Comfortable Accommodation: Villa Contessa in Beaufort West offers family rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and free WiFi. Each room includes a tea and coffee maker, shower, and free toiletries.
Dining Experience: Guests can enjoy local cuisine at the on-site restaurant, which serves dinner. The restaurant features an outdoor seating area and menus for special diets.
Leisure Facilities: The property includes a garden, terrace, and pool views. Additional amenities include a patio, inner courtyard, and outdoor dining area.
Local Attractions: Located less than 1 km from the Christian Barnard Museum and Dutch Reformed Church, and a 10-minute walk to Chris Barnard Museum - Die Pastorie. Karoo National Park is 16 km away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
“It was the second time I have stayed there and it was as good as the first. Edith is an amazing host and the place itself is so quaint and authentic, she has put her heart and soul into the guest house and it truly is a home away from home. We...”
Evelyn
United Kingdom
“Character of the room. We stayed in Freddy Mercury. It felt very secure inside the gate and proximity to Karoo NP was ideal for us.”
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Lea
South Africa
“It was a lovely sleep over guesthouse, everything was clean, warm, lovely beds, and most of all loved the interesting ambiance and the fabulous owner !!”
Jacques
South Africa
“Short stay. Exactly what we required for 1 night stay over. Edith, our hostess, was very helpful and friendly and made us feel at home. She is also a great cook. Can definitely recommend.”
Pillay
South Africa
“Great experience, friendly hosts and very comfortable accommodation.
Only stayed for a night on the drive from JHB CT but it was excellent”
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Reinhard
South Africa
“We felt welcome and relaxed at Villa Contessa. We could freshen up and had a good nights rest. Unfortunately no meals were served, but restaurants were nearby. The host was friendly and welcoming. A great stay over.”
Paton
South Africa
“It's always a treat to stay at Villa Contessa. Edith is a super welcoming owner who goes out of her way to make your stay as comfortable as possible. We highly recommend it—it's one of our favourite mid-journey stops!”
Mikhael
South Africa
“Good stay for overnight trip. Clean and shower pressure great.”
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Lex
Netherlands
“Edith the owner of Villa Contessa is very hospitable and has created what is perhaps the most unique guesthouse in South Africa with Villa Contessa. She is also an excellent cook. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.”
Marion
South Africa
“Parking right outside your room. Room was exactly what we were expecting. Would stay there again”
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 Edith Grondein
Company review score: 9.4Based on 516 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property
Company information
Your host is Edith a hard working excentric individual that has travelled the world and brought the world to Villa Contessa. Loves cooking and have people dining on a lovely summer night at the pool. Wintertime in kitchen area
Property information
Villa Contessa is known for its european feeling and beautiful aloes surrouding the property
Artwork everywhere and a lovely happy welcoming for guests from allover the world
Enough safe parking and lovely induvidual decorated rooms that is well equipped We do dinners that will normally include a Karoo Lamb Platter and guests must confirm their dinner with Edith
In a few words is Villa Contessa just a heartwarming friendly Karoo Germ! The bonus we are doggie friendly
Neighbourhood information
Villa Contessa is iCentral in Beaufort West The property is safe and also next to a veld and little river and to go for a walk is easy and safe. It is walkable distance to the Chris Barnard museum and historic area in town
Languages spoken
Afrikaans,English
Property surroundings
Restaurants
1 restaurant on site
Restaurant
Cuisine
Local
House rules
Villa Contessa takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 20:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 06:00 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 of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
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 allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Accepted payment methods
BankcardCash
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
Please inform Villa Contessa 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.
Dear Visitor, this region is currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties are subject to comply with local water usage restrictions.
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