Set just less than 1 km from The Old Parsonage Museum, Altenburgh Accommodation - Apartments features accommodation in Somerset East with access to a garden, barbecue facilities, as well as full-day security. The property features mountain and inner courtyard views, and is 600 metres from Walter Battiss Art Museum. The guest house offers rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. The guest house provides guests with a terrace, garden views, a seating area, satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave and a toaster, and a private bathroom with shower and bathrobes. A patio with an outdoor dining area and city views is offered in all units. At the guest house, the units have bed linen and towels. For visitors looking to embark on day trips to nearby landmarks, the guest house provides a selection of packed lunches. Guests at Altenburgh Accommodation - Apartments will be able to enjoy activities in and around Somerset East, like hiking. Guests can also warm themselves near outdoor fireplace after a day of cycling. The nearest airport is Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport, 183 km from the accommodation.

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Property highlights

Breakfast info

Breakfast to go

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
1 double bed
1 double bed
1 large double bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.6
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
8.8
Location
7.9
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  • Andre
    South Africa South Africa
    Friendly and helpful staff, beautiful garden and quiet part of town. Nice room with all the basics.
  • Gerrit
    South Africa South Africa
    In a beautiful country setting, with a nice spacious cottage
  • Louise
    South Africa South Africa
    The owner and staff are extremely friendly and hospitable. They have thought of everything to make the stay comfortable - even a thermos flask for hot water during loadshedding. The property is very well maintained and situated in a tranquil...
Quality rating
This property is rated 4 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Host Information

9.6
9.6
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Host review score

Perfect for short term stays with air-conditioned, self cratering suites, apartments and rooms with the option to book breakfast packs All units have separate entrances and free parking on site. We providing a home and office for you in the Karoo, a base for work or to explore the surrounding area, Conveniently 200m from the business centre and within walking distance to restaurants, Supermarket, shops, schools and banks. The mountain drive with walking- and biking trails are accessed via our vehicle entrance. You have the luxury to park your vehicle on arrival and walk to most venues in our village - this is Karoo life. The heritage sites, Old Parsonage, the Walter Battiss Art Gallery, where you can take a tour of Fook Island, or see how taxidermy is done at the wildlife artistry, are within walking distance from our accommodation.
Accommodation is just what we do. Since our ancestor Thomas Hartly established the "Pig & Whistle" at Bathurst in the Eastern Cape during the 1800's, through to our Battiss family who run the Battiss Hotel in Somerset East, we provided accommodation from generation to generation, whether long- or short term, or simply taken a traveller under our wing for the night. We have moved with the times and our accommodation is modern, yet with a touch of period furniture and all the necessary comforts and necessities to create a home for you while visiting our area.
Altenburgh is situated in the historical village of Somerset East in the malaria free Eastern Cape, providing a midpoint gateway to major national parks, the Addo Elephant National Park, Mountain Zebra National Park, the Camdeboo National Park, the scenic Zuurberg Mountain Pass with breathtaking scenery and various tourist destinations. At the foot of the Boschberg mountain, with indigenous forests, where many athletic trails are run and exhilirating mountain bike races take place, we are within walking distance to the mountain drive and a short cycle to the gold course via our back entrance. Various other outdoor activities are available in the area for the more adventurous visitor i.e quad biking, 4 x 4 trails and game viewing to name but a few. Our gardens and surroundings are spacious, complimenting the vastness of the Karoo and you can almost touch the kaleidoscope of green on the mountain with visible waterfalls after good rains.
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,English,Xhosa

Property surroundings

Facilities of Altenburgh Accommodation - Apartments
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Additional toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • City view
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Squash
    Additional charge
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Bowling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • Packed lunches
    • Express check-in/check-out
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Key access
    • 24-hour security
    General
    • Electric blankets
    • Hypoallergenic
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Tile/marble floor
    • Heating
    • Private entrance
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    Languages spoken
    • Afrikaans
    • English
    • Xhosa

    House rules

    Altenburgh Accommodation - Apartments takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 14:00 to 18:00

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

    Check-out

    From 06:00 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 12 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

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    No age restriction

    There is no age requirement for check-in

    Payments by Booking.com

    Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Quiet hours

    Guests must be quiet between 21:00 and 05:00.

    Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

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

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform Altenburgh Accommodation - Apartments 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.

    Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 05:00:00.

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

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

    FAQs about Altenburgh Accommodation - Apartments

    • Yes, Altenburgh Accommodation - Apartments is popular with guests booking family stays.

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

    • Altenburgh Accommodation - Apartments is 100 yards from the centre of Somerset East. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Room options at Altenburgh Accommodation - Apartments include:

      • Studio
      • Apartment
      • Suite
      • Double

    • Check-in at Altenburgh Accommodation - Apartments is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • Altenburgh Accommodation - Apartments offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Bowling
      • Fishing
      • Squash
      • Golf course (within 3 km)
      • Horse riding