Phillipskop Mountain Reserve
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Phillipskop Mountain Reserve
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- Kitchen
- Mountain view
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- Swimming Pool
- BBQ facilities
- Free WiFi
- Terrace
- Balcony
- Free parking
About this property
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Elegant Accommodation: Phillipskop Mountain Reserve in Stanford offers a chalet with a swimming pool boasting stunning views. Guests can relax in the lush garden or stay connected with free WiFi. Comfortable Amenities: The property features an outdoor play area, picnic spots, family rooms, and a children's playground. Barbecue facilities and free on-site private parking enhance the stay. Scenic Surroundings: Located 145 km from Cape Town International Airport, Phillipskop Mountain Reserve is near attractions such as Vogelgat Nature Reserve (27 km) and Platbos Forest (31 km). Guests appreciate the scenic mountain views and the property's cleanliness.
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Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Family rooms
Availability
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Bedroom 1 1 double bed Bedroom 2 2 single beds Bedroom 3 3 single beds | ||
Bedroom 1 1 double bed Bedroom 2 2 single beds Bedroom 3 3 single beds | ||
Bedroom 1 1 double bed Bedroom 2 2 single beds Bedroom 3 3 single beds | ||
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Janet
South Africa“Location is magnificent, a real retreat experience.” - Laurelle South Africa“Stunning views, chalets had privacy, magnificent views, books and information on the flora and fauna, hosts very friendly and full of information, eco friendly.”
- Brent South Africa“Lovely place to stay, very peaceful. There are several hikes that are available on the property, with lovely scenery and some interesting history. There is also well presented information detailing the different types of flora and fauna that can...”
- Amy South Africa“Stunning location, absolute peace and quiet. Chalet had everything we needed and more. The games room for the kids was a great addition. The swimming pool was so beautiful. Wish we could've stayed longer. :)”
- Peter South Africa“The location and facilities were ideal for our family group for the weekend”
- Irina South Africa“I am very excited to have found this absolute gem. The nature reserve has a few beautiful hikes,the most amazing views and is very close to wine farms and the town of Standford. The house is spacious,clean and fully equipped. It is also situated...”
- Christiaan South Africa“The location and views was super. The unit had everything that you need, it was very spacious and clean. It is also close to Stanford, Hermanus and Gansbaai in case you need something from a shop or visit a restaurant.”
- Aqeelah South Africa“Everything 😍! The view is magical 🥹. The house was spacious 🤌. Felt really cozy ❤️.”
- Najmunesa South Africa“I enjoyed no TV ! The views were perfect The silence was perfect The mountains and walks were lovely. The beds and pillows were perfect”
- Nikola
United Kingdom“I loved the fresh and fragrant fynbos air; the tranquility, expansive views and birdwatching opportunity. The cottage itself was also super spacious and comfortable. I also really appreciated the recycling and waste management efforts and...”
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.
Managed by Chris & Anna Whitehouse
Company review score: 9.1Based on 36 reviews from 1 property
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Company information
Dr Chris Whitehouse is a renowned expert on the fynbos of the Cape flora. He studied for his PhD at the University of Cape Town and has worked at the Royal Botanic Gardens Kew and for the Royal Horticultural Society. He moved back out to South Africa in 2014 to set up Phillipskop with his wife Anna. Dr Anna Whitehouse is an expert on the Addo elephants, which she studied for 8 years before becoming a full time mother. Both have a love of nature and enjoy sharing it with their guests. Guided walks on the reserve with Chris can be booked in advance for a fee.
Property information
Perched on the slopes of the Klein River Mountains, with sweeping views across the Overberg, Phillipskop Mountain Reserve is a place to unwind and explore. The reserve, 246ha in size, is dominated by the summit of Phillipskop and covered with pristine fynbos. Within the reserve is the important heritage site Phillipskop Cave, which its Khoe-San rock art.
The spacious chalet-style cottages each have 3 bedrooms. The main living area is open plan with plenty of room. It comprises a dining area with large 8-seater table; a kitchen with fridge-freezer, gas stove, microwave and other essential items; and a comfy sitting area with views up to Phillipskop. The sitting area has a log-burning stove for the cooler months, and the cottage is supplied with solar hot water with electric backup so that you never run out. There is the essential braai area on the mountain side of the cottage and a large deck on the valley side, to take in the views. A natural swimming pool is available for overnight guests.
The reserve is available to explore, whether it is just a gentle walk around the slopes to the waterfall, or a more adventurous hike to the cave, rock stack or the summit of Phillipskop itself.
Neighbourhood information
There is a lot to do in the neighbouring area. Various vineyards, distilleries, breweries and restaurants provide plenty of other opportunities to engage your taste buds. The old town of Stanford is lovely for a historic wander or to enjoy the various local markets that are put on through the year. Boat trips, especially good for birdwatching, can be organised from there along the Klein River. Further afield, there is Hermanus, with its whale-watching, or Gansbaai, for shark-cage diving and boat trips to Dyer Island.
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House rules
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Check-in
From 15:00 to 20:00
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Check-out
From 07:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Payments by Booking.com
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 21:00 and 08:00.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 08:00:00.
