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Guesthouse LaRachelle
Guesthouse LaRachelle
Guesthouse LaRachelle
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LaRachelle's 6 smoke-free, en-suite bedrooms have an ambience of tranquility, style and comfort. Each of the rooms has separate entrances that open onto a secure, and private, enclosed patio.
These cosy en-suite rooms are tastefully decorated and some of the amenities on offer are tea and coffee in the rooms, a selection of DStv channels, and Wi-Fi.
Experience warmth and good old-fashioned country hospitality from your hosts Marius and Rachelle.
Kindly note that the guesthouse does not serve any meals. Guests are urged to support local restaurants for breakfast and other meals.
LaRachelle's 6 smoke-free, en-suite bedrooms have an ambience of tranquility, style and comfort. Each of the rooms has separate entrances that open onto a secure, and private, enclosed patio.
These cosy en-suite rooms are tastefully decorated and some of the amenities on offer are tea and coffee in the rooms, a selection of DStv channels, and Wi-Fi.
Experience warmth and good old-fashioned country hospitality from your hosts Marius and Rachelle.
Kindly note that the guesthouse does not serve any meals. Guests are urged to support local restaurants for breakfast and other meals.
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Reviews (93)
93 guests' feedbackThis is a place to return to again and again. Very comfortable and well appointed, and we got more than we expected.
Really comfortable with everything we needed.
Lovely clean room! Thrilled to have a bath after a long busy day. The host was very accommodating with my arrival time.
See stars.
Very nice, nice clean and comfortable.
We had a very nice stay. Quiet, nice neighborhood. The hospitality of the owners immediately made us feel at home. They went out of their way to make sure we were satisfied. The room is clean and tidy with everything we needed to spend the night comfortably and rest well. A bonus was that we were not affected by load shedding at all! We will definitely spend the night there again should the opportunity arise to travel through Swellendam again.
Fantastic place. Very nice stay.
We stayed 1 night on transit. The place is very clean and tidy. We enjoyed breakfast, it was very good! If we are in Swellendam again, we will definitely choose that place to stay.
Very nice stay. Friendly owners. Will use this place again.
We had a very nice stay.
My daughter and I were impressed with how well provision was made for the cold winter. Furthermore, our stay was very nice.
We had a wonderful stay in a neat, well-equipped unit with a great mattress on the bed. Could use the shared kitchen and fridge.
See stars.
Everything one needs, just not hot water during load shedding.
Accommodation was pleasant and exactly what we wanted for the purpose for which we were in Swellendam.
We enjoyed it at Guesthouse LaRachelle. Very neat rooms. Friendly service.
On arrival you were warmly welcomed, the atmosphere and quiet was good for me, will definitely use Guesthouse LaRachelle again.
My sons stayed there for one night, they were impressed with the mattresses and also the electric blanket on the beds. It was very nice for them to be able to sleep there.
Was there for a short visit. Very happy with our choice at LaRachelle.
The owner of the guest house was very helpful and friendly. There was a peaceful, calm atmosphere in the guest house and the rooms were very neat and beautifully decorated.
The best breakfast by far.
Although the owners were not there, they kept us informed the whole time and everything was according to plan. Thank you very much, it was very pleasant.
A pleasant room with stocked amenities. Clean and comfortable. Easy access.
The plug in the bathroom got stuck when I shaved Saturday morning, it won't come out.
Owner was helpful and friendly. Value for money. Will stay here again.
Only problem was a hair dryer with a round tip plug, but there was no such wall plug.
Suggest not putting people in room 4 if they can help it.
The room is basic, and neat. It's not exactly cozy and there are e.g. not a garden where one can sit.
The room had a funny smell, has a communal kitchen, to me it felt like being in a hostel. Television had no decent channels to watch.
We were satisfied with our stay.
Thank you for a wonderful, peaceful, beautiful retreat - would recommend with the utmost confidence!
We had a wonderful overnight stay here with everything and more we needed during our trip from Plettenberg Bay to Cape Town. Thank you very much!
Very neat and clean. Everything you need with friendly service. Wish we could have stayed longer in the beautiful old house with its contemporary charm. Definitely coming again.
Room was also nice and warm with the panel heater. Bed also has warm sheets on it which was perfect for the cold night. Plenty of room to move around in the room with a very nice bathroom.
I would definitely recommend Guesthouse LaRachelle.
