Karoo Life B&B

–Excellent location - show map
+10 photos
Scored 8.6
Rated fabulous

Staff

9.4

Property highlights

About this property

Historic Setting: Karoo Life B&B in Calitzdorp is housed in a historic building, offering a unique and charming atmosphere. Outdoor Spaces: Guests can enjoy a beautiful garden, terrace, and a year-round outdoor swimming pool. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature air-conditioning, private bathrooms, balconies with garden views, and modern amenities such as TV and refrigerator. Dining Experience: The on-site restaurant serves local cuisine, pizza, and steakhouse, complemented by a full English or Irish breakfast. Local Attractions: Calitzdorp Railway Station is a 12-minute walk away, while Ladismith Golf Club lies 49 km from the property. George Airport is 114 km distant.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish

Options with:

  • Garden view

Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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Family Room with Private Bathroom
We have 1 left
  • 2 single beds and
  • 1 double bed
388 feet²
Garden view
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Free WiFi
  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Towels
  • Socket near the bed
  • Electric blankets
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Private entrance
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea/Coffee maker
  • Heating
  • Hairdryer
  • Fan
  • Electric kettle
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
Max persons: 2
US$70 per night
Price US$211
Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Fabulous breakfast included
  • Partially refundable
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Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$45 per night
Price US$135
Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Fabulous breakfast included
  • Partially refundable
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Double Room with Garden View
We have 2 left
  • 1 large double bed
269 feet²
Garden view
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Free WiFi
Max persons: 2
US$70 per night
Price US$211
Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Fabulous breakfast included
  • Partially refundable
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Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$45 per night
Price US$135
Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Fabulous breakfast included
  • Partially refundable
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Guests who stayed here loved

Steven
South Africa South Africa
“Great location, friendly staff, a restaurant on the property and the most comfortable bed and pillows outside of your own. Highly recommended.”
Marcel
South Africa South Africa
“Rooms were clean and spacious. Service excellent. Location excellent. Supper was very tasty. Will be back.”
Janet
South Africa South Africa
“We stayed here for one night before we went on a hiking trip in Die Hel. From the moment we arrived, the warm hospitality of the hosts made us feel completely at home. The rooms are spotless, comfortable, and well equipped with everything you need...”
Roger
South Africa South Africa
“Warm people and friendly staff. Dinner options sufficient and can please most pallets. Would have liked to stay longer but not able to do so this time”
Charlene
South Africa South Africa
“The hosts were really friendly and the dinner awesome.”
Olivia
Australia Australia
“The room was large enough for 2 adults and 2 large teenage boys to share comfortably (at least for 1 night!). The owners and staff were friendly and welcoming and the breakfast was delicious. This made for a great over night stop on the garden route.”
Charlene
South Africa South Africa
“Beautiful clean room . Comfortable bed and breakfast was delicious. Will definitely visit again”
Steveforestg
South Africa South Africa
“We have stayed here before and will continue to support Karoo Life BnB. It is relaxed, convenient, welcoming and value for money. The breakfast is great and their restaurant is well above expectations and popular with evening diners. I always...”
Muriel
Netherlands Netherlands
“Easy check in and room is i a quiet and safe garden”
Peter
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Clean, spacious and comfortable room, friendly host and relaxed family atmosphere in an historic building. Good breakfast”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Leslie & Madeleine

Company review score: 9.4Based on 282 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property information

Come and relax and enjoy our home in the Klein Karoo, built around 1860 it is set in historic Queen Street and has great views of the surrounding country side and mountains. At night the stars are in abundance. In addition to the main house there are 3 garden cottages with En suite bathrooms. There is an extensive verandah at the main house with a beautiful swimming pool to cool off after your day of exploring. There are 3 wine farms with wine tasting within walking distance and numerous eating places within walking distance. For the adventurous there is cycling and horse riding nearby and for the fisherman the Nel dam is well stocked with yellow fish.

Neighbourhood information

Queen Street is set off the main Route 62 road and is very peaceful. The church clock will remind you every hour that another hour has passed ! The neighbourhood is very safe to walk around.

Languages spoken

Afrikaans,English

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Salie Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    Pizza • Steakhouse • Local
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Dinner

House rules

Karoo Life B&B takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 20:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 06:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Karoo Life B&B in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

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

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.