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Revive the "Old Lady" - 06Jun19

Posted by Yves on Thu June 6, 2019 in Revive the "Old Lady".

The reconstruction has started.

Revive the "Old Lady" - 13May19

Posted by Yves on Mon May 13, 2019 in Revive the "Old Lady".

For the first time in 8 weeks, we have the feeling that things are moving forward. An architect with heritage experience has taken the matter into her own hands, and with clear instructions, she is leading the way forward. We finally have a Project Manager!

Revive the "Old Lady" - 18Apr19

Posted by Yves on Thu April 18, 2019 in Revive the "Old Lady".

The cleaning process is done!

Revive the "Old Lady" - 10 April 2019

Posted by Yves on Wed April 10, 2019 in Revive the "Old Lady".

More than 3 weeks after the blaze, and after all the frustrating insurance paper work, the long process of rejuvenating the “Old Lady” can finally commence.

Revive the "Old Lady"

Posted by Yves on Thu March 28, 2019 in Revive the "Old Lady".

Ten days after the disaster, not much has been achieved operationally. We’re in the middle of the admin process. But as much as it can be rather frustrating, it’s the first unavoidable step towards the long process that lies ahead of us.

Following what was suggested by some of our guests and friends, we’ve opened an online funding box. Up to you to contribute by clicking on "I contribute" at the bottom on this page. Please share.

Thanks to all for your valued support!

Guest Reviews

Our family (5) visiting from the US stayed at the Carmichael Guesthouse while in Cape Town. Hotel staff were very professional, helpful and organized from our initial booking and throughout our stay. Hotel organized a driver to collect us from the airport. Room was very nice and comfortable, very good breakfast, hotel was quiet and in good location. Recommend and would definitely stay here again.

- Bruce L

Scottsdale, United States
Thank you again for a great stay. As usual professional and friendly service by the team! You will see me again. The victorian style guesthouse is beautiful. Rooms classy and comfortable. Breakfast is perfect. Host and hostess (owners) became friends.

- Jacques M

Mokopane, South Africa
We very much enjoyed our stay at Carmichael Guesthouse; the room was spacious and comfortable, the breakfasts in the sunny conservatory excellent. This is close enough to the center of the city to be convenient, away from the noise and bustle. We were able to walk to an excellent restaurant and the guesthouse is near to the Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden.

- Mary Y

Oxford, United Kingdom
Clean, relaxing and efficient. Lovely breakfast and incredibly friendly staff. I strongly recommend staying here for business or pleasure. Room was spacious and comfortable, wifi was fast and the gardens are lovely.

- Gabrielle C

Johannesburg, ZA