African Vineyard Boutique Hotel & Spa
Experience relaxed top Upington accommodation at 4 star African Vineyard Boutique Hotel & Spa on Kanoneiland (Cannon Island), 25 km from Upington and 15 km from Keimoes on the island of slow living.
Uniquely located on a working grape farm in the middle of the Orange River, South Africa’s longest river, our award-winning accommodation establishment is the perfect jewel to experience the Green Kalahari in the Northern Cape.
Our Accommodation
African Vineyard combines magical ingredients to create an unforgettable farm stay experience that includes free Wi-Fi. The ambience, food, wellness treatments, personalised service and modern accommodation combine to deliver country hospitality at its best.
Located among lush vineyards on Kanoneiland, the largest inhabitant river island in South Africa, our guesthouse is also home to one of the few signature Kalahari Spas in South Africa, using Kalahari ancient desert products. Escape and disconnect from the big city life and revitalize your body, soul and mind at the wellness spa with an added outdoor experience.
Enjoy the exquisite garden or relax by the pool.
Spacious, beautifully appointed guest rooms and suites, ranging from standard to luxury, open out onto the green garden oasis that is alive with birds. Dinners are served on request, as are six-course local food-and-wine pairings (bookings essential).
We also offer a lovely venue for weddings, functions and conferences.
Berluda Farmhouse & Cottages
Nestled in the foothills of the Swartberg Mountains on a typical Little Karoo farm, you will find Berluda Farmhouse and Cottages. Enjoy a comfortable and relaxing stay with luxurious touches, personal service and South African hospitality.
Our family history in the area dates back 200 years, when the Schoeman ancestors started leaving their footprints in the valley. Today we are proud to share this valley with you when you visit our farm. The name Berluda is derived from an apricot variety, and today the annual harvest and jam production still forms a central part of our business.
Authentic experiences on the farm for the whole family range from working ostrich farm tours, sunset drives and meerkat encounters. As the Little Karoo is part of the Cape Floral Kingdom, our guests can have a close encounter with this unique fauna and flora. We also offer exceptional bird-watching opportunities, and star gazing – offering the “High Five”.
Our local restaurant specializes in signature ostrich and Karoo lamb dishes like you’ve never tasted before.
As Berluda lies just off the R62, the longest wine route in the world, we invite you to come and pair our local Little Karoo cuisine with award-winning wines and ports from the region. Within easy reach of the world heritage site of the Swartberg Mountain pass and the world famous Cango Caves, Berluda is perfectly situated to explore the Little Karoo.
Our Accommodation
Surrounded by olive and apricot orchards, and set within lush gardens, Berluda Farmhouse offers luxury accommodation with all modern amenities. With 5 luxury bedrooms and 2 honeymoon rooms, guests can relax next to the sparkling swimming pool, and enjoy the many activities and facilities that we offer.
Just up the road from the farmhouse, the self-catering cottages are ideal for families, and guests wanting more privacy. Enjoy the evenings on the veranda while watching the stars, or light the fire for your BBQ-meal in the comfort of your cottage. As we can accommodate for up to 44 guests, Berluda Farmhouse and Cottages is ideal for small family reunions, conferences and weddings, and offers business professionals and families alike the best opportunity to experience the beauty and wonder of our area.
A minimum stay of 2 nights is recommended to enjoy all the activities on the farm and in the area.
Bydand B&B
A warm and friendly welcome awaits you at our Bydand bed and breakfast where you can unwind in a relaxed atmosphere. Our child-friendly b&b is situated in malaria-free Addo town in the heart of elephant and game country as well as near Qgeberha, previously known as Port Elizabeth. The quiet surroundings and breathtaking setting on a working citrus farm make our accommodation the ideal break-away for national and international guests alike. We offer an attentive and personal service to ensure that your stay is a memorable one.
Our Accommodation
Accommodation is in large, tastefully furnished en-suite double rooms with either twin or queen sized beds. Both our en-suite family units sleep mom and dad as well as up to three children.
Only a few steps away from our guest rooms you will find the cool, sparkling swimming pool. Just the thing to get rid of the heat and dust after a day of spectacular sightseeing in the Sundays River Valley and a safari in the nearby Addo Elephant Park.
We invite our guests to walk about our working citrus farm and explore it as you wish. Should you feel like delicious export quality oranges, you are most welcome to pick your own when in season.
