Here life is slow, tranquil and gentle.
Welcome to Fossil Hills
Fossil Hills is situated on the farm Thornvilla in the Breede Valley between Robertson and McGregor. Thornvilla has been producing wine since 1950 and has been in the Naudé family for 3 generations and is currently a working wine farm.
Forming part of the McGregor Winery, grapes, plums, apricots and various vegetables are harvested each year by Botha and his two sons, Jacob & Anthon.
The name Fossil Hills, comes from the fossils that were and are still found on the farm which date back to the fish age of 355 million years ago.
Come and enjoy the peace and quietness of staying on a working wine farm near the most beautiful town in the Western Cape, McGregor. Here life is slow, tranquil and gentle.
Relax in total privacy while enjoying our spectacular mountain views.
Accommodation
Stone Cottage
Up on the hillside with great views over the farm and valley, Stone Cottage is a cosy cottage with thatched roof. As one frazzled parent proposes, “I could watch my kids cycling for hours on the many farm tracks below us.” Maybe you should follow suit and earn some well-deserved R&R on the covered stoep.
Our mountainous scenery owes much of its rugged charm to the Palaeozoic sedimentary rocks, dating back to 355 million years ago.
This valley can be visited throughout the year as each season reveals a gloriously secret beauty, especially for bird watching, hiking, fishing, picnics, cycling and resting. Enjoy tranquil surroundings and real farm peacefulness.
Facilities
1 x Outdoor KolKol Hot Tub
1 x Double Bed
2 x Single Beds Upstairs (can make double bed)
1 x bathroom with bath & Shower (sharing)
Fireplace – Braai/Barbecue
Outdoor Fireplace / Braai
Air-conditioner
2 Mountain Bikes
Kayaking by the dam
No Pet Friendly
Springboks in the reserve
Firewood included
Sleeps 4 People
(Min of 2 nights)
GPS: S33º55. 147’ E 019º 50. 435’
Pinotage House
Previously the venue of ‘Eseltjies Rus’ a Donkey sanctuary & restaurant just outside McGregor, this 5 bedroom main house and 3 bedroom annex has been transformed into a beautiful self-catering home.
Ideally suited for families, reunions and wedding accommodation that can accommodate up to 16 people.
With plenty of trees, a stunning garden and play area for the kiddies, this is the perfect break away weekend and the holidays.
Facilities
MAIN HOUSE SLEEPS 10 PEOPLE
5 Bedrooms
2 x Double Bed & En-Suit
1x Double Bed
2 x 2 Single Beds (Double bed option)
Bathrooms
2 x big bathrooms with Shower
1 x Outdoor KolKol Hot Tub
Large lounge and
entertainment area
DSTV
Fireplace – Braai/Barbecue
Outdoor fireplace
Air-conditioner
2 Mountain Bikes
Kayak and Boat
Swimming Pool
Private kids playground
Not pet friendly
FREE Wifi
(Min of 2 nights)
GPS: S33º55. 949’ E019º 51.436’
ANNEXUS SLEEPS 6 PEOPLE
Can be booked TOGETHER WITH MAIN HOUSE
1 X 1 Double En-suite
1 X 3 Single Beds En-Suite
Open Plan Kitchen
Air-conditioning in all rooms
Bedding and towels included
Outdoor braai facilities
Firewood included
RATES
Main House ONLY
Sleeps 10 People
(Min of 2 nights)
Main House and Annexus
Sleeps 16 People
(Min of 2 nights)
Each of our cottages have spectacular views of the valley. This is a perfect destination for a break away weekend or family holiday. A great area for cycling, walking, bird watching and fishing in our farm dams.
Explore the wine route of Robertson wine valley and spend quality time relaxing. Leave feeling rejuvenated & refreshed. Children friendly accommodation.
Lavender Cottage
The Lavender Cottage is situated on Thornvilla wine farm, just 3km from the quaint little village of McGregor.
From the front veranda you have a beautiful view over the vineyards as well as the McGregor Winery, McGregor town on to the Riviersonderend Mountains. There is also an indoor braai or fireplace as well as outdoor fire and braai facilities.
