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Olive Grove Guest Farm is a true oasis; ideal for corporate travellers and families alike. There is a special atmosphere evident perhaps due to the olive orchards that are unexpected in the Karoo. This is also a working sheep and game farm. We are ideally situated only 15km off the main N1 route. Accommodation consists of seven Mountain View Chalets and six Olive Orchard Guest Rooms. All the units are TGCSA Graded and AA Highly Recommended; value for comfort in the Karoo. Here guests can delight in country comfort and escape to an authentic, Karoo olive and game farm experience.
Price @ from R 480 per Night
Accommodation
Seven Mountain View Chalets
These units are booked out on a self catering basis and sleep one to six people. The unit has two bedrooms, one with a double bed and the other with two single beds. A sleeper couch is available for extra guests, recommended for younger children. The bathroom has a bath with a shower; toiletries are complimentary with a lovely olive oil body lotion.
The kitchen is fully equipped extending to a braai facility on the back ‘stoep’. Extra freezing facilities are available. Tea and coffee facility is accompanied by fresh milk and home baked cookies. DSTV can be viewed in the lounge. All the units have air-conditioning, hot blankets and extra heaters to ensure a comfortable stay. Linen and towels are standard. Emergency lights and candles are available if Eskom fails. Insect repellent in each unit to help keep mossies at bay in the summer months. Water is fresh and not recycled. The units are serviced daily.
Six Olive Orchard Guest Rooms
These units are booked out on a bed and breakfast basis, they are non self catering. There is a queen-size bed plus one single bed in the room sleeping one to three people. Each unit is en-suite with a shower, complimentary toiletries including olive oil body lotion. The units are air-conditioned with hot blankets on the beds for a comfortable stay. Tea and coffee facility with fresh milk and home baked cookies. The bar fridge has farm fresh water to drink which is not recycled. DSTV in each unit. If Eskom fails there are emergency lights and candles in each unit. Insect repellent is a necessity. WiFi available. Friendly staff service units daily.
Breakfast & Dining
Dinner is served in the dining room or on the verandah overlooking the olive orchards. We also have a romantic setting under the fairy light tree (booked on request). Dinner is a three course meal that is typical country cooking garnished with fresh herbs from our onsite garden. Children younger than twelve are charged at a reduced rate. Dinner commences at 7pm.
Breakfast is served in the dining room or on the verandah overlooking the olive orchards. Lawn setting (on request). Breakfast is a Full English garnished with fresh herbs. Served from 7am.
The braai option is served in the “Hlalanathi” Boma or at the comfort of your chalet. Self-braai unless otherwise arranged. There is a wide variety to choose from for your braai, Karoo lamb chops, venison and mutton braai wors, potato bake, country salad and braai sandwiches for the coals. If we know you are going to braai we arrange a bag of wood with blitz for your unit. An olive platter is a winner to enjoy with a glass of wine while braaing.
Lunch packs are available at an additional charge.
Weddings & Functions
Taking care of your wedding details is what we do from start to finish. It all comes together in our studio from the conceptualisation stage right to the coordination and set up of your BIG day, we will ensure your wedding is one of a kind and turn all your dreams into a reality!
The outdoor courtyard lawn area overlooks the karoo range and is picture perfect for wedding ceremonies as well as our lapa and pool area suitable for welcome drinks and canapés. The rustic reception hall is one of a kind and will create a beautiful ambiance for your special day! At your request we can gladly offer you an exciting drive for you and your guests in our farm viewing vehicle. Olive Grove Guest Farm™ function venue can cater for 150- 200 guests and 60 guests for accommodation.
Activities & Attractions
Nature offers a safe and clean environment for activity or if you so choose simple relaxation. Our guests are welcome to roam freely on our 5000ha farm by walking, jogging or mountain biking with the chance of seeing game.
The swimming pool is a firm favourite in the summer months, towels are provided. If you need to stretch your legs after a long journey there is a short trail (Porcupine Trail), informative booklet, bird list and walking sticks make this an enjoyable experience. There are signposted and measured routes of different distances in every direction of the farm encouraging walking, jogging, mountain biking or quad biking, the chances of seeing springbuck, gemsbuck, blesbuck and other species is good.
If the dam has enough water the children always enjoy the canoes. If you would like to know more about our farm and olive processing, Ian will kindly take you on a farm tour. The Karoo National Park is a stones throw away and can be visited for a day with a picnic basket. Don’t forget to watch the sun go down around the fire with a drink at hand. All activities are extras that are charged accordingly.
Contact Details
Phone: +27 (0) 23 414 3397
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Website: www.olivegrove.co.za
1,5km past the Karoo National Park entrance, turn left on the N12, Oudtshoorn Road, 15km, find Olive Grove Guest Farm™ on the left hand side.
