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Gumtree Guest House

4.0 star property
Travelers can relax by the seasonal outdoor pool or venture to nearby attractions before returning to enjoy quiet evenings on their private patios

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Gumtree Guest House creates a peaceful retreat with its pool, sunny terrace and garden. Guests can connect using in-room WiFi or browse books in the library. Previous visitors consistently praise both the cooked-to-order breakfast and the attentive staff who enhance the stay.
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar
The current price is £69
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar

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Superior Double or Twin Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Superior Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Dining table
TV
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Single Bed

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Standard Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Dining table
TV
Renovated in 2013
Blackout curtains
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Cottage | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Cottage

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
TV
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds
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About the area

Oudtshoorn is home to Gumtree Guest House. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cango Caves and Cape Floral Region Protected Areas, while Arbeidsgenot and C.P. Nel Museum are cultural highlights. Cango Wildlife Ranch and Safari Ostrich Show Farm are also worth visiting. Practise your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as hiking/biking trails in the area. Visit our Oudtshoorn travel guide
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139 Church Street, Oudtshoorn, Western Cape, 6625

What's nearby

  • Elephant rides
    Buffelsdrift Game Lodge
    10 min drive - 7.3 miles
  • Oudtshoorn Suspension Bridge
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Arbeidsgenot
    10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • C.P. Nel Museum
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Oudtshoorn Golf Course
    5 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • George (GRJ)
    52 min drive

Restaurants

  • Smitswinkel
    3 min drive
  • Jemima's
    7 min walk
  • Chandelier Game Lodge & Ostrich Farm
    10 min drive
  • Black Swan
    10 min walk
  • SuCasa restaurant
    11 min drive

About this property

Gumtree Guest House

Upscale guest house
Consider a stay at Gumtree Guest House and take advantage of a terrace, a garden and a library. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), free train station pick-up and tour/ticket information
  • Concierge services, outdoor furniture and barbecues
Room features
All guest rooms at Gumtree Guest House feature comforts, such as air conditioning and bathrobes, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Furnished balconies or patios, fridges and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free train station pick-up shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 140 per person
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • 24-hour pool access
  • Library
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 floor
  • 3 buildings
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 12 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 12 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately ZAR 140 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 1000 per vehicle (return)

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 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 accepts major credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
The seasonal pool will be open from September to April
24-hour pool access
Children 12 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

National rating

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

Property is also known as

Gumtree Guest House
Gumtree Guest House Oudtshoorn
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Frequently asked questions

Does Gumtree Guest House have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is available 24 hours a day.

How much does it cost to stay at Gumtree Guest House?

As of 7 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gumtree Guest House on 23 Mar 2026 start from £69, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Gumtree Guest House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Gumtree Guest House?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Gumtree Guest House?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM.

What time is check-out at Gumtree Guest House?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Does Gumtree Guest House provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of ZAR 1000 per vehicle applies.

Where is Gumtree Guest House located?

Situated in Oudtshoorn, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Oudtshoorn Suspension Bridge, C.P. Nel Museum and Arbeidsgenot. Cango Wildlife Ranch is 1.9 mi (3 km) away.

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Reviews

Gumtree Guest House Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 101 out of 130 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 130 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 130 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 130 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 130 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Loved it

Great time, lovely room, very friendly, great location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Axel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent

Top place to stay with nice pool & bar. Very kind owner & team!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very welcoming stay!

We had a wonderful time staying at the Gumtree. The host was very sweet and helped us with great ideas of things to do and see while in the area. The breakfast was tasty with choices of hot and cold items, fresh made bread, and fresh fruit cups. The location was quiet, but within walking distance to good restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Detlev

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We traveled as a family and had a great stay at the Gumtree. Gerry is an incredible host and takes good care of his guests. Two thumbs up!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Location was convenient for walking in town and for out of town excursions. The room was clean and comfortable. The garden and pool were very nice! Best of all, the host was warm and welcoming and a wealth of information! Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely recommendable. The host is very friendly and besides making a perfect breakfast he gave us lots of really valuable information for the planing of our trip. Thanks!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lydia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent all round & fantastic location