Facilities
1 x Outdoor KolKol Hot Tub
1 x Double Bed
1 x Bathroom with Shower
In Door Fireplace / Braai
Outdoor Fireplace / Braai
Air-conditioner
2 Mountain Bikes
1 kayak and boat with fishing rods
DSTV
Firewood included
Not Pet Friendly
RATES
Sleeps 2 People
(Min of 2 nights on weekends)
Aloe Cottage
Aloe Cottage sleeps up to six guests (including the Annex) and sports a double room with en suite shower and bath, with a second room with two single beds.
From the private patio you have a beautiful view over the dam on your left and also a stunning view of McGregor to your right.
Here you can relax in peace while listening to the song of Fish Eagles. There is also an indoor braai or fireplace as well as outdoor fire and braai facilities.
Facilities
Mainhouse (4 people)
1 x Double Beds
2 x Single Beds
1 x Bathroom with Bath & Shower
Annex (+2 people)
2 x Single Beds / 1 King size bed ensuit
FACILITIES
1 x Outdoor KolKol Hot Tub
In Door Fireplace / Braai
Outdoor Fireplace / Braai
Air-conditioner
2 Mountain Bikes
1 kayak and boat with fishing rods
Pet friendly
Firewood include
FREE Wifi
RATES
Main House ONLY
– sleeps 4 people
(Min of 2 nights)
Main House and Annex
– sleeps 6 people
(Min of 2 nights)
GPS: S33º55. 949’ E019º 51.436’
Aloe Cottage has won a Certificate of Excellence Award for McGregor Accommodation.
Lemon Tree Cottage
Add a little extra comfort and relaxation to your break away here at Lemon tree cottage.
Each cottage have its own private outdoor KolKol hot tub.
Imagine yourself soaking in a steaming hot pool on a chilly evening, add a crackling fire, an endless starry sky and a glass of wine or maybe make an early start to your day and enjoy the hot water whilst sipping on a freshly brewed cup of coffee and watching the sun rise on the horizon.
Lemon Tree Cottage is 1km away from the Donkey Sanctuary, Eseltjiesrus with a Restaurant for delicious breakfast or lunch! And the beautiful, historical town,
McGregor is just 3 km away.1km From Vrolikheid Nature Reserve hiking trail.
Lemon tree cottage: S33º55. 949’ E019º 51.436’
Facilities
2 mountain bikes and 1 kayak for fishing or canoeing on dam 200m away.
Picnic spot at the dam.
1 X Double room en suite – aircon (bathroom sharing)
1 x 2 Single beds en suite – aircon
Min of 2 nights
FREE Wifi
RATES
Sleeps 4 People
(Min of 2 nights)
Lemon Tree Cottage in McGregor received a Best Value Holiday Home Award
Tango Guesthouse
Tango guest house is situated on the same farm Thornvilla, McGregor.
Fully equiped selfcatering house on a wine farm.
Facilities
TANGO GUEST HOUSE (ACCOMMODATES 10 PEOPLE)
MAIN HOUSE (SLEEPS 4 PEOPLE)
1 x Double room – Air Con
1 X 2 Single beds (make double bed) – Air con
1 Kitchen fully equipped
1 X Dining room (10-12 seater table) with indoor braai
1 X sitting room
1 X Bathroom (bath & shower & toilet)
Indoor braai/outdoor braai
ANNEX 10M AWAY (SLEEPS 6 PEOPLE)
3 X 2 single beds (make double bed)
FREE Wifi
DSTV
Outdoor KolKol Hot Tub.
Indoor and outdoor braai, first bundle wood for free, dishwasher . 2 Mountain bikes. 2 Kayaks for fishing or canoeing.
The dam is 300m away from the house.
Different dirt roads and routes for you to ride on the farm.
RATES
(Min of 2 nights)
“The Proprietor, its agent’s and/or its employee/s shall not be liable for, and the guest/s hereby waive/s and abandon/s any claims of whatever nature including but not limited to that for theft, injury, loss or damage of whatever nature, against the Proprietor, whether arising from the Proprietor’s default, negligence or otherwise. The guest/s, in addition to the aforesaid, hereby indemnify the Proprietor against any claims which may arise from whatever nature, whether arising from the Proprietor’s default, negligence or otherwise.”
Albatross Cottage
Relax in your own private wood-fired KolKol Hot-Tub, soaking in the steaming water on a chilly evening. Add a crackling fire, an endless starry sky and a glass of wine.
