20 On Somerset

In the heart of the picturesque town of Swellendam, you will find 20 on Somerset guesthouse. The property offers travellers much more than just a place to stay, with unmatched views of our town and the beautiful mountains. Each individually decorated room features an en-suite bathroom. In addition, each room contains a Smart TV, free Wi-Fi access, USB charging points, and a bar fridge stocked with 2 soft drinks & water; some rooms offer a deck with mountain or sunset views. Our venue, the Sundowner Deck, is unique in the sense that it offers guests views of our town and the picturesque mountains in the late afternoon; a unique way to enjoy Swellendam’s sunsets with a glass of wine and dinner. Meals are presented in the form of a platter-for-two. Choices are between a meaty platter or cold meats and cheese platter. A vegetarian platter is also available on request. 20 on Somerset offers scrumptious dinners which may be enjoyed on the Sundowner Deck or at the cosy fireplace in the house. We have a bushveld boma BBQ/braai area, offering the perfect opportunity to enjoy sundowners with the most beautiful sunsets in Africa. At night, guests can also relax and admire the stars with an unobstructed view. There is free parking on-site, secured by an automated gate.

Area Info

20 On Somerset is located in the historical town of Swellendam. It features over 50 national monuments and is the largest youngberry-growing region in the world. Enjoy berry picking, liqueur tastings, and a variety of historical outings.

Nature lovers will enjoy the plentiful nature reserves around Swellendam, including the Marloth Nature Reserve, Sambona Wildlife Reserve, Grootvadersbosch Nature Reserve, and Bontebok National Park. Wildlife in Swellendam includes the endangered Bontebok and Cape Mountain Zebra as well as bushbuck, klipspringer, baboon, mongoose, and the occasional Leopard. Birding enthusiasts will marvel at over 200 species of birds, including waterfowl, eagles, Narina Trogon, Paradise Flycatcher, and the Knysna Woodpecker.

Units and Rooms

Luxury King Room

Guests: 2

The Love Room offers direct access to a lock-up garage & a deck with mountain views. The room contains a king-size bed, an en suite shower, a Smart TV, free Wi-Fi access, USB charging points, & a bar fridge stocked with 2 soft drinks & water.

Patio Queen Room

Guests: 2

This charming room is equipped with a queen-size bed and features an en-suite bathroom. This room contains a deck with mountain and sunset views, a Smart TV, free Wi-Fi access, USB charging points, & a bar fridge stocked with 2 soft drinks & water.

Comfort Queen Room

Guests: 2

The Peace Room offers direct access to the garden and a cosy patio. The room has a queen-size bed and an en-suite bathroom and contains a Smart TV, free Wi-Fi access, USB charging points, & a bar fridge stocked with 2 soft drinks & water.