The Old Trading Post
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1 room, 2 adults, 0 children
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The Old Trading Post

17 Die Vleie Rd, Wilderness, Western Cape 6560, South Africa
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With a stay at The Old Trading Post - Guest House in Wilderness, you'll be on a river, just steps from Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and a 3-minute drive from Garden Route National Park. This bed & breakfast is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Wilderness National Park and 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Acrobranch Wildwoods.Show More
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Highlights
Delicious breakfast
Free parking
Pets welcome
Airport drop-off available
Lots to do
Amenities
Luggage Storage
Private parkingFree
Wi-Fi in Public AreasFree
Outdoor swimming pool
Surfing
Airport pick-up
Airport drop-off
Hiking
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Property Description
With a stay at The Old Trading Post - Guest House in Wilderness, you'll be on a river, just steps from Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and a 3-minute drive from Garden Route National Park. This bed & breakfast is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Wilderness National Park and 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Acrobranch Wildwoods.
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4.6/5
Great
Cleanliness4.6
Amenities4.6
Location4.6
Service4.6
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Surroundings
Airport: George Airport
(32.8 km)
Train: Goukamma Railway Station
(30.0 km)
Landmarks: Brownhooded Kingfisher Trail
(640m)
Landmarks: Island Lake
(1.5 km)
Landmarks: George Lakes Yacht Club
(1.5 km)
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Rooms

Guest Reviews

Services & Amenities

Policies

The Garden Room-Double (+Kitchenette)
3

The Garden Room-Double (+Kitchenette)

1 Double bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Minibar
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Strelitzia Cottage (Self-Catering)
2

Strelitzia Cottage (Self-Catering)

1 Double bed or 1 Bunk bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Minibar
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Comfort Tent

Comfort Tent

1 Double bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Minibar
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Lara's Room- (Double Bedroom)
3

Lara's Room- (Double Bedroom)

1 Double bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Minibar
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The Tin Room-(Twin Room)
2

The Tin Room-(Twin Room)

2 Single bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Minibar
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Guest Reviews

4.6/5
Great
16 reviews
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  • Cleanliness4.6
  • Amenities4.6
  • Location4.6
  • Service4.6
Average for similar properties in Wilderness
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AI Summary
The accommodation boasts cozy, clean rooms, and a fantastic location for exploring. Guests praise the delicious breakfast and friendly, helpful hosts. However, no specific disadvantages were mentioned in the reviews.
C‍h‍a‍r‍l‍i‍e
February 15, 2025
The ideal place to stay on the Garden Route as approximately halfway.However more importantly The Trading Place exudes a beautiful calm rustic charm, exemplifed by the host. The most delicious breakfast awaits you at a time of your choce, the bread is homemade. Highly recommended is their preordered pizza in the evening. The host is coincidentally the guide for the river trips, so has exceptional knowledge on the nature of the area. If all this attracts you if you are considering being based in the Wilderness area I would urge you to stay here.
C‍h‍a‍r‍l‍i‍e
February 11, 2025
I arrived after a long tiring 5 hr drive and immediately relaxed with the warm friendly obliging welcome. Mike the owner was very helpful and patient about my enquiries for the area. His wife is a tremendous cook and equally amenable..Highly recommended is the offer of a pizza in the evening totally delicious. The lodging has utmost rustic charm. Such a great relaxing cheery vibe - go for it
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
February 8, 2025
Staying locally and went for the much recommended pizza, we can say with confidence the pizza was fantastic. The hosts made us feel so welcome. The highlight was the desert which was a cheesecake on that particular evening, it was absolutely superb. Highly, highly recommended.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
January 21, 2025
A beautiful and well kept glamping tent with everything you need! It feels so relaxing and I love that it is so accessible and not far from anything in Wilderness. I would 100% recommend staying here and will definitely be back again.
w‍i‍l‍l‍i‍a‍m
January 1, 2025
Lovely
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
January 9, 2025
We really enjoyed our stay at the Old Trading Post in Die Vleie Road in Wilderness. The guest house is located in the countryside of Wilderness. The hosts Mike and Rene made us feel welcome and at home during our stay. I highly recommend the experience!
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
November 28, 2024
Lovely breakfast and supper. Great value for money. Hosts pleasant. Dogs no problem. Peaceful place to stop over.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
November 17, 2024
This stay was a real highlight, the hosts Mike and Renee (and their 4 legged friends) were so friendly and accommodating. We wish we'd have stayed longer than 1 night. They gave us excellent hiking and birdwatching recommendations, turned around some laundry, and we paid for dinner, which was a real highlight. Served in the main house, Renee cooked us a delicious lamb curry, dessert and a bottle of locally sourced wine. Beeakfast was equally delicious and very plentiful. We really enjoyed our time here. The room was furnished in a rustic comfortable style and the beds were exceptionally comfortable. The location is great for exploring the local areas' beautiful surroundings.

Services & Amenities

Outdoor swimming pool
More Amenities
Internet
Outdoor swimming pool
Parking
Private (exclusively for guests) is available On-site parking. Reservation not needed.
Transportation
Front Desk Services
Languages Spoken
Health & Wellness
Activities
Public Areas
Cleaning Services
Business Services

Property Policies

Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 14:00–20:00
Check-out: 06:00–10:00
Child Policies
Children can stay in some rooms of this hotel.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.

Cots and Extra Beds
Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type. Please refer to the room type details for more information.

Breakfast
StyleSet menu
AgeFee
Adult
Set menu:ZAR 110.00 (approx. CAD 8.52) per person
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.

Pets
Pets are allowedFree
Types of pets allowed: dogs, cats

Paying at the Hotel

  • Cash

Property Description

  • Opened: 1920
  • Renovated: 2010
  • Number of Rooms: 6
With a stay at The Old Trading Post - Guest House in Wilderness, you'll be on a river, just steps from Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and a 3-minute drive from Garden Route National Park. This bed & breakfast is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Wilderness National Park and 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Acrobranch Wildwoods.

Take advantage of recreation opportunities including an outdoor pool and bicycles to rent. Additional amenities at this Victorian bed & breakfast include complimentary wireless internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area.

Full breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.

Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge during limited hours, and free self parking is available onsite.

Make yourself at home in one of the 4 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and minibars. Your Tempur-Pedic bed comes with premium bedding. Rooms have private furnished patios. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have separate bathtubs and showers and hair dryers.

Frequently Asked Questions

What times are The Old Trading Post check-in and check-out?

The Old Trading Post check-in time is 14:00-20:00 and the check-out time is 10:00.

What is The Old Trading Post cancellation policy?

The cancellation policy for The Old Trading Post varies depending on the type of room and booking conditions.

How much does it cost to stay at The Old Trading Post?

Prices at The Old Trading Post change according to dates, hotel policy, and other factors. Please search for the dates you wish to stay to view prices.

What is the cloest airport from The Old Trading Post?

The closest airport is George Airport, and it is about 30 mins from hotel by car (32.8 km).

How to get a receipt?

The receipts are issued differently depending on the payment method you use. If you use "Prepayment", you can get an electronic receipt from the booking details page. If you wish to pay at hotel, please inform the front desk staff when you check out.

What are The Old Trading Post nearby landmarks?

The Old Trading Post locates at the center of Wilderness. The nearby landmarks include Brownhooded Kingfisher Trail, and it is 640m from your search (straight-line distance).

About This Property

Nearest AirportGeorge Airport
Distance to Airport32.8KM
Nearest Train StationGoukamma Railway Station
Distance to Train Station30.05KM
Average Price FromCAD68
Hotel Star Rating4