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The Habit is a highly recommended guest house with self catering option, providing accommodation in Worcester for anyone visiting the Breede River Valley region.
About The Habit
This is a unique building in that it was home to the Secular Sisters of Schoonstadt (Catholic nuns) before being converted into a beautiful guest house. The serenity of The Habit, possibly due to all the prayers over a 60 year period, is added to by the high pressed ceilings, wooden floors and beds dressed in crisp white linen. Large verandahs and louvered shutters give a cooling effect in the long summer days.
A cozy lounge in winter with a fireplace is opened up in summer to let the cool shades of the garden in. An eye catching feature outdoors is a large fresh water swimming- pool set in the centre of an attractive country garden, abounding with the twitter of birds.
For those people who wish to do their own thing or like travelling with their animals, the two self catering garden cottages, Oak and Jacaranda, are ideal. Each has their own secure private garden if you do decide to bring “Boomer” on holiday! There are two resident dogs, “Chilli and Pepper”, Rhodesian Ridgebacks” who have learnt to open their home to other dogs, especially the guide dogs that come to stay.
ACCOMMODATION
The Guest House
The Habit guarantees the accreditation minimum standards required from the tourism industry and more than complies in certain areas. There are nine bedrooms altogether, three of which have twin beds and six with queen beds. All the rooms are en-suite most of which have a full bathroom and those that do not have a shower.
Some of the features are:
• Own private entrance
• Wi-Fi
• DStv (bouquet of channels)
• Tea and coffee making facilities
• Ceiling fans
• Hair dryer
• Secure off street parking
Self catering units
Oak and Jacaranda cottages are situated in the adjacent building to the guest house. They each consist of three bedrooms, two with double beds and one with a bunk bed, sleeping a maximum of six people. All linen and towels are provided as well as crockery and cutlery. The lounge has DStv (bouquet of channels).
Each unit has their own private garden which is secure. A portable braai and garden furniture make outside cooking easy and relaxed, weather permitting! Pets are welcome by prior arrangement only. The self catering units do not have use of the guest house facilities.
Secure off street parking is provided by the church across the road for a small donation per night.
BREAKFAST
Arrive hungry, a feast waits! Our buffet table offers a wide selection of cereals, fresh fruit, yoghurts, cheeses and home baked muffins. Fresh farm eggs are made to order with your choice of accompaniments. Bottomless pots of coffee, a variety of teas and jugs of fresh fruit juice complete this princely meal of the day.
Dinner is also available by prior arrangement. The dining area opens onto a lovely deck and on beautiful moonlit evenings there is nothing nicer than sitting outside and dining under the starry sky.
Children at The Habit
Children are allowed but we prefer that the guests rather book a self catering cottage, which is more private. Please note however that the establishment will not take responsibility for children who cannot swim and for their safety around the open swimming pool.
Features you'll appreciate
- swimming
pool - air-con
- wifi
- parking
- kitchen
- kitchenette
- braai / bbq
In Room / Unit
- Air-conditioning
- Area information booklet
- Bar fridge
- Bathroom (en-suite)
- Bathroom towels supplied
- Bed linen supplied
- Children: cot, highchair, etc.
- Cleaning materials supplied
- Clock radio
- Complimentary toiletries
- Desk
- Fan(s)
- Fireplace
- Hairdryer
- Heater(s)
- Internet connection (wireless)
- Iron / trouser press
- Kitchen (fully equipped)
- Kitchenette (semi-equipped)
- Mini- / courtesy bar
- Patio / verandah / balcony
- Smoking: not allowed
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Television (with satellite)
On Site
- Air-conditioning
- Child friendly (all ages)
- Complimentary newspapers
- Concierge
- Garden(s)
- Housekeeping (daily)
- Laundry service
- Parking (off street)
- Parking (undercover)
- Reception (business hours)
- Smoking: in demarcated areas
- Smoking: none indoors
- Swimming pool
- Wake up calls
Food & Drink
- Bar (honesty bar)
- Braai / barbeque (BBQ)
- Complimentary tea / coffee
- Restaurant / dining room
Internet
- Free Wi-Fi
Transfers
- Other transfers available
Languages Spoken
- English
- Afrikaans
- Dutch
- French
- Shona
- Xhosa
Rooms & Rates
Select your check-in and check-out dates to view availability and the rates applicable.
