THE FARMHOUSE
It has been sensitively decorated with old-world charm, curated art, fine Bone China, silver, candelabra, antiques and Persian Carpets. An original, fully restored AGA stove has been installed as a feature for all socialising around the Dining Table. The Farmhouse can accommodate 8 adults and 2 kids in 5 rooms. There are 3 bathrooms, all tastefully renovated and decorated. All the rooms are luxurious without being pretentious, but with lots of linens, mohair and antiques beautiful views. The gracious veranda is perfect for outdoor entertaining and lazy, summer afternoons under the fans with glorious vistas.
This exclusive use farmhouse is perfect for families or small intimate events.
ACCOMMODATION
The house has 5 bedrooms.
The main bedroom is en-suite with a private veranda overlooking the herb garden. There is an additional annexe with twin beds, ideally for young adults or children. There is a camp cot available too.
There are two rooms inside the original historic farmhouse – cool in the summer and warm in the winter. These two rooms share a bathroom with a long, luxurious ball and claw bath.
There is another room that was recently built and boasts views of the swimming pool and Rooiberg mountains. It is en-suite and has a shower and a bath. It has French doors opening out into the garden.
There is also a quaint outdoor shower close to the pool.
WHAT TO PACK
Download our useful packing guide of essential items to bring when you stay at the Farmhouse.
ACTIVITIES
There are a number of physical activities to do from swimming, mountain climbing, long walks, cycles or runs. The verdant green lawn in front of the house is the ideal place to play badminton, cricket or boules.
If you are a nature lover, explore the fossils in the mountains, identify a myriad of succulents indigenous to the Klein Karoo, admire the vibrant wild flowers or bring your binoculars to identify over 100 species of birds.
If it’s winter, start a roaring fire in the lounge, while nestling into the comfy couches and choosing a book or playing a board game. The dining room can seat 8 and is warm and intimate.
The town of Calitzdorp is a mere 10 minute drive from the farm and offers many delights from Port & Wine Tasting at Boplaas or de Krans to beautiful, locally made ceramics to delicious coffees and homemade pies at the scattering of quaint and pretty restaurants. The town is often adorned in bright pops of bougainvillea of all colours and blooming roses that surround the neighbouring vineyards.
