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Situated in the picturesque own of Swellendam, this national heritage building dates back to 1832 and is set amongst large, established oak trees. It has recently been restored to a gem of an establishment.

The town is originally named after Governor Hendrik Swellengrebel and his wife Helena ten Damme. Hendrik Swellengrebel the son of a Russian, Jan Swellengrebel, was the 1 st South African born governor of the Cape in 1739 and was well liked.De Companjie offers a luxurious retreat for the sophisticated traveler.

The guesthouse juxtapositions the old and new, complimenting the wonderful ambience of the third oldest town in South Africa. Our traditional country-kitchen offers scrumptious breakfasts at the highest standards. This owner managed business ensures top quality accommodation, all servings are made of fresh locally produced ingredients. The utmost attention to detail and our friendly service really set us apart.

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