Housemartin Guest Lodge

Property class: 3.5

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Located close to De Rust Memorial Church and Nederduitse Gereformeerde Church, Housemartin Guest Lodge provides a terrace, a garden, and a library. Adventurous travelers may like the horseback riding at this guesthouse. In addition to laundry facilities and conference space, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
The current price is AED 265
AED 305 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct

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A neatly made bed with white and purple pillows, a wooden headboard, and a bedside table with a lamp.

Room 1

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Two single beds with matching headboards and pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a small wooden nightstand with books.

Room 6

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A neatly arranged bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a chair.

Luxury Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A bathroom with a sink, mirror, window, shower, and towel rack.

Room 9 - Wheelchair Friendly Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, two bedside tables with lamps, and a nightstand with a magazine.

Room 2

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room 3

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A neatly made bed with patterned bedding, two bedside lamps, and a wooden headboard.

Room 5

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Two single beds with matching headboards and pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a small wooden nightstand with books.

Room 7

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  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A neatly arranged hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a wooden headboard, and zebra-themed pillows.

Room 8

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Two single beds with matching headboards and pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a small wooden nightstand with books.

Room 10

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Two single beds with matching headboards and pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a small wooden nightstand with books.

Room 11

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Two single beds with matching headboards and pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a small wooden nightstand with books.

Room 12

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in De Rust, Housemartin Guest Lodge is in the historical district and in the mountains. Cango Wildlife Ranch is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Meiringspoort and Cango Caves. De Rust Memorial Church and Nederduitse Gereformeerde Church are two other places to visit that come recommended. Explore all the area has to offer with mountain biking, hiking/biking trails, and cave exploring. Visit our De Rust travel guide
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6 Kerk Street, De Rust, Western Cape, 6650

What's nearby

  • A desert landscape with a body of water, mountains in the background, and a group of camels.
    Buffelsdrift Game Lodge
    50 min drive - 54.5 km
  • De Rust Memorial Church
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Nederduitse Gereformeerde Church
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Cango Wildlife Ranch
    40 min drive - 46.6 km
  • Safari Ostrich Show Farm
    42 min drive - 51.0 km

Restaurants

  • Pluim Eatery
    3 min walk
  • The Plough Restaurant
    2 min walk
  • The Grumpy Goat
    3 min walk
  • Kaalgat Kudu
    9 min walk
  • Ray's Coffee Shop and Diner
    3 min walk

About this property

Housemartin Guest Lodge

  • Guesthouse near De Rust Memorial Church
  • Located close to Nederduitse Gereformeerde Church, Housemartin Guest Lodge provides a terrace, a garden, and a library. Active travelers can enjoy horseback riding at this guesthouse. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities and conference space.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • An outdoor pool
    • Free self parking
    • Continental breakfast (surcharge), barbecue grills, and smoke-free premises
    • A 24-hour front desk, a TV in the lobby, and a front-desk safe
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms are individually decorated, and boast comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and separate sitting areas.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • 12 bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
    • Balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and separate sitting areas

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Frequently asked questions

Does Housemartin Guest Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Housemartin Guest Lodge?

As of 24 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Housemartin Guest Lodge on 25 October 2026 start from AED 265, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Housemartin Guest Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Housemartin Guest Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Housemartin Guest Lodge?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Housemartin Guest Lodge located?

Situated in the historical district, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of De Rust Memorial Church and Nederduitse Gereformeerde Church. Meiringspoort and Cango Wildlife Ranch are also within 25 mi (40 km).

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Reviews

Housemartin Guest Lodge Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 9 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay!

I only stayed one night but this place was excellent and I will definitely be back. Super warm and friendly welcome, and excellent communication in advance of arrival. Room was clean, comfortable, quiet, set in a beautiful property. The sherry in the room was a cherry on the top of all this! Thoroughly recommend for anyone looking to stay in the area or passing through.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A very warm welcome.

We enjoyed our stay in this guest house. The owners provided a very warm welcome. The room was clean, comfortable and spacious. the local area is scenically beautiful.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A gem of a guesthouse in De Rust

Stayed at House Martin while visiting relatives and it turned out to be a wonderful choice. Room was exactly as described - clean and very comfortable. We also booked two breakfasts and an evening meal and all were first class. Jan and Theresa couldn't have been more friendly and welcoming and if we're ever back in De Rust we'll definitely stay with them again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
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2/10 Terrible

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

The worst hotel I have ever stayed at

Without doubt the worst hotel I have ever stayed at. The owners are beyond rude, aggressive and unprofessional. The accommodation is tatty, scruffy and dirty. The photos are a total fraud - the place looks nothing like the pictures which must have been taken 20 years ago. They have a huge and very aggressive dog that attacked us when we arrived and tried to get out of the car and which roamed the property all the time growling and showing its teeth while the owner shouted and screamed at it to stop. When I asked why they had such a huge and aggressive dog they told me the area was extremely dangerous and this was reinforced by the fact that all the lamp posts had signs about beggers and muggings and you one was literally terrified to leave the property for fear of being mugged or murdered. I'm afraid I cannot find a singe good thing to say about Housemartin Lodge and my very strong advice would be NOT TO STAY HERE under any circumstances.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good spot for overnight stop

Quaint old Karoo rooms nicely renovated. Safe parking and a lovely pool. No food but it’s a few steps away to local cafe.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Housemartin oasis in De Rust

After the usual hectic family Christmas season, my family needed some peace and quiet in the countryside, without giving up any creature comforts, and it being December, a pool and aircon were not negotiable. Just as well - De Rust greeted us with 43 degrees on check in, so the pool came into use in short time. The rooms are large, modern, and each individually decorated. The gardens are lush and well cared for. Housemartin is a genuine oasis in the Karoo dessert. The pool srea has a fridge for your perishables and offers gas, weber and wood braai facilities. Firewood starters and necessary tools are provided free of charge. Alert your hots that you wish to braai, and they provide plates, cutlery and even salad dressing as a braai pack - all on the house! Your hosts Theresa and Jan Venter are friendly without being obtrusive, and a wealth of knowledge about things to do and see in the area. In your room you will find a daily supply of teas and bodem coffee (not that packet rubbish), as well as a carafe of sherry tp takes the edge off the day. A highly recommended stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2017
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Sehr schönes B&B im ländlichen Stiel ca. 1920

Sehr nette Gastgeber alles sauber und ein schön gepflegter Garten. Kann es gut weiter empfehlen.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2018