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ArendsRus Country Lodge

4.0 star property
Country house in George with coffee shop/cafe and outdoor pool

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Honeymoon Suite
Comfort Twin Room
Comfort Twin Room
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Weavers Cottage | Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
The current price is NZ$90
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb

Explore the area

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Geelhoutboom, George, Western Cape, 6529
  • Redberry Farm
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • The Links
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Fancourt Golf Estate
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • George (GRJ)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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Comfort Twin Room

Comfort Twin Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Ceiling fan
  • 25 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Luxury Tent

Luxury Tent

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Free bottled water
  • 45 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Cabin

Deluxe Cabin

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 116 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Honeymoon Suite

Honeymoon Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Ceiling fan
  • 25 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Weavers Cottage

Weavers Cottage

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
  • 40 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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About the area

George

At ArendsRus Country Lodge, you'll be 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and 8.6 km (5.4 mi) from Redberry Farm. Highlights at this country house include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .The theme restaurant, ArendsRus BarnYard, serves African cuisine and is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. At the country house's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Enjoy access to a driving range, bike hire and hiking/biking trails. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and a coffee shop/cafe. Full breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this 4-property class George country house include The Cornerstone Lifestyle Centre and The Links.
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What's nearby

  • Redberry Farm - 14 min drive
  • George Golf Club - 20 min drive
  • Kingswood Golf Estate - 22 min drive
  • Fancourt Golf Estate - 22 min drive
  • Garden Route Botanical Garden - 23 min drive

Getting around

  • George (GRJ) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pollocks Pizza Cafe - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Apprentice - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪The Cornerstone Lifestyle Centre - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Pizzeria & Deli - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Manor House at Fancourt - ‬18 min drive

About this property

ArendsRus Country Lodge

Country house in George with coffee shop/cafe and outdoor pool
Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

An outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at ArendsRus Country Lodge. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property. An airport shuttle (available on request) is available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star George country house.

  • 1 floor
  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • 7 buildings
  • Built in 1998
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
ArendsRus Country Lodge offers 7 accommodations with minibars and a safe. Rooms open to furnished balconies. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets. This George country house provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include a shower. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

Afrikaans, English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 120 for adults and ZAR 60 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • ArendsRus BarnYard
  • ArendsRus Restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Golf driving range
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: ZAR 100 for check-in between 8:00 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out fee: ZAR 100

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 3 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for ZAR 150.0 per stay.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately ZAR 120 for adults and from ZAR 60 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 200 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)
  • Late check-in fee: ZAR 100 for check-in between 8:00 PM and midnight
  • Late check-out fee: ZAR 100
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: ZAR 150.0 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

We should mention

  • One child aged 3 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

National rating

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

Property is also known as

ArendsRus Country Lodge George
ArendsRus Country George
ArendsRus Country
ArendsRus Country Lodge George
ArendsRus Country Lodge Country House
ArendsRus Country Lodge Country House George

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at ArendsRus Country Lodge?

Yep, ArendsRus Country Lodge has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at ArendsRus Country Lodge?

As of 16 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ArendsRus Country Lodge on 17 Feb 2025 start from NZ$90.29, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to ArendsRus Country Lodge?

The closest beach to ArendsRus Country Lodge is Diaz Beach (22.8 km).

Does ArendsRus Country Lodge have a pool?

ArendsRus Country Lodge has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

What makes ArendsRus Country Lodge a romantic place to stay?

Garden-view dining and couples dining, as well as private balconies in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at ArendsRus Country Lodge.

Is ArendsRus Country Lodge family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals, a playground and laundry facilities, it's no surprise that ArendsRus Country Lodge is a hit with families.

Does ArendsRus Country Lodge serve breakfast?

You bet, full breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at ArendsRus Country Lodge?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at ArendsRus Country Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves African cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at ArendsRus Country Lodge?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at ArendsRus Country Lodge?

No, only service animals are allowed.

