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Rietfontein Guest Farm Self Catering Accommodation Cape Town South Africa

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Pool
Outdoor spa tub
Pool
2 bedrooms, bed sheets
Fireplace

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 465 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

Explore the area

Map
Ladismith, Western Cape
  • Towerkop Nature Reserve
  • Barrydale Labyrinth
    40 min drive
  • Sanbona Wildlife Reserve
    82 min drive

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About the area

Plathuis

With a stay at this cottage in Plathuis, you'll be in the mountains, and 17.6 mi (28.3 km) from Boosmansbos Wilderness Area and 24.3 mi (39.1 km) from South Africa's Peace Pagoda. .This cottage is 24.4 mi (39.3 km) from Barrydale Labyrinth and 26.7 mi (42.9 km) from Adonai Christian Centre.

What's nearby

  • South Africa's Peace Pagoda - 40 min drive - 39.1 km
  • Barrydale Labyrinth - 40 min drive - 39.3 km
  • Adonai Christian Centre - 43 min drive - 43.0 km
  • Ladismith Golf Club - 44 min drive - 43.5 km
  • Sanbona Wildlife Reserve - 82 min drive - 85.1 km

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Rietfontein Guest Farm Self Catering Accommodation Cape Town South Africa

Nestled in the hills between Barrydale and Ladismith in the scenic Little Karoo, located near the southern tip of Africa, you will find this welcoming oasis. Rietfontein Guest Farm lies on the southern foothills of the rugged Touwsberg Mountains. With an abundance of small game and a wealth of birdlife and flora, it is the perfect getaway for nature lovers and hikers. The accommodation on Rietfontein is comfortable and uncomplicated, with the emphasis on the beauty of the breathtaking natural surroundings. The 5 Cottages sleeping 4 each, with open-plan kitchen, dining area and two bedrooms, one with a double bed and the other with two single beds. There is a separate bathroom with shower, basin and toilet. All bedding, towels, barbecue and kitchen equipment is included. All you have to bring along is your favourite food, wine and beverages.
Greenwood guides wording boldly going where no man had gone before, "I willfully imagined, mission in hand and hands on the controls, I pressed on through the otherworldly veld that stretched before me, billowing dust masking the tracks behind me.
In addition, what a magical destination. I discovered a small, blossom-filled valley in the heart of Karoo country, a gloriously green oasis, teeming with life. Scattered within five renovated farm cottages all connected by paths or footbridges that criss-cross their way through the pepper trees and reeds that divide them.
Comfortable and unfussy, many of the beams inside and all of the sturdy furniture have been constructed using original train-track sleepers. Each cottage has its own verandah, outdoor private woodfired hot tub, outdoor braai and fire area. Do make sure you bring everything you will need, as this is pretty well off-the-beaten track stuff.
Speaking of tracks, a network of mountain biking, driving and hiking routes have been, specially mapped out for you in the rugged Touwsberg Mountains all around.
If that sounds rather exhausting you can just as easily spend your time within the sanctuary of the valley – a spot of pétanque perhaps, or how about a G and T at the fresh-water pool’s very own thatched veranda or in your own private hot tub. That’s the daytime covered.
As for the night, there is only one place to be stargazing into the extraordinarily dark heavens above."
Make yourself comfortable in this cottage, which features a fireplace. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop.
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a spa tub or make use of other amenities including barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Property manager

Charel Schreuder

Languages

Dutch, English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Shared/communal pool
  • A hot tub

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 700 sq ft (65 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

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