact Details:
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Tel: 086 127 6237
Int. Tel: +27 51 924 0585 | AttractionsRiversdale has earned its name as the Floral Paradise of the Garden Route because of the abundance of indigenous flora in the surrounding areas. The scenic route through the
Garcia Pass into the Little Karoo is a favourite destination for the fynbos enthusiast. Various fynbos export farms offer guided tours.
For the more adventurous there are hiking trails, 4 x 4 trails, abseiling, and horseback safaris and safe cycling routes. The town also boasts a picturesque 9 hole golf course where visitors are welcome.
Impressive examples of South African art can be viewed at the Julius Gordon Africana Centre which is internationally known as one of its kind in the country and is situated in Long Street, a short walk from the Guest House.
Still Bay and Witsand with their beautiful beaches are only a short drive away and offer great whale watching in season.
So bring your golf clubs, binoculars and hiking boots and experience country life the South African way.
  
TGCSA Star Grading FacilitiesDining We offer dinner by arrangement. This is optional but does need to be prebooked.The delicious meals are personally prepared and include fresh homegrown vegetables and fruit. Alternatively, a booking can be made at one of the local restaurants.
Conferences Conference facilities for up to 15 delegates are available
DirectionsTurn off N2 at the advertising pylon, cross the railway line and proceed down the Main Street to the end of town. Turn left into Long St. at Snyman Hardware. The Guest House is on the right, 400m . Othewise just follow the sign boards. |