Come to Bydand and experience traditional South African hospitality at its very best!
Clos Malverne Guesthouse
Situated on our scenic wine estate, our Clos Malverne Guesthouse offers a relaxing stay within the beautiful Devon Valley just 7.5 km northwest of Stellenbosch in South Africa's Cape winelands.
Our Accommodation
We provide quality accommodation in Stellenbosch on our Clos Malverne Wine Estate, ensuring the comfort and well-being of all our guests.
Our 9 luxurious guest rooms make for the perfect base to explore Stellenbosch and the Cape Winelands which are approximately 50 km away from Cape Town's city centre and a 30-minute drive from Cape Town International Airport. Each stylishly decorated and air-conditioned room reflects our beautiful surroundings and is equipped with flat screen TV and satellite channels, free Wi-Fi and a spacious bathroom.
If you prefer self-catering then our guest cottage is the perfect choice which is situated at the bottom of the estate and 200 metres from our luxury guest rooms. In the air-conditioned cottage you will experience a distinct atmosphere, an air of tranquillity and charm not readily found today. It boasts 2 bedrooms, each with its own full en-suite bathroom and extra length King size beds, a fully equipped kitchen, a dining room, a lounge with fireplace, a patio with barbecue area and front veranda with breathtaking views. A flat screen TV with satellite channels, Wi-Fi and free parking are also available. Enjoy the clear splash pool at the bottom of our wine estate. Breakfast is not included but is available for an additional cost at the fabulous on-site restaurant. Bookings are essential.
Our Facilities
Enjoy a meal at the on-site Restaurant at Clos Malverne which offers you THE food and wine experience with a fantastic view and serves fresh, seasonal and contemporary cuisine.
Taste our excellent estate wines, join us for a vineyard encounter with wine tasting - red, white and sparkling wines, and signature pairings.
Situated at the top of our wine estate is the main pool which can be enjoyed by all guests. The guesthouse also has a spa and wellness centre as well as free private parking on site.
De Old Drift
Come and relax in the tranquil environment of our child-friendly De Old Drift Guest Farm, with only the sounds of nature at your doorstep! You will find us a short distance from the little village of Addo in South Africa’s malaria-free Eastern Cape province and only a 15 minutes drive from the renowned Addo Elephant National Park, with its big Seven.
Our Accommodation
Our working citrus farm is one of the smallest but most peaceful farms in the area and has a welcoming farm-style guest house offering bed and breakfast accommodation as well as self-catering units. All our guest rooms are tastefully furnished with close attention to detail.
Take a slow stroll through the orchards. When the trees are in blossom the smell of citrus permeates the air. Alternatively, venture down to the Sundays River which is only a 200 metres walk away. Relax around the pool in the cool shade of the palm trees or under the warm African sun after an exciting day of adventures and game viewing in the Addo Elephant National Park. We are also pleased to offer our guests a private game viewing drive through the park on a safari vehicle.
Start your day with a wholesome, revitalising breakfast in our thatched roof Lapa, overlooking the garden and swimming pool area. Please inform us upon arrival if you would like to join for dinner or on the day, before 5pm. We also serve light lunches.
Our in-house cook has a big passion for food, our dinner are a set menu which changes every day, prices are available on request. Our chef also does cookie baking classes with guest kids at an extra charge.
More fun, adventure and games await children, with Zasu (our Jack Russel) and Izzy (the cat) who love to make new friends and play - a farm-style wonderland for all children.
De Old Drift team will make sure that your stay here in the Karoo will be one to remember.
Drakenzicht Mountain Cottage
Self-catering at the foot of the uKhahlamba Drakensberg Mountains and World Heritage Site, with unsurpasseded views. Our child-friendly farm house, Drakenzicht Mountain Cottage nestles peacefully amid springs and streams, 27km southwest of Winterton and offers a scenic retreat or a fantastic family holiday in the Champagne valley. Our farm house is situated on a breathtaking 50 acres property and has been nestling peacefully at the foot of the Central Berg for more than five decades.
Our Accommodation
Our holiday house Drakenzicht has three guest rooms (2 bedrooms with double beds and one with 2 single beds) and a fourth outside room with two bunkbeds. A sleeper couch in one of the double rooms provides extra sleeping space.
The open plan lounge and dining area has a TV and a satellite dish, with DSTV (satellite television programmes) activated on request.