Matoppo Inn is a beautifully restored drostdy building, dating back to the 17th century and is situated within a sprawling, lush garden estate in the heart of the Karoo. This guest house is an urban sanctuary with a romantic heritage, a unique sense of style and a commitment to service excellence. Whether travelling through the Karoo for business or for leisure, Matoppo Inn is an elegant oasis which offers luxurious accommodation in the peace and serenity of a spacious Karoo environment.
Price @ from R 550 per Night
Accommodation
The 14 tastefully, individually decorated rooms are all equipped with
• Bar fridge
• Tea and coffee facilities
• Satellite TV with 40 channels
• Air-conditioning
• Electric blankets
• Hairdryer
• One Family Room with two en suite units with inter leading doors.
• Some rooms have fold-out couches for extra sleeping
Also on offer is our room for the disabled. This room complies with the standards of Disabled Travel. The Antique Rooms have an antique bath and shower, his and her basins, a fireplace and a 4-poster bed.
Facilities
• Guest Lounge
• Air-conditioner
• Parking - secure / open
• Swimming pool
• DStv with 40 channels
• Hairdryer
• Pet friendly
Special Facilities
• Coffee shop
• Secure, off-street parking
• Daily newspapers
• Child friendly facilities
• Swimming pool
• Pets allowed
• Splendid garden
• Spacious and delightful courtyard
Breakfast & Dining
Breakfast, lunch and dinner is served in the dining room which dates back to the 1830's. In summer, Karoo cuisine can be enjoyed in the courtyard or in the beautiful garden.
Contact Details
Phone: 023 415 1055
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Website: www.matoppoinn.co.za
7 Bird Street, Beaufort West, 6970, South Africa
Villa Contessa offers accommodation in luxury rooms in Beaufort West. While here you have easy access to a variety of attractions, wine estates, nature reserves, mountain biking routes and 4x4 trails. This is the ideal spot for a tranquil getaway with something to do for everyone. Our building was born in 1896 which makes it one of the oldest Vintage houses in Beaufort west, situated on a corner plot next to a river. The new owner Edith amazingly succeeded in creating a different feeling to this well designed 4 star Boutique Guest House. Karoo dishes are served for dinner on request.
Price @ from R 2 020 per Night
Accommodation
The luxury spacious bedrooms with beautiful bathrooms capture a walk-through renaissance, art deco, contemporary and Karoo vintage. Rooms are all well-equipped with excellent beds, luxury clean crisp linen, TV, Wi-Fi, a fridge, air-con.
The names of the rooms at Villa Contessa was carefully chosen to salute the famous legendary actors and singers from way back for their contribution to society; Grace Kelly, Antonio Banderas, Sophia Loren, Omar Shariff, Frank Sinatra and Freddy Mercury.
Grace Kelly
This room sleeps two guests in a Queen-size bed. There is an en-suite bathroom with a large shower. The unit has its own courtyard with outside table and chairs.
Antonio Banderas
This room sleeps two guests in a Queen-size bed and has an en-suite bathroom with a big shower.
Sophia Loren
This luxury room sleeps two adults and two children in a Queen-size bed and two sleeper couches. There is an en-suite bathroom with a shower.
Omar Sharif
This room sleeps two adults and one child in a Queen-size bed and a single bed. There are two arm chairs and a bathroom with a bath and shower.
Frank Sinatra
This room sleeps two guests in a Queen-size bed and has an en-suite bathroom with a bath and a big shower.
Breakfast & Dining
• Breakfast is served on the stoep or small dining room from 7 to 10 pm.
• Karoo dishes are served for dinner on request.
• There is braai facilities but confirm with reservation.
Contact Details
Phone: +27 82 545 7602
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Website: www.villacontessakaroo.co.za
28 Voortrekker Street, Beaufort West, 6970
The very popular and well-known Wagon Wheel Country Lodge is conveniently located just off the N1, 1km from the charming Great Karoo town of Beaufort West on the Johannesburg side. To satisfy the needs of all travelers we offer various types of accommodation from Deluxe, Standard and Economy rooms to family units, self catering, caravan facilities and backpackers accommodating up to150 guests. Surrounded by the spectacular scenery of mountain and desert views, the Wagon Wheel offers you warm hospitality and great comfort in a unique setting. Cool off in our sparkling swimming pool
Price @ from R 620 per Night
Accommodation
Deluxe Rooms
These tastefully decorated rooms with white percale linen offer air conditioners and heaters as well as DStv and tea and coffee facilities.
