Arnion - Nature Retreat offers accommodations in Clanwilliam, 10 miles from Ratelfontein Station. This property offers a private pool, free Wifi, and free private parking. On clear days, guests can head outside to enjoy the farm stay's outdoor fireplace or simply kick back and relax. Featuring pool and garden views, this farm stay features 2 bedrooms and opens to a patio. Featuring a terrace with mountain views, this farm stay also includes a well-equipped kitchen with an oven, a microwave, and a toaster, as well as 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and free toiletries. There's also a seating area and a fireplace. Guests at the farm stay will be able to enjoy activities in and around Clanwilliam, like walking tours. Guests at Arnion - Nature Retreat can enjoy cycling and hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 10 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2
2 twin beds
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Guest reviews

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Staff
10
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
9.1
Location
8.7
High score for Clanwilliam

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Anisha
    South Africa South Africa
    The owners were amazingly warm and hospitable and even baked a banana bread for us
  • Flick
    South Africa South Africa
    Perfect location for a country stay and very peaceful
  • Ekaterina
    Russia Russia
    Amazing villa!! Very helpful and responsive hosts! so beautiful and quite place for relax, where you can see wild animals (zebras were so close). Very clean (pool, rooms and area). we regretted that we were only 1 night. doesn’t wi-fi on the...
  • Murray
    South Africa South Africa
    We loved the serenity, beautiful location, the daily feeding of the zebras in front of the house, the visiting peacock, watching the springbok, interesting bird life. The outdoor areas were superb. Rika, Steven and Joseph were extremely...
  • Kirsty
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    An out of this world experience with extremely friendly and caring hosts. If you are a nature lover you will surely enjoy the zebras, springbok, guinea fowl and rich bird life close by from a very comfortable garden sofa on the stoop.
  • V
    Vanessa
    South Africa South Africa
    The scenery, mountains, space, charming animals. When the sun goes down on a clear night, the sky gives a show of itself. The hosts ofcoz! Rika and Stephen are the most sweetest. We were welcomed with open arms, milktart, rusks, cookies. It...
  • Susanne
    Germany Germany
    Great location, wonderful hosts, loving facility, nice welcome with milktarts and muffins. Zebras and Springboks infront of the cottage. Wonderful place for stargazing and just relaxing around the private pool. Highly recommended.
  • Karl
    Germany Germany
    Die Unterkunft, ein ganzes Haus, wird von einem älteren Ehepaar geführt, das seine ganze Aufmerksamkeit dem Gast und der Unterkunft widmet. Die Lage ist beeindruckend und trotz der bequemen Unterkunft spürt man, wie hart das Leben in dieser Gegend...
  • László
    Hungary Hungary
    Nagyon kedves vendéglátó. Csodás környezet, tágas, kényelmes szálláshely, vadállatok a farmon.

Host Info

10
10
Host Review Score
Host Review Score
In the peace and quiet of the mountains, surrounded by West Coast fynbos and Namaqualand flowers, a 19th century long house has been beautifully restored and furnished to create an idyllic Sandveld retreat. Arnion Nature Retreat offers an exclusive wilderness experience amongst open veld and ancient sandstone mountains. Experience the sweeping views of the West Coast, while surrounded by springbok, zebra and the various types of Namaqualand flora and fauna. Unwind under the South African sun in the comfort of a rim-flow pool while zebras and springboks graze close-by. A 3 hour drive from Cape Town, Arnion Nature Retreat is the perfect location to slow down and enjoy the luxury and beauty of the South African Sandveld. Hiking trails for beginners to advanced, ancient rock art tours, game viewing and star gazing will leave you in awe and in love with the beauty of the South African West Coast.
Arnion Nature Retreat is in a close radius of various interesting towns. Clanwilliam is well-known for its beautiful flowers exibition in springtime. The Elephant-dam offers boat lovers the opportunity for water sport. Elands Bay, Lamberts Bay and Strandfontein offer surfers and beach lovers the chance to stay at Arnion and visit these beautiful beaches. There are various restaurants where one can enjoy good seafood. Doornbaai, Vredendal and Klawer give visitors the opportunity to taste wine of this region. Guests at Arnion can have the opportunity to have a nature experience, but also being close to the beaches, enjoy an outing to the sea!
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,English

Area info

Amenities of Arnion - Nature Retreat
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Guest bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathtub
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet

View

  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • Pool view
  • Garden view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Private pool
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Walking tours
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking

Living Area

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Sitting area

Food & Drink

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
Wifi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Parking garage
  • Accessible parking

Services

  • Private check-in/out

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided

Entertainment & Family Services

  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers

General

  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Interconnecting room(s) available
  • Fan
  • Non-smoking rooms

Accessibility

  • Entire unit located on ground floor

Outdoor swimming pool
Free!

  • Open all year

Languages Spoken

  • Afrikaans
  • English

House rules
Arnion - Nature Retreat takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Check-out
From 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Dear visitor, this region is currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties are subject to comply with local water usage restrictions.

FAQs about Arnion - Nature Retreat

  • Arnion - Nature Retreat offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Walking tours
    • Swimming pool
  • The prices at Arnion - Nature Retreat may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Room options at Arnion - Nature Retreat include:

    • Vacation Home
  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Check-in at Arnion - Nature Retreat is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:30 AM.

  • Arnion - Nature Retreat is 18.6 miles from the center of Clanwilliam. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.