The quality of peace and stillness defeats description. Gas-fire plumbing for baths, hurricane lamps for light - many guests have refused to come back if Willem installs electricity. Then there is the small matter of the gorge and waterfall, which I would have kept secret if I wasn't insistent on your visiting the farm. Your jaw will drop 180 meters into the canyon.
Take a picnic to the deep rock pools for swimming above the waterfall (or there is a charming old fashioned "farm dam" built near the cottages for swimming) and you can climb down into the gorge in an hour and a half. It's a magical place that not many know about and the van Wyks are lovely, friendly people who seem unable to put a proper price on what they have to offer.
Almost halfway from Nieuwoudtville to the farm Papkuilsfontein you will find our De Lande Guesthouse. This country style guesthouse is set in a fascinating landscape where three vegetation types and their respective geological formations converge (Renosterveld, Succulent Karoo and Dolerite Sill).
Sip your sherry around the fire in the lounge or enjoy the summer evenings on the stoep, before sitting down to a delicious three course dinner. Wall heaters and electric blankets are provided in each room to keep out the winter chills.
Relax in comfort at the De Lande Guesthouse, and enjoy access to the other fascinating attractions and activities on the M11842 (Fynbos walks, the canyon and waterfall, rock art and of course more flowers).
Property amenities:
The generous proportions of this typical Karoo style farmhouse accommodates 8 people with ease and comfort. There are 4 en-suite rooms, (one double and three twins). In the winter months the spacious lounge with fireplace offers comfort and warmth in the evenings, while the cozy sun-room on the east side of the house is the perfect setting for a delicious breakfast. In summer the shady "stoep" (verandah) and spacious rooms keep the house cool and refreshing.
Nearby attractions and activities:
** Hiking
** Waterfall
** Swimming
** Khoisan tours
** Birdwatching
** Mountain biking
** Offroad Trips
Location:
9km from Papkuilsfontein and 14km from town.
Policy:
Children under 12 stay at half price.
In Season: This is when the Namaqualand starts flowering:
1st of August to the end of September.
Rates are subject to change without prior notice.
Notes:
R370.00 pp Dinner, Bed & Breakfast.
Single supplement R210.00
Email it to a friend:
Click here to email this vacation to a friend
 |
| Check out these similar vacation offers: |
|
|
