Chartfield Guesthouse
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Dawid M - Sep 2024
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Baie goeie gastehuis.
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Very good guest house.
Yes. Kalk Bay is always a winner, especially St James Beach and the tidal pool.
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Hesti V - Sep 2024
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Absolutely perfect!
Hannelie B - Aug 2024
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Great stay and a great location for exploring Kalk Bay by foot!
Maureen D - Aug 2024
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Will definitely go back!
Wart S - Jul 2024
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Top stay.
Paulina V - May 2024
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Heerlik!
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Delicious!
We had a wonderful stay! Friendly staff and the most beautiful, beautiful view and location.
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Martin B - Feb 2024
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Relaxed.
Chrissie R - Sep 2024
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Lekker by see, maar ongemaklik agv bovermelde.
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Nice by the sea, but uncomfortable due to the above.
No kettle/coffee in rooms. Room service coffee is expensive! Not wheelchair friendly. Stairs! No provision for smokers except down stairs to the outside!
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Hi Chrissie, thank you so much for staying with us. You are 100% right. Unfortunately, we are not wheelchair friendly, and we do not advertise that we are. Kalk Bay is an area that has many steep hills, and you will find that there are stairs all over the area. The Guesthouse is one of these houses that have stairs all over as well as inside, and as it is a heritage site, we are unable to make any changes to it. We are also a smoke-free zone; however, we have a designated smoker's area which is located outside on the patio. By law, you are not allowed to smoke indoors anymore. We also offer a complimentary coffee/tea service every morning that you do not have to pay for. This is served from 7:15 am - 9:00 am daily and brought up to your room to make up for us not having tea or coffee making facilities in the room. You can opt for this service whether you have including or excluding breakfast. It is available to all guests staying at the Guesthouse at no additional charge during the allocated time period.
We wish you a lovely day further and we appreciate your review.
Deb O - Oct 2023
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1st trip to Cape Town.
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Hi Debbie
Thank you so much for your wonderful and kind words. We here at Chartfield enjoyed hosting you and we are very happy you enjoyed your stay in Kalk Bay. We hope to see you back in the near future.
Surina D - May 2023
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Meer as wat ek verwag het!
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More than I expected!
Value for sleep was very good! The staff were very friendly and treated us very well! Thank you for the accommodation we got through you!
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Kevin G - Mar 2023
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What a lovely place to stay, it is ideal with the beautiful coastline, shopping, walks, swimming and fabulous restaurants.
Stephan M - Aug 2023
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Heerlike verblyf, pragtige uitsig.
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Great stay, beautiful view.
What we liked: The room is very neat, the bed is big and very comfortable, and the view from the room is really fantastic. The bedding is of very good quality and we slept like kings. There is also a coffee machine in the room! The shower head sits nicely high; we are both tall and could take a nice shower. A small detail such as indicating which way the shower handle should be turned for hot water pleasantly surprised me. (Also, the shower is nice and big). The Chartfield team were very friendly and always eager to help us. Also where we walked in the village and saw workers in their black tops, they were very friendly. The location is really excellent. We could walk everywhere in Kalk Bay we wanted to be, and even though the climb from the main street is up a steep hill, the view we enjoyed makes it worth it. We asked in advance if we could get champagne glasses and an ice tray. They couldn't help us with the icebox, but kept our champagne in the fridge. We didn't have breakfast, but the stay includes a free morning drink every morning - and it's delivered to your room! It was lovely to sit on the stoep, drink a flat white and look out over False Bay. We never felt unsafe. Getting in and out of the guest house was effortless thanks to their good security system. What we didn't like: Parking on the street outside the guest house was tough. How it's not a one-way street is beyond me. We were lucky to find parking, but if you want to drive around a lot, you may struggle to find a spot again. The stairs to the attic are very steep and especially the descent was nerve-wracking for someone with a fear of heights. In general, there are a lot of stairs in the house - not a problem for us, but it might be something other people need to know. The guest house had a pack of chips, wine and water on the table in the room, but each with a price attached. We didn't expect any free items, but it was a bit unpleasant for me to know that a bottle of water costs R35 extra. (It's not about paying for it, but it's the best and most expensive room in the house). The room could benefit from a small fridge. Outside the guest house, a poster is stuck on a lamp post: Want to start yoga - Start by bending over and picking up your Dog sh*t. Yes, it's supposed to be humorous, but the fact that Chartfield at the bottom of the poster requesting this was completely "off brand". In summary: Kalkbaai is a lovely destination and Chartfield Guesthouse is definitely the type of place we will return to. It was a special occasion and we went for the Loft, but the other rooms may offer better value for money if you don't mind the view. We definitely recommend it.