I had an in-out business trip to Swellendam, arriving after dark and leaving at 7am. I was totally charmed by this lovely house with its courtyard and well-kept garden. My room was just perfect. A good size with a very comfortable bed and excellent shower. I used the well equipped kitchen to heat up the dinner I'd brought along. Marius so very kindly met me on arrival. This trip was one of those that was initially booked and that then hung in limbo until confirmed on Monday morning (I left the same day to drive through). Marius and Rachelle were very accommodating with my plan changes and unconfirmed arrangements. It is such a pity that my stay was so short. I look forward to having more time on my next visit to explore the town and to sit on the patio of my room enjoying the courtyard garden. I will definitely book here again.
Can highly recommend the guest house. Five star treatment. It was a perfect holiday. Room is beautiful and bathroom extremely well equipped. Guest house has a friendly peaceful atmosphere and is very nicely furnished. Extremely clean and tidy. Truly one of the top guesthouses I have visited in a long time.
Friendly arrival, great service received! Value for money!
Very good value for money.
We had a great time staying here, the rooms are spacious and well furnished, very tidy.
Will work to visit again, would like to enjoy breakfast on site.
I was disappointed that the beds were not made (we stayed 2 nights) and the room not serviced.
Marius Potgieter and his good lady made us feel very welcome (and their cat was very tolerant of us).
We were not only kindly greeted and welcomed, upon inquiry as to whether our car with luggage would be safe overnight, the use of the garage was unhesitatingly offered at no additional cost. This speaks of genuine peasant cordiality! All our basic needs were met and more. Anyone can book a place to stay here or take a holiday with peace of mind. Thank you very much for the good service.
Safe parking, clean and excellent service.
We were the only ones in the place so it is difficult to judge what it would be like if fully occupied.
Huge bedroom and bathroom. Nice view onto the garden and the mountains. Host friendly and helpful.
Great little guesthouse for a business trip or casual stay over situated in the heart of Swellendam. Would really recommend.
Well located near restaurants. Street is quiet. Parking is in the street - under a shade tree.
What more is there to say about cordial.
Everything on time, owner very helpful with information regarding Swellendam and area.
Had a great time in Swellendam, the facilities were very neat and nice and quiet too.
A recommendation was made that a mirror be hung in the bedroom. Personal grooming (e.g. blow drying hair) without either a mirror in the bedroom or electricity in the bathroom proved to be a bit of a challenge. Other than that, everything was perfect.
Very friendly, welcoming owners. Room very nice clean and comfortable. Will definitely recommend LaRachelle and visit again myself.
The area is beautiful and you feel very safe.
LaRachelle creates a cozy warm atmosphere. The rooms are neat and comfortable. Nice garden area. Thanks for good service.
We were greeted kindly - we only arrived from Riversdal after 17:00. We were immediately helped with key and friendly service. Restaurant is recommended. The room and bathroom were very neat. We could rest and sleep wonderfully. The whole set up shows good taste - was really delicious - wish we could have stayed longer.
Clean, quiet room with lovely amenities. We'll definitely recommend and be back. Thanks.
It is clear that the owners put a lot of effort into making sure that the guests enjoy their stay.
The rooms are beautifully decorated and well-equipped for the cold months, but also has a fan for the hot days. A good breakfast is served which is extra. We had a lovely stop over.
Accommodation when you need to wind down. Within walking distance of restaurants. Pleasant stay.
Was there for a wedding and was most of the time at the venue of the wedding which was outside Swellendam.
Used as a stopover point for 1 night. Neat and comfortable room. No lock up parking for cars but they made a plan at a nearby B&B which was really good service.
Very affordable, comfortable accommodation with delicious breakfast as an extra.
Neat and well equipped rooms. Parking on the street was somewhat of a concern.
It was pleasant to stay there. Comfortably equipped. Lovely bath and shower facilities.
We had two lovely nights. The rooms were neat and equipped with all the facilities you need.
It was lovely to be able to stay here. Marius Potgieter and his wife are friendly and great hosts. We enjoyed it very much. The room we booked was replaced with a better room at no additional cost. Everything was very tidy and very clean. Will stay there again when in Swellendam. Thank you for a wonderful visit!
It was really wonderful. The hospitality and tidiness of the rooms were pleasant.
