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Located alongside a lake, Old Mac Daddy offers quirky accommodations in a variety of holiday homes and refurbished vintage trailers. There is also an outdoor swimming pool, a guest lounge and a restaurant and bar. Free WiFi access is available. The trailers each feature a unique, themed interior designed by a local artist. They also come with air conditioning, heating and a seating area. The holiday homes are decorated with soft, muted furnishings and an open-plan lounge and dining area. They include a well-equipped kitchen. The restaurant, Brinny Breezes, offers home-made meals for breakfast and lunch, as well as a seasonal dinner menu. Guests can relax by the pool or go fishing at the lake. Bikes are available for rent, and a children's playground can also be found on site. Activities such as aqua zorbing, archery and team building events can also be arranged. Old Mac Daddy is located Elgin, 9.3 mi from the town of Grabouw. Gordon's Bay is 35 minutes' drive away and Cape Town International Airport can be reached in 1 hour by car.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

    • Free Parking Available On Site


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 full bed
Bedroom 2
1 full bed
Bedroom 3
2 twin beds
1 full bed
1 full bed
Bedroom 1
1 full bed
Bedroom 2
1 full bed
Bedroom 3
2 twin beds
Living room
5 sofa beds
1 full bed
or
2 twin beds
2 full beds
and
2 bunk beds
4 twin beds
and
2 full beds
Bedroom 1
1 full bed
Bedroom 2
2 twin beds
Bedroom 3
2 twin beds
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.7
Value for money
8.6
Location
9.4
Free Wifi
5.0
Low score for Botrivier

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Ford
    South Africa South Africa
    We loved how engaged all the staff and management were, in particular Denver. All the activities for the kids and the fact that they did extras like free ice lollies, popcorn, roasting marshmallows, pizza making etc. These did not go unnoticed. ...
  • Yaron
    United States United States
    Beautiful location in the mountains surrounded by apple orchards. Very basic but tasteful accommodation with magnificent views. All the food was decent but don't expect gourmet or anything amazing. Overall we really loved this place and would...
  • Claire
    South Africa South Africa
    The staff were exceptional. Unfortunately we were very sick when we were there, "they were very concerned about us. Drove us to a doctor & the next day drove us to the hospital. They went above & beyond in their care of us. A special thanks to...
  • Lotter
    South Africa South Africa
    Enjoyed the natural surroundings and beautiful vistas from the Airstreams positioning. The staff surprised us with a very special treat at dinner in celebration of our wedding anniversary, was truly special surprise well appreciated.
  • Sasha
    South Africa South Africa
    The place was tranquil and allows you to reconnect with nature. I love the idea of the social box at the restaurant which really allows you to focus and be present. There is so much to do in and around the property. The staff are amazing and...
  • Justin
    South Africa South Africa
    I have often driven past the turnoff and wondered what it was like to stay here. Now I know (thanks to my wife :) ), we will definitely make this a return destination. We stayed one of the Tiny houses, and it was absolutely brilliant. Well...
  • Diego
    South Africa South Africa
    The staff were excellent and everything was well thought through.
  • Armine
    South Africa South Africa
    Stunning location, unique accommodation, nice restaurant
  • Nicole
    South Africa South Africa
    Stunning venue, the kids had an absolute blast! All the staff were very friendly and accommodated any request. We will definitely be returning soon!
  • Claudia
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The place is stunning and you will get the friendly staff

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Brinny Breezes
    • Cuisine
      International
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Old Mac Daddy
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Spa
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Bar
  • Private beach area

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Private beach area
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Archery
    Additional charge
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Kids' club
  • Water sports facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
    Additional charge
  • Ping-pong
  • Playground
  • Fishing
    Additional charge

Food & Drink

  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant

Internet
Wifi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

    Front Desk Services

    • Invoice provided
    • Private check-in/out
    • Concierge
    • Tour desk

    Entertainment & Family Services

    • Outdoor play equipment for kids
    • Indoor play area
    • Board games/Puzzles
    • Babysitting/Child services
      Additional charge

    Cleaning Services

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge

    Business Facilities

    • Fax/Photocopying
    • Meeting/Banquet facilities
      Additional charge

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV in common areas
    • 24-hour security

    General

    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Room service

    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!

    • Open all year
    • Beach chairs/Loungers

    Spa

    • Spa/Wellness packages
    • Spa facilities
    • Beach umbrellas
    • Beach chairs/Loungers
    • Massage
      Additional charge
    • Spa
      Additional charge

    Languages Spoken

    • Afrikaans
    • English

    House rules
    Old Mac Daddy takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM
    Check-out
    From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    0 - 1 years
    Crib upon request
    Free
    2 years old
    Crib upon request
    Free
    Extra bed upon request
    ZAR 350 per child, per night
    3 - 12 years
    Extra bed upon request
    ZAR 350 per child, per night
    16+ years
    Extra bed upon request
    ZAR 500 per person, per night

    Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction
    There's no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Cards accepted at this property
    VisaMastercard Cash is not accepted

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Please note that requests for specifically themed trailers are not guaranteed and subject to availability.

    Dear visitor, this region is currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties are subject to comply with local water usage restrictions.

    FAQs about Old Mac Daddy