The Poplars
10 guests · 5 bedrooms · 4 bathrooms
From R 3,900 a night
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Original FarmsteadKaroo Cottage
About this place
Situated in the heart of the Great Karoo, between Graaff-Reinet and Nieu Bethesda, lies Sneeuberg Private Nature Reserve, a 14 500 hectare Nguni cattle ranch and home to a variety of antelope species. Sneeuberg provides an authentic yet luxurious Karoo experience comprising of four accommodation options. The Poplars is an old farmhouse which has been restored to accommodate 11 guests. A large lawn rolls into a copse of poplar trees, which protects the house from prevailing winds. A swimming pool fashioned out of an old raised dam with turquoise water and red umbrellas make an idyllic spot to cool off with a view of the Karoo plains. Large, spacious rooms and a variety of eating and entertainment areas both indoor and outdoor makes Poplars Farmhouse is ideal for special occasions, a holiday with friends and family, conferences or workshops. Poplars is 100m from Karoo Cottage (sleeping 6) which makes the two houses ideal for a larger group wanting to be close enough, but still have privacy.
Amenities
Bed linen
Smoke alarm
Outdoor furniture
Garden
Outdoor dining area
Towels
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Where you'll sleep
Sleeps 10
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What lives at Poplars - Sneeuberg Nature Reserve
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About Sneeuberg Nature Reserve
Important information
Check-in and check-outIn 15:00 · Out 10:00
Check-in Time
15:00 - 18:00
Please arrange your arrival within this time window. If you need to arrive outside these hours, please contact the host in advance.
Check-out Time
By 10:00
Please ensure you check out by this time to allow for cleaning and preparation for the next guests.
Cancellation and changes50% refund 30+ days
Refund schedule
- 50% refundcancel 30+ days before check-in
- No refundwithin 30 days of check-in
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Deposit Required50% deposit
50% Deposit Required
Deposit Due at Booking
The 50% deposit is required when you make your booking
Balance (50%)
due 14 days before check-in
Host Deposit Terms
No credit card transactions available. EFT payment only.
Pet policyNo pets
Pet policy
Pets are not allowed
Child PolicyFamily friendly
Child Policy
Children of all ages are welcome
Children aged between 0 and 3 stay free.
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Payment terms
A 50% deposit is required at booking, with the balance due 14 days before check-in.
Cancellation Policy
- 50% refundcancel 30+ days before check-in
- No refundwithin 30 days of check-in
Note: The 2.5% conservation contribution, payment processing fees, and any applicable referral commissions are non-refundable in the event of cancellation. Conservation contribution fees (2.5%) support conservation and community projects in the destinations you visit. Payment processing fees are absorbed by Spekboom for completed bookings, but cannot be recovered once a booking is cancelled. Referral commissions, where applicable, are paid to the referring party upon booking confirmation.
Payout Protection: Guest payments are held until the free cancellation window passes. This protects guests who cancel within their cancellation window and ensures hosts receive guaranteed payouts after the cancellation period ends.
House rules
Guests are expected to respect the house rules of each accommodation. These rules will be provided upon booking confirmation.
Check-in & Check-out
Check-in from 15:00 • Check-out by 10:00
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Poplars - Sneeuberg Nature Reserve located?
Poplars - Sneeuberg Nature Reserve is in Sneeuberg Nature Reserve, Nieu Bethesda, Eastern Cape, South Africa. The map on this page shows the area.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Poplars - Sneeuberg Nature Reserve?
Check-in is from 15:00 and check-out is by 10:00. Contact the host directly if you need to arrange early check-in or late check-out.
How many guests can Poplars - Sneeuberg Nature Reserve accommodate?
The Poplars sleeps 10.
What causes does a booking at Poplars - Sneeuberg Nature Reserve support?
A portion of every booking at Poplars - Sneeuberg Nature Reserve contributes to Endangered Wildlife Trust. See the property's causes section for how the funds are used.
How do I book Poplars - Sneeuberg Nature Reserve?
Select your dates on the Poplars - Sneeuberg Nature Reserve property page and submit a booking request. The host confirms availability, then you pay securely through Spekboom to complete the reservation.
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