Sometimes, you have to wonder if you will ever be able to get away on holiday. With holiday accommodation in South Africa becoming so expensive, it can be marvellous to come across budget getaways in South Africa. One of these is Klein Nektar Cottage on a wine and olive farm in Montagu, just 175km from Cape Town. The pet-friendly farm accommodation offers lots of activities for you to enjoy, such as mountain biking, bird watching, rock climbing, hiking and much…
There are many people who just can’t get enough of the beauty and stillness of the Karoo and more so intrigue of the Karoo farms. Being able to stay on a South African farm, especially one that dates back to the 1840s is a sure treat, and Weltevreden Guestfarm, a working sheep farm, is just 12.6km from Nieu Bethesda is highly sought after. People with children love coming to the farm because many times the children have never experienced life…
Kamieskroon is a small town in the Northern Cape, set against the Kamiesberg Mountains. This little town is regarded as the gateway to Namaqualand’s famous wildflower region. Each year Kamieskroon, which is between Garies and Springbok, comes alive when the arid landscapes transform into a breathtaking display of colourful blooms.
Fouriesburg nestles in the foothills of the Maluti Mountains in the Free State. You can expect beautiful scenery and crisp mountain air. This part of the Free State is particularly popular with nature lovers, hikers, and photographers, especially as you’re able to make day trips to Clarens or the Golden Gate Highlands National Park. Willowdene Guest Farm is a wonderful self-catering working cattle and grain farm in the Eastern Free State with views of the Witteberg mountain range. We take…
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…
Montagu is a charming Klein Karro town, and it’s also known as the gateway to the scenic Route 62 wine route. The town is famous for its hot springs, its rugged mountains, and its Cape Dutch and Victorian buildings. Also, the surrounding vineyards and fruit orchards are a drawcard as well. How awesome to get farm accommodation in this paradise, and Langdam in Koo Guest Farm offers you a fabulous, peaceful escape in the mountains. Contact Details: The Koo Valley,…
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…