Title: Housemartin Guest Lodge Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=16696686&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Housemartin Guest Lodge Travelers can unwind by the pool after exploring De Rust's heritage, use the library for quiet reading time, or venture out for horseback riding in the countryside. ## Photo gallery for Housemartin Guest Lodge ![Garden - Housemartin Guest Lodge (De Rust)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16700000/16696700/16696686/a3f49528.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Housemartin Guest Lodge (De Rust)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16700000/16696700/16696686/62197281.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property - Housemartin Guest Lodge (De Rust)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16700000/16696700/16696686/74ec452b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool - Housemartin Guest Lodge (De Rust)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16700000/16696700/16696686/f5168795.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk - Housemartin Guest Lodge (De Rust)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16700000/16696700/16696686/bacefc10.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located near Nederduitse Gereformeerde Church, Housemartin Guest Lodge provides a peaceful setting with its garden and outdoor pool. Guests appreciate the practical library and conference facilities while staying connected with in-room WiFi throughout their visit. ## Reviews 8.6 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Pool - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Breakfast available - Business services £62 includes taxes & fees 29 Jan - 30 Jan ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan 17 - Jan 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-17&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=16696686&PinnedHotelID=16696686&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-17&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=16696686&PinnedHotelID=16696686&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan 18 - Jan 19](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-18&endDate=2026-01-19&selected=16696686&PinnedHotelID=16696686&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-18&endDate=2026-01-19&selected=16696686&PinnedHotelID=16696686&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan 23 - 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1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Room 6 ![Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16700000/16696700/16696686/e29bedaf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room 6 ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate sitting area Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Premium bedding Separate bedroom 12 bathrooms - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Luxury Room ![Luxury Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16700000/16696700/16696686/49114908.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury Room ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate sitting area Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Sofa bed Premium bedding - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Room 9 - Wheelchair Friendly Room ![Room 9 - Wheelchair Friendly Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16700000/16696700/16696686/a0f5c435.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room 9 - Wheelchair Friendly Room ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate sitting area Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Sofa bed Separate bedroom Premium bedding - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Room 2 ![Room 2 | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16700000/16696700/16696686/0225aeac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room 2 ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate sitting area Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Sofa bed Separate bedroom Premium bedding - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### Room 3 ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate sitting area Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Sofa bed Separate bedroom Premium bedding - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Room 5 ![Room 5 | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16700000/16696700/16696686/82aab534.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room 5 ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate sitting area Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Premium bedding Separate bedroom 12 bathrooms - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Single Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Room 7 ![Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16700000/16696700/16696686/e29bedaf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room 7 ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate sitting area Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Sofa bed Separate bedroom Premium bedding - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Room 8 ![Room 8 | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16700000/16696700/16696686/3274467e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room 8 ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate sitting area Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Sofa bed Separate bedroom Premium bedding - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Room 10 ![Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16700000/16696700/16696686/e29bedaf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room 10 ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate sitting area Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Sofa bed Separate bedroom Premium bedding - 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FDe-Rust-Hotels-Housemartin-Guest-Lodge.h16696686.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FDe-Rust-Hotels-Housemartin-Guest-Lodge.h16696686.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in De Rust, Housemartin Guest Lodge is in the historical district and in the mountains. Cango Wildlife Ranch is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Meiringspoort and Cango Caves. De Rust Memorial Church and Nederduitse Gereformeerde Church are two other places to visit that come recommended. Explore all the area has to offer with ziplining, cave exploring and hiking/biking trails. [Visit our De Rust travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/De-Rust.dx6050855) [View more Guest houses in De Rust](https://www.expedia.co.uk/De-Rust-Guest-Houses.d6050855-aaGuestHouses.