So many people are travelling from Gauteng down to Cape Town and on the edge of the exquisite Grand Karoo, travellers see the grand 3-star So many people are travelling from Gauteng down to Cape Town and on the edge of the exquisite Grand Karoo, travellers see the grand 3-star Lord Milner Hotel, and often out of a mixture of curiosity and a longing to break a long trip, they make their stop at this hotel, which takes them back…
Anyone who has travelled from the far northerly provinces will be delighted to know that travelling down to the coast there is a farm close to Graaff Reinet; some 30km away that is like a guiding light, guiding you to a time of relaxation before you set off on your journey again. Schoemans Cottage or Schoemans Huisie is a lovely cottage which was built in the time of 1870 on Waterval Farm near Graaff Reinet. Waterval is a working sheep,…
It isn’t surprising that Graaff Reinet is known as the gem of the Karoo, because the surrounding Karoo mountains and farms are exquisitely beautiful and peaceful. People often use Graaff Reinet as a stop-over place for a night or two en-route to Cape Town or one of the other coastal cities. They often end up staying far longer and plan on returning to Graaff Reinet to a much longer getaway. When people are looking for accommodation in Graaff Reinet, they…
De Aar is a town in the Northern Cape. It was originally a farm known as De Aar and today major production activities in the area are wool production and livestock farming. Much of the Karoo’s famous mutton comes from these parts. The Northern Cape is becoming a popular place for a holiday, and nature lovers appreciate the wild, dry landscape, but which has amazing flora as well as animal- and bird life. Awesome rock formations are found in these…
If you are looking for affordable self-catering holiday accommodation that provides fun and relaxation, then Montagu Springs will meet all your needs. Montagu is a haven for nature lovers and those looking for peace and serenity amongst the Western Cape Winelands. Montagu Springs Resort offers 90 fully equipped, self-catering accommodation where guests have access to fully equipped cottages in beautiful gardens. This Montagu self-catering accommodation varies in price, depending on whether you opt for the affordable Small Plettenbergs or you…
When people are traveling to the destination; sometimes the journey is made far more enjoyable by a stop-over in peaceful and attractive surroundings. Many holidaymakers make Graaff Reinet their stop-over accommodation and are delighted with the excellent accommodation at Somerset Stables. The guest house is beautifully decorated and is situated in a quiet area and is within walking distance to restaurants and the town itself. Everything is charming and very interesting and you are guaranteed a warm welcome and a…
Graaff Reinet is the oldest town in the Eastern Cape and the fourth oldest in South Africa and has more than 200 buildings claimed as National Monuments. What people love about this old town is that it has retained its old-world character, and small wonder it is known as the ‘gem of the Karoo. Melrose Guest Farm warmly invites you to stay with them while you stop over en route to Cape Town or extend your stay even longer. This…