Traveller’s Choice 2022

Posted on Mon September 12, 2022.

We are beyond grateful for everyone’s support. Thank you! We had a good summer season and a not so bad winter season after all. Obviously not the same as usual, but enough to keep us going. A HUGE thank you for that. So grateful for our truly wonderful team who knuckle down, work exceptionally hard and pull through with huge smiles and warm supportive hearts.

Speaking of fantastic staff…

Look at what happened for the 10th year in a row! Best of the Best Traveller’s Choice 2022… This time #8 small stay in the world and #2 in Africa!

Further Reading

A RELATIONSHIP BUILT ON RESPECT Sat February 28, 2026

Our approach to food is shaped by care. Care for the land, for the people who farm it, and for those who sit around our tables. At Schoone Oordt, hospitality starts long before a plate reaches the dining room. It starts with relationships. One of the most important of these is our long-standing partnership with Wild Kalahari, a mindful meat company whose values align closely with our own.

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One of the experiences we continue to treasure at Schoone Oordt, is Fragrance & Flavour Fusion — an interactive, immersive workshop hosted by the talented team at Grace+Merci
SCHOONE OORDT CURATED EXPERIENCES: FRAGRANCE & FLAVOUR FUSION Fri November 28, 2025

Grace + Merci’s Fragrance & Flavour Fusion is an immersive sensory workshop exploring the fascinating connection between scent and taste. The experience includes a light tasting lunch, insights into perfumery, and must be booked in advance for a minimum of four guests. It’s a unique, year-round offering that showcases the creative charm of Swellendam.

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A DIRT ROAD, A DREAM, AND THE WINES OF OLIVEDALE Tue October 14, 2025

At Schoone Oordt Country House, we value stories that honour nature, craftsmanship, and authenticity — and Olivedale Private Vineyards is a perfect example. Born from courage, creativity, and a deep respect for the land, each handcrafted wine tells a story of soil, wind, and patience, reflecting the same philosophy we embrace at Schoone Oordt, where we celebrate nature-led creation and local excellence.

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