Standard Rooms
These include spacious family rooms as well as rooms with twin beds with air conditioners, heaters, DStv and tea and coffee facilities.
Economy Rooms
These comfortable rooms include family rooms as well as twin rooms and are excellent value for money. They have fans and tea and coffee facilities. They also have their own braai area.
Self-Catering Units
These units with fully equipped kitchens are well suited for extended stay visitors and can accommodate families as well. They also offer DStv.
Facilities
• Twenty four hour reception for late check ins
• Ample secure parking
• Two swimming pools
• Boma area
• Ladies bar
• A la carte restaurant offering breakfast and dinner
• Braai packs
• Wood
• Pet friendly
• Wheelchair friendly
Surrounded by the spectacular scenery of mountain and desert views, the Wagon Wheel offers you warm hospitality and great comfort in a unique setting. Cool off in our sparkling swimming pool after a days traveling before enjoying a refreshment and braai in our new boma while watching the Karoo sun set.
There is also the option of unwinding in the Ladies Bar and then enjoying a homemade Karoo dinner in our á la carte dining room. This is the perfect overnight accommodation on the N1 main route between Cape Town and Johannesburg.
We accommodate overnight travelers, business executives, families, backpackers as well as tour and conference groups. Our aim is to offer our guests the best value for money and our motto is "luxury for less".
View Rates / Availability / Book Online
Contact Details
Phone: 023 414 2145
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Website: www.wagonwheel.co.za
N1, Beaufort West, 7600, South Africa
Offering both Bed and Breakfast and Self Catering, 17 on Bird Guest House is located in the historical town of Beaufort West. The well known Bird Street is home to many guesthouses and to some of the oldest buildings in town. Furthermore this street is characterised by some of the oldest buildings in town, irrigation furrows and pear trees. It is here that 17 on Bird guest house is situated, waiting to provide you with an overnight experience you will not forget “Your Home on the Road”. 17 on Bird is conveniently situated within a 2 minute walk from the business hub of Beaufort West.
Price @ from R 550 per Night
Accommodation
17 on Bird Guest House offers 11 en-suite rooms and two self catering cottages. Accommodation and parking is secure with 24 hour surveillance.
King Rooms x 3
These rooms are semi self catering, with a small kitchenette. They sleep four people and are furnished with a King size bed and two single bunk beds. The bathroom has a bath / shower, toilet and hand basin and is en-suite. TV, DStv with hospitality bouquet.
Queen Rooms x 6
Four of these rooms have a queen size bed in the unit, an en-suite bathroom (shower / bath) TV, DStv with hospitality bouquet. Each sleep two people max. One of these rooms is a family room, furnished with a queen size bed and two single beds, an en-suite bathroom (shower / bath) TV, DStv with hospitality bouquet. Sleeps four people. Not self catering.
Twin Rooms x 2
These two rooms have two single beds in each unit (sleep two people each). There is an en-suite bathroom (shower / bath) TV, DStv with hospitality bouquet. Not self catering.
One of these rooms is a family room furnished with a Queen size bed in and two single beds, an en-suite bathroom (shower / bath) TV, DStv with hospitality bouquet. Not self catering.
Charming Karoo Family Cottages x 2
Cottage 1 - This cottage has three bedrooms (sleeps 6) and one bathroom. The Main bedroom has a double bed and the two other bedrooms each have two single beds in them. There is a full kitchen, lounge, small backyard.TV, DStv with hospitality bouquet. Fully self catering.
Cottage 2 - This cottage consists of two bedrooms. The main bedroom has a double bed and the other bedroom has two single beds (sleeps four to six people). The lounge also has a sleeper couch. There is one bathroom, a dining room, full kitchen. DStv with hospitality bouquet. Small backyard.
Breakfast & Dining
Meals are tastefully prepared within the comfort of the guest house. We are fully licensed and also sell soft-drinks at the reception. We serve a Full English Breakfast from 07:00 – 09:00 daily. Dinner is served from 18:00 – 20:00 and we offer a wide variety of meals from our very own Farm Butchery at Travalia. Enquire at Reception about the Menu options and to reserve a table. We also sell braai packs with side dishes for those who would like to braai.
Lunch and Lunch packs can be arranged on request.
Facilities
• A swimming pool is centrally situated for everyone to enjoy in the Karoo’s hot summer.
• We also provide braai facilities. Braaipacks and wood are sold at reception.
• We also have WI-FI internet and vouchers are obtainable form reception.
• 17 on Bird is Pet Friendly on prior arrangement.
Contact Details
Phone: +27 (0) 23 414 3744
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Website: www.17onbird.co.za
17 Bird Street, Beaufort West, 6970