The farmhouse kitchen is equipped with all the necessary amenities. But the star feature of our self-catering accommodation is the lovely covered verandah which serves as entertainment area, with a generous wooden table seating ten and an equally generous view of the mountainous horizon. The open braai (barbecue) facility on the outskirt of our elevated property shares this sweeping panorama.
Activities
Come tread more than 3km of the cleared trails through our meadows. Benches dot the landscape overlooking a gorge and the valley below, with the mountains Giants Castle, Injasuthi, Champagne Castle and Cleft Peak all in plain view. The bird life in our lush garden is abundant, and vervet monkeys, birds of prey, bushbuck or even the endangered ground hornbill might surprise you on your lazy afternoon stroll.
Our holiday house is perfectly positioned to explore the numerous hiking and mountain bike routes of the Central Drakensberg, as well as its various golf courses and horse riding opportunities.
Enjoy an amazing Drakensberg stay.
Fossil Hills
Welcome to our child-friendly Fossil Hills Wine Farm Accommodation in the Breede River valley near McGregor. Thornvilla has been producing wine since 1950 and has been in the Naudé family for 3 generations and is currently a working wine farm. Forming part of the McGregor Winery, grapes, plums, apricots and various vegetables are harvested each year.
The name Fossil Hills, comes from the fossils that were and are still found on the farm which date back to the fish age of 355 million years ago.
Come and enjoy the peace and quietness of staying on a working wine farm near the most beautiful town in the Western Cape, McGregor. Here life is slow, tranquil and gentle.
Choose from our 4 self-catering cottages and houses, all providing you with total privacy and allowing you to relax in total privacy while enjoying our spectacular mountain views. Facilities include 2 mountain bikes, a kayak and a boat.
Ganora Guest Farm & Excursions
Give us one day and get 250 Million years! Experience true Karoo hospitality on Ganora Guest Farm, which is situated 7km from Nieu Bethesda and 60 km from Graaff-Reinet in South Africa's Great Karoo.
Our Accommodation
The guest cottages of our comfortable accommodation nestle deep in the slopes of a depression carved into the bedrock by ancient rivers in pre-historic times. As a working sheep farm Ganora provides you with first hand experience of life on a typical Karoo farm and modern, rustic farm accommodation in twin guest rooms and double rooms.
Alternatively, stay on our campground.
Tours & Activities
The farm boasts various sites with well-preserved rock paintings and engravings, bringing to life 10.000 years of Bushmen folklore. The surrounding rock formations and rich fossil beds on the farm bear testimony to the events that contributed to the formation of this vast land. Guided tours comprise of rock paintings, Anglo Boer War engravings, a private fossil and artefact museum as well as fossil and medicinal plant walks.
Whether you want to relax in the peaceful Great Karoo or enjoy an adventure and go hiking, biking, swimming or birding, all this you will find here.
Gecko Lodge
We are situated 3 Km from Hazyview in Mpumalanga, South Africa, on a 35ha Farm with Sabie River Frontage. It is the ideal base from which to explore the Kruger National Park (12km from Phabeni Gate) and the Lowveld Panorama Route including Blyde River Canyon (89km), God’s Window (50km) and Pilgrim’s Rest (54km)
This family run and managed lodge has its emphasis on tranquillity, comfort, quality service and good food. Gecko Lodge offers the guest an escape from modern urban living.
The managers are Gideon Barnard Jnr and Tammy Nel who look after the Lodge and the Guests on a day to day basis. Anja (German) and Gideon Barnard (South African) the owners at Gecko Lodge, offer personal attention and service with a smile in short, “Value for money”
With its comfortable rooms and restaurant, Gecko Lodge is suitable for those seeking a romantic getaway; a base for numerous activities from mild to extreme or even for a relaxing family holiday at affordable rates.
Our Accommodation
We are offering 23 en-suite Rooms: 7 Double, 12 Twin, 2 triple and 3 family rooms, all set in a beautiful garden. Each Room has its own character and each room is individually decorated by the owners.
Each individualy styled room has got ceiling fans, tea & coffee making facilities, and a safe. All rooms have access to our beautiful gardens. Many of the rooms have access to the covered verandah style walkways leading around a beautiful courtyard.
Our Facilities
Relax beside the beautiful rock pool and enjoy the subtropical climate of Hazyview. Unwind in the lush gardens, sit on a bench and read a book or take a stroll and admire all the beautiful flowers, plants and trees. Many of them are indigenous to the area.