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Eugene J - May 2023
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Puik ligging, maar parkering is 'n probleem. Heerlike, sonnige vertrekke met wonderlike uitsigte en baie goeie akkommodasie en snoesige, gemaklike beddens. Naby al die besienswaardighede en restaurante.
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Great location but parking is a problem. Lovely, sunny rooms with wonderful views and very good accommodation and cuddly, comfortable beds. Close to all the attractions and restaurants.
One gets an absolute cosmopolitan (European) feeling. This was our second visit and we will definitely stay there again. Their staff is not very accommodating. We went to a show on Sunday night and when we came back other guests wanted to buy a cup of coffee, but the young man on duty didn't want to bother. They pride themselves on "room service" with coffee to order in the morning, but the coffee was cold and when I asked for sugar I didn't get it. The TV set only has pay channels, such as Netflix and Amazon.
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Tim T - Jan 2023
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Great place.
Chartfield Guesthouse 's response
Thank you for the 5-stars which we are not. The toilet paper is eco friendly and should be a standard. We hope to see you back. Kind Regards, Florian
Leon D - Apr 2023
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Ons het een nag daar geslaap. Ons het die omgewing baie geniet en dit is 'n baie mooi gastehuis.
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We slept there one night. We really enjoyed the surroundings and it is a very nice guest house.
The guest house is neat and the people are professional. We have two complaints: It is bad that one cannot make coffee or tea for oneself in the room, this should be standard in guest house accommodation. We had no hot water to shower in the morning. Because we were in a hurry to eat and leave we didn't report it, especially since we only stayed there the one night. It was indeed a bad experience.
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Tanya P - May 2022
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Loved it.
Chartfield Guesthouse 's response
Hello Tanya,
We are so glad you had a great stay. We enjoyed having you and your mother stay with us and we look forward to welcoming you back in the near future
Kind Regards,
Joy-Lynne
Wessel D - Apr 2022
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Very relaxed stay with very friendly staff.
Annette S - Feb 2022
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Heerlik geslaap in 'n baie ruim kamer met 'n mooi uitsig en fantastiese ontbyt die volgende oggend.
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Had a wonderful sleep in a very spacious room with a nice view and fantastic breakfast the next morning.
Fantastic breakfast, spacious room with good facilities and a nice view over Kalkbaai's harbour. There are restaurants within easy walking distance, as well as friendly and helpful staff.
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Thank you very much for your lovely review.
We are glad to hear that you have enjoyed your stay.
It was a great pleasure hosting you and would love to see you sometime soon again.
Anne S - Feb 2022
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Excellent.
Elaine L - Jun 2022
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Ek het my 50ste verjaardag gevier in Kalkbaai en ek en 9 van my vriendinne het by die Chartfield Guesthouse oornag.
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I celebrated my 50th birthday in Kalkbaai and 9 of my girlfriends and I spent the night at the Chartfield Guesthouse.