From the front stoep with veranda and braai you have a beautiful view over the vineyards,and the Langeberge.
At your cottage there will be 2 mountain bikes for riding on the farm and 1 kayak for fishing or canoeing on dam 200m away.
This cottage is situated just 3km from the beautiful town of McGregor & 1km away from the Donkey Sanctuary, Eseltjiesrus.
Facilities
1 x Outdoor KolKol Hot Tub
1 x Double Bed
1 x Bathroom with Shower (En-Suite)
Open plan kitchen & living room
In Door Fireplace
Outdoor Fireplace / Braai
2 Mountain Bikes
1 kayak and boat with fishing rods
FREE Wifi
Firewood included
RATES
Sleeps 2 People
(Min of 2 nights)
“The Proprietor, its agent’s and/or its employee/s shall not be liable for, and the guest/s hereby waive/s and abandon/s any claims of whatever nature including but not limited to that for theft, injury, loss or damage of whatever nature, against the Proprietor, whether arising from the Proprietor’s default, negligence or otherwise. The guest/s, in addition to the aforesaid, hereby indemnify the Proprietor against any claims which may arise from whatever nature, whether arising from the Proprietor’s default, negligence or otherwise.”
Bateleur Cottage
Relax in your own private wood-fired KolKol Hot-Tub, soaking in the steaming water on a chilly evening. Add a crackling fire, an endless starry sky and a glass of wine.
From the front stoep with veranda and braai you have a beautiful view over the vineyards,and the Langeberge.
At your cottage there will be 2 mountain bikes for riding on the farm and 1 kayak for fishing or canoeing on dam 200m away.
This cottage is situated just 3km from the beautiful town of McGregor & 1km away from the Donkey Sanctuary, Eseltjiesrus.
Facilities
1 x Outdoor KolKol Hot Tub
1 x Double Bed
1 x Bathroom with Shower
1 x Sleeper Couch for kids
Open plan kitchen & living room
In Door Fireplace
Outdoor Fireplace / Braai
2 Mountain Bikes
1 kayak and boat with fishing rods
Firewood included
FREE Wifi
RATES
RATES
(Min of 2 nights)
Sleeps 2 People
“The Proprietor, its agent’s and/or its employee/s shall not be liable for, and the guest/s hereby waive/s and abandon/s any claims of whatever nature including but not limited to that for theft, injury, loss or damage of whatever nature, against the Proprietor, whether arising from the Proprietor’s default, negligence or otherwise. The guest/s, in addition to the aforesaid, hereby indemnify the Proprietor against any claims which may arise from whatever nature, whether arising from the Proprietor’s default, negligence or otherwise.”
Crane Cottage
Relax in your own private wood-fired KolKol Hot-Tub, soaking in the steaming water on a chilly evening. Add a crackling fire, an endless starry sky and a glass of wine.
From the front stoep with veranda and braai you have a beautiful view over the vineyards,and the Langeberge.
At your cottage there will be 2 mountain bikes for riding on the farm and 1 kayak for fishing or canoeing on dam 200m away.
This cottage is situated just 3km from the beautiful town of McGregor & 1km away from the Donkey Sanctuary, Eseltjiesrus.
Facilities
1 x Outdoor KolKol Hot Tub
1 x Double Bed
1 x Bathroom with Shower (En-Suite)
Open plan kitchen & living room
In Door Fireplace
Outdoor Fireplace / Braai
2 Mountain Bikes
1 kayak and boat with fishing rods
Firewood included
FREE Wifi
RATES
Sleeps 2 People
(Min of 2 nights)
“The Proprietor, its agent’s and/or its employee/s shall not be liable for, and the guest/s hereby waive/s and abandon/s any claims of whatever nature including but not limited to that for theft, injury, loss or damage of whatever nature, against the Proprietor, whether arising from the Proprietor’s default, negligence or otherwise. The guest/s, in addition to the aforesaid, hereby indemnify the Proprietor against any claims which may arise from whatever nature, whether arising from the Proprietor’s default, negligence or otherwise.”
Dove Cottage
Relax in your own private wood-fired KolKol Hot-Tub, soaking in the steaming water on a chilly evening. Add a crackling fire, an endless starry sky and a glass of wine.
From the front stoep with veranda and braai you have a beautiful view over the vineyards,and the Langeberge.