Besides breakfast, we also offer home cooked dinners.
It is not often that you go and sit down at a place and know, that this place could be special with a little bit of effort. The problem, what effort was required? Summer evenings in Hazyview are the best. You just need to sit outside and enjoy the coolness of the bush creeping up to you, the last bird call before bed, and the evening sounds of insects and night animals around you.
The Boma, also known as a kraal, has a long history dating back to the pre-colonial Africa when the native groups such as the isiZulu and isiXhosa used wooden fences to enclose livestock and to fortify family homesteads, thus protecting them from wild animals. Now we too have created this traditional feeling within our Lodge to continue to carry out the traditions of our African people. The candle lit Boma, night stars and centred fire burning creates an atmosphere of cosy, intermate dining experience whilst enjoying our 3 course meal offered and sipping on local wines and beers. End off the evening by sipping on the famous Amarula Liquor as a night cap.
Feel at home in our small lounge & library near the reception area. A wonderful place to take time out, read a book and relax. Enjoy a sundowner at the bar or have a glass of world famous South African wine while sitting next to the soothing water features.
While staying with us at Gecko Lodge, why not start you day off with a brisk early morning walk or a late afternoon stroll through the macadamia orchards down to the Sabie River. You may even be lucky enough to see one of the hippo's that live in the river. Spend a soulful and recharging time at our tranquil dam close to the main gate – unwind and let your mind wander.
Klein Welmoed Luxury Guest House
Situated on the 39 hectare Klein Welmoed Wine and Olive Estate within the Cape Winelands, Klein Welmoed Luxury GUset House is in close proximity to the historic and cultural town of Stellenbosch or Somerset West, with their surrounding wine routes, as well as 30 kilometres from Cape Town International Airport. With facilities such as fabulous restaurants, wine routes, golf courses, beaches, hikes and cycling within easy travelling distance, our guesthouse has become a sought after destination for the discerning traveller.
Our Accommodation
Choose between accommodation in the Manor House or one of the cottages for self-catering. All rates include breakfast served in the Manor House while experiencing peace and tranquillity of farm life.
The elegantly restored Manor House which pays credence to classic Cape Dutch architecture, has four double rooms with en-suite bathrooms.
Offering privacy and space for families or couples, each of the four modern, self-catering cottages can accommodate up to four people and each unit is fitted with a kitchen, large living area, two bedrooms and two bathrooms. Most cottages have under-floor heating as well as fireplaces for winter breakaways.
All guest rooms and cottages effortlessly blend modern convenience living with a touch of rustic charm. The Manor House and cottage bedrooms all have king-size beds, air-conditioning, heated towel rails, flat screen TV’s with DSTV (satellite TV)and free Wi-Fi access. Our rates include breakfast for cottage guests as well.
The Barn venue, where we host conferences, functions and weddings, is an ideal space with views of mountains, vineyards and olive groves, which has a sense of tranquillity for any occasion.
Things To Do
During summer, enjoy the sparkling swimming pool set in our large manicured garden. Other activities to be enjoyed on our expansive property are running, walking, cycling, watching wildlife, birding and picnics. Wine tasting is offered by prior arrangement only.
Kogman & Keisie Guest Farm
Our scenic Kogman & Keisie Guest Farm is nestled between the charming village of Montagu in the Klein Karoo and the mountains of Montagu Nature Reserve. Montagu is a favourite destination of many a traveller and is situated on Route 62, the well known meandering route between Cape Town and Qgeberha. The name of our guest farm is derived from the dramatic, rock strewn Cogmans Kloof Valley and the modest Keisie River that meets here.
Kogman and Keisie is a working organic farm with olive trees, goats and a small vineyard. We grow our own vegetables, pomegranates and lavender with a few well behaved farm chickens wondering about.
Our Accommodation
We provide guests with luxury self-catering accommodation as well as guesthouse rooms with breakfast included.
All our self-catering cottages are stylish and unique and we are developing our farm, including the guest cottages, into eco-friendly living spaces. Each cottage has its own kitchen or kitchenette. Some cottages have their own private barbeque (braai) and others use the communal braai at the swimming pool.
During the hot summer days, we cool down in the swimming pool or wait for the sun to make way for the unsurpassable Karoo night sky, to the whisper of the windmill turning in the lazy evening breeze.
