The Angler and Antelope Guesthouse offers a unique
experience on large landscaped grounds securely enclosed in the heart of the
town. The venue has maintained the ambiance of yesteryear with the comforts of
the modern era.
Slightly off the beaten track, 24 kms from Cookhouse west off the N10 between
Port Elizabeth and Cradock, Somerset East lies at the foot of the Boschberg
Mountain range. It is an undiscovered gem that reveals its depth of character
when you are up close and personal.
The guesthouse`s elegance is its simplicity. Most of the original Oregon of
1893 has been restored, and each of the six en-suite bedrooms captures the
grace and elegance of the Victorian era, boasting air conditioning, goose down
and cotton Percale.
The bathrooms are something to behold, reflecting characteristics of the
generations that inhabited the home previously, with underfloor heating. The
accommodation comprises of three twin rooms, one double room and two double /
twin / family rooms. Wireless internet connection is available on the premises.
St Francis, an old church built in 1906, boasts a spirited character and
comprises of the lounge, dining room, kitchen, bar and fly fishing shop. Seated
under Oregon beams on custom made Blackwood furniture, you might well find
yourself contemplating, as your taste buds are tantalized by the aromas of wholesome
country cooking in its open plan layout.
If you find yourself confessing to enjoyment and relaxation whilst sipping your
favourite malt whisky in an old church you might be tempted to visit the old
confessional.
Smoking is not permitted indoors, but the views of the mountain create a
relaxed atmosphere to enjoy smoking outdoors.
Accommodation at The Angler and Antelope
Guesthouse:
Mountain Room
Family room with king sized bed and sleeper couch for children 12 and under.
The room has a bar fridge, DSTV, full bathroom, and air-conditioning.
Trout Room
Semi-self catering room with twin beds. The room has a bar fridge, microwave
and toaster. Also with DSTV, full bathroom, and air-conditioning.
Train Room
Twin room with DSTV, full bathroom, and air-conditioning. The room has
some self-catering facilities, including a bar fridge, induction cooker,
microwave and toaster.
Antelope Room
Semi-self catering double room. The room has a bar fridge, microwave, toaster, mini
stove with two hot plates, and private braai area. Private entrance, DSTV, full
bathroom, and air-conditioning.
Gazania Room
Family room with king size bed and sleeper couch for children 12 and under. The
room has a bar fridge, DSTV, full bathroom, and air-conditioning.
Sunbird Room
Twin room with DSTV, bar fridge, full bathroom, and air-conditioning.
Family unit
The units sleeps 4 in two bedrooms. The lounge / kitchen area is fully equipped
for self catering, and also features DSTV, and air-conditioning. The bathroom
has a shower over the bath. Private garden with outdoor braai area.
All the rooms in The Angler and Antelope
Guesthouse feature:
- Percale linen and Mohair blankets. Goose down duvets and pillows.
Hypoallergenic available on request.
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Bar fridge
- Tea and coffee making
facilities, homemade rusks.
Children Policy:
The guesthouse can accommodate children under 12 years on sleeper couches in parents room, or in the family units. units.
The Eastern Cape is malaria free. It must be mentioned that the temperatures can be in excess of 40 deg C during February and March, so air-conditioning in your room is a bonus.
Luxury twin room with down duvets and pillows, cotton percale linen, DSTV, bar fridge and air-conditioning. The bathroom is en suite with bath and shower, double vanity.
Luxury room with two single beds, goose down duvets and pillows and cotton percale with mohair blankets. Some self-catering facilities, DSTV, air-conditioning. En-suite bathroom, double vanity, bath and shower.
Luxury room with kingsize bed, down duvets and pillows, cotton percale linen, mohair blanket, DSTV and air-conditioning. The bathroom is en suite with both bath and shower, double vanity. Sleeper couch for children under 13.
Luxury room with king bed (can be twin), down duvet and pillows, cotton percale linen, mohair blanket, DSTV and air-conditioning. The bathroom is en suite with both bath and shower, double vanity. Sleeper couch for under 13’s.
Luxury room with standard double bed. air-con, DSTV, some self-catering facilities, separate entrance, braai facility, en-suite with bath and shower, double vanity.
Luxury room with two single beds, down duvet and pillows, cotton percale linen, mohair blanket, DSTV and air-conditioning. The bathroom is en suite with both bath and shower, double vanity.
Comfortable family unit with air conditioning, two bedrooms, a bathroom with shower over bath, and lounge area with DSTV. Outside BBQ with self-catering facilities.
