Old Mac Daddy

–Excellent location - show map
+2 photos
Scored 8.7
Rated fabulous

Staff

9.5

Property highlights

You might be eligible for a Genius discount at Old Mac Daddy. To check if a Genius discount is available for your selected dates sign in.

Genius discounts at this property are subject to book dates, stay dates and other available deals.

About this property

Situated alongside a lake, Old Mac Daddy offers quirky accommodation in a variety of holiday homes and refurbished vintage trailers. There is also an outdoor swimming pool, a guest lounge and a restaurant and bar. Free WiFi access is available. The trailers each feature a unique, themed interior designed by a local artist. They also come with air conditioning, heating and a seating area. The holiday homes are decorated with soft, muted furnishings and an open-plan lounge and dining area. They include a well-equipped kitchen. The restaurant, The Barn, offers home-made meals for breakfast and lunch, as well as a seasonal dinner menu. Guests can relax by the pool or go fishing at the lake. Bikes are available for rent, and a children's playground can also be found on site. Activities such as aqua zorbing, archery and team building events can also be arranged. Old Mac Daddy is located Elgin, 15 km from the town of Grabouw. Gordon's Bay is 35 minutes' drive away and Cape Town International Airport can be reached in 1 hour by car.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
  • Free cot available on request

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

  • Top pick by families with children

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Buffet

  • Free parking available on-site

Sign in, save money

To see if you can save 10% or more at this property, sign in
Sign inCreate an account
Sign in, save money
 ! 

Please select one or more options you want to book

Availability

Prices converted to USD
We have no availability here between Tue 11 Nov 2025 and Fri 14 Nov 2025

Select different dates to see more availability

Checking for other dates
—
Room type
Number of guests
Price
Bedroom 1
1 double bed
Bedroom 2
1 double bed
Bedroom 3
2 single beds
Not available on our site for your dates
1 double bed
Not available on our site for your dates
1 double bed
Not available on our site for your dates
Bedroom 1
1 double bed
Bedroom 2
1 double bed
Bedroom 3
2 single beds
Living room
5 sofa beds
Not available on our site for your dates
1 double bed
or
2 single beds
Not available on our site for your dates
2 double beds
and
2 bunk beds
Not available on our site for your dates
4 single beds
and
2 double beds
Not available on our site for your dates
Bedroom 1
1 double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
Bedroom 3
2 single beds
Not available on our site for your dates
1 large double bed
Not available on our site for your dates
Something went wrong. Please try again later.
Something went wrong. Please try again later.
Something went wrong. Please try again later.
Something went wrong. Please try again later.
Something went wrong. Please try again later.
Something went wrong. Please try again later.
Something went wrong. Please try again later.
Something went wrong. Please try again later.
Something went wrong. Please try again later.
Limited supply in Botrivier for your dates: 1 lodge like this is already unavailable on our site

Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
Facilities
Cleanliness
Comfort
Value for money
Location
Free WiFi

Select topics to read reviews:

Guests who stayed here loved

Janine
South Africa South Africa
“Lovely pool and dam with lots for kids to do. Very child friendly accommodation Thank you”
Lee
South Africa South Africa
“The views were stunning, and the hot tub being pre-warmed for us was elite. The breakfasts in the morning were divine. Decor was perfect, bed was comfy and the sheets were clean and soft!”
Cassie
South Africa South Africa
“The breakfast was amazing and staff were friendly. Jason started heating the hottub before we got there and was super friendly. Nelson was kind and accommodating. The hike, SUP, Kayaking, Mountain biking and Beach bar is a must. The Intak tiny...”
Ondinaku
South Africa South Africa
“Really amazing , only issue was internet connections overall we had an amazing time”
Derryn
South Africa South Africa
“Loved the uniqueness of it…& all the kids activities! The staff were so lovely too!”
Melanie
South Africa South Africa
“Stunning location. We stayed in "Dreams" and it felt as if you were in the tree tops. Very relaxing and beautiful!”
Siham
South Africa South Africa
“Everything was perfect! The staff were all amazing!”
Nawaal
South Africa South Africa
“The Breakfast spread on Friday was excellent, especially loved the homemade bread. The location was perfect, it wasn't to far a drive and its a beautiful hidden gem. Loved that they accommodated different dietary requirements as well. Staff was...”
Ilke
South Africa South Africa
“At breakfast, they were able to accommodate dietary requirements that we forgot to inform them of prior to our stay. They went above and beyond with service and did everything possible to make us feel welcome and at home. Every single staff member...”
Selwyn
South Africa South Africa
“The unit surprised me by being better than expected.”

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
The Barn
  • Cuisine
    International
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Old Mac Daddy

Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
  • Free cot available on request

House rules

Old Mac Daddy takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 21:00
Check-out
From 08:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 1 year
Cot upon request
Free
2 years
Cot upon request
Free
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 350 per child, per night
3 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 350 per child, per night
16+ years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 500 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
VisaMastercard Cash is not accepted

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that requests for specifically themed trailers are not guaranteed and subject to availability.