Wi-Fi internet is available around the main building. There are also two bicycles available for hire, a laundry service as well as safe and secure semi shaded parking.
Events
Our Greenhouse was originally built to realise a dream that both owners harboured for many years. The dream was to have a greenhouse where we can cultivate herbs and other crops, but also use as a multli-functional space.
Today it is often used as a venue, and events include birthday parties, long-table dinners, intimate weddings and launches. We have a fully functional kitchen for catering and everything needed to host an event for up to 56 people, with informal seating on the lawns. A parking area close to the greenhouse can accommodate up to 40 cars. We can also erect a marquee immediately adjacent to the greenhouse for larger events.
We also offer an event planning service and can assist with arranging decor, catering, flowers, music and other logistics for your perfect event.
Louvain Guest Farm
Situated near Herold in the upper Langkloof Valley, you will find our tranquil working Louvain Guest Farm halfway between George and Uniondale on the N9 in the Western Cape province of South Africa.
Experience starry nights and fresh mountain air at your perfect breakaway from city life.
Our Accommodation
We offer a range of accommodation with amazing surroundings and for every budget.
Choose between restored farm buildings - 5 cottages, and guest units in converted stables; stay at our secluded campsite or in the glamping tents.
While our farm-style Guesthouse "The Views" is equipped for 12 guests and ideally suited for up to 3 families sharing, the Homestead cottage or the Dairy each sleep ten guests.
The Homestead Annex can accommodate four people and Fiela se Huis is perfect for eight.
Each of the seven stable units can sleep 3 guests.
All the guest units/cottages are equipped for self-catering and offer Wi-Fi.
Our Outdoor Activities
With an abundance of beauty and awe-inspiring views, you will never find yourself bored at Louvain Guest Farm.
We offer many outdoor activities ranging from amazing 4×4 trails, horse riding, beautiful hiking trails, e.g. to cave paintings, and mountain biking with unbelievable views to microlight flights, bird watching with a plethora of different species, as well as stargazing with clear skies and no pollution.
Our Facilities
Louvain is also perfect for any functions, such as a wedding. With all the space Louvain has to offer, it makes the perfect event venue for anyone looking for beauty outdoors!
Suited for any event of more than 200 guests, it is spacious, functional, luxurious and mind-blowingly beautiful! Our brand new function venue will please anyone, set with everything one would need, with an awe-inspiring view as a bonus! Celebrate your dream wedding in our chapel or simply host a business getaway at Louvain Guest Farm.
Oppi Plaas Abek
Cradled in the heart of the Lowveld on the Panorama route, our farm oasis offers you a serene escape, and promises peace and relaxation combined with urban convenience. Minutes from two shopping malls, trendy restaurants, and a short drive to the Kruger Park. A stay at Oppi Plaas Abek - Hazyview will leave you rejuvenated whether you’re a nature enthusiast or leisure traveller.
Our child-friendly self-catering accommodation in Hazyview is situated 5km northwest of the town centre on the R536 between Hazyview and Sabie. Book directly and save via nightsbridge by using the convenient "Rates &Online Bookings" link.
Our Accommodation
Overlooking the Sabie Valley, three chalets are nestled between the Litchi trees and chalet No. 1 sits under big shady trees in the garden. Relax by the swimming pool while your children play on the swings. Prepare your meals in your own fully equipped kitchen or have a barbecue and unwind afterwards on your private veranda. Alternatively watch a movie. All chalets have DSTV (satellite television programmes).
Litchi season is around Christmas time. Our fruit get picked by hand, are packed locally and sent to markets in South Africa. We wait until the Litchi is swollen out and smooth. For those of you who did not know this, when a Litchi is still prickly it has not yet got enough sun and water to make it juicy and sweet for consumption. So when buying them in the shop look for the ones that are more smooth, and taste the difference.
Oue Werf
Welcome to our Oue Werf country house and manor, offering luxury Little Karoo accomodation in the scenic Schoemanshoek Valley, 12 kilometres outside Oudtshoorn. A peaceful homestead dating back to 1857, our owner-managed and child-friendly four star country house is situated on a working farm and surrounded by big willow trees, an apricot orchard and a dam. Come and experience the hospitality of the Klein Karoo in style. A peaceful night’s rest is guaranteed.
