The vision to build a leisure company started in 2007 when we acquired our first property Aan de Oever. We wanted to share more of our beautiful town, Swellendam, with guests and travelers from all over the world and gradually the Aan de Leisure Collection evolved to 37 rooms to date. We are an ever evolving and growing company and our dream does not stop here. We have a passion for hospitality and strive to create spaces for guests where they can relax and feel at home. We pride ourselves in delivering excellent service at world class standards. Respect for our community and each other as well as the opportunities we create and work hard for, is the foundation to our success. With our ongoing development, we are creating job opportunities, putting food on family tables and adding pride and passion within the people who work with us. We are proud to be part of an ever developing, respected and progressive company.

Located on the banks of the Koornlands river, at the foot of the Langeberg Mountains, Aan de Oever welcomes you. Aan de Oever is a house built in the Cape Dutch style, an iconic style in historic Swellendam, the third oldest magisterial district in the Cape. If you want a perfect setting for a romantic getaway, holiday, or stop over to or from the Garden Route or Route 62, we offer you an unforgettable experience. Aan de Oever has exquisite accommodation in thirteen elegantly furnished bedrooms and suits, each with its own bathroom and private entrance. Our country style breakfast is served on our sunny enclosed patio overlooking the mountains. Breakfast includes fresh fruit juice, a selection of quality tea and coffee options, a hot plated meal and cold breakfast buffet. The buffet selection includes a choice of cereals, fresh fruit, a variety of muffins, yogurt and a selection of breads.

Swellendam has plenty of attractions and activities for everyone to enjoy. Whether you are a foodie, hiker, cyclist, golfer, wine connoisseur, history lover or just looking for a break to a picturesque town, we have something for you. For starters Swellendam has some of the best cycling routes in the Overberg district. We also have spectacular hiking trails, said to be a ‘must’ on any hiker’s bucket list, During your stay, enjoy our swimming pool, deck and ‘braai’ area with a sundowner in hand for golden hour, “cheers-ing” to the setting sun! A visit to Drostdy Museum. This former government building, an architectural treasure in itself, is now a museum containing some impressive artifacts. Photograph the Dutch Reformed Church. Rumour has it, it is the most photographed church in South Africa. Take a hike in Marloth Nature Reserve, the Duiwelsbos hiking route’s distance is a steep 1km and will take about 2 hours, depending on your agility. There is a beautiful deck at the waterfall, remember a snack for a mini pic-nic. Sulina’s Fairy Sanctuary will make every child’s and even grown ups fairy tale dreams come to life. Stroll through Swellengrebel Street beneath the lush oak trees and take a look at the wonderful shops and have a bite to eat at one of our lovely restaurants. If you are looking to explore a bit further, our surrounding towns welcomes travelers with open arms. We have a few day trips we can recommend that can be explored from Swellendam.