Location: South Africa » Northern Cape » Green Kalahari » Namaqualand » UpingtonLa Boheme Guesthouse B&BLa Boheme Guesthouse B&BDescription La Bohème Guesthouse is a secluded oasis of exquisite relaxed living, where the Kalahari 's fascinating beauty meets with timeless elegance, refined ethnic style and exotic bohemian inspirations. 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 emphasize the blissful and cosy atmosphere of this inviting retreat.ACCOMMODATIONLa Bohème Guesthouse offers two double rooms in the residence (Unit No 1 & 2) and a spacious unit in the cottage (Unit No 3) with two bedrooms and self-catering facilities.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. Each room/unit offers Orange River Valley and/or garden views and is directly accessible from the garden via its own private terrace or verandah. ROOM/UNIT AMENITIESKing or Twin or Twin + Queen / Air conditioning (cooling + heating system) / Overhead fan / Heater / Well stocked mini-bar fridge / Free tea & coffee tray / Microwave / TV with more than 20 channels (SABC, M-Net, DSTV) / Wireless Internet connection / Radio-cassette-CD player / Electronic safe / Gowns, bathrobes / Hair-dryer / 100 % Percale linen / Fully equipped kitchenette and braai/barbecue facilities (1 unit). Spare-bed on request.Bathrooms: Bath and separate shower or bath with shower or shower only, toiletries, radio-clock, heated towel rail or overhead heater. Shaver point and double basins in 2 units. MEALSThe generous breakfast (buffet) is usually served on the verandah overlooking the garden and the Valley or in the dining room nearby the cosy fire place in winter. Several additional breakfast options available (picnic basket, champagne brunch, breakfast served in room, etc.).Daytime snacks, afternoon tea with cake, sundowners, self-catering option.For other meals: restaurants, bistros, pubs, etc. within 3 to 10 minutes drive. ACCREDITATIONS:TGCSA 5-Stars / AA Quality Assured (Superior) / Portfolio accredited (Luxury) / GHASA member / Finalist with mention highly commended at the South African AA Travel American Express Accommodation Awards 2006, 2007, and 2008 with special mention for “People who go the extra mile” in 2007. Accommodation UNIT No 1
Double room with en-suite bathroom : Situated in the Residence, this room embraces the outdoor environment by combining indigenous natural elements, traditional African influences, touches of artistry and classic elegance. With the fusion of chocolate and caramel tones, curvy textured finishes, dark wooden accessories, slate-tiled floor and in-built “roc-style” furnishings, a bush-lodge ambience has been created. The room features a king-size bed and has an en-suite bathroom which evokes the colors of the Kalahari red-sand-dunes sceneries and the “Big Five” theme; it is equipped with a round shower scattered with pebbles and mosaics, a large corner bath, double hand-painted basins, shaver point and heated towel rail. From the private terrace overlooking the pool, an idyllic panorama of the garden melting into the Orange River Valley and the infinite Kalahari semi-desert can be enjoyed. Access: Direct from garden. UNIT No 2
Double room with separate private bathroom (not sharing !) :
The tropical atmosphere of this cosy room situated in the residence is accentuated by variations of colorful pastels and quiet neutral shades, complemented by a contrasting terracotta-colored tiled floor, sunny accessories, and extra-long wooden twin single beds. The sea-themed décor and Mexican-style mosaic finishes of the nearby separate private bathroom create a refreshing “exotic-island” feel. Features of the bathroom include a bath, a separate shower, a single basin and an overhead heater. Via its glass sliding-door, the room flows out onto a private verandah wich offers picturesque views of the tropical palm tree garden and the Orange River Valley melting into the endless Kalahari semi-desert. Access: Direct from garden. UNIT No 3
Cottage with 2 bedrooms, 2 en-suite bathrooms and fully equipped kitchenette : Separate from the main building, the Cottage is a tribute to the Eastern aesthetic and reflects the minimalist Zen-spirit. The natural organic and “Feng Shui” approach to the design and finishes of this unit is enhanced by the use of bamboo, varieties of wood, relaxing white and earthy tones, creamy tiled floors and clean lines. The Cottage consists of a main room which features a queen-size bed and an en-suite bathroom (shower, single hand-painted basin, WC, shaver point), and of an adjacent room which comprises twin single beds and an en-suite bathroom as well (shower over “L”-shaped bath, double natural-stone basins, WC, shaver point, heated towel rail). Part of the main room are also a fully equipped kitchenette and indoor dining facilities. The wooden glass-paneled sliding door of the main room opens onto a private intimate patio surrounded by lush plants and mature trees, from where the soothing sound of a nearby roc water-feature can be enjoyed. The patio has a dining area with barbecue/braaï facilities (wood + barbecue-accessories at disposal) and offers garden views. Access: Direct from garden.   
AttractionsTOURS & SAFARIS Contacts for guided safaris, tours and game viewing with professional registered tour-guide(s); English, French, (Swiss-) German and Afrikaans spoken. Personalized and tailor-made safaris - tour programs available: Kalahari, Namibia, Botswana and many other fascinating destinations.  
Accolades | :Tourism Council of SA Star Grading |
TGCSA Star GradingFacilitiesMEAL OPTIONS The generous breakfast (buffet) is usually served on the verandah overlooking the garden and the Valley or in the dining room nearby the cosy fire place in winter. Several additional breakfast options available (picnic basket, champagne brunch, breakfast served in room, etc.).
Daytime snacks, afternoon tea with cake, sundowners, self-catering option. For other meals, restaurants, bistros, pubs, etc are within 3 to 10 minutes drive.
DirectionsFROM KAKAMAS – AUGRABIES - GROBLERSHOOP – CAPETOWN
FROM UPINGTON TOWN CENTER
If driving from Upington town center, take “Schröderstreet” in direction of Olifantshoek (N14).
Pass under the rail wail bridge and pass the “Camel Rider Monument” situated in front of the police-station. Carry on straight until a crossing road situated in front of the “Gordonia Hospital” and keep on driving straight on the N14.
3.9 km after the “Gordonia Hospital”, the sign-boards “Golf-course” and “Desert Palace” can be seen on the left-hand side of the road (N14).
400 m after these above-mentioned sign-boards, a high bunch of palm trees is situated on the right-hand side of the road.
Drive up into the small street on the right-hand side of the N14, between the high bunch of palm trees and “Naba-Lodge”. Pass in front of “Naba” ‘s main entrance and turn immediately left into the small street at the corner of “ Naba” ‘s garden. La Bohème is visible within a few meters distance. High trees are in front of La Bohème’s premises and a tall Vodacom tower (= a giant palm tree) is situated at the end of the “cul-de-sac” street, close to the guesthouse.
FROM KURUMAN, OLIFANTSHOEK, JOHANNESBURG, VRYBURG
(WITHOUT DRIVING UNTIL UPINGTON TOWN-CENTER)
If driving on the N14 from Kuruman, Johannesburg, Olifantshoek, Vryburg, pass “Nirvana B&B” (situated on the left-hand side of the road) just at the beginning of Upington Syianda district.
100 m after “Nirvana”, a high bunch of palm trees is situated on the left-hand side of the road, as well as a small street.
Drive up into the small street on the left-hand side of the N14, between the high bunch of palm trees and “Naba-Lodge”. Pass in front of “Naba” ‘s main entrance and turn immediately left into the small street at the corner of “ Naba” ‘s garden. La Bohème is visible within a few meters distance. High trees are in front of La Bohème’s premises and a tall Vodacom tower (= a giant palm tree) is situated at the end of the “cul-de-sac” street, a short distance from the guesthouse.
  
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La Boheme Guesthouse B&B
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