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Housemartin Guest Lodge

Property class: 3.5

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A covered outdoor area with a pathway leading to a gated entrance, surrounded by a white fence, with a potted plant and flowers in the foreground.
A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a chair.
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A swimming pool with a wooden deck, a covered patio area with white railings, and potted plants.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services

Explore the area

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6 Kerk Street, De Rust, Western Cape, 6650
  • Place, De Rust Memorial Church
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Nederduitse Gereformeerde Church
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Cango Wildlife Ranch
    ‪40 min drive‬

Room options

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A neatly made bed with white and purple pillows, a wooden headboard, and a bedside table with a lamp.

Room 1

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Two single beds with matching headboards and pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a small wooden nightstand with books.

Room 6

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A neatly arranged bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a chair.

Luxury Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bathroom with a sink, mirror, window, shower, and towel rack.

Room 9 - Wheelchair Friendly Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, two bedside tables with lamps, and a nightstand with a magazine.

Room 2

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room 3

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A neatly made bed with patterned bedding, two bedside lamps, and a wooden headboard.

Room 5

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Two single beds with matching headboards and pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a small wooden nightstand with books.

Room 7

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A neatly arranged hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a wooden headboard, and zebra-themed pillows.

Room 8

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Two single beds with matching headboards and pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a small wooden nightstand with books.

Room 10

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Two single beds with matching headboards and pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a small wooden nightstand with books.

Room 11

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Two single beds with matching headboards and pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a small wooden nightstand with books.

Room 12

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

De Rust

Housemartin Guest Lodge places you steps from De Rust Memorial Church and within a 10-minute stroll of Nederduitse Gereformeerde Church. Highlights at this Colonial guest house include an outdoor swimming pool and in-room free WiFi. .This smoke-free guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a library. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities and a fridge in a common area. Continental breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 8:30 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 30-minute drive of this 3.5-property class De Rust guest house include Meiringspoort and Cango Wildlife Ranch.
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What's nearby

  • De Rust Memorial Church - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Nederduitse Gereformeerde Church - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Meiringspoort - 9 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Cango Wildlife Ranch - 40 min drive - 46.6 km
  • Buffelsdrift Game Lodge - 50 min drive - 54.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Pluim Eatery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Die Groen Bliktrommel - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kaalgat Kudu - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Grumpy Goat - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Plough Restaurant - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Housemartin Guest Lodge

As a guest of Housemartin Guest Lodge, you'll find an outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace. Public spaces have free WiFi. Housemartin Guest Lodge also features barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star De Rust guest house is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1885
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Water dispenser
Housemartin Guest Lodge offers 12 accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Rooms open to balconies or patios. This individually decorated accommodation has separate sitting areas and includes desks. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • 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
  • Smoking not allowed

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 3 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately ZAR 95 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children aged 3 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Housemartin Guest Lodge?

Yep, Housemartin Guest Lodge has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Housemartin Guest Lodge?

The closest beach to Housemartin Guest Lodge is Santos Beach (84.9 km).

Does Housemartin Guest Lodge have a pool?

Housemartin Guest Lodge has an outdoor pool.

Does Housemartin Guest Lodge serve breakfast?

You bet, continental brekkie is offered daily from 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Housemartin Guest Lodge?

No, Housemartin Guest Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Housemartin Guest Lodge?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Housemartin Guest Lodge?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Housemartin Guest Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 9 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Philip

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.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

samuel david l

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.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

m

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.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Diana

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2017
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gordon

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.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2018