Check-In and Check-Out

Check-in time: strictly from 15:00
Check-out time: strictly by 10:00
Early check-in or late check-out can be arranged in advance at an additional cost, subject to availability.

Road Conditions

Expect a 4 to 5 km drive on a dirt road to reach your private cottage. It can be bumpy at times, but the journey is short and worth it. Low profile sedans are not recommended.

Water

Our water is sourced from a mountain borehole and is perfectly drinkable spring water. Please use it responsibly and report any leaks promptly.

Load Shedding

We are subject to load shedding. Add Kwaggashoek (6) to your load shedding app to plan accordingly.

Bicycles are welcome. However, quads and motorbikes are not permitted.

Amenities

Linen, towels, basic cleaning supplies, and toilet paper are provided.
All cottages have indoor fireplaces and outdoor braai facilities.

Maid Service

Available on request by PRE ARRANGEMENT.
Minimum of R100 per service payable in cash to the lady (or can be left in the cottage on departure).

Firewood

A bag of wood is approximately 35 kg of wood. There will be 1 bag unpacked under the fireplace for your stay.
Extra wood can be arranged for R60 per pag (payable in cash). Kindly try and prearrange for wood, or request in the mornings as we do not always have staff on the farm.

Cell Phone Signal & WiFi

Vodacom: 4G
MTN: 4G
Signal occasionally offline during load shedding
No WiFi on the farm.

DSTV Channels

Weather:

Four Seasons in One Stay

Pack for both warm and cold weather as conditions can vary throughout the year.

Evenings: Cool to cold all year round with a mountain breeze. Always bring something warm.

Summer: Weather is unpredictable, with potential extreme heat, heavy rain, and cold mist. Pack a light raincoat or umbrella and warm clothing. Don't forget your swimsuit for a dip in the dams or river.

Winter: Mild days and cold nights. Windy from July to September.

Spring & Autumn: Temperate seasons.

We experience lightning year-round.

Avoid fishing or long walks if you hear thunder or see lightning,

even if it seems distant.

Working Farm:

We are a working cattle farm surrounded by other active farms.

This means farm-related noises such as tractors and chainsaws are common.

We limit major farming activities like burning tracer lines, fire breaks, block burning, and grass cutting to midweek during off-season periods.

This scheduling allows us to offer great midweek discounts.

Please understand that these activities are essential.

Firebreaks, though temporary eyesores, protect our cottages, grazing areas, and property from potential wildfires in winter.

Bats, Bugs & Other Naturally Occurring Creatures

Being in the countryside, our farm hosts a variety of animals and

insects, depending on the season and weather.

Bats: Small bats help control mosquitoes and may occasionally enter cottages if doors are open at night. They might nest in ceilings, causing some noise, which is annoying but harmless.

Insects: Summer brings more insects and moths, attracted to light. Keep doors and windows closed at night to minimize their presence.

Mice and Shrews: Field mice and shrews may enter cottages through open doors, especially in colder weather. They are harmless.

Bush Roaches: These insects, distinct from city cockroaches, may appear in small numbers during wet, hot summers.

Frogs: Frogs are common and may cause dogs to foam at the mouth if touched. This reaction is harmless and temporary.

Snakes and Scorpions: Rarely seen, but present in grasslands. Be cautious when hiking and moving rocks. Venomous species include puff adders and rinkhals.