About this property
Essential Facilities: Swartberg Backpackers in Matjiesrivier offers a swimming pool with a view, a lush garden, and free WiFi. Guests can relax in the hot tub or enjoy outdoor dining in the barbecue area. Comfortable Accommodations: The farm stay features private bathrooms, fully equipped kitchens, and comfortable living spaces. Additional amenities include a fireplace, dining table, and outdoor furniture. Local Attractions: Located 21 km from Groot Swartberg Nature Reserve and 42 km from Cango Wildlife Ranch, Swartberg Backpackers provides easy access to hiking, canoeing, and cycling. George Airport is 109 km away. Highly rated by guests.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Von
South Africa
“We absolutely loved our hosts and the true farm life experience. Amazing view of the Swartberg. Magical space. Tha k you Louis and Bianca. We left refreshed and invigorated after the fantastic experience.” - Seanterence
South Africa
“The location is outstanding and out of the way with you own bush pool to swim in. Anything that we needed was provided the family was brilliant towards my family and I. Thank you.” - Katevn
South Africa
“The owners are exceptionally welcoming and friendly, the hot tub with a view of the mountain is sensational, everything was clean and comfortable and well maintained - you can see it is all so well thought out and considers the comfort of the...” - Rachel
South Africa
“Stunning views, friendly host,clean, and well equipped. We enjoyed our stay. Thank for your goodness .⁸” - Schrieff
South Africa
“Proof that simplicity works Our host, Louis was extremely warm and inviting and it was just wonderful to be out in the mountains” - Anna
Germany
“Really friendly and lovely farmer with his family.” - Koekemoer
South Africa
“Absolutely Sensational! From our arrival until we left the hosts were friendly, helpful and informative. We went on the most spectacular trail to the Waterfall and without even asking he offered to take us there and showed us the way. The unit was...” - Petr
Czech Republic
“1. Skvělý a milý hostitel, 2. příjemné prostředí, krásné okolí, 3. Možnost zapálit si krb, 4. Vlastní horský bazén, 5. Koupání pod vodopádem v docházkové vzdálenosti, 6. Kompletní vybavení, 7. Absolutní čistota, vše v pořádku! 8. Navíc káva,...” - Tendai
South Africa
“A real authentic farm stay. Off grid living with all the comforts. The fireplace, the beautiful view and the quietness what's not to like” - Bernd
Switzerland
“Ruhe, Hilfsbereitschaft Gastgeber. Sehr gutes Restaurant in ca. 1km”
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Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.








The fine print
Please inform Swartberg Backpackers 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.
Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 08:00:00.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.