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Oppi Dam – Oudtshoorn, W. Cape

Oppi Dam – Oudtshoorn, W. Cape

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Schoemanshoek Valley is a picturesque place just outside Oudtshoorn in the Western Cape. It’s surrounded by mountains and beautiful farmlands and offers all visitors a most awesome, peaceful retreat. The beautiful valley is a haven for nature lovers, outdoor enthusiasts, and those seeking a serene escape. This is where you find Oppi Dam, and it’s well positioned at the foot of the majestic Swartberg Mountains. Oppi Dam is about 14 km from Oudtshoorn. Let’s take a look at what you…

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Taaiboschfontein Karoo Farm | Three Sisters, Karoo, Western Cape

Taaiboschfontein Karoo Farm | Three Sisters, Karoo, Western Cape

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When you think of Taaiboschfontein Guest Lodge at the foot of the Nuweveld Mountains in the Three Sisters area in the Karoo you think  of a table laden with lamb chops, bobotie and sugared pumpkin, an inviting hot shower and a comfy bed to set you on your way again. Taaiboschfontein is situated between Bloemfontein and Cape Town and is a perfect stopover for anyone who appreciates the peace and beauty of the Karoo. You enjoy true Karoo hospitality too…

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Steynskraal Gasteplaas – Beaufort West, Western Cape

Steynskraal Gasteplaas – Beaufort West, Western Cape

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Steynskraal Gasteplaas is found fairly close to Beaufort West, a town used often for quick or longer stopovers. Of course, many people love the dryness of the Karoo and the thought of a Karoo farm holiday. Steynskraal Gasteplaas is a sought-after farm destination, and the farm’s accommodation is completely off-grid so guests never have to battle with load shedding. Let’s see what else you can expect from this awesome Karoo farm. Steynskraal Gasteplaas is an awesome working farm and by…

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Volstruisvlei Guest Cottage | Prince Albert, Karoo, Western Cape

Volstruisvlei Guest Cottage | Prince Albert, Karoo, Western Cape

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In our mad world more and more people are looking at the Karoo in a new light; the Karoo farmers, ostriches, the Karoo churchers, windmills, the silence and the wonderful food: lamb chops, babotie, sugared pumpkin, beans and a good red wine. Volstruisvlei Guest Cottage is excellent self catering accommodation close to the wonderful small town of Prince Albert. The guest cottage is found on a working fruit farm with magnificent views of the Swartberg Mountains. Guests get the chance…

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Canariesfontein Guest Farm | Carnarvon, Northern Cape

Canariesfontein Guest Farm | Carnarvon, Northern Cape

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Carnarvon is a small town in the Northern Cape and the wonderful Canariesfontein Guest Farm is located on the outskirts of the town. It is a working sheep farm in the Karoo and offers you the perfect surroundings to get rid of all your cobwebs. Many people who visit the farm just love the fact that there is no cellphone reception, offering them a complete break from technology. The guest farm offers comfortable accommodation for the family looking for the…

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Karoo National Park | near Beaufort West, Western Cape

Karoo National Park | near Beaufort West, Western Cape

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The awesome and utterly unique Karoo National Park is found in the area of Beaufort West in the Western Cape. Its isolation and the desert animals that live there have made it a haven for people escaping the rat race. If beauty, tranquility and complete relaxation is what you are after, then the Karoo National Park with delight and inspire. The Karoo is the largest ecosystem in South Africa, and the Karoo National Park also has the majesty of the…

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Hillston Farm | Steynsburg and Middelburg area, Eastern Cape

Hillston Farm | Steynsburg and Middelburg area, Eastern Cape

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Middelburg is a town in the Eastern Cape and Steynsburg is another small town surrounded by mountains and well situated in sheep farming territory.  Steynsburg is a vibrant Karoo town and its not surprising that many properties are being snapped up by people who want to own property in the Karoo and enjoy all the benefits of country living. Between Middelburg and Steynsburg is Hillston Farm, a wonderful place to experience true Karoo hospitality from salt-of-the-earth people. This is a…

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