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-33.48889%2C22.53643&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=vFGaoMFnb3kl1sRcUV_lDjtg6zM=) 6 Kerk Street, De Rust, Western Cape, 6650 ### What's nearby - De Rust Memorial Church \- 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Nederduitse Gereformeerde Church \- 9 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Safari Ostrich Show Farm \- 38 min drive \- 32.6 miles - Buffelsdrift Game Lodge \- 43 min drive \- 34.5 miles - Cango Caves \- 57 min drive \- 49.3 miles ### Restaurants - ‪The Grumpy Goat - ‬3 min walk - ‪Ray's Coffee Shop and Diner - ‬3 min walk - ‪Sanitas - ‬3 min walk - ‪Die Groen Bliktrommel - ‬3 min walk - ‪The Plough Restaurant - ‬2 min walk ## About this property ### Housemartin Guest Lodge Guest house near De Rust Memorial Church Located close to Nederduitse Gereformeerde Church, Housemartin Guest Lodge provides a terrace, a garden and a library. Active travellers can enjoy horse riding at this guest house. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as laundry facilities and conference space. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - An outdoor pool - Free self-parking - Continental breakfast (surcharge), a TV in reception and a water dispenser - A front desk safe, barbecues and a 24-hour front desk Room features All rooms are individually decorated, and include comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as perks such as free WiFi and separate sitting areas. 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking ### Food and drink - Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: ZAR 95 per person ### Things to do - Horseback riding/rentals - Library - Outdoor pool - TV in common areas ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities - Safe at front desk - Shared refrigerator - Water dispenser ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Business services - Conference space ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - In the mountains - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Grab bar near toilet - No lift - Raised toilet seat - Wheelchair accessibility ### More - Built in 1885 - Colonial architecture - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - 12 private bathrooms - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle - Free bottled water ### More - Air conditioning (climate-controlled) - Desk - Heating - Individual decor - Safe - Separate sitting area ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM Early check-in subject to availability Late check-in subject to availability ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals welcome) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Children up to the age of 3 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Rollaway/extra beds are not available. ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately ZAR 95 per person The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as Housemartin Guest Lodge De Rust Housemartin Guest De Rust Housemartin Guest Housemartin Guest De Rust Housemartin Guest Lodge De Rust Housemartin Guest Lodge Guesthouse Housemartin Guest Lodge Guesthouse De Rust ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Housemartin Guest Lodge have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at Housemartin Guest Lodge? ### Is Housemartin Guest Lodge pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Housemartin Guest Lodge? ### What time is check-in at Housemartin Guest Lodge? ### What time is check-out at Housemartin Guest Lodge? ### Where is Housemartin Guest Lodge located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Housemartin Guest Lodge Reviews 8.6 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 9.2 Location ### 8.6 Staff & service ### 8.8 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 5 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Philip 14 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great place to stay! I only stayed one night but this place was excellent and I will definitely be back. Super warm and friendly welcome, and excellent communication in advance of arrival. Room was clean, comfortable, quiet, set in a beautiful property. The sherry in the room was a cherry on the top of all this! Thoroughly recommend for anyone looking to stay in the area or passing through. ##### Philip Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### samuel david l 3 Apr 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### A very warm welcome. We enjoyed our stay in this guest house. The owners provided a very warm welcome. The room was clean, comfortable and spacious. the local area is scenically beautiful. ##### samuel david l ### 10/10 Excellent #### James 16 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### A gem of a guesthouse in De Rust Stayed at House Martin while visiting relatives and it turned out to be a wonderful choice. Room was exactly as described - clean and very comfortable. We also booked two breakfasts and an evening meal and all were first class. Jan and Theresa couldn't have been more friendly and welcoming and if we're ever back in De Rust we'll definitely stay with them again. ##### James Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023 ### 2/10 Terrible #### m 3 Jan 2023 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### The worst hotel I have ever stayed at Without doubt the worst hotel I have ever stayed at. The owners are beyond rude, aggressive and unprofessional. The accommodation is tatty, scruffy and dirty. The photos are a total fraud - the place looks nothing like the pictures which must have been taken 20 years ago. They have a huge and very aggressive dog that attacked us when we arrived and tried to get out of the car and which roamed the property all the time growling and showing its teeth while the owner shouted and screamed at it to stop. When I asked why they had such a huge and aggressive dog they told me the area was extremely dangerous and this was reinforced by the fact that all the lamp posts had signs about beggers and muggings and you one was literally terrified to leave the property for fear of being mugged or murdered. I'm afraid I cannot find a singe good thing to say about Housemartin Lodge and my very strong advice would be NOT TO STAY HERE under any circumstances. ##### m Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Diana 1 Mar 