Gumtree Guest House offers a serene atmosphere with a seasonal outdoor pool, sun-drenched terrace, and lush garden. Connect to in-room WiFi or unwind in the library. The cooked-to-order breakfast has delighted previous guests who also appreciated the helpful staff.
Oudtshoorn Suspension Bridge - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Arbeidsgenot - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
Cango Wildlife Ranch - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
Safari Ostrich Show Farm - 6 min drive - 7.4 km
Buffelsdrift Game Lodge - 8 min drive - 8.4 km
Getting around
George (GRJ) - 49 min drive
Free train station pick-up
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Checkers - 11 min walk
Beans About Coffee - 5 min walk
Smitswinkel - 3 min drive
Nostalgia Restaurant, Baron Van Rheede Street - 5 min walk
Nostalgie Restaurant - 5 min walk
About this property
Gumtree Guest House
Enjoy your visit to Oudtshoorn with a stay at Gumtree Guest House. After splashing around at the seasonal outdoor pool, you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. A terrace and a garden are other highlights.
Languages
Afrikaans, English, German
At a glance
Hotel size
6 rooms
Arranged over 1 level
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Check-out time is 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
Required at check-in
Credit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Children
Children (12 years old and younger) not allowed
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Transfers
Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
Free train station pick-up
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–9:00 AM
Bar/lounge
Barbecue grills
What to do
Bicycle rentals nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Facilities
3 buildings/towers
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Library
Television in common areas
Seasonal outdoor pool
24-hour pool access
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled) and heating
Ceiling fan
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Bathrobes
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Furnished balcony/patio
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Dining table
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Access via exterior corridors
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately ZAR 120 per person
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of ZAR 1000 per vehicle (roundtrip)
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool open 24-hours
The seasonal pool is open from September to April
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Also known as
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Gumtree Guest House Oudtshoorn
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Frequently asked questions
Does Gumtree Guest House offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Gumtree Guest House does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Gumtree Guest House?
Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests have 24-hour pool access.
Are pets allowed at Gumtree Guest House?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Gumtree Guest House?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Gumtree Guest House?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is ZAR 1000 per vehicle roundtrip.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Gumtree Guest House?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at Gumtree Guest House and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling and hiking, and practice your swing on the nearby golf course. Enjoy amenities like a seasonal outdoor pool, a picnic area, and a garden.
Does Gumtree Guest House have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a furnished balcony or patio.
What's the area around Gumtree Guest House like?
Gumtree Guest House is a short 1-minute walk from Oudtshoorn Suspension Bridge and 8 minutes' walk from Arbeidsgenot.
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Gumtree Guest House Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
9.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 8, 2025
Loved it
Great time, lovely room, very friendly, great location
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 28, 2025
Excellent
Top place to stay with nice pool & bar. Very kind owner & team!
Axel
Axel, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 21, 2022
Great location for touring the area, extremely friendly owners. Nice rooms.
Gideon
Gideon, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 13, 2023
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.
Steve
Steve, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 23, 2024
I have stayed in the property before and like the why it is set up
Hilda Heather
Hilda Heather, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 12, 2022
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.
Nicholas
Nicholas, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 26, 2023
Gerry was very helpful and friendly.
Grafton
Grafton, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 17, 2024
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!
Candid
Candid, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 30, 2023
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.
Lydia
Lydia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 14, 2022
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.
Deborah
Deborah, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 25, 2025
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!
Carolyn
Carolyn, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 23, 2024
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.
Jonna
Jonna, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jan 6, 2024
JONGAM
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 21, 2023
RUDOLF
RUDOLF, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 14, 2020
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.
Lars
Lars, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 23, 2020
One problem was that the closet to hang clothes was not long enough for dresses, the shower room was quite tired looking
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 14, 2020
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!!
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 11, 2019
Thank you for a wonderful stay !
We will come back !
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 4, 2019
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.
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 11, 2019
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.
David
David, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 26, 2019
Great stay in Oudtshoorn
We had an Excellent stay Lin and Phil great hosts, really pointed us in right direction with details of local area. Rooms were big also nice deck and pool to relax around - breakfast was very good, all in all a perfect hotel to explore the local area which loads to offer
NICK
NICK, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 21, 2019
A memorable stay and excursion with Phil and Linda
Gumtree Lodge is perfect for a visit to Oudtshoorn and the surrounding areas. Phil and Linda are excellent hosts who are extremely knowledgeable and professional in their approach. Service is first class! The guest house is ideally placed for walking to a range of restaurants and Phil and Linda advised us about these. Breakfast was delicious. Our room was spacious and looked onto the gardens and pool. It had everything we needed. The bar and dining area are very tastefully decorated. There were too many extras to mention. An unforgettable memory is the circular tour through the Schwartberg Pass driven by Phil who provided a really well informed commentary. We would highly recommend this guided tour. We think that we were extremely lucky to have chosen Gumtree Lodge and highly recommend it.
John
John, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 2, 2019
great choice to stay for visiting the caves. friendly and polite
Alexandre
Alexandre, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Dec 31, 2018
catherine
catherine, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 7, 2018
South Africa road trip
We enjoyed returning to this fabulous Guesthouse. Phil and Linda are great hosts and nothing is too much trouble. Oudtshoorn experienced 2 power cuts while we were there and our hosts ensured we were inconvenienced as little as possible. We would highly recommend this gem of a Guesthouse and also a day trip over the Swartberg pass driven by Phil in his 4 x 4.