Our Karoo Accommodation
Whether you are looking for bed and breakfast or self-catering, you have found the perfect destination for a relaxed holiday in the Karoo, promising not only beautiful scenery but also serenity. Here nature is on full display, with spectacular mountain views, indigenous bird species and the sweet fragrance of roses in bloom.
The days pass slower here. In summer lounge next to our swimming pool with a refreshing drink in your hand. Enjoy a picnic under the willows or even take a swim in the farm dam. In winter enjoy a traditional home cooked meal and then cuddle up in front of the fire place with a good book and glass of fortified wine.
Children will love our play park and all the open space to run around and explore.
Whether it is a standard room or a family unit, our 12 bedroom options in the country house and manor lead straight into the garden, ensuring privacy and a oneness with nature.
The free-standing self-catering cottage has a lovely, sunny anex and kitchenette. Two single beds can be added to accommodate two young children.
Weddings & Attractions
If you want to tie the knot, our idyllic wedding venue is decorated by mountain ranges and willow trees, and both our honeymoon suites set the tone for your first memorable moments as a couple.
We are neighbours to a winery and brewery, and a game lodge is just a stone's throw away. Other attractions are also in close proximity, including the Cango Caves.
Papkuilsfontein Guest Farm
Soak up the peace and tranquillity of our three beautiful farms, two of them are 8 km from the main Papkuilsfontein Guest Farm which is situated 23.4 km southeast of Nieuwoudtville on the Bokkeveld Plateau, where the Cape Fynbos meets the Hantam Karoo.
Papkuilsfontein Guest Farm lies in the heart of the Hantam Karoo and is described as a "tip". Main attractions are the seasonal flowers bloom, hiking trails, an awesome 180 metres deep gorge with a waterfall and numerous rock paintings.
Our Accommodation
Our historic estate offers a choice of accommodation which can be booked with or without meals.
Stay in the old, beautifully restored stone cottages, in your own private Fynbos setting, or on the historic Matjiesfontein werf.
On our De Lande farm the beautiful appointed De Lande guesthouse with 6 en-suite rooms is ideal for groups.
Alternatively, put up your tent on our campsite which is suitable for 8 people and sits on the extreme right side of the property so as to be private and away from our other guests on the farm. There is a Lapa, and a Sonkwas reed hut, built to be reminiscent of the reed dwellings in the area, houses the bathroom (with one hot shower) as well as one separate flush toilet.
Want a next level camping experience, try out our brand new (in 2023) eco campsites!
Activities
In spring, enjoy the world-renowned flowers in this "Serengeti of the floral kingdom". This area is also known as ”the Bulb Capital of the World” because it has the highest speciation of indigenous bulbous flowers on earth. Experience the rich bird life, fauna, and San rock art.
Swim in the cool waters of a natural rock pool or in the pool at the cottages, built to be reminiscent of a farm dam.
Hike the trails through sandstone rock formations and don’t forget to bring your mountain bike.
We are so excited to announce our brand new outdoor activity on our Papkuilsfontein Guest Farm (starting end of November 2023) - Fynbos on the Edge. Curious? Find out more on our website!
Dining
Our farm kitchen is the heart of the farm. This is where your pre-booked homemade meals are being prepared as well as where breakfasts are served for non-self-catering guests. Browse through the variety of home-made products or just stop for something to nibble on, maybe select a present for somebody back home or even a bag of wood.
Rainbird Chalets Bed and Breakfast
We are on a working farm and offer you a comfortable stay in the lush, scenic valley of Malkerns.he views are exquisite, with a dam set at the bottom of the garden and the Mdzimba mountain range beyond. The valley is set between Mbabane and Manzini, the two main cities of eSwatini. Perfect for seeing the best of what the country has to offer!
Generous English and continental breakfasts are served on the patio overlooking the swimming pool, gardens, dam and mountains. There are many good restaurants close by for a choice of lunches and dinners.
The airport is a 15 minute drive away and your hosts are more than happy to provide transport if required.
Our Accommodation
The chalets all have private entrances, air conditioning, DSTV and all necessary comforts. There are two double room family chalets (sleep 4 each) with a shared bathroom. These chalets feature fully equipped kitchens for self-catering, open-plan Kitchen, lounge & dining room with a braai area and delightful garden view - ideal for families!
Our two single room chalets (sleep 2 each) are en-suite, have an open-plan bedroom, lounge and kitchenette, a small balcony and overlook the dam with an outside braai area. Ideal for tour groups or private guests.