I would definitely recommend the Chartfield guest house. We got good service, everything was neat and clean and generally I couldn't find anything wrong. The only thing I would like to mention is that we had fireplaces in our rooms, we were given boxes with thick logs, that's all. No thin wood, no blitz, no matches. We got back to the guest house very late after going out for dinner, it was cold and we had a terrible time getting the fire going. The other inconvenience was that we were a group of 10, I booked for 2 persons to sleep in a room. I booked 5 standard rooms which were all supposed to be the same so that there will be no distinction among the women. However, I got 2 standard rooms in the guest house itself, the other one was very far outside around the corner and then I got the family room with 2 rooms in and one bathroom for 4 people to share which was a bit uncomfortable. It was also very far apart. If I book 5 standard rooms in the future, that's exactly what I want and not other rooms that don't look at all like they do on the website.
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Marelise V - Apr 2022
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Dit was'n lekker kuier. Ek sal nie weer iemand bo my kop wil he wat 6:00 in die oggend op die houtvloer geraas maak nie. Die ontvangs van gastehuis was yskoud en deure wawyd oop al is daar 'n heerlike kaggel. Ek sou dink kaggel met sagte musiek sal ongelooflik goed vertoon. Die hout in die kamer was nat en daar was nie vuurhoutjies of vuuraanstekers nie, dit was onmoontlik om vuur te maak. Ek sal weer daar bly, maar dalk in somer en so kies dat ons nie gepla word deur boonste vloer se klanke nie.
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It was a nice visit. I wouldn't want someone over my head making noise on the wooden floor at 6:00 in the morning again. The guest house reception was ice cold and doors wide open even though there is a lovely fireplace. I would think fireplace with soft music would show amazingly well. The wood in the room was wet and there were no matches or fire lighters, it was impossible to start a fire. I would stay there again, but maybe in summer and choose so that we are not bothered by upstairs sounds.
I didn't like the idea of leaving extra money for washing dishes.
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Naomi V - Sep 2022
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Pragtige uitsig.
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Beautiful view.
It's a very nice place and our room had a lovely view of Kalkbaai and Valsbaai. It's a shame there are no coffee making facilities in the rooms.
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Chartfield Guesthouse 's response
Hi Naomi,
Thank you for your review. It was a pleasure to host you and we are glad you enjoyed the view.
That is correct, the rooms do not have any coffee-making facilities, however, we do offer complimentary tea or coffee brought up to your room in the mornings.
We look forward to seeing you soon again.
Sadie F - Oct 2021
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Heerlik, salig en presies wat ek nodig gehad het.
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Delicious, blissful and exactly what I needed.
Calm, friendly and helpful staff.
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Theresa B - Oct 2021
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Beste akkomodasie in Kalkbaai.
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Best accommodation in Kalkbaai.
Beautiful view. You can park your car and walk to the shops and eateries. Comfortable accommodation with very friendly staff.
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Thank you very much for your lovely review. We are glad to hear that you have enjoyed your stay and we look forward to seeing you sometime soon again.
Meagan T - Sep 2021
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The views are great, the staff are friendly.
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Thank you for the lovely review,
It was a great pleasure to host you and we look forward to welcoming you again soon!
Joanne P - Aug 2021
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Loved my stay. Thanks.
Ian V - Jul 2021
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Exceeded all expectations.
Jennifer S - Jun 2021
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Our warm welcome set the tone for the rest of our stay!
Chartfield Guesthouse 's response
Thank you very much for your lovely review, it was a great pleasure hosting you. We are glad to hear that you have enjoyed your stay and we look forward to seeing you sometime soon again.
Gabriël L - Jun 2021
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Besoek was te kort gewees!
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Visit was too short!
Very nice place with character and beautiful views (it is worth it to get the Deluxe unit), pleasant staff and it is walking distance from any attractions of interest in the area. Would like to go again.
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Roy M - May 2021
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Fantastiese skoon en gesellige gastehuis met pragtige uitsig.
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Fantastic clean and cozy guest house with a beautiful view.
Very welcome received. Room comfortable, clean and tidy. Wonderful view of harbor and sea. Nice restaurants, walking distance from guest house. Will definitely visit there again.
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Mariana V - Apr 2021
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Sal beslis weer kom.
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Will definitely come again.
Friendly staff, delicious coffee and breakfast, artistic layout.
