Come and enjoy the peace, quiet and wide open spaces

Welcome To Die Kilphuisie 


Die Kliphuisie is a small, rustic, no-fuss cottage situated on the banks of the Sonderend river. 

It is surrounded by the majestic foothills of the Sonderend mountains with hiking trails that promise breathtaking views. 

Set on a farm, you can indulge in outdoor activities such as bird watching, hiking, mountain biking, star gazing, swimming, fishing and loads more! 

There is no electricity, but a cosy fireplace and a 'donkey' for hot water.

Die Kliphuisie is pet friendly and perfect for nature lovers. 

If you are tired of city noises, this is the place for you!

 

Some information regarding your stay...

 

Included...

Linen and towels for the double bedroom (2ppl)

Kitchen equipped for 6

Cooking pots, pan, kettle, black 'potjie'

Dish-washing liquid, dishcloths, goldilocks 

Caravan gas fridge (small freezer compartment)

2 plate gas burners

Braai grid, -fork, -stand

Braai drum outside; braai area inside

"Donkie" water heater (wood provided)

Matches (for lighting gas stove)


 

BOOK IN & OUT TIME  
Monday - Friday

In any time after 14h00 | Out by 10h00 (except when no guests are booking in the same day – please ask in advance)

Saturday - Sunday

In any time after 14h00 | Out by 17h00

Bring your own...

Ice (if needed)

Swimming towels

Drinking water / Bottled water

Torch / camp lights / reading light 

Candles (Candle holders provided)

Insect repellent / Bug spray

Firelighters

Sun Umbrella (if needed)

Fishing equipment

Bedlinen/ sleeping bags / pillows/ towels for the additional guests (not using double bedroom)

Wood available @ R30 per bag (Please order in advance, payable with booking)

 

General information...
 

No electricity, but a cosy fireplace, Consol solar lanterns and a donkey for hot water

22km to the nearest town, Bonnievale & 38km to the historic town, Swellendam

Indoor bathroom with shower

Your sedan vehicle will get you here, BUT please note that there is a 16km gravel roads and we have no control over the conditions

The cottage has one double bedroom. In the open plan living area, there is a couch that opens into another double sofa-bed. You are welcome to pitch a tent. Wood is available at R30 per bag but must be ordered in advance. The river has clean water (although it is brown) and can be used. There is a kayak and paddles. There is limited cell phone reception. Pets are welcome, but please no pets in the beds! It is a rustic, no-fuss, farm cottage with no electricity or technical equipment, but we offer you Fish- and Martial Eagles, various owls, lesser game birds, many smaller birds, small game, frog- and cricket songs, outdoor hiking trails and wonderful night skies.