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Chelaya Country Lodge

3.5 star property
Beach Cape Town lodge in Helderberg Rural with free parking
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Outdoor dining
Stoney Pine | Water view
The Milkshed | Garden view
Stoney Pine
The Homestead Villa

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
    Gym
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Mondeor Road, Somerset West, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7129
  • Monkey Town Primate Centre
    2 min walk
  • Harmony Park
    7 min drive
  • Waterkloof Wines
    7 min drive
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    33 min drive

Room options

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

The Waterside

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private pool
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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The Stable

The Stable

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Garden
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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The Milkshed | Living area

The Milkshed

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private pool
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Family House

Family House

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Connecting rooms available
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds and 4 Single Beds

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Panoramic Double Room

Panoramic Double Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Connecting rooms available
TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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The Homestead Villa | Executive lounge

The Homestead Villa

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private pool
  • Sleeps 11
  • 3 Double Beds, 4 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Stoney Pine

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Connecting rooms available
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Exclusive Chalet

Exclusive Chalet

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private pool
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Garden Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private pool
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Sunset Cottage | Living area

Sunset Cottage

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private pool
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Beds and 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Garden Cottage | Living area

Garden Cottage

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private pool
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Duck Pond 2

Duck Pond 2

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Portable fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Cape Town

At Chelaya Country Lodge you'll be 2.2 km (1.4 mi) from Waterkloof Wines and 2.5 km (1.5 mi) from Lwandle Migrant Labour Museum. Highlights at this beach lodge include in-room pools, free WiFi and furnished balconies. .Enjoy the outdoor swimming pool and gym. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Helderberg Rural lodge include Blue Rock Adventure Park and Harmony Park.
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What's nearby

  • Harmony Park - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Waterkloof Wines - 7 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Lourensford Wine Estate - 8 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Vergelegen Wine Estate - 13 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Erinvale Golf Club - 13 min drive - 10.9 km

Getting around

  • Van Der Stel Station - 10 min drive
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Casa Valdez - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Gordon's Bay Coffee Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Checkers - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Vetkoek Paleis - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Chelaya Country Lodge

Beach Cape Town lodge in Helderberg Rural with free parking
Chelaya Country Lodge offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. Public spaces have free WiFi. A rooftop terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine are also featured at Chelaya Country Lodge. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Cape Town lodge is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Locker space
Chelaya Country Lodge offers 12 accommodations with private pools and a safe. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Satellite televisions are provided.

Bathrooms include dressing gowns and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and portable fans. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

Afrikaans, English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Private pool
  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Portable fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Payment types

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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 accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

We should mention

  • Children aged 2 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Chelaya Country Lodge Cape Town
Chelaya Country Cape Town
Chelaya Country
Chelaya Country Lodge Lodge
Chelaya Country Lodge Cape Town
Chelaya Country Lodge Lodge Cape Town

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Chelaya Country Lodge?

Yep, Chelaya Country Lodge has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Chelaya Country Lodge?

The closest beach to Chelaya Country Lodge is Bikini Beach (5.8 km).

Does Chelaya Country Lodge have a pool?

Chelaya Country Lodge has an outdoor pool.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Chelaya Country Lodge?

No, but there are private pools in the guestrooms.

Does Chelaya Country Lodge serve breakfast?

Sure does, brekkie is offered daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Chelaya Country Lodge?

No, Chelaya Country Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Chelaya Country Lodge?

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

Are pets allowed at Chelaya Country Lodge?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Chelaya Country Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The lodge has potential.
The owner Ivan is very friendly and is involved in making guests feel comfortable. The unit was not in such a clean condition upon arrival (carpet, curtains and flies)and the cleaning policy states that no cleaning takes place during the weekend and the towels only get changed after 3 days. The lodge is quite secluded and peaceful, with the closest beach being a 6km drive away. There are 2 swimming pools (albeit small) on site that you can also enjoy should you not wish to drive to the beach.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2019

4/10 Poor

Carl

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
No maid service or tea and coffee replenishment. No hot water and water pressure terrible. Reasonably priced at R800 per night but compared to other places not good value. Breakfast not included and no facility to self cater.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great potential close to Gordon's Bay but ...
The venue is just off N2 which is convenient yet rather noisy due to road traffic. Staff and setting were pleasant yet our prefab room was an all in one bed, kitchenette counter, shower & loo which was a little awkward. Neighbouring room is divided by single panneled wall leaving little privacy with movement and conversation all heard. Venue is great with a lovely feel and super pool. Not what we were expecting though. Will not repeat.

10/10 Excellent

Fanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great surroundings, great value, highly recommende
A stone’s throw from picturesque Gordon’s Bay, this is a wonderful place to use as a halfway house en route to the Garden Route, or to stay for a few days. We stayed in a two-bedroom lodge, which had its own kitchen. Fireplaces inside and outside created a lovely ambience. It felt like we were out in nature, given the lovely surroundings. Michelle was the perfect host, giving information and advice on everything from food to family activities. Chelaya vomes HIGHLY recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017

6/10 Okay

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Accommodation was lovely but very difficult to find. Garmin took us down a dead end road. Google maps and Apple took us to Pick"n Pay delivery parking. This needs to be addressed. Also only one sign on gravel road intersection - no signage off the N2 and no visibility. Took nearly 2 hours to find.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Relax and enjoy at Chelaya
Apart from minor invasion of ants (quickly addressed...and this is Africa after all...insects are everywhere!), we very much enjoyed the days we stayed here. Michelle kindly gave us a large room with en suite in the big house, and we loved chilling by the small pool in the mornings. Would have no reservations about staying there again. Mosquitoes were a menace at night too...so would prefer provision option of a mossie net over the bed...other than that, excellent.

8/10 Good

patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Garden delight
Nice and relaxed setting in lovely garden with two pools. Friendly staff

8/10 Good

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
The security was excellent here and we felt very safe and relaxed

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
As above, conveniently close to N2

10/10 Excellent

Liata

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good hotel
A beautiful spot away from the city. Will definitely be back

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

FitzMorgans, Northern Ireland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful country lodge close enough to Cape Town
Great location for exploring the wine region and garden route. Easy to get to from the airport. Also good base for exploring Cape Town, Muizenberg beach etc. Lovely location with beautiful gardens, friendly animals and helpful staff. Thanks Michelle and Raymond

10/10 Excellent

Regina, Dortmund

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Wir hatten einen sehr schönen Aufenthalt. Die Anlage ist mit sehr viel Liebe angelegt worden und wird sehr gepflegt. Wir wünschen Dilette und Ivan weiterhin viel Erfolg. Regina und Julian
Stayed 19 nights in Dec 2019