Van Zylsvlei

Van Zylsvlei B and B is perfectly positioned just 6 km north of Colesberg, conveniently located on the right-hand side of the N1 highway. Our enchanting bed and breakfast is set on a charming small farm offering a safe haven for a tranquil overnight experience, ensuring parents have peace of mind while their children indulge in endless outdoor adventures amidst expansive open spaces. Escape the hustle and bustle of town and relish in the serenity and bliss of our picturesque location.

Discover ultimate comfort in our Thatched Rondawel or Family Room, both exquisitely designed and equipped with luxurious en-suite bathrooms. For those seeking a more adventurous stay, we proudly offer six powered caravan stands as well as ample space for a delightful overnight camping experience. Savor delectable breakfast and dinner offerings in our delightful dining room, and be sure not to miss the mouthwatering lamb dishes that are simply irresistible. Warm up by our cozy fireplace in the spacious lounge during the winter months, creating the perfect ambience for relaxation and enjoyment. Quench your thirst and unwind at our popular bar or take a refreshing dip in our inviting swimming pool after a long journey.

If you're an avid hunter, look no further. Van Zylsvlei is your ultimate gateway to an extraordinary hunting experience, conveniently situated just opposite the road. Delight in our hospitable and welcoming Karoo atmosphere, as your hosts Deon and Annalie Dhne go above and beyond to ensure your stay is nothing short of unforgettable. Come, revel in the tranquility and seclusion that awaits you. Book your stay at Van Zylsvlei B and B today, and allow us to exceed your expectations with our exceptional service. Breakfast is now available at the irresistible price of R60.

Kindly note that rates for children under the age of 13 are subject to change, and we kindly advise guests to request the appropriate tariffs to ensure a seamless and enjoyable experience.

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Reviews

  • "Gasvryheid uit die boonste rakke!"

    23 April 2017

    "Ons het baie laat by akkommodasie aangekom met karavaan. Die ontvangs het sommer rondawel beskikbaar gestel sodat ons nie nog moes omry na karavaanpark. Heerlike ontbyt!"

  • "Very pleasant"

    16 October 2013

    "Very pleasant. Rooms spotless. Food good. Friendly owners. What more could you want"

  • "Basic but lovely"

    07 June 2013

    "We arrived at Van Zylsvlei on a cold winter's night and were met with a warm plate of food, a cozy room with a heater and hot water for a bath. We were traveling with our 4 month old son and the owner was more than happy to get his bottles washed and sterilised for us and on the whole this was a wonderful stay. It was fairly basic but had everything you could need for an overnight stay. I would stay here again."

  • "Bossie"

    07 January 2013

    "We had a great one night stop over found the place spotless the dinner was awesome just sorry we had to leave again so early in the morning. My grand daughter had a ball seeing the buck and helping to feed the baby calf. I will definetly stop over again and recommend it to family and friends. Thank you."

  • "Nice"

    21 September 2012

    "Room comfortable. Very quiet and a nice breakfast."

  • "Pragtig"

    21 May 2012

    "Gerieflike pragtige oornag verblyf - met pragtige linne! Perfekte pet-friendly akkommodasie. Kan dit verseker aanbeveel."

  • "Charming"

    01 January 2012

    "Set within lovely surroundings and the food was great."

  • "Fantastic surprise"

    18 July 2011

    "After an unpleasant overnight stay at another venue in Colesberg on the way down to Grahamstown we were very worried about what to expect from our overnight stay booked at Van Zylsvlei on the return trip. We need not have worried. With a warm reception (by both the receptionist and the dogs), warm and clean room, hot water and extremely friendly service, we could not have been happier. We would definitely stay again and recommend to others."

  • "Enjoyable"

    16 July 2011

    "Very enjoyable stay. Reception friendly and dinner and breakfast was super! We would have loved to spend some time in front of the fire, but due to gas shortages, it was not possible."

  • "Personal and friendly"

    12 July 2010

    "The service was very personal and friendly. The kind you only get when the actual owners are running the place themselves. We felt very welcome and wish we could have stayed longer."

  • "Lovely experience"

    06 April 2010

    "Annelie and Deon very friendly and hospitable hosts.Accommodation very comfortable and just what was required after the drive from Johannesburg. Been to van Zyls Vlei on numerous occasions and the experience of stopping over there just get better and better.Even in the middle of a Karoo thunder storm power failure Annelie and Deonserved the dinnerwithout any problems.Quite an experience having dinner by oil lamp just as it would have served in days gone by.Well done Annelie and Deon look forward to seeing you on our next trip to Johannesburg."

  • "Recommended"

    29 March 2010

    "Relaxing, quiet!!!"

  • "Enjoyable"

    25 March 2010

    "We enjoyed our stay tremendously. Warm reception and great food! "

  • "Recommended"

    23 March 2010

    "Nice rondavels, quiet and safe place. Real value for money.Will stay there again and recommend to my friends."

