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La
Bohème Guesthouse is a secluded TGCSA 5-star Retreat
of relaxed exquisite living, where the Kalahari 's fascinating
beauty meets with timeless elegance, refined ethnic style
and exotic inspirations
from faraway lands…
Situated
in a residential area, elevated on top of a hill and superbly
nestled in a vast lush tropical garden with endless views
of the Orange River Valley melting into the Kalahari semi-desert,
La Bohème Guesthouse offers luxury B&B and
Self Catering accommodation within less than 10 minutes
drive from Upington centre; principle town of the Green
Kalahari, in the Northern Cape Province of South Africa.
The
eclectic style of La Bohème is interpreted with
a harmonious combination of European, African and Oriental
influences. The essence of the décor, inspired
by the natural surroundings and indigenous elements, reflects
a subtle fusion of refined classic finishes and creative
artistic expressions. Color touches as vibrant as the
African sunsets add spice to the soft creamy and earthy
tones echoed throughout the property. Soothing water features,
relaxing music and delicate lighting emphasise the blissful
atmosphere of this haven
of privacy and peace.
Owner
and hostess Evelyne is Swiss.
English, French, (Swiss-)German, Italian and Hungarian
spoken.
A
warm welcome, a smile and a personalized service will
await you at La Bohème Guesthouse!
ACCOMMODATION
(3 rooms/units – total capacity: 10 pers.)
La
Bohème Guesthouse has two rooms in the residence
(Units No 1 and No 2 with optional additional bedroom
2b), as well as a Cottage (Unit No 3, separate from the
main building) which offers a fully equipped kitchenette.
Decorated and furnished with flair, meticulous attention
to detail and a personal signature, the three stylish
rooms/units of the Guesthouse feature a wide range of
amenities and modern facilities.
For
futher information about La Bohème's accommodation
range, please see chapter Rooms &
Rates
MEALS
- CATERING
The
delightful breakfast (buffet) is a memorable experience
in itself. It is usually served on the verandah overlooking
the garden and the Orange River Valley, or in the dining
room nearby the cozy fire place in winter. Several additional
breakfast options are available (picnic basket, champagne
brunch, breakfast served in room).
Daytime
snacks, afternoon tea with cake, sundowners, self-catering
option, braaï/barbecue areas.
For
other meals : restaurants, bistros, pubs, take-away places,
etc. available within 3 to 10 minutes drive from the Guesthouse.
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FACILITIES
ON THE PREMISES
- Bed and Breakfast
- Self-catering
- Mature lush garden (2500 m2)
- Swimming pool
- Braaï-barbecue areas (wood at disposal)
- Guest-lounge with international library
- Tourist information desk
- Contacts and information for guided tours
and safaris
- Fire place in main living/dining room
- Wireless Internet connection
- Fax service
- Laundry / Ironing
- Fenced off-street parking (partly covered)
- Credit card facilities
- English, French, (Swiss-)German, Italian,
Hungarian spoken
- Transfer to/from Upington town - centre
(by prior arrangement) |
NEARBY
- Airport (9 kms)
- Restaurants, shops (3-10 min. Drive)
- Casino, conference centre (3 min. Drive)
- Museum, monuments
- Cinema
- Wine tasting, farms
- River Cruise
- Golf, squash
- Care hire
- Canoeing, river rafting
- Hiking, biking
- Micro-lighting
- Quad-biking
- Game viewing
- Tours and safaris
- 4x4 Trails |
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CREDIT
CARDS ACCEPTED:
Visa,
MasterCard, American Express, Diners Club
ACCREDITATIONS
SINCE 8 CONSECUTIVE YEARS:
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TGCSA 5-Star B&B and Self-Catering establishment
- AA Quality Assured (grading “Superior”)
- Portfolio accredited (grading “Luxury”)
- GHASA member (Guesthouse Association of Southern Africa)
AWARDS & DIVERSE:
- Winner in 2010 at the South African "AA Travel
American Express
Accommodation Awards" and Finalist Highly
Commended in 2006,2007 and 2008, with additional
special mention in 2007 for "Pleople who go the extra
mile".
- Articles in Country Life Magazine, 4x4 Magazine, Tuin
Paleis,
Golf & wine Magazine (German), Open Magazine
(Swiss).
- Featured in “Greenwood Guide”, “Le
Petit Futé”, “Michelin Guide”,
“Fodor’s Guide”, "Merian
Guide", "ADAC" and "Getaway Guide
to Karoo, Namaqualand & Kalahari".
- Evelyne and her team are honored to also regularly welcome
at La Bohème
famous national and international personalities
from the political and artistic world.
LOCATION
- UPINGTON – KALAHARI
Set
on the banks of the life-giving Orange River, Upington
is centered on the Namakwari Route between Johannesburg
(795 km), Cape Town (890 km) and Namibia (120 km).
Located in the heart of the Green Kalahari (malaria-free
area), in the Northern Cape Province of South Africa,
Upington offers many attractive facets and discoveries
for nature-lovers and is an ideal place to stop-over on
the way to/from the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park (Kalahari
Gemsbok Park, 250km), Witsand Nature reserve (220 km),
the Augrabies Falls National Park (120km), Pella Mission
(264km), Springbok & Namaqualand (400km) or Namibia
(Border-post "Ariamsvlei / Nakop" at 120km).
TOURS & SAFARIS
Discover
with professional tour-guides the magic and the beauty
of the Kalahari, Namibia, Botswana and many other fascinating
destinations. Treat yourself with an unforgettable wildlife
experience.
- For more information please visit:
www.magicdesert.com
& www.tatamatata.co.za
INFO
/ RELATED SITES:
Other:
The Hideaway B&B - A charming Bed & Breakfast
Guest House in Swellendam, overberg,
Western Cape, N2, South Africa. Idyllic garden, beautiful
rooms, world - famous breakfasts and unrivalled hospitality.
More info: www.hideawaybb.co.za
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