ArendsRus Country Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place with extremely friendly and helpful staff- they could not do enough to be helpful and welcoming. The monkeys visiting the balcony each morning were lovely too heheh. Evening meals were of good quality homely style, in big portions. Loved the little touches like the complimentary truffles and sweet wine - plus I have never encountered rose petals in the loo before. There are 2 rooms per cottage unit but I was never conscious of the people in the adjacent room. This is a lovely place - don’t hesitate to stay there.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nina

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Vijaylutchmee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Stay.
Excellent location views service welcoming cleanliness staff etc. My wife and I enjoyed every minute of our stay at Arendsrus. We will recommend Arendsrus to eveybody we know. Definitely be back on next trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Delightful!
Delightful setting, delightful staff, delightful room. Amazing value. Couldn’t fault it!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

KIM

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Elmarie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
great location
wow thank you for service and friendliness, great location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is lovely but it was too far out of George. When I booked it I thought it was in George. But it is a lively place!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A breath of serenity.
The lodge is a long way out of town and not suitable as a destination if you are wanting to do business in George. It is however an amazing location for a peaceful, country break that has beautiful moments of serenity and beauty. The bathroom was under construction and so breakfast was a little noisy.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Phenomenal
Phenomenal!!!!!!! My range of vocabulary can not do this place justice. The lodge itself is set in a beautiful picturesque location at the foot of a mountain. The staff were so accommodating as I made an error of booking 2 single beds by mistake but the host gave us the honeymoon suite for no extra charge as well as carrying my suitcase to the room. The room it self is beautifully decorated throughout with wood and the bathroom has a separate shower and bath. It has the added bonus of some complementary sherry and chocolates. Breakfast was cooked perfectly and there is a large choice of fresh and cooked products. This room is easily 5 star and such good value for money that I would gladly have paid more and would thoroughly recommend to anyone with anyone without hesitation. My only regret is only staying 1 night

8/10 Good

Rory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

8/10 Good

Beryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super break along the Garden Route
I travelled from PE to CT with my mother and daughter. We broke the journey at Arendsrus and were pleasantly surprised by the facilities. My daughter (under 2 yrs) loved the play area and feeding the horses. Had it been warmer she would have been in the pool too! The accommodation was cosy but comfortable and the breakfast was enormous and varied... fruit juice, coffee, cold meats, cheeses, various breads, figs, yoghurt, jams and a cooked breakfast in addition.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Magesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent place if you are looking for a quiet relaxing place

10/10 Excellent

colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

Marina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good value for money
Atmosphere was relaxed. We felt safe and at home. The environment is beautiful,secluded, quiet but not too far from shops and the sea

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sehr nette kleine Lodge im Hinterland von George - schöner Garten
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ruhig gelegene Lodge mir traumhaftem Ausblick
Wer Ruhe sucht ist hier absolut richtig! Etwas außerhalb von George am Berg gelegen, kommt man über einen Schotterweg zu einem traumhaftem Anwesen mit Rosengarten, Brunnen und kleinen Holzcottages. Von deren Balkon hat man einen atemberaubenden Ausblick auf das Tal. Die Mitarbeiter sind nett und erfüllen auch schon mal einen Sonderwunsch (zum Frühstück bereiteten sie ein selbst mitgebrachtes Straußenei). Ohne Einschränkungen weiter zu empfehlen.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

nena , deutschland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wunderschöne Lodge in ruhiger Lage
Wer es gemütlich mag, ist hier genau richtig. Top Preis-Leistungsverhältnis. Wir hatten eine geschmackvoll eingerichtete gemütliche Holzhütte mit Balkon. Das war eine der schönsten Unterkünfte auf unserer 3-wöchigen Reise. Hier würden wir sofort wieder übernachten und gern länger als nur eine Nacht ! Hier passt einfach alles.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ruhiges Zimmer mit toller Aussicht
Schönes Zimmer mit toller Aussicht. Die Sauberkeit war sehr gut. Das Abendessen war nicht so unser Geschmack, aber das Frühstück war wieder sehr gut.

10/10 Excellent

Luiz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful place!!
Very nice reception at check in, Lu-Mari was a wonderful staff. We decided to stay longer due to such a nice place. Wonderful meals, specially the chicken pie, unforgetable!!

10/10 Excellent

Mattias

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful place!
Stayed 5 nights. Super service from all staff and owner. Very clean place. Beautiful surroundings. Its a bit from the city center (20 mns by car) but so worth the drive. We could not be more happy with our stay.