Oakdene Guest House
Our History
A Little bit more info: Oakdene Guest House is situated in the centre of historic Oudtshoorn and captures all the character and heritage of a bygone era, the ostrich feather boom. This charming Victorian home is one of the oldest houses in Oudtshoorn dating back to 1853. Oakdene was declared a National Monument in 1988. The main road actually narrows close to Oakdene to preserve the last remaining piece of the original open water lead-lined furrow, which ran through Oudtshoorn in the old days. Oakdene is sheltered under Oak trees in the centre of Oudtshoorn, on the main tourist route. Oakdene is within walking distance from the town centre and well known restaurants to enjoy local wines and delicious Ostrich steaks.
Oakdene has 6 spacious en-suite bedrooms, individually, remote controlled air-conditioned, satellite flat panel TV, hairdryers, coffee/tea trays, safe in room, WiFi, electric blankets in winter and other amenities to make your stay a pleasant one. Newly designed lush garden and swimming pool to enjoy Oudtshoorn's sunny days. Breakfast is served in the 'plaaskombuis' or outside on the patio facing the garden. Home-made bread and apple cakes and home-made jam is served. If you have any request about a diet, let us know in advance. Laundry service is available. Safe under cover parking on the premises.
Oakdene Guest House
A National Monument
The original Victorian trelliswork which still stands perfectly intact today, was added around the turn of the Century. The ‘lei-watersloot’ running in front of the house is the last remaining section of the original lei which supplied water to the Oudtshoorn of old.
In order to preserve the lei, the historic facade and the oak trees in front of Oakdene, the building was declared a National Monument in 1988. Oakdene is one of the oldest & finest examples of architecture from the early days of Oudtshoorn.