Melkboomsdrift Lodge, Vredendal, Western Cape

Melkboomsdrift Farm Vredendal, 8160 Cape West Coast
Contact: Hilsa Van Heerden, E-mail: click here
Telephone: +27 (0)27 217-2624, Facsimile: +27 (0)27 217-2535, Mobile: +27 (0)82 802-8418
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On the banks of the Olifants River Valley lies Melkboomsdrift Lodge, situated on a wine farm only 20 min from the West Coast. En-suite and self-catering units all very private, own entrances and garden.

Vredendal on South Africa's West Coast ... Where the sun always shines
Melkboomsdrift Lodge ... Where your comfort is our concern


Melkboomsdrift Lodge is a welcome and convenient stopover for business people and tourists between Cape Town and Namibia or Upington on the N7. It is situated between Vredendal and Lutzville just off the N7 on the R363.

The Lodge 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 owner, your hostess, Hilsa Van Heerden. In the winter months a welcome glass of sherry will be presented to you on arrival to keep the winter chills at bay. During the warm and balmy summer months, enjoy a refreshing homemade iced tea, a speciality of the house, before being shown to your suite.

Accommodation


There 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. Each suite and self-catering unit is equipped with a fully stocked bar fridge for your convenience. Coffee and tea facilities are available as well - fresh farm milk in your fridge daily and fresh homemade rusks!

Televisions are standard in all suites and include all local channels as well as MNet and DSat. Internet and fax facilities are available on the premises. For the balmy summer months the establishment is equipped with overhead fans and for the chilly winters, there is more than adequate heating in each of the suites. The cottages include private gardens with BBQ facilities for each. The units are fully equipped for self catering and include fresh linen and all of the above.

Conferences


Upgraded and larger conference facilities have recently been completed at Melkboomsdrift. The upgraded facilities can accommodate up to 40 delegates and offers up to date equipment and amenities.

Dining


Enjoy scrumptious farmhouse breakfasts or a delicious English Cream Tea served on the patio of Melkboomsdrift Lodge. Enjoy fine country cooking for which Melkboomsdrift Guest Lodge and Conference Centre is renowned.

Activities & Attractions


• Nature's own annual Floral Display of Wild Desert Flowers - August through September
• Panoramic views of the stunning vineyards of the Olifants River Valley
• Abundant indigenous bird life
• Canoeing down the Olifants River
• Sun-soaked lazy days around the pool and barbecue area
• Delicious, succulent crayfish - fresh from the pristine blue Atlantic Ocean
• The awe-inspiring Saldanha - Sishen railway bridge
• Hiking trails
• Wine tasting
• 4x4 routes and quadbiking
CURRENT RATES / BOOKING FORM:

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DIRECTIONS:

From Cape Town along the N7, turn left at Klawer. Follow the R363 at Klawer and continue straight through until you reach Vredendal. On reaching the traffic lights in Vredendal, drive on straight on the R363 leading out of Vredendal in the direction of Lutzville / Strandfontein. You will pass beneath the renowned Saldanha / Sishen railway bridge after which Melkboomsdrift Lodge is situated on your right.

If you enter Vredendal from the R362 (from Vanrhynsdorp side) continue straight through until you reach the traffic light intersection and turn right to follow the R363 towards Lutzville.

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