Almond Cottage Bed & Breakfast

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Scored 9.1
Rated superb

Staff

9.7

About this property

Elegant Accommodation: Almond Cottage Bed & Breakfast in Somerset West offers a sun terrace, garden, and a seasonal outdoor swimming pool. Guests enjoy free WiFi, air-conditioning, and garden views. Comfortable Amenities: The property features an outdoor fireplace, menus for special diets, housekeeping service, outdoor seating area, and a picnic area. Free on-site private parking is available. Local Attractions: Located 31 km from Cape Town International Airport, the bed and breakfast is near Helderberg Village Golf Club (3.2 km), Stellenbosch University (17 km), and Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden (47 km). Activities include hiking, cycling, and snorkelling.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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1 double bed
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Christer
South Africa South Africa
“Everything was perfect from the warm reception by Alicia on arrival. The room was clean and well maintained. Breakfast was delicious and served on time. I enjoyed every bit of my stay.”
Peter
South Africa South Africa
“Perfect for overnight ing after a wedding in the area. Very comfy bright room, full DStv, beautiful and peaceful garden area with clean pool, safe parking. Excellent breakfast and very obliging and friendly owner and assistant.”
Shayleen
South Africa South Africa
“Perfect accommodation nestled in Somerset. Ideal for a short stay. Beautiful gardens.”
Sheriza
South Africa South Africa
“Absolutely stunning! So comfortable and beautifully decorated..so appreciated all the small touches and the gorgeous private patio.. tranquil gardens and all the creature comforts that felt like home. Breakfast was exceptional and our hostess was...”
Hanneke
South Africa South Africa
“Beautiful and peaceful. The rooms were stunning. The ground floor room walks out on a lovely veranda with more than one outside seating area. The garden and swimming pool area is equally beautiful. Parking inside is great. We felt safe and at...”
Sharin
South Africa South Africa
“A friendly host. Lovely herb garden. The decor is welcoming. A delicious breakfast”
Jaclyn
South Africa South Africa
“I loved everything about this place. I fell inlove the moment I saw the place and the room. The warmth, comfy, coziness I enjoyed. Very friendly host and amazing aswell. Very private just how I liked it. The place exceeded my expectations. The...”
Lynn
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“I don’t eat breakfast but it was plentiful with excellent choices. The welcome and hospitality was warm and friendly; important for me as a solo traveller. Nothing was too much trouble. Everyone went ‘the extra mile’.”
Abida
South Africa South Africa
“My colleague enjoyed her stay at the premises. The host's welcoming and helpful nature made it a more comfortable and warm experience. The garden was a pleasant surprise and beautiful environment to use as a "home office" whilst travelling.”
Klaus
Germany Germany
“We enjoyed the well decorated, charming house in vintage style. The garden and the pool are also very nice. Quite safe area, good for a walk. Breakfast is really good, fresh fruits, cereals, joghurt and eggs to our liking. Hosts and staff are very...”

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.

Hosted by Bessie & co

9.7
Host review score
Bessie & co
Situated below the Helderberg mountain and a short drive from strand beach. We have three lovely en-suite bedrooms available at present. A large garden and veggie patch as well as a swimming pool, braai facilities and outdoor seating. Each booking comes with a continental breakfast served until 10am. We are NOT a self-catering facility but do provide plates, cutlery, braai facilities, and a microwave. Delivery or Uber eats is also easily accessible!
Founded by Stuart and Emma Thompson (father and daughter), Almond Cottage is a welcoming homestead for travelers coming from near and far! We have a passion for meeting new people and sharing our love of South Africa. You will be welcomed by the big smile and embrace of Bessie (she is the main host and your go-to lady!)
We are at the foot of the Helderberg mountain in a quiet residential area, near to shops(Waterstone village), malls (Somerset Mall), N2 highway to the airport and Cape Town. There are several golf courses and many wine farms nearby. good restaurants and breweries in Somerset West central - 10 mins. close to schools and Helderberg College for parents visiting. We are a 15 min drive to Stellenbosch and a short drive to strand beach.
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,English

Property surroundings

House rules

Almond Cottage Bed & Breakfast takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 22:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 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 option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

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
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
BankcardCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Almond Cottage Bed & Breakfast 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.

If you require an invoice when booking a prepaid rate, please write this request and your company details in the Ask a question box.

In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.

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

This property is located in a residential area and guests are asked to refrain from excessive noise.

You are advised to bring your own vehicle as this property is not serviced by public transport.

Dear Visitor, this region is currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties are subject to comply with local water usage restrictions.