GPS Co-ordinates
31°36'14.41"S
18°24'20.01"E
Melkboomsdrift Lodge
P O Box 1124
Vredendal
8160
South Africa
Tel: +27 (0) 27 2172624
Fax: +27 (0) 27 217 2535
Email: info@melkboomsdrift.co.za
Melkboomsdrift Guest House and Conference Centre
MELKBOOMSDRIFT GUESTHOUSE is situated in the heart of the Olifants River valley, between Vredendal and Lutzville, this working wine farm with a restored farmhouse, circa 1820, is an ideal stop-over between Cape Town and Namibia on the N7, with the West Coast 20 minutes away for whale spotting.
Quaint rooms have private entrances and bar fridges. Delicious farm breakfasts, with dinner and picnic baskets on request. Self-catering option. Relax at the pool overlooking the river and vineyards. Cruise up-river for birding or the seasonal wild flowers. Credit cards. Children welcome.
The Guesthouse is located on the fertile banks of the Olifants River, on the famous South African West Coast. This gem of South Africa's West Coast, has everything and more to offer the battle-weary businessman or adventurous tourist.
On your arrival at MELKBOOMSDRIFT, you will be received by the friendly personnel where you can make arrangmentments for a private wine tastings during your stay at MELKBOOMSDRIFT.
The Main House
The historic building (c1820) which houses the beautifully restored suites, achieved monument status in 1992 when Hilsa lovingly began the laborious task of restoration on the then run down and dilapidated building.
Today the Guesthouse proudly boasts seven fully serviced double en-suite rooms and four self-catering units for those who prefer it. A brand new luxury addition to Melkboomsdrift's accommodation comes online in July 2010.
There are a total of 7 en-suite garden suites and 2 self-catering suites, each with a unique name, to choose from. The units are able to accommodate from 2 to 7 people.
Outstanding conference facilities are able to accommodate up to 20 delegates in airconditioned luxury with all necessary equipment available on request. Click here for more information on our conference facilities.
Rooms and RatesThere is little to prepare you for the sheer chic and panache of this stylish establishment. Each suite has been lovingly restored and decorated in a uniquely distinctive style. No one room looks like any other. From rich earthy ambers to the coolest jades and greens, some furnished with pieces which were meticulously handmade by owner, Hilsa Van Heerden, and others, with beautiful period furniture, restored to their original beauty. 
Places To SeeMelkboomsdrift Guest House and Conference Centre located on the Cape West Coast, Vredendal offers an ideal location from which to explore the Olifants River Valley and Namaqualand. See below interesting towns to visit when you stay over at Melkboomsdrift Guest House, ideally located on the N7 between Cape Town and Namibia: VredendalVredendal, a modern South African WEST COAST town is situated along the fertile banks of the Olifants River in the Olifants River Valley. As you approach this bustling rural gem you will encounter vast expanses of terraced vineyards, reminiscent of a typical Rhine River village.
Strandfontein Beach House - Cape West Coast
Here you can relax in luxurious comfort and convenience in this newly refurbished seaside home with panoramic views of the saphire blue ocean. Relax on the wooden deck which overlooks the bay where dolphins play in the surf and whales lazily swim by during calving season. The home has been equipped to make your stay a memorable and carefree one which is guaranteed to keep you coming back to this neck of the woods.
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