Jacaranda Cottage
Qty: 1
Sleeps: 8 guests (max 8 adults)
Children: from 0-18 years are allowed
Jacaranda Cottage is a four bedroom cottage furnished with a queen size bed, two double beds and two single beds. There is one bathroom fitted with a shower, toilet and basin. There is an open plan kitchen and lounge area with flat screen TV, DSTV and WIFI, secure off street parking. The cottage has a private garden with BBQ facilities
- Area information booklet
- Bar fridge
- Bathroom (en-suite)
- Bathroom towels supplied
- Bed linen supplied
- Clock radio
- Complimentary toiletries
- Desk
- Fan(s)
- Hairdryer
- Heater(s)
- Internet connection (wireless)
- Iron / trouser press
- Mini- / courtesy bar
- Smoking: not allowed
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Television (with satellite)
Oak Tree Cottage
Qty: 1
Sleeps: 6 guests (max 6 adults)
Children: from 0-18 years are allowed
Oak Tree Cottage is a three bedroom cottage furnished with one queen size bed, one double bed and two single beds. The cottage has one shared bathroom fitted with a shower, toilet and basin. There is an open plan kitchen and lounge area and a private garden with BBQ facilities. WIFI, DSTV and secure off street parking
- Area information booklet
- Bar fridge
- Bathroom (en-suite)
- Bathroom towels supplied
- Bed linen supplied
- Clock radio
- Complimentary toiletries
- Desk
- Fan(s)
- Hairdryer
- Heater(s)
- Internet connection (wireless)
- Iron / trouser press
- Mini- / courtesy bar
- Smoking: not allowed
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Television (with satellite)
Pepper Tree Cottage
Qty: 1
Sleeps: 5 guests (max 5 adults)
Children: from 0-18 years are allowed
Pepper Tree Cottage is a two bedroom cottage furnished with one with a double bed, one with two single beds, a third single bed can be placed in the living area. The shared bathroom is fitted with a shower, toilet and basin. There is an equipped kitchen and garden with BBQ facilities. Secure off street parking, DSTV and WIFI.
- Area information booklet
- Bar fridge
- Bathroom (en-suite)
- Bathroom towels supplied
- Bed linen supplied
- Clock radio
- Complimentary toiletries
- Desk
- Fan(s)
- Hairdryer
- Heater(s)
- Internet connection (wireless)
- Iron / trouser press
- Mini- / courtesy bar
- Smoking: not allowed
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Television (with satellite)
The Loft Apartment
Qty: 1
Sleeps: 3 guests (max 3 adults)
Children: from 0-18 years are allowed
The Loft apartment is furnished with a Queen Size bed and an en-suite bathroom with a shower, toilet and basin. There is a small kitchen area with coffee station and living area that opens on to a private balcony overlooking the garden and pool. Secure off street parking, offers DSTV and WIFI.
- Area information booklet
- Bar fridge
- Bathroom (en-suite)
- Bathroom towels supplied
- Bed linen supplied
- Clock radio
- Complimentary toiletries
- Desk
- Fan(s)
- Hairdryer
- Heater(s)
- Internet connection (wireless)
- Iron / trouser press
- Mini- / courtesy bar
- Smoking: not allowed
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Television (with satellite)
Room 1 Standard Queen Room
Qty: 1
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: from 0-18 years are allowed
Beautiful Street facing room furnished with a Queen Size bed and en-suite bathroom fitted with a shower and a bath, toilet and basin. Secure off street parking is offered, the room also has a flat screen TV with DSTV and complementary WIFI, air conditioning and coffee station.
- Area information booklet
- Bar fridge
- Bathroom (en-suite)
- Bathroom towels supplied
- Bed linen supplied
- Clock radio
- Complimentary toiletries
- Desk
- Fan(s)
- Hairdryer
- Heater(s)
- Internet connection (wireless)
- Iron / trouser press
- Mini- / courtesy bar
- Smoking: not allowed
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Television (with satellite)
Room 2 Standard King/Twin Room
Qty: 1
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: from 0-18 years are allowed
This street facing room is furnished with a king bed or two twin beds and an en-suite bathroom fitted with a shower, toilet and basin. Off street parking is offered, the room also has a flat screen TV with DSTV and complementary WIFI and coffee station.
- Area information booklet
- Bar fridge
- Bathroom (en-suite)
- Bathroom towels supplied
- Bed linen supplied
- Clock radio
- Complimentary toiletries
- Desk
- Fan(s)
- Hairdryer
- Heater(s)
- Internet connection (wireless)
- Iron / trouser press
- Mini- / courtesy bar
- Smoking: not allowed
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Television (with satellite)
Room 3 Standard King/Twin Room
Qty: 1
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: from 0-18 years are allowed
Room 3 is furnished a King-size bed or two twin beds and an en-suite bathroom fitted with a shower and a bath, toilet and basin. The room opens in the main house, offers a flat screen TV, DStv, complementary Wi-Fi and coffee set up. Secure off street parking is available.
- Area information booklet
- Bar fridge
- Bathroom (en-suite)
- Bathroom towels supplied
- Bed linen supplied
- Clock radio
- Complimentary toiletries
- Desk
- Fan(s)
- Hairdryer
- Heater(s)
- Internet connection (wireless)
- Iron / trouser press
- Mini- / courtesy bar
- Smoking: not allowed
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Television (with satellite)
Room 4 Standard King/Twin Room
Qty: 1
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: from 0-18 years are allowed
Beautiful Street facing room furnished with King Size or Twin beds and en-suite bathroom fitted with a shower and a bath, toilet and basin. Secure off street parking is offered, the room also has a flat screen TV with DSTV and complementary WIFI and a coffee station.