Our host Jerry could not be more charming or helpful. He’s a font of knowledge and nothing is too much trouble. We stayed in places that look more plush, but this was by far superior in every way. Powerful shower, quiet air con and ceiling fan, and the best breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A lovely 3-night stay at this homely, rustic-style guest house. With a warm, friendly greeting we felt right at home from the start. In a very convenient, easily walkable, yet quiet location right in the centre of Oudtshoorn, with a delightful garden and pool area and safe on-site parking, this guesthouse is a gem. Gerry is an outstanding host! He went above and beyond to provide recommendations and information on the area .... he even made restaurant reservations for us. Always friendly and chatty ... we left feeling like friends. Most outstanding, however, was his healthy, generous and freshly-prepared breakfast ... really set us up for the day. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Spencer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall, our stay was marvellous in every way possible - the high level of service from our attentive hosts and their staff, the cleanliness of our room plus amenities, the incredible and plentiful daily breakfast, the rustic and comfortable feel of the entire guest house, as well as the convenient location for accessing the greater area.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gideon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for touring the area, extremely friendly owners. Nice rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was well maintained and had secure parking. We appreciated that it was only a block to the Main Street and close to shops and restaurants. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hilda Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed in the property before and like the why it is set up
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best venue in Oudtshoorn. Highly recommend.

Outstanding location in Oudtshoorn - probably the best. Highly recommend. Owners are very helpful at organizing activities, visits, and sightseeing in the area. Outstanding hospitality.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Grafton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Gerry was very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A great stopover, very friendly and convenient too

Phil and Linda made us very welcome and made our stay really enjoyable. We have stayed at the Gumtree previously and will no doubt return. The garden is lovely and there is a pool for cooling off after a long drive. Phil cooks a very good breakfast and Linda's fruit salad is lovely. We would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marie Gabrielle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Il y a pléthore de guesthouse à Oudshoorn mais celle ci vaut le détour, un hôte Gerry adorable, plein de bons conseils, des chambres propres, confortables et très bien équipées. Un petit déjeuner délicieux où rien ne manque. Bref, une adresse incontournable.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gilles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Gerry est un super hôte !!! Excellents conseils pour les visites et restaurant. Route un petit peu bruyante entre 7 et 8h. Je conseille ce lieu
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Hansjoerg Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Waren nur eine Nacht dort. Netter Gastgeber, Pool und gutes Frühstück.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Rekommenderas varmt

Ett hotell över förväntningarna. Otroligt mysigt, mysiga rum och mysig miljö. Sköna sängar. En fantastiskt trevlig ägare som på vår smekmånad välkomnade oss med bubbel och sedan gav tips på både restauranger och stopp på vår kommande körning på route 62.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lars

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Superhosts, nice Lodge, helpful

Phil and Linda a perfect hosts and their B&B is a gem. The are very helpfull with everything, they organized for us a table in a nice restaurant and gave us a lot of recommendations within Oudtshoorn. The room was very clean an spacey. Phil has a Bar which he opens daily at 17:30 where he serves local beers and gins! I highly recommend that place when being in Oudtshoorn.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One problem was that the closet to hang clothes was not long enough for dresses, the shower room was quite tired looking
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best guest house we have ever stayed at anywhere in the world! Just unbelievable. Perfect location, perfect facilities, perfect hosts! We didn’t want to leave. A wonderful discovery. We will be back!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Thank you for a wonderful stay ! We will come back !
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

One of the very best—stay here.

On the road 800+ nights around the world and this is one of the best, in every way. Super location, close but not too close to town—-quiet, beautiful morning birdsong. Clean, very comfortable bed and room—very peaceful, restful sleep. First rate room. Breakfast was superb—locally sourced, fresh juice, excellent cold and hot food, homemade bread. Beautiful breakfast room. And proprietors Phil and Linda all pull off this first rate guesthouse with graciousness and warm hospitality. And very, very interesting and engaging people they both are—just first rate human beings running a first rate guest house. You can’t and won’t go wrong—stay here if you are in or near Outdshoorn. You will be very happy you did.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pleasant stay.

Our hosts Phil and Linda were very hospitable and helpful. Our room was comfortable and clean. Great breakfast with good choices. Nice swimming pool area to relax around. Walking distance to some restaurants and shops. You have to be a bit careful leaving the premises by car as you are on a downwards slope and it is not to easy to see the traffic. Just a small point.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019