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Joanne P - Mar 2021
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I had a great time.
Ertzart B - Mar 2021
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Heerlike naweekwegbreek met perfekte ligging, vriendelike personeel en pragtige gebou.
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Great weekend getaway with perfect location, friendly staff and beautiful building.
Everything within walking distance. Breakfast at the guest house is definitely a hit.
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Chartfield Guesthouse 's response
Thank you very much for your lovely review. We are glad to hear that you have enjoyed your stay and it was definitely a great pleasure to host you. We look forward to seeing you soon again.
Therine G - May 2021
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Prime spot.
Chartfield Guesthouse 's response
Thank you very much for your lovely review.
It was a great pleasure to have you as our guests and we look forward to seeing you soon again.
Walter S - May 2021
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Was heerlik en het pragtige uitsig oor Kalkbaai
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Was delicious and has a beautiful view of Kalk Bay
It was very nice, parking was only a problem.
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Suzanne S - Jul 2021
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Pragtige en gemaklike eenvoud.
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Beautiful and comfortable simplicity.
Lovely stay on a rainy Cape winter evening. Fresh bedding, comfortable bed, nice bathroom. Tafeltjie was very convenient to enjoy takeaway. Just one small thing, a two prong plug for phone chargers would have been nice, few people travel with them. Breakfast was absolutely lovely, view perfect. Will definitely recommend.
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Theresa B - Dec 2020
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In die hartjie van Kalkbaai.
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In the heart of Kalkbaai.
Conveniently located in Kalkbaai is the beautiful guest house with a breathtaking view. Friendly staff who just can't do enough for their guests. Spacious with private bathroom. Get some coffee in bed! Just walk down the steps to the main street. Highly recommended.
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Anneri H - Nov 2020
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The most wonderful place to stay, such hospitable staff, wonderful quality coffee!
Christel B - Aug 2020
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Fantasties!
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Fantastic!
So beautiful, neat and well located. Staff very friendly and helpful.
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Sue C - Jan 2020
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Excellent service, very friendly, great breakfast.
Tersia C - May 2019
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Kamer met see uitsig wonderlik.
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Room with sea view wonderful.
Very friendly and hospitable staff. Lovely hot water bags in the evening to keep us warm which was a great treat.
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Rene D - Apr 2019
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Wonderlikste wegbreek ooit.
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Most amazing getaway ever.
Chartfield Guesthouse is perfect, maybe put coffee in room.
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Elna V - Mar 2019
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Wonderlik.
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Wonderful.
Hospitality perfect choice for holiday rest.
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Chartfield Guesthouse 's response
Thank you very much for your review, Elna. We are glad to hear that you have enjoyed your stay and we are looking forward to seeing you sometime soon again.
Rosemary F - Aug 2019
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Beautiful view and worth the visit.
Chartfield Guesthouse 's response
Thank you for your lovely review. We are glad to hear that you have enjoyed your stay and we are looking forward to seeing you at Chartfield again!
Ignatia V - Jul 2019
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Mooi, stylvolle kamers.
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Beautiful, stylish rooms.
The location is very good for walking anywhere in Kalk Bay, nice rooms and good service. Will definitely stay there again!
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Lidwinia N - Dec 2018
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Very happy.
Geldenhuys C - Aug 2018
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Heerlike, gasvrye en netjiese verblyf en sal graag Chartfield aanbeveel en weer daarso bly.
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Lovely, hospitable and tidy accommodation and would be happy to recommend Chartfield and stay there again.
We enjoyed the stay very much. The room was clean and the staff was extremely hospitable. The location is amazing and a short walk from all the shops and restaurants. The breakfast was also delicious and the view over the sea is really beautiful. Will recommend.
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Riana E - Jun 2018
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Gerieflik, skoon en netjies. Vriendelike personeel en behulpsaam. Warmwatersak vir die koue en lekker koffie in die oggend.
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Comfortable, clean and tidy. Friendly staff and helpful. Hot water bag for the cold and nice coffee in the morning.