- Area information booklet
- Bar fridge
- Bathroom (en-suite)
- Bathroom towels supplied
- Bed linen supplied
- Clock radio
- Complimentary toiletries
- Desk
- Fan(s)
- Hairdryer
- Heater(s)
- Internet connection (wireless)
- Iron / trouser press
- Mini- / courtesy bar
- Smoking: not allowed
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Television (with satellite)
Room 5 Deluxe King/Twin Room
Qty: 1
Sleeps: 3 guests (max 3 adults)
Children: from 0-18 years are allowed
Street facing room furnished with a king size or two twin beds, sleeper couch and en-suite bathroom fitted with a shower and bath, toilet and basin. The room offers air conditioning, a flat screen TV, DSTV, Complementary WIFI and a coffee station. Secure off street parking is available.
- Area information booklet
- Bar fridge
- Bathroom (en-suite)
- Bathroom towels supplied
- Bed linen supplied
- Clock radio
- Complimentary toiletries
- Desk
- Fan(s)
- Hairdryer
- Heater(s)
- Internet connection (wireless)
- Iron / trouser press
- Mini- / courtesy bar
- Smoking: not allowed
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Television (with satellite)
Room 6 Pool Facing King/Twin Room
Qty: 1
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: from 0-18 years are allowed
Room 6 is furnished with one king size or two twin beds and an en-suite bathroom fitted with a shower and bath, toilet and basin. Room opens on the back terrace and garden and offers secure off street parking. The room is equipped with a coffee station, air conditioning a flat screen TV, DSTV and WIFI.
- Area information booklet
- Bar fridge
- Bathroom (en-suite)
- Bathroom towels supplied
- Bed linen supplied
- Clock radio
- Complimentary toiletries
- Desk
- Fan(s)
- Hairdryer
- Heater(s)
- Internet connection (wireless)
- Iron / trouser press
- Mini- / courtesy bar
- Smoking: not allowed
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Television (with satellite)
Room 7 Pool Facing King/Twin Room
Qty: 1
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: from 0-18 years are allowed
This pool facing room is air conditioned and furnished with one king or two twin size beds and an en-suite bathroom with a shower, toilet and basin. There is DSTV, complementary WIFI, coffee station and secure off street parking available.
- Area information booklet
- Bar fridge
- Bathroom (en-suite)
- Bathroom towels supplied
- Bed linen supplied
- Clock radio
- Complimentary toiletries
- Desk
- Fan(s)
- Hairdryer
- Heater(s)
- Internet connection (wireless)
- Iron / trouser press
- Mini- / courtesy bar
- Smoking: not allowed
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Television (with satellite)
Room 8 Pool Facing King/Twin Room
Qty: 1
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: from 0-18 years are allowed
This room with a private patio in the back garden is furnished with one king size or two twin beds and an en-suite bathroom fitted with a shower, toilet and basin. Rooms are equipped with air conditioning, flat screen TV, DSTV, complimentary WIFI and a coffee station, secure off street parking.
- Area information booklet
- Bar fridge
- Bathroom (en-suite)
- Bathroom towels supplied
- Bed linen supplied
- Clock radio
- Complimentary toiletries
- Desk
- Fan(s)
- Hairdryer
- Heater(s)
- Internet connection (wireless)
- Iron / trouser press
- Mini- / courtesy bar
- Smoking: not allowed
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Television (with satellite)
Room 9 Superior Pool Facing King/Twin Room
Qty: 1
Sleeps: 3 guests (max 3 adults)
Children: from 0-18 years are allowed
This luxurious room offers a sitting area and opens on the pool and garden, the room is furnished with a King Size bed or two twin beds, a sleeper couch and an en-suite bathroom fitted with a shower, toilet and basin. Secure off street parking, flat screen TV, DSTV, WIFI, coffee station and air conditioning.
- Area information booklet
- Bar fridge
- Bathroom (en-suite)
- Bathroom towels supplied
- Bed linen supplied
- Clock radio
- Complimentary toiletries
- Desk
- Fan(s)
- Hairdryer
- Heater(s)
- Internet connection (wireless)
- Iron / trouser press
- Mini- / courtesy bar
- Smoking: not allowed
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Television (with satellite)
Take the Tour
Guest Reviews
6 Reviews from SA-Venues.com travellers. All reviews are verified.
Verified review
Nice and quite, the Habit is situated very near to all the restaurants and the casino. Rooms are spacious and clean.
September 2020
Ian C. (Goodwood)
Verified review
An ideal guest house. Comfortable and relaxed. Great service and very friendly staff. Lovely homecooked evening meals. Great location and secure. Without question an establishment to visit again.Would recommend for both the business and pleasure traveller.
July 2012
Martin Cooper (Johannesburg)
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Need to Know
Response timeThe Habit typically responds to requests in 5-10 minutes.
Child policyChildren of all ages are welcome.
Please see notes.
Closest airport(s)Cape Town International - 110km
Check-in/-out timesCheck-in from 14h00
Check-out by 10h00
Payment methods accepted by the property Visa, Mastercard, EFT or secure online payment via SA-Venues.com
Host on SA-Venues.com for 14 years
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