Holiday Stays

River Bend Cottages

Self-catering Graaff-Reinet · Eastern Cape

About

River Bend Cottages is historic accommodation in a national monument, featuring four self-catering cottages with traditional Karoo architecture in quiet, leafy Graaff-Reinet.

Accommodation

Cottages range from 1 to 5 guests, each with air-conditioned bedrooms, en-suite bathrooms, and equipped kitchens or kitchenettes. Sleeper couches in lounges provide additional sleeping space. Contemporary units within the heritage building feature thick walls, shady verandas, and wooden shutters.

Facilities

All cottages feature private braai patio areas and off-street parking. Fully-equipped kitchens or kitchenettes support self-catering. Some cottages offer trailer bay access with direct entry. The Old House includes garden braai and outdoor seating areas.

Location & Surroundings

Graaff-Reinet is the 4th oldest South African town, known as the 'Gem of the Karoo', with 220 heritage sites and tree-lined streets for walking. Restaurants and shops are 10-20 minutes' walk or 3 minutes' drive away.

House Rules

Check-in: 14:00
Check-out: 10:00
Children: Allowed

Rooms

River Bend Cottage 1

Private entrance, king-sized bed, en-suite bathroom, lounge, kitchenette & verandah. Off-street parking is offered within the premises, a 30-second walk around the corner.

King x 1 Sofa x 1
From
R1,300

River Bend Cottage 2

King or twin beds in bedroom, full kitchen, lounge & outside private braai patio. Secure, off-street parking bay for a vehicle & a trailer which can unhitch. One bathroom en-suite. Sleeper couc

Sofa x 1 Twin x 2
From
R1,400

River Bend Cottage 3

An elegant, secure cottage with off-street parking and a braai patio. A king-sized bed, air-conditioned bedroom, one bathroom en-suite. Full kitchen, outside dining area, desk and lounge with a sle

King x 1 Sofa x 1
From
R1,700

River Bend Cottage 4

King bed in bedroom, lounge, kitchen, braai patio. One en-suite bathroom. The sleeper couches: 2 mattresses and another suitable for a child. Off-street parking at the cottage door for a vehicle

King x 1 Sofa x 3
From
R1,700

Cypress Old House No 5 at River Bend

Elegant historic self-catering cottage with relaxed antique accents. En-suite queen bedroom, interleading bedroom (for families) with 2 single beds & mattress, lounge / dining room, farm-style kitche

Queen x 1 Sofa x 1 Single x 2
From
R1,700

Cypress Old House No 6 at River Bend

Old-wood charm: twin beds, air-con, en-suite bathroom, antique furniture, Heat and Eat facilities and off-street parking. Private entrance, braai, outside seating in a green and shady garden.

Twin x 2
From
R1,300

Cypress Old House No 7 at River Bend

A character-filled historic room - affectionately known as the "Klipkamer". Private entrance, comfortable double bed, air-con & en-suite bathroom. "Heat and Eat" facilities = Microwave, kettle,

Double x 1
From
R1,100

Location

Address

Graaff-Reinet, Eastern Cape

Graaff-Reinet Guide →

Features

Historic National Monument Wooden Shutters Heritage Building Traditional Karoo Architecture Thick Walls Shady Verandas

Activities

Hiking Exploring Heritage Sites Exploring Local Architecture

Amenities

Air Conditioning Braai Facilities Garden Private Patio

Accommodation in Graaff-Reinet

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