Sympathetically renovated, it is an old building replete with original features such as yellow wood floors and large garden. 2 double bedrooms, 1 king/twin, 1 single room off main bedroom w/ cot & single bed. Please note, one of the double rooms and its en suite bathroom is in a converted outbuilding directly off the courtyard and accessed from the main house via any of its 4 French doors. The house is a refurbished old building which is typical of Graaff Reinet, and is roughly 140 years old - we have kept as many features as possible, such as high ceilings, thick walls and yellowwood floors. We hope this building gives you a sense of Graaff Reinet's character as one of South Africa's oldest and loveliest towns. There is a large garden in which to enjoy barbecuing under the stars around the firepit. Our gardener has turned part of the garden into a kitchen garden growing seasonal vegetables. Note: Please note that the garage fits one Fortuner-size vehicle. The properties are self check in and while the owner lives on a nearby farm, the manager is always available should you wish to meet or have any queries. She will message you on the day of your arrival with all check in details. Please note that the aircons are provided for cooling the houses in the hot summer months, not for heating. Blankets, duvets and hot water bottles are provided and each house has a fireplace. We try to keep our rates as reasonable as possible, so if you feel you do need to use the aircons for heating, please note that an additional surcharge of R150 per night will be raised.

We are privileged to live near the graceful town of Graaff Reinet, in the Great Karoo with views to marvel at and history to appreciate. We enjoy restoring classic period properties and welcome guests to enjoy their stay in this beautiful part of the world.

Graaff-Reinet is one of the oldest towns in South Africa and one of the most beautiful. There is a strong Cape Dutch architectural influence and the wide streets are lined with jacaranda and flamboyant trees. There are charming restaurants, museums and cafes, antique shops, spas, a bookshop, deli, and other local businesses, as well as larger country-wide chains for clothing, grocery and equipment purchases. The town is surrounded largely by national park, farms and private game reserves. The Valley of Desolation is one of many spectacular natural view points that guests should have on their sightseeing list, as well as the nearby mountain village of Nieu Bethesda with its fossil museum, the Owl House and many delightful restaurants.