Things To Do
There is so much to see and do in eSwatini - for all tastes and inclinations!
Rainbird Chalets offers onsite bass fishing (rods available for guests), safe walking and fantastic birding in the beautiful gardens and around the wetlands near the dam. Bass fishing in the dam is on a catch and release basis.
There are many of eSwatini's most popular attractions close by including; game reserve, adventure activities, horse riding, quad biking, paragliding, mountain biking, walks, trails, caving, a golf course, bushman paintings, a cultural village and craft shops as well as a generous assortment of restaurants and nightlife options.
Spion Kop Lodge
Experience an unmatched getaway between Ladysmith and Winterton. Situated on an expansive 700 hectare game farm, our Spion Kop Lodge is set against the backdrop of the majestic Drakensberg Mountains on the Kwazulu-Natal battlefields route. Our lodge offers visitors an awesome sense of space and beauty, supreme comfort and warm hospitality as well as the perfect base from which you are able to explore the battlefields, berg, bush and birds of this region of Kwazulu-Natal.
The turn of the century farmhouse has been beautifully restored in Natal colonial style. The converted barn now forms the magnificent dining room that boasts spectacular views. Guests savour fine cuisine and excellent service whilst appreciating the African landscape and battlefields.
Our Accommodation
We offer 9 luxurious, double en-suite guest rooms as well as two individually furnished and appointed Colonial style chalets which are located in the park-like grounds, each ensure luxury en-suite accommodation in an out-of-Africa setting, with the majestic Drakensberg mountains nearby. You have the choice between full board or self-catering facilities.
Cool down in the natural rock pool surrounded by water features. Enjoy a quiet drink at the pub or spend time in the historic library.
Activities
There are a multitude of activities on offer such as sunset boat cruises on the Spion Kop Dam and game viewing amongst rhinos, giraffes and a variety of antelopes as well as over 320 bird species.
Conferencing & Events
Our well equipped conference venue near the Drakensberg offers exceptional packages and team building activities to suit all guests and ensure a successful conference in South Africa. The venue can accommodate up to 40 delegates. The lodge and game farm also offer an ideal wedding venue.
History
The Battlefields Experience - Relive the memories on the historic battlefields route and walk in the footsteps of three great leaders, Winston Churchill, Mahatma Gandhi and Geneneral Louis Botha. Your host, Raymond, or his son, Alastair, will accompany you to the many historic sights. Tours to the various battlefields can be made on horseback or in the comfort of an air-conditioned vehicle.
T'niqua Stable Inn
Come, relax and explore our picturesque surrounds on the Garden Route. Just 4 km outside town, T'Niqua Stable Inn offers bed and brekafast and self-catering accommodation in Plettenberg Bay on a beautiful horse estate. Heaven meets earth in our tranquil farm environment in a coastal green belt consisting of fynbos and proteas which makes for a wonderful beach and bush experience.
Our Accommodation
Our farm cottage is fully equipped for self-catering and consists of a double bedroom, a private bathroom, a kitchen and a veranda overlooking the garden with a barbecue facility. However, a full English breakfast is available on request.
Situated in the main house with a separate entrance, a standard en-suite double bedroom is also available.
The farmhouse has six rooms, all with en-suite bathrooms and kitchenettes. The four double bedrooms downstairs open directly onto the central living area with a fireplace and braai facility that leads onto the garden. The two spacious family rooms upstairs provide a comfortable stay for up to four with breath-taking views of the Indian ocean. The farmhouse is also ideal for small weddings, any party functions, small conferences, team building exercises with the option of renting it as one unit which sleeps up to 16 people.
Guests are also welcome to enjoy the boma with a big fire in the evenings.
Activities
Enjoy trips on a restored farm-wagon drawn by our gentle Percheron horses to picturesque picnic spots. An eight minute walk to the Still Bay cliffs, the farm also offers hiking- and mountain bike trails with excellent bird-watching opportunities.
Dining
Welcome at our unique equestrian-themed Munching Cowboy Restaurant which is a contemporary, casual and bistro-type venue offering classic, flavourful food with an upscale flair. From reinvented traditional South African dishes and gourmet desserts to upscaled burgers, family-styled food, buffet dinners and light meals - the kitchen team is creative and dedicated to delivering a high quality meal in a casual and informal setting. While our guests may chose to dine at one of the many smaller tables, often our dinners are shared around the large banquet table in the main hall.
