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Danielskraal Guest Farm

Calitzdorp

Through the little town of Calitzdorp, past stretches of rambling vineyards and orchards, tucked away in a lush valley in the depths of the Klein Karoo, lies the original farmhouse of Danielskraal. The homestead was built in 1836 with its thatched roof, thick walls and expansive veranda, the households a tangible nostalgia, that transports its guests to a time of sweeter, simpler living. The farmhouse rests on 2300 hectares of the pristine wilderness; home to hundreds of species of succulents, plants, birds, and wildlife. The Little Karoo is one of the country's most subtle, yet magnificent, desert jewels. The air seems crisper, the morning sun welcomes you and the only sounds to greet your ears are birdsong and the hurried whisper of wind through the trees.

Dream On Cottage

Prince Albert

Dream On is a bright, spacious, stylishly decorated cottage with breathtaking views of the majestic mountains and farmlands of Prince Albert. Enjoy splendid sunrises and sunsets from the veranda, relaxing at the beautiful pool and braai, and warming yourself at the indoor fireplace in winter. Dream On is a stroll away from town. It is a perfect base for cycling, hiking and exploring Prince Albert and the surrounding countryside. Welcome, and relax in this picturesque, elegant private haven.

Stable Rooms

Oudtshoorn

Stable Rooms is a self-catering cottage in Gamkaberg Nature Reserve, in the Little Karoo near Oudtshoorn, wide wilderness where fynbos, succulent Karoo and thicket meet under exceptional dark skies. It sleeps up to 8 guests. Off-peak rates from R305 per night (base 2 guests, additional guest R65 per night), peak season R735 per night. This is one of the CapeNature self-catering options in Gamkaberg Nature Reserve, bookable through Spekboom as part of the CapeNature travel-trade programme.

4 on Meiring

Prince Albert

Close to all amenities. Spacious and has a lovely, large veranda to enjoy the outdoors. Kitchen is well-equipped. Large water-wise garden. Wonderful birdlife. Plenty off-road parking. We now have WI-FI. Enjoy the wide-open spaces the Great Karoo has to offer cyclists, walkers and hikers, or book a cycle tour. PLEASE NOTE THAT THE COST OF ANY EXTRA GUESTS ABOVE THE FIRST 3 GUESTS, WILL BE THE BASE RATE, DIVIDED BY 3, TIMES THE NUMBER OF GUESTS. Airbnb do not give a function to price correctly! The space 4 on Meiring is a modern home built in the old Karoo style to give you that authentic feel. Other things to note PLEASE NOTE THAT THE COST OF ANY EXTRA GUESTS ABOVE THE FIRST 3 GUESTS, WILL BE THE BASE RATE, DIVIDED BY 3, TIMES THE NUMBER OF GUESTS. Airbnb do not give a function to price correctly!

Assendelft Lodge

Prince Albert

Assendelft Lodge & Bush Camp provides an escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, whether it's just an overnight stop as you travel along the N1 or a longer stay.

Skilpad Rest Camp

Skilpad is the rest camp of Namaqua National Park, set in the rugged hills of the Northern Cape's Namaqualand, a semi-arid landscape that is best known for one of the world's great natural spectacles. After the winter rains, usually in late August and September, the surrounding veld erupts into vast carpets of wildflowers, and the camp makes an excellent base from which to witness it. The accommodation consists of a small cluster of comfortable chalets looking out over the hills, peaceful and remote, with the wider park's gravel routes leading down toward the wild Atlantic coastline. Outside the flower season the country has a stark, sculptural beauty all its own. This is a place for slow exploration: walking trails, scenic drives and quiet birding, with klipspringer, steenbok and a wealth of hardy succulents and dwarf shrubs adapted to the dry Namaqualand soils. It rewards travellers happy to settle into the silence and the big skies.

Gamkaberg Campsite

Oudtshoorn

Campsites at Gamkaberg in the Little Karoo, with powered sites and rooftop-tent / off-road sites under exceptionally dark skies. This CapeNature accommodation is in Gamkaberg Nature Reserve, in the Little Karoo near Oudtshoorn, wide wilderness where fynbos, succulent Karoo and thicket meet under exceptional dark skies. Bookable through Spekboom as part of the CapeNature travel-trade programme.

Tankwa Karoo Rest Camp

Tankwa Karoo Rest Camp lies within the Tankwa Karoo National Park, in one of the most remote and arid corners of the Northern Cape, where the Roggeveld escarpment looks down over an immense, near-empty plain. This is true desert country, a land of red earth, low succulent scrub and silence, and the park is best known for its spring wildflowers and its extraordinary dark skies. Despite the apparent emptiness, the Tankwa is rich in specialised life. Gemsbok, springbok, klipspringer and Hartmann's mountain zebra range across the plains and rocky ridges, and the park is a magnet for birders seeking Karoo and arid-zone endemics. Accommodation is in cottages and converted farmsteads scattered across the reserve, simple and self-catered, suited to travellers who value solitude and space. There are few facilities for many kilometres, so visitors come prepared. The reward is one of the quietest and least light-polluted landscapes in South Africa, where the Milky Way arches undimmed from horizon to horizon.

Onse Rus Guesthouse

Prince Albert

Prince Albert's historic Onse Rus has been welcoming guests for the past 40 years. This beautiful restored mid 1800s Cape Dutch home offers tranquil serenity with stunning open thatched guest rooms and suites. Located within walking distance of the museum, galleries, tennis courts, theatre and restaurants. Features a beautifully appointed guest lounge, sparkling pool, shady garden with braai facilities, honesty bar, library, and outdoor gym. All rooms include luxury amenities, welcome drinks, complimentary port, air-conditioning, and 300 thread count percale linen.

Lilydale Rest Camp

Lilydale Rest Camp lies in the eastern section of Mapungubwe National Park, on the banks of the Limpopo River in the far north of South Africa, where the country meets Botswana and Zimbabwe. The landscape is one of riverine forest, baobabs, sandstone formations and open mopane bushveld, steeped in the history of the Mapungubwe kingdom, an Iron Age civilisation that traded gold and ivory and is now a World Heritage Site. The area supports elephant, a wide variety of antelope and exceptional birdlife along the river and floodplain. Game drives, guided walks and the interpretive heritage sites give the park a depth that goes beyond wildlife alone. Lilydale offers comfortable, restful chalets in a quiet riverside setting, an ideal base for exploring one of the country's most culturally significant and least crowded parks.