Friendly staff and helpful. Hot water bag for the cold and nice coffee in the morning, delivered to your room, is a nice treat.
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Helena S - Dec 2017
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Baie lekker.
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Very enjoyable.
The breakfast was very good, the towels in the bathroom were torn and we paid for Wi-Fi but it didn't work upstairs. The service was very good.
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Rouchelle S - Jul 2017
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Wonderlike gasvryheid in 'n mooi gastehuis.
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Wonderful hospitality in a beautiful guest house.
The view was lovely.
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Dear Rochelle,
Thank you for your review. We hare happy to hear you enjoyed your view and our hospitality. We hope to see you again in the near future.
Regards,
Suzette
Marenel P - Oct 2017
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Heerlike ontbyt.
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Delicious breakfast.
Delicious breakfast, complimentary extras. No indoor parking. Beautiful rooms and finish. What you see is what you get and more.
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HI Marenel,
Thank you very much for staying at Chartfield and for your review. We glad to hear that you have enjoyed your stay with us. We know parking is a problem in Kalk Bay but luckily most of the time you'll find parking in street of Chartfield and don't have to walk too far.
We hope to welcome you again soon and wish you all the best.
Kind regards,
Lisa
Danie G - Sep 2017
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Dit is nie die geld werd wat ons betaal het nie
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Not worth the money we paid.
For that price one would expect at least a bar fridge, kettle and more space. Parking is a big problem. The room was clean and neat, but not value for money.
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Chartfield Guesthouse 's response
Good day Danie,
Thank you very much for your review. Sorry that you were not happy at Chartfield Guesthouse.
We offer complimentary room service in the mornings from 7:15 am until 9 am every day. Guests also have the use of a guest fridge downstairs.
Unfortunately, parking is on a first come, first serve basis directly outside the Guesthouse, however, there is usually parking within 50m of the guest house as well as us providing security for vehicles.
Kind Regards,
Chartfield Guesthouse - management
Hans D - Dec 2017
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Ons sal eerder elders bly volgende keer.
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We would rather stay elsewhere next time.
No parking for your car - it's parked outside in the street without security. There are 8 doors and gates to open and close before reaching your room. No wonder they ask for a R1000 key deposit. They can easily consider DStv. The breakfast is excellent.
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Anonymous Guest - Dec 2016
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Had a nice stay, just a pity our room had not been serviced by 13:10. Otherwise friendly service from admin staff.
Kalkbaai see us again, but in different accommodation.
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Tamsyn M - Jul 2015
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We had a lovely time at Chartfield and will definitely go back!
Steph N - Jul 2015
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Excellent location!
Jacques V - May 2014
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Lekke!
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Leaks!
See the stars below.
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Pieter E - Jul 2014
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Waarde vir geld! Lekker snoesig. Krakende houtvloere.
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Value for money! Nice and cuddly. Creaking wooden floors.
See the stars below.
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Laetitia F - Apr 2014
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Dit was 'n heerlike gastehuis ... sal enige tyd weer daar bly.
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It was a lovely guest house...would stay there again anytime.
The staff were so friendly and helpful! Very calm. Beautifully located! Decor 10 out of 10. Everything was fresh! Delicious breakfast!
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Michelle G - Nov 2013
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'n Wonderlike gastehuis met wonderlike diens, wonderlike kamers en die beste, beste ontbyt!
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A wonderful guest house with wonderful service, wonderful rooms and the best, best breakfast!
The works of art etc. just add that extra bit of class and X factor! I will be back!
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Calvyn D - Aug 2013
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Great
Lynnette S - Aug 2013
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Beautiful location and stunning view + world class comforts - including a coffee machine!
Peter D - Sep 2010
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The guesthouse to stay in!
- Capacity: 36 people
- All ages welcome
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Check-in: 14:00 to 21:00
Check-out: 10:00 - Address: 30 Gatesville Road, Kalk Bay, Cape Town, 7975, Western Cape