  • "Karoo Hospitality"

    23 March 2010

    "Real Karoo hospitality and tranquillity.We enjoyed our stay very much"

  • "Recommended"

    16 February 2010

    "We had a wonderful stay at van Zylsvlei."

  • "Lovely overnight stay!"

    25 January 2010

    "We will definitely be staying over again, on our next trip!!!"

  • "Overnight stop"

    17 January 2010

    "An ideal overnight stop between Durban (or Johannesburg) and Cape Town.The Eskom power outage was well managed and did not cause undue inconvenience."

  • "Our stay at Van Zyls Vlei"

    08 January 2010

    "Very warm welcome by wonderful hosts. Spotlessly clean and everything one needs after a long trip. Delicious home cooked meals. Very tranquil and peaceful surrounds. We will definitely be back again. Many thanks. Lynn & Uwe Brammer - Amanzimtoti, Kwa Zulu Natal."

  • "Our stay at Van Zyls Vlei"

    08 January 2010

    "Very warm welcome by wonderful hosts. Spotlessly clean and everything one needs after a long trip.Delicious home cooked meals.Very tranquil and peaceful surrounds. We will definitely be back again. Many thanks. Lynn & Uwe Brammer - Amanzimtoti, Kwa Zulu Natal."

  • "Good value for money."

    06 January 2010

    "Charming hosts, well organised, clean and comfortable accommodation, enjoyable meals, quiet and restful environment."

  • "Good value for money."

    06 January 2010

    "Charming hosts, well organised, clean and comfortable accommodation, enjoyable meals, quiet and restful environment. "

  • "Recommended"

    09 September 2009

    "Clean, comfortable, very peaceful and restful, Friendly service by owner Dion."

  • " Aandete en ontbyt was heerlik!"

    18 July 2009

    "Annelie is �n uitstekende, vriendelike en borrelende gasvrou.Die akkommodasie was gerieflik en het in ons behoeftes voorsien,(al was dit die koudste tyd van die jaar in Colesberg!!), aandete en ontbyt was heerlik!"

  • "Baie vriendelik"

    08 January 2009

    "Ons gesin- totaal van 9 volwassenes en 6 kinders,- het aldaar oorgebly op 2/01/2009. Die ontvangs was baie vriendelik en die swembad het lekker verligting gebring na 'n lang dag se reis.Hoewel die kamers basies is, het dit voldoen aan die vereistes.'n Heerlike boere ete teen 'n baie billike prys is smaakvol voorgesit en is baie geniet. Baie dankie vir die vriendelike ontvangs deur beide Deon en Analie. "

  • "Very pleasant stay."

    26 November 2008

    "The staff were hospitable and friendly and the dinner was enjoyable."

  • "Very pleasant stay. "

    26 November 2008

    " The staff were hospitable and friendly and the dinner was enjoyable. "

  • "Pet Friendly"

    15 September 2008

    "Comfortable & relaxing.I was particularly happy that my dog was made welcome"

  • "Pet Friendly"

    15 September 2008

    "Comfortable & relaxing.I was particularly happy that my dog was made welcome"

  • "Thank you for a lovely experience!"

    25 July 2008

    "We were a group of 17 conference goers who needed last minute instructions to reach the place, and were directed with friendliness. Annelie and Deon were most helpful and we thoroughly enjoyed a dinner (with pudding) we slept well and appreciated the wonderful Karoo morning."

  • "Baie geniet"

    21 July 2008

    "Ek en my pas getroude vrou het die verblyf by Van Zyls Vlei baie geniet. Baie dankie vir julle gasvryeid en behulpsaamheid. "

  • "Great service, good stay"

    08 July 2008

    "What really impressed me was the time it took for the hostess to get back to us after booking online. It was 19:30 or later and it only took a couple of minutes to book our reservation online with her. The stay was also really great and I was glad to see that we were allowed to bring our pets along."

  • "Enjoyable"

    20 April 2008

    "Only stayed over night , but enjoyed our short time there.Hosts were friendly and accommodating ."

  • "Enjoyed our stay"

    15 April 2008

    "Really enjoyed it. Thank you very much for the hospitality! will be back!!!"

  • "Very good"

    10 March 2008

    "Our hosts were very friendly and made us feel very welcome, we recommend the food, it was really good.Nothing was too much for our hosts!! We only stayed 1 night but would definitely stay there again if we travel through the Karoo!!"

  • "Very friendly hosts."

    15 January 2008

    "Very satisfied with the accommodation and food."

  • "A great relaxed stay"

    09 January 2008

    "The place was clean, comfy, quiet and the hosts friendly and helpful. Dinner was excellent Karoo lamb and Malva pudding !"

