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Featuring pool views, Porcupine Hills Olive and Guest Farm offers accommodation with balcony, around 38 km from Mt Hebron Nature Reserve. This holiday home features a private pool, a garden, barbecue facilities, free WiFi and free private parking. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. At the holiday home, the units are fitted with a desk. Accommodation includes a terrace with mountain views, a fully equipped kitchen, an outdoor dining area and a private bathroom with shower. At the holiday home, the units are equipped with bed linen and towels. Guests at the holiday home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Botrivier, like cycling, fishing and hiking. Kleinmond Golf Course is 44 km from Porcupine Hills Olive and Guest Farm, while Howhoek Nature Reserve is 48 km from the property. Cape Town International Airport is 98 km away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 sofa bed
Bedroom 2:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 3:
1 large double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
Bedroom 1:
2 single beds
Bedroom 2:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 3:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
Bedroom 3:
2 single beds
Bedroom 4:
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
8.8
High score for Botrivier
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Carel
    South Africa South Africa
    Beautiful location - remote and private - excellent for larger groups as there are various other accommodation on same location - rustic but well equipped with gas / solar -
  • Jennifer
    South Africa South Africa
    The scenery and mountainside make this place special. Lots of amazing nooks and crannies to wander around. The dam had paddle boats and a great chill area. So much space for our large family to connect and to retreat for quiet time. ...
  • Jeanine
    South Africa South Africa
    All the comforts for an off the grid experience with a hot tub and fire places everywhere to keep warm in the colder months. Really incredible beauty of the surroundings
  • Lee
    South Africa South Africa
    An incredible Olive and Guest Farm situated in arguably one of the best locations of the Overberg Region! An absolute must for Urbanites to escape the city limits and breath!
  • Leslie
    South Africa South Africa
    We stayed at the farmhouse. Quaint, well-supplied cottage (even had ground coffee and plungers) in a beautiful setting. Hosts were very good, getting hot tub ready etc. The bedrooms were lovely and the beds comfortable. Despite rainy weather,...
  • Chamain
    South Africa South Africa
    Loved every minute of our stay. The hot tub was amazing and just sitting around the fire and enjoying nature. Recommend this for everyone who just want to get away for the madness of your day to day life. Will definitely go back.
  • Hannes
    Germany Germany
    super cozy hot tub under the stars. Super comfy beds and blankets.
  • Anna
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The house was beautiful and so well.equipped. We stayed an extra night as we couldn't bear to leave this gem of a spot. It's a perfect getaway - completely private and peaceful, glorious views and walking, and luxurious home.comforts. The pool...
  • Zulpha
    South Africa South Africa
    The farmhouse was open and spacious and had everything that we needed for cooking and comfort. Hot tub & splash pool perfect after a long hike.
  • Andrew
    South Africa South Africa
    This is a place to relax. A wonderful, private sanctuary with outstanding hosts.

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.

Hosted by Cha Davenport

9.8
9.8
Host review score
Host review score
Cha Davenport
Porcupine Hills Guest and Olive Farm, just 1,5 hours outside of Cape Town, is located in the Overberg along the beautiful Van der Stel Pass. As a partner of the Groenlandberg Conservancy, the farm stands out from its agricultural neighbours, and guests have the opportunity to explore a diverse flora and fauna during their stay. Whether you're looking for an exciting weekend in the country for the whole family, or a quiet retreat for two, Porcupine Hills can cater to that getaway you've been searching for.
Our family have lived here for the past 12 years and really enjoy sharing the beauty and tranquility of this valley with our guests. Conservation is a priority at Diepklowe Private Nature Reserve, which is home to the endangered indigenous vegetation, Renosterveld. We are proudly affiliated with various conservation efforts, such as Cape Nature, the Groenlandberg Conservancy, Conservation at Work, Table Mountain Fund and others. We have developed wonderful walking and hiking trails that include our conservancy neighbours and offer spectacular views from the top of the hills. There are rare and endangered plant species endemic to the farm, a host of wildlife and extraordinary birdlife, crowned by a pair of Verreaux eagles.
Porcupine Hills is a 20-30 minute drive from Grabouw, Villiersdorp, Theewaterskloof Dam and Botriver. Hermanus is 45 mins away. Notable eating and drinking spots are The Melting Pot (Oak Valley farm, Grabouw; Zest Deli and Beaumont Wine Farm, Botriver, as well as numerous wine farms and farmstalls in the area. The Botrivier wetlands are home to thousands of waterfowl and the elusive herd of wild horses. One of a kind shopping at Dassiesfontein - all kinds of everything! Cape Canopy tours and hiking in the Hottentots Holland Reserve on the Viljoens Pass.
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Porcupine Hills Olive and Guest Farm
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Dining table
    • Cleaning products
    • Stovetop
    • Kitchenware
    • Kitchen
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    • Wardrobe or closet
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Bath or shower
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Free toiletries
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Fireplace
    • Seating Area
    • Desk
    Room Amenities
    • Clothes rack
    • Mosquito net
    • Private entrance
    • Fan
    • Ironing facilities
    Pets
    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Outdoors
    • Picnic area
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Outdoor dining area
    • Barbecue
    • Private pool
    • BBQ facilities
    • Patio
    • Balcony
    • Terrace
    • Garden
    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!
    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Pool with view
    • Plunge pool
    • Shallow end
    • Pool/beach towels
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    • Sun umbrellas
    Wellness
    • Sun umbrellas
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    Food & Drink
    • Wine/champagne
      Additional charge
    Activities
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    Outdoor & View
    • Mountain view
    • Pool view
    • Garden view
    • View
    Building characteristics
    • Detached
    Transport
    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • Express check-in/check-out
    Entertainment and family services
    • Board games/puzzles
    • Board games/puzzles
    • Babysitting/child services
      Additional charge
    Cleaning services
    • Ironing service
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Business facilities
    • Fax/photocopying
    • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Miscellaneous
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    Languages spoken
    • Afrikaans
    • English

    House rules
    Porcupine Hills Olive and Guest Farm takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 14:00 to 18:00
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    From 10:30 to 11:00
    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 option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    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.
    Quiet hours
    Guests must be quiet between 21:00 and 09:00.
    Pets
    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

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

    Please inform Porcupine Hills Olive and Guest Farm 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.

    Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 09:00:00.

    Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

    FAQs about Porcupine Hills Olive and Guest Farm

    • Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Porcupine Hills Olive and Guest Farm on this page.

    • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Porcupine Hills Olive and Guest Farm (subject to availability). These have:

      • 3 bedrooms
      • 4 bedrooms

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Porcupine Hills Olive and Guest Farm on this page.

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Porcupine Hills Olive and Guest Farm (subject to availability). These can accommodate:

      • 4 guests
      • 6 guests
      • 8 guests

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Porcupine Hills Olive and Guest Farm offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Fishing
      • Swimming Pool

    • Check-in at Porcupine Hills Olive and Guest Farm is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • Yes, Porcupine Hills Olive and Guest Farm is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • The prices at Porcupine Hills Olive and Guest Farm may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Porcupine Hills Olive and Guest Farm on this page.

    • Yes, there is a private pool. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Porcupine Hills Olive and Guest Farm on this page.

    • Porcupine Hills Olive and Guest Farm is 7.5 miles from the centre of Botrivier. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.