LaRachelle is located in a stunningly beautiful location, overlooking the mountains of Swellendam. Walking distance to all restaurants with friendly, kind-hearted service.
The modest front of the guest house does not reflect the spacious and comfortable accommodation inside. Friendly service, well equipped accommodation.
Thanks for the great service and the fantastic facilities. The breakfast was delicious and I will definitely go back.
We had a great stay and will stay here again. The included breakfast of an egg and toast and coffee was smaller than at other guesthouses but there is the option to upgrade to a larger breakfast for a fee.
Would definitely recommend La Rachelle guesthouse and would personally make use of it in the future. It suited our requirements while at conference - quality linen, quiet, clean and a pretty garden with a nook for smokers. Breakfast on time, light bulbs replaced immediately - quick friendly service. Well done Marius and Team.
We had a very nice stay at Guesthouse LaRachelle. It is neat, clean and the owners are very friendly. Breakfast was delicious. I will definitely recommend Guesthouse LaRachelle for accommodation in Swellendam.
Lovely place located in a tranquil area of Swellendam. The rooms are very comfortable and neat and the owners are very hospitable. They also know the area in Swellendam very well, so they would be able to recommend most of the tourist attractions in the area. People also have a wide variety of choices on the breakfast menu. Strongly recommended!
Extremely comfortable, very tidy, definitely one of the best guesthouses. Thank you.
Warm reception. Helpful. Everything nice and clean and a luxurious bed and bedding.
We were received very kindly. The room made an impression with the neat finish. The internal decorations and finishing are done with style. We slept great. The guest house also has a very nice courtyard. Really recommend.
Value for money, very neat and beautiful place.
Very friendly host and hostess. Room was completely in order, everything is neat and taken care of. Swellendam is a beautiful, cozy town.
Friendly reception. The room was very neat and fully equipped. We had a good night's sleep and the next mornging the owner personally served breakfast. It felt like we were old friends. We will definitely stay there again when next we go on holiday.
Enjoyable stay in clean, neat and comfortable accommodation with friendly and helpful hosts.
Homely and neat. Friendly staff.
It would appear that the porch room is not used that often. It was very dusty and full of cobwebs. The bathroom was pretty clean though.
Marius and Rochelle's hospitality made us feel so at home. Our room was spacious and the basic breakfast was top notch. Recommend it for sure!
We will certainly recommend Guesthouse LaRachelle. Thank you for the good service and cleanliness during our stay.
When we arrived at LaRachelle there was a heat wave in the whole area so it was very hot, but after a visit to the berry farm we were warmly welcomed by the owner. What a comfortable place to stay, we would definitely stay at LaRachelle's again!
The owners often ask if everything is still OK.
It was a lovely homecoming after a long journey.
Peaceful accommodation adds to the wonder of Swellendam. The KINDNESS of Swellendammers will always be remembered and appreciated. The room is beautifully clean and tidy. Congratulations on the high standard of security.
Nice view, friendly staff, will definitely visit again!
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As a result of load shedding the guesthouse does not serve any meals. Guests are urged to support local restaurants for breakfast and other meals.Double en-suite
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The standard bedroom is furnished with a double bed and its en-suite bathroom is fitted with a bath and shower.
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The standard bedroom is furnished with a double bed and its en-suite bathroom is fitted with a bath and shower.
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The bedroom contains 2 single beds and has an en-suite bathroom fitted with a bath and shower.
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As a result of load shedding the guesthouse does not serve any meals. Guests are urged to support local restaurants for breakfast and other meals.
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The bedroom contains 2 single beds and has an en-suite bathroom fitted with a bath and shower.
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This standard double room features a double bed while the en-suite bathroom has a shower.
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As a result of load shedding the guesthouse does not serve any meals. Guests are urged to support local restaurants for breakfast and other meals.
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This standard double room features a double bed while the en-suite bathroom has a shower.
LaRachelle's 6 smoke-free, en-suite bedrooms have an ambience of tranquility, style and comfort. Each of the rooms has separate entrances that open onto a secure, and private, enclosed patio.
These cosy en-suite rooms are tastefully decorated and some of the amenities on offer are tea and coffee in the rooms, a selection of DStv channels, and Wi-Fi.
Experience warmth and good old-fashioned country hospitality from your hosts Marius and Rachelle.
Kindly note that the guesthouse does not serve any meals. Guests are urged to support local restaurants for breakfast and other meals.