Title: The Old Trading Post - Guest House Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Old Trading Post - Guest House Victorian bed & breakfast in Wilderness with free parking ![Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4470000/4461200/4461160/a020028f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4470000/4461200/4461160/ace1d1f4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4470000/4461200/4461160/ef6bf3ef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4470000/4461200/4461160/f53ec6cd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4470000/4461200/4461160/8767c348.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Old Trading Post - Guest House by the lake offers a peaceful retreat. Enjoy the garden, library, or lounge by the pool. Amenities include high-speed WiFi, laundry facilities, bicycle rentals, and barbecue grills for outdoor cooking. 9.2 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - Breakfast available - Pet-friendly - Pool - Housekeeping - Air conditioning - Laundry £39 includes taxes & fees 24 Sept - 25 Sept ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates # Tonight [Sept 15 - Sept 16](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-15&endDate=2025-09-16&selected=4461160&PinnedHotelID=4461160&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-15&endDate=2025-09-16&selected=4461160&PinnedHotelID=4461160&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Tomorrow [Sept 16 - Sept 17](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-16&endDate=2025-09-17&selected=4461160&PinnedHotelID=4461160&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-16&endDate=2025-09-17&selected=4461160&PinnedHotelID=4461160&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # This weekend [Sept 19 - Sept 21](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-21&selected=4461160&PinnedHotelID=4461160&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-21&selected=4461160&PinnedHotelID=4461160&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Next weekend [Sept 26 - Sept 28](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=4461160&PinnedHotelID=4461160&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=4461160&PinnedHotelID=4461160&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 5 of 5 rooms ![The Tin Room - (Twin Room) | Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4470000/4461200/4461160/5ca99ab4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### The Tin Room - (Twin Room) ### Highlights Furnished patio Air conditioning Fridge TV Tempur-Pedic bed Premium bedding Separate bedroom Hairdryer - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ### Comfort Tent ### Highlights Furnished patio Separate sitting area Air conditioning Fridge TV Premium bedding Tempur-Pedic bed Private bathroom - 172 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![The Garden Room - Double (+kitchenette) | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4470000/4461200/4461160/348ca808.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### The Garden Room - Double (+kitchenette) 10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews ### Highlights Furnished patio Air conditioning Kitchenette Fridge TV Tempur-Pedic bed Premium bedding Separate bedroom - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Strelitzia Cottage (self-catering) | Private kitchen | Fridge, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4470000/4461200/4461160/e35ab841.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Strelitzia Cottage (self-catering) ### Highlights Furnished patio Air conditioning Fridge TV Cots/infant beds Tempur-Pedic bed Premium bedding Separate bedroom - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed OR 1 Single Bunk Bed ![Lara's Room - (Double bedroom) | Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4470000/4461200/4461160/5a815cdb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Lara's Room - (Double bedroom) ### Highlights Furnished patio Air conditioning Fridge TV Cots/infant beds Tempur-Pedic bed Premium bedding Separate bedroom - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FWilderness-Hotels-The-Old-Trading-Post-Guest-House.h4461160.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FWilderness-Hotels-The-Old-Trading-Post-Guest-House.h4461160.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Wilderness, The Old Trading Post - Guest House is in a rural area and on a river. Acrobranch Wildwoods and Garden Route Trail are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Milkwood Village Shopping Centre and Wild Oats Community Farmers Market. Liquid Grace Adventures and Garden Route Botanical Garden are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking. [Visit our Wilderness travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Wilderness.dx184275) [View more B&B in Wilderness](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Wilderness-Bed-And-Breakfasts.d184275-aaBedAndBreakfasts.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-33.98900%2C22.65095&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=tlzQRjsws2EEvHv-DWCvREAHU84=) Die Vleie / The Lakes Road Off N2, Wilderness, Western Cape, 6560 ### What's nearby - Acrobranch Wildwoods - 8 min drive - 3.7 miles - Garden Route Trail - 9 min drive - 3.9 miles - Wilderness Lagoon - 11 min drive - 5.0 miles - Map of Africa View Point - 15 min drive - 7.4 miles - Victoria Bay Beach - 22 min drive - 10.6 miles ### Getting around - George (GRJ) - 28 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪The Girls - ‬11 min drive - ‪Pomodoro - ‬10 min drive - ‪Naughty Monkey Cafe - ‬6 min drive - ‪Blue Olive Restaurant & Cocktail Bar - ‬10 min drive - ‪ilali Restaurant - ‬10 min drive ## About this property ### The Old Trading Post - Guest House Upscale bed & breakfast by the lake At The Old Trading Post - Guest House, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden and a library. In addition to laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also find perks such as: - An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas - Free self-parking - Full breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) - A vending machine, barbecues and tour/ticket information Room features All guest rooms at The Old Trading Post - Guest House offer comforts, such as premium bedding and furnished patios, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and air conditioning. Other conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with separate baths/showers and hairdryers - Fridges, coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet ### Parking and transport - Return airport shuttle (surcharge) during limited hours - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: ZAR 110 per person ### Things to do - Bicycle rentals - Library - Outdoor pool - Rowing/canoeing ### Family friendly - In-room refrigerator - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk - Vending machine ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - On a lake - Picnic area - Pool loungers - Pool umbrellas - Terrace ### More - 1 floor - 3 buildings - Built in 1920 - Victorian architecture ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Premium bedding - Tempur-Pedic mattress ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Separate bathtub and shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Minibar - Refrigerator ### More - Air conditioning - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation ### Pets Pets stay for free Welcoming dogs and cats only ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for full breakfast: from approximately ZAR 110 per person - Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 200 per vehicle 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 accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted 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 Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms ### 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 Old Trading Post Guest House Old Trading Post Guest House B&B Old Trading Post Guest House B&B Wilderness Old Trading Post Guest House Wilderness The Old Trading Post Guest House The Old Trading Post The Old Trading Post - Guest House Wilderness The Old Trading Post - Guest House Bed & breakfast The Old Trading Post - Guest House Bed & breakfast Wilderness ## Frequently asked questions ### Does The Old Trading Post - Guest House have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### How much does it cost to stay at The Old Trading Post - Guest House? > As of 15 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Old Trading Post - Guest House on 24 Sept 2025 start from £38.51, excluding 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](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Wilderness-Hotels-The-Old-Trading-Post-Guest-House.h4461160.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is The Old Trading Post - Guest House pet-friendly? > Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at The Old Trading Post - Guest House? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Old Trading Post - Guest House? > Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Old Trading Post - Guest House? > Checkout is at 10 AM. ### Does The Old Trading Post - Guest House provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of ZAR 200 per vehicle applies. ### Where is The Old Trading Post - Guest House located? > Situated on a river, this bed & breakfast is within 1 mile (2 km) of Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and Garden Route National Park. Wilderness National Park and Acrobranch Wildwoods are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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