Under Oaks
The accommodation at our established, family-owned Under Oaks wine estate in the picturesque Cape Winelands is situated just a couple of kilometres away from the city centre of Paarl.
Our working wine farm is steeped deep in South African history dating back to 1695, including the historic cellar that has been renovated in 2014. Visit our tasting room to experience wine tastings and pairings. The first vintage of Under Oaks wine was bottled in 2001.
Our Accommodation
The country house accommodation at Under Oaks is nothing short of uninterrupted tranquility. Situated between the vineyards, our air-conditioned vineyard suites are stylishly designed as well as individually decorated and offer many preferred modern day amenities to assure complete luxury. Most of these eight spacious en-suite rooms feature a private patio with breathtaking views of the farm dam with striking mountains beyond and the Boland valley.
A small saltwater pool gives you the opportunity to cool down on warm summer days. Soak up the sun whilst enjoying clean, fresh air and spectacular views.
And of course the food and service at our on-site pizzeria are simply wonderful.
Our goal is to exceed our guest’s expectations and immense attention is given to the experiences we offer you at Under Oaks.
Waterkloof Guesthouse
Holidays on a South African farm. Situated only a few kilometers from the Atlantic Ocean, Waterkloof is the longest established guest house in the Witsand area of the Overberg region and located on a working farm with ostriches amongst others. Your hosts, Christine and Hannes, invite you to come and experience their warm breed of hospitality and charming homestead as well as to enjoy their mouth watering, local cuisine.
The Accommodation
The main house contains various family heirlooms. The interior speaks of days gone by mixed with a unique artistic feeling. Guests can indulge in the luxury of ostrich leather chairs and comfortable couches while studying the hand painted panels on the walls of one of the living rooms.
This room invites the sunlight and garden into the interior via a charming bay window. It is here, at the indoor fireplace where Hannes creates his well known barbecues during the colder winter months.
The communal TV lounge has satellite programmes and provides entertainment for the children while the parents relax with a glass of one of the famous Breede River Valley wines that Hannes stocks in his cellar. The cozy Yellowwood fireplace is the main focal point of the guest lounge during winter. Breakfast and dinner are served in the dining area of this room.
During the hot summer months Christine serves her dinners on the patio next to the pool. The swimming pool area invites the tired traveller to relax with a book or just to enjoy the beautiful surrounding scenery. A well equipped barbeque facility makes it ideal for outdoor dining.
The Guest Rooms
The guest house has four separate en-suite guest bedrooms, all with tea trays and private entrances. The rooms are decorated in the same style as the house and contain valuable antique furniture as well as art collections. The four rooms can also be divided into two separate units with two rooms and a connecting door - ideal for a couple with children.
Enjoy in summer the large, daily serviced rooms which are comfortably cool during the heat of the day and are overlooking the secluded garden with a number of bird species. During winter, we offer cozy down duvets and luxurious mohair and electrical blankets to keep you warm.
The Farm & Activities
Waterkloof is arguably one of the finest commercial farms in the Heidelberg district and has been in the family for seven generations. The Uys-family has its roots in Belgium ( West Flaandere) from where they immigrated to South Africa in 1704 via Northern Germany. This commercial farm boasts a wide diversity of agricultural activities commonly found in the area. The farm boosts about 2200 Merino sheep, 85 cattle including Nguni and Boran (indigenous cattle), but it is the 2500 ostriches that take the limelight.
All ostriches at Waterkloof are free-ranging birds in natural surroundings. Guests are invited to accompany Hannes around the farm on a guided tour. A visit to the ostrich breeder camp with 325 breeding birds is an exciting experience. Guests have the opportunity to help collect the eggs from the nests under supervision of Hannes or his sons. Hannes’ shadow Josie, the much beloved and charming Boarder Collie, will join you on this journey. Other farming activities include 1000 hectares of cash crops, mainly comprising Wheat, Barley and Canola (rape seed). While travelling on the farm you will often see , Grysbok, Duikers, Steenbok and Vaal Reeboks as well as Blue Cranes, South Africa’s national bird. Various rare and uncommon birds are also to be observed.
Waterkloof has very unique Renosterbos Fynbos on the farm. Hannes preserved an area of the original Fynbos which gets visited each year by a team from Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens to do some research on new and rare plant species.
