John and Esme Claassens welcome you to their lovingly restored home at 74 Church Street, where your every comfort is catered for… Enjoy affordable, luxurious overnight accommodation in this tastefully decorated Victorian home. Bougain-Villa offers 2 spacious en-suite bedrooms with double beds. Each room has its own separate entrance. Also available, a double room with queen sized bed and another with two single beds – both at a lower rate. Bathroom across the passage.A coffee/tea tray with rusks is provided. Each room has its own TV with satellite bouquet available. Electric blankets are provided for chilly winter evenings. Likewise, fans for the long, warm summer nights. Bougain-Villa does offer meals but not on premises. Breakfast is at the Swartberg Hotel and there is also dinner options at the Hotel, Karoo Kombuis or Gallery. Vouchers available at Bougain-Villa or can be added to price. We look forward to welcoming you to Bougain-Villa.

Bougain-Villa was once the home of Professor Chris Barnard’s parents (1945 – 1951) when it was the ‘Pastorie” for the NG Mission Church. They moved back to Beaufort West where their home is now a Museum dedicated to their famous son.

Bougain-Villa owner, John Claassens, is a registered tourist guide. We offer the following special accommodation and tour packages: 1. SUNDOWNERS AT EERSTEWATER The tour last one hour. A magical experience. 2. TOP OF THE MOUNTAIN 3. Bougain-Villa Package 1 Gamkaskloof “The Hell” A two day B & B package for singles and groups of up to 6 (4 adults & 2 children) 4. Bougain-Villa Package 2 Gamkaskloof "The Hell" A three day B & B package for singles and groups of up to 6 (4 adults & 2 children) 5.Day Trip to Gamkaskloof "Die Hell" with lunch.