  • "Enjoyed"

    08 January 2008

    "We enjoyed the stay especially my girls.There was a nice open garden where they played volleyball with their dad, while I relaxed and enjoyed the quiteness"

  • "We had a great stay"

    07 January 2008

    " -compliments to the new owners "

  • "Good"

    05 January 2008

    "Good place to stop over - stayed one night"

  • "Good"

    01 January 2008

    "Friendly, nice and clean. "

  • "Enjoyable"

    28 December 2007

    "We enjoyed our stay at this establishment."

  • "Value for money"

    24 December 2007

    "Very pleasant. Comfortable beds. Real value for money."

  • "Value for money"

    24 December 2007

    "Very pleasant.Comfortable beds.Real value for money."

  • "Recommended"

    27 November 2007

    "I was well received in a very homely type of establishment. The hosts and staff are very friendly and accommodating and the stay was enjoyable. I made use of the facility again on my return from Cape Town because I had enjoyed the stay there and was welcomed even though at short notice and arriving at a later hour. Despite the lateness of the hour, I was also provided with a meal as requested."

  • "Recommended"

    27 November 2007

    "I was well received in a very homely type of establishment. The hosts and staff are very friendly and accommodating and the stay was enjoyable. I made use of the facility again on my return from Cape Town because I had enjoyed the stay there and was welcomed even though at short notice and arriving at a later hour. Despite the lateness of the hour, I was also provided with a meal as requested. "

  • "Many thanks"

    08 July 2007

    "Have just returned from an SA-wide tour.Van Zylsvlei was our first stop and measured up very well against all the B&B's we stayed in and significantly better than some!Many thanks to Annalie for attention to detail and a genuine concern for our comfort and pleasure.Would recommend this facility to anyone."

  • "Enjoyed stay"

    02 July 2007

    "We were very comfortable and enjoyed the breakfast. Will use again for over night from Cape to Gauteng."

  • "Perfect oasis"

    28 June 2007

    "Arrived late in the dark and left early in the dark. All arrangements worked out fine. Perfect oasis on trip from KZN to Cape. Comfortable, quiet, warm and reasonably priced."

  • "Overnight May 19 2007"

    25 May 2007

    "A very WARM welcome at reception from Annalie. The room, although basic, was very comfortable apart from sagging bed. Great country atmosphere with good food and friendly barman(Deon). Will definitely use this stop-over again. "

  • "Stay at van Zyl"

    08 May 2007

    "It was wonderful.The food the room were excellent and We got a very friendly welcome"

  • "Very good"

    19 April 2007

    "Annalie was very hospitable."

  • "Feedback on stay"

    14 March 2007

    "Experience was friendly and efficient. Perhaps better signage to bar facilities?Also the exit road North does not say "To N1" which would give more confidence when turning onto gravel road (I understand this is a municipal not B&B issue) I have already recommended to a friend who is travelling on 28th March."

  • "Great to overnight on your way to Cape Town"

    15 January 2007

    "Van Zyl's is a great place to overnight on your way to Cape Town. The food is very traditional and very tasty."

  • "Stay-over"

    08 January 2007

    "The experience at Van Zylsvlei was excellent from start to finish. We arrived late at night, and arrangements were made for our late check-in. The accommodation, although basic, is neat and tidy and the Rondavel offers a unique experience. "

  • "Good value"

    06 January 2007

    "The hosts were friendly and helpful and made our stay as pleasant as possible, compensating to a large extent for the fairly basic facilities eg no TV in one of our rooms. However, at the price, we got good value and would definitely consider staying there again."

  • "Good value"

    06 January 2007

    "The hosts were friendly and helpful and made our stay as pleasant as possible, compensating to a large extent for the fairly basic facilities eg no TV in one of our rooms. However, at the price, we got good value and would definitely consider staying there again."

  • "THANKS!"

    02 January 2007

    "Baie dankie vir jul vriendelikheid, die kos was baie lekker, die kamer is gerieflik genoeg vir oorslaap alhoewel die bed minder gerieflik was, (het met seer rug opgestaan) ons sou 'n TV in die kamer waardeer het as deel van die pakket.In die algemeen voldoen aan vereistes net vir 'n gewone oorslaap."

  • "THANKS!"

    02 January 2007

    "Baie dankie vir jul vriendelikheid, die kos was baie lekker, die kamer is gerieflik genoeg vir oorslaap alhoewel die bed minder gerieflik was, (het met seer rug opgestaan) ons sou 'n TV in die kamer waardeer het as deel van die pakket. In die algemeen voldoen aan vereistes net vir 'n gewone oorslaap."

  • "Lovely setting"

    21 April 2006

    "Yes we enjoyed our stay thank you - room was lovely and clean - plenty of space - will definitly call again.Lovely setting."

  • "Lovely setting"

    21 April 2006

    "Yes we enjoyed our stay thank you - room was lovely and clean - plenty of space - will definitly call again.Lovely setting."

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