At your cottage there will be 2 mountain bikes for riding on the farm and 1 kayak for fishing or canoeing on dam 200m away.
This cottage is situated just 3km from the beautiful town of McGregor & 1km away from the Donkey Sanctuary, Eseltjiesrus.
Facilities
1 x Outdoor KolKol Hot Tub
1 x Double Bed
1 x Bathroom with Shower
Open plan kitchen & living room
In Door Fireplace
Outdoor Fireplace / Braai
2 Mountain Bikes
1 kayak and boat with fishing rods
Firewood included
FREE Wifi
RATES
Sleeps 2 People
(Min of 2 nights)
“The Proprietor, its agent’s and/or its employee/s shall not be liable for, and the guest/s hereby waive/s and abandon/s any claims of whatever nature including but not limited to that for theft, injury, loss or damage of whatever nature, against the Proprietor, whether arising from the Proprietor’s default, negligence or otherwise. The guest/s, in addition to the aforesaid, hereby indemnify the Proprietor against any claims which may arise from whatever nature, whether arising from the Proprietor’s default, negligence or otherwise.”
Eagle Cottage
Relax in your own private wood-fired KolKol Hot-Tub, soaking in the steaming water on a chilly evening. Add a crackling fire, an endless starry sky and a glass of wine.
From the front stoep with veranda and braai you have a beautiful view over the vineyards,and the Langeberge.
At your cottage there will be 2 mountain bikes for riding on the farm and 1 kayak for fishing or canoeing on dam 200m away.
This cottage is situated just 3km from the beautiful town of McGregor & 1km away from the Donkey Sanctuary, Eseltjiesrus.
Facilities
1 x Outdoor KolKol Hot Tub
1 x Double Bed
1 x Bathroom with Shower
1 x Sleeper Couch for kids
Open plan kitchen & living room
In Door Fireplace
Outdoor Fireplace / Braai
2 Mountain Bikes
1 kayak and boat with fishing rods
Firewood included
FREE Wifi
RATES
(Min of 2 nights)
Sleeps 2 People
“The Proprietor, its agent’s and/or its employee/s shall not be liable for, and the guest/s hereby waive/s and abandon/s any claims of whatever nature including but not limited to that for theft, injury, loss or damage of whatever nature, against the Proprietor, whether arising from the Proprietor’s default, negligence or otherwise. The guest/s, in addition to the aforesaid, hereby indemnify the Proprietor against any claims which may arise from whatever nature, whether arising from the Proprietor’s default, negligence or otherwise.”
OPEN VENUE/LAPA
Venue & Accommodation for 50
IT WILL BE AN HONOUR TO HOST YOU AND YOUR SPECIAL FRIENDS/FAMILY!
CATERING, DECOR AND FLORIST SPECIALISTS & BAR (No cash Bar)
The function coordinater (person who hires) organises all these specialities themselves, we can supply you with a contact list of caterers/florists/decor specialists in Robertson. On the list will also be contact details of music, DJ, photographer, videographer, beauticians, graphic designer, rental facilities, wedding/function co-ordinators, wine boutique, mobile bar, etc.
Items included in our hiring fees:
10 wooden tables
60 chairs
20 wooden church benches (Seating for 60)
2 wine barrels (perfect for pre-drinks)
3 zinc baths & 3 x 6L cocktail jars
Free Wi-Fi available
5 stainless steel cocktail tables
Stylish guest bathrooms with hand towels, soap & cleaning stuff
Kitchen and cold storage facilities
Standard cutlery & crockery (50 units of each)
Ice buckets, crockery & urn
Cleaning service the next morning after function
Picnic & fleece blankets
Free RSVP & wedding website
Additional costs/services to hire:
Bags of wood for sale
Music starter kit & microphone
Waiters/car guards/cleaners/bar tenders
Fairy lights/salad bowls/lanterns/bunting & more decorations
Patio gas heaters
Comfortable seating for 6
Cake stands/hot plates
Pinotage house accommodation
It is compulsary to book the Pinotage Self-catering House. See rates on our Website.
Pinotage House is a house which can accommodate up to 15 guests all together.
Fossil Hills can accommodate a total of 50 guests in total, we have 11 cottages all close to the venue.
Make sure you book out Fossil Hills venue and accommodation for 50 in advance!