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Good spot for overnight stop Quaint old Karoo rooms nicely renovated. Safe parking and a lovely pool. No food but it’s a few steps away to local cafe. ##### Diana Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rodney 23 Jan 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Housemartin oasis in De Rust After the usual hectic family Christmas season, my family needed some peace and quiet in the countryside, without giving up any creature comforts, and it being December, a pool and aircon were not negotiable. Just as well - De Rust greeted us with 43 degrees on check in, so the pool came into use in short time. The rooms are large, modern, and each individually decorated. The gardens are lush and well cared for. Housemartin is a genuine oasis in the Karoo dessert. The pool srea has a fridge for your perishables and offers gas, weber and wood braai facilities. Firewood starters and necessary tools are provided free of charge. Alert your hots that you wish to braai, and they provide plates, cutlery and even salad dressing as a braai pack - all on the house! Your hosts Theresa and Jan Venter are friendly without being obtrusive, and a wealth of knowledge about things to do and see in the area. In your room you will find a daily supply of teas and bodem coffee (not that packet rubbish), as well as a carafe of sherry tp takes the edge off the day. A highly recommended stay. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/s198-p3cbca3b0-0041-11e8-b691-42834b9c48d7-original.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Rodney Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2017 ### 8/10 Good #### Gordon, Schweiz 26 Nov 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Sehr schönes B&B im ländlichen Stiel ca. 1920 Sehr nette Gastgeber alles sauber und ein schön gepflegter Garten. Kann es gut weiter empfehlen. ##### Gordon Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robin 14 Jan 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Robin Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### John 26 May 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### John Stayed 1 night in May 2018 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Gondwana Tented Eco Camp](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mossel-Bay-Hotels-Gondwana-Tented-Eco-Camp.h31869455.Hotel-Information) > > [Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Touws-River-Hotels-Aquila-Private-Game-Reserve-Spa.h6347327.Hotel-Information) > > [Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mossel-Bay-Hotels-Santos-Express-Train-Lodge-Hostel.h8966799.Hotel-Information) > > [Knysna Tonquani Lodge & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Knysna-Hotels-Knysna-Tonquani-Lodge-Spa.h3024396.Hotel-Information) > > [The Cascades Hotel at Sun City Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sun-City-Hotels-The-Cascades-Hotel-At-Sun-City-Resort.h9515.Hotel-Information) > > [Vuyani River Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hoedspruit-Hotels-Vuyani-Tented-Camp-All-Inclusive.h57157744.Hotel-Information) > > [Montpellier De Tulbagh](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tulbagh-Hotels-Montpellier-De-Tulbagh.h15426199.Hotel-Information) > > [Shamwari Eagles Crag](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Paterson-Hotels-Shamwari-Eagles-Crag.h29151230.Hotel-Information) > > [Villa Sol](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Wilderness-Hotels-Villa-Sol.h38806067.Hotel-Information) > > [White Water Farm](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stanford-Hotels-White-Water-Farm.h13131137.Hotel-Information) > > [Margate Beach Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Margate-Hotels-Margate-Beach-Club.h9458217.Hotel-Information) > > [Kuganha Tented Camp](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Breede-River-Hotels-Kuganha-Tented-Camp.h36060545.Hotel-Information) > > [Rukiya Safari Camp](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hoedspruit-Hotels-Rukiya-Safari-Camp.h18302655.Hotel-Information) > > [Sun City Hotel and Casino](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sun-City-Hotels-Soho-Hotel-Casino-At-Sun-City-Resort.h527184.Hotel-Information) > > [Vuyani Safari Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hoedspruit-Hotels-Vuyani-Safari-Lodge-All-Inclusive.h36961786.Hotel-Information) > > [On The Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Durban-North-Hotels-On-The-Beach.h100470383.Hotel-Information) > > [Knysna Lodge Self Catering Accommodation](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Knysna-Hotels-Knysna-Lodge-Self-Catering-Accommodation.h39461007.Hotel-Information) > > [Sanbona Wildlife Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Barrydale-Hotels-Sanbona-Wildlife-Reserve.h1155735.Hotel-Information) > > [Travellers Rest](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Prince-Albert-Hotels-Travellers-Rest.h16126269.Hotel-Information) > > [Pumba Private Game Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Grahamstown-Hotels-Pumba-Private-Game-Reserve.h2319463.Hotel-Information) > > [Kwa Maritane Self-Catering Chalets](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pilanesberg-National-Park-Hotels-Kwa-Maritane-Self-Catering-Chalets.h22471915.Hotel-Information) > > [Coot Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stanford-Hotels-Spookhuis-Cottages.h15943940.Hotel-Information) > > [The Palace of the Lost City at Sun City Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sun-City-Hotels-The-Palace-Of-The-Lost-City-At-Sun-City-Resort.h392096.Hotel-Information) > > [The Cabanas Hotel at Sun City Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sun-City-Hotels-The-Cabanas-Hotel-At-Sun-City-Resort.h9459.Hotel-Information) > > [Mdluli Safari Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kruger-National-Park-Hotels-Mdluli-Safari-Lodge.h38870272.Hotel-Information) > > [Sebatana Private Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Vaalwater-Hotels-Sebatana-Private-Reserve.h32459379.Hotel-Information) > > [Ruby Rose](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Riebeeck-West-Hotels-Ruby-Rose.h22647891.Hotel-Information) > > [Arabella Hotel Golf & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kleinmond-Hotels-Arabella-Hotel-Golf-Spa.h696005.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Africa Rooms and Rendezvous](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Plettenberg-Bay-Hotels-Grand-Africa-Rooms-And-Rendezvous.h4304539.Hotel-Information) ---