Philippolis Accommodation at The Anker Bed & Breakfast Free State
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  • Property TypeGuest House/B&B
  • Guests16
  • Rooms/Units4

The Anker is a B&B with self catering option, providing accommodation in Philippolis for anyone visiting the Xhariep Region.

About The Anker

The Anker is situated in the province of the Free State. It is surrounded by lovely farms and mountains. Here you can switch off completely and forget about rush-hour traffic and deadlines. The tree-lined dirt roads, simple Karoo-style cottages and pomegranate and quince trees give The Anker a tranquil feel.

Self Catering Accommodation

There are three lovely self catering rooms each with their own private entrance. There are fabulous braai facilities, braai packs available on request and wood is provided.

Please see the individual room descriptions with photographs below, to assist you with your choice.

Breakfast

Breakfast and dinner is available on request.

Activities at Anker Guesthouse

Philippolis is a lovely village for those who want to escape from the city for a few days. Enjoy silence, closeness to nature, stargazing, birdwatching, no traffic, old-fashioned tranquility and friendliness in this beautiful Free State town.

25 fruit trees: peach, pear, apricot, plum, apple, grape, and pomegranate; in-season you are more than welcome to stroll down into the bottom garden and help yourself.

Things To Do In Philippolis:
• Philippolis JV Tigers (30km from PHS)
• NG Church 150 years old
• Oom Japie se huis (book & art shop)
• Kom ma in (tea garden)
• Swart skaap met wyn kelner (winery)
• Gun powder facility

Features you'll appreciate

  • parking
  • kitchen
  • kitchenette
  • wake up
    calls
providedonly in some rooms

In Room / Unit

  • Additional bed / mattress
  • Area information booklet
  • Bar fridge
  • Bathroom (en-suite)
  • Bathroom towels supplied
  • Bed linen supplied
  • Desk
  • DVD player
  • Heater(s)
  • Kitchen (fully equipped)
  • Kitchenette (semi-equipped)
  • Safe for valuables
  • Smoking: not allowed
  • Tea and coffee facilities

On Site

  • Child friendly (all ages)
  • Garden(s)
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Parking (off street)
  • Reception (24 hours)
  • Wake up calls
  • Wheelchair access

Rooms & Rates

Select your check-in and check-out dates to view availability and the rates applicable.

Sun Room

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Sun Room

Qty: 1
Sleeps: 6 guests (max 6 adults)
Children: from 0-18 years are allowed

The Sun Room is furnished with a double bed. The bathroom is equipped with a bathtub and shower, hand basin and WC. There is a kitchenette and a private entrance. Outside, guests have access to a patio and a small garden. There is also a braai area and a table under grapevines.

  • Additional bed / mattress  
  • Area information booklet  
  • Bar fridge  
  • Bathroom (en-suite)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • DVD player  
  • Heater(s)  
  • Kitchenette (semi-equipped)  
  • Safe for valuables  
  • Smoking: not allowed  
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Family Unit

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Family Unit

Qty: 1
Sleeps: 5 guests (max 5 adults)
Children: from 0-18 years are allowed

This family Unit consists of our Summer room and Sea room, each room has its own kitchenette and private bathroom, each with its own private entrance. There are two bedrooms and two bathrooms, one with a shower and the other with a bath.

  • Additional bed / mattress  
  • Area information booklet  
  • Bar fridge  
  • Bathroom (en-suite)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • DVD player  
  • Heater(s)  
  • Kitchenette (semi-equipped)  
  • Safe for valuables  
  • Smoking: not allowed  
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Karoo Room

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Karoo Room

Qty: 1
Sleeps: 3 guests (max 3 adults)
Children: from 0-18 years are allowed

Karoo Room is furnished with a two single beds and the en-suite bathroom is equipped with a shower, bath, hand basin and WC. The room has a small kitchenette and private entrance to room. There is a lovely stoep where you can sit and have a glass of wine and relax. Facilities include a ceiling fan, coffee and tea making facilities, microwave, non-smoking.

  • Additional bed / mattress  
  • Area information booklet  
  • Bar fridge  
  • Bathroom (en-suite)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • DVD player  
  • Heater(s)  
  • Kitchenette (semi-equipped)  
  • Safe for valuables  
  • Smoking: not allowed  
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Anker Room

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Anker Room

Qty: 1
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: from 0-18 years are allowed

Anker Room is furnished with a double bed and has an en-suite bathroom fitted with a shower, toilet and basin. The room has a kitchenette and a private entrance. Guests have access to a patio. There is also a braai area and a table under grapevines. Free parking is provided.

  • Additional bed / mattress  
  • Area information booklet  
  • Bar fridge  
  • Bathroom (en-suite)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • DVD player  
  • Heater(s)  
  • Kitchenette (semi-equipped)  
  • Safe for valuables  
  • Smoking: not allowed  
  • Tea and coffee facilities
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Take the Tour

The Anker
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Sun Room
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Need to Know

Response timeThe Anker typically responds to requests in 5-10 minutes.

Child policyChildren of all ages are welcome.

Check-in/-out timesCheck-in from 14h00
Check-out by 10h00

Payment methods accepted by the property EFT or secure online payment via SA-Venues.com

Host on SA-Venues.com for 10 years

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