Vermaaklikheid Accommodation - Oshoek River Farm - Self Catering Holiday Home and Cottages - Southern Cape
 At the end of a private dirt road, lying in a spectacular valley on the banks of the tidal Duiwenhoks River, you’ll come upon Oshoek, a family farm now available to rent for your own holiday. A variety of secluded self-catering holiday homes are set on 20 hectares of pristine fynbos, with over 600 metres of private river frontage. Choose from the large old family farmhouse, Peter’s House or the quaint Boathouse. Oshoek is relaxed and comfortable, with everything you need to have a great time, without having to be on your best behaviour. Vermaaklikheid, a scenic unspoiled village, is 300km from Cape Town and 150km from George airport. The two closest towns on the N2 are Riversdale and Heidelberg. The weather is great all year round; rainfall is low; winter is cold at night, but the days are warm and sunny. The tidal river is safe for swimming and boating and is a nature conservation area; no water-skiing or tubing. The river mouth and beach, about 5km downstream, can only be accessed by boat. Boat trips by arrangement or bring your own. There is a lapa on the riverbank and a floating wooden jetty. Fishing is allowed; bring your rod and tackle and catch cob, spotted grunter, elf, haarders etc. – licence required. All cottages are fully equipped. Linen, towels and laundry facilities are supplied. A cleaning service is available on request. No pets - they chase the buck. |
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| Ideal for a couple plus 2 kids max. Situated right on the water’s edge, The Boathouse has been rustically renovated and furnished with flair. One large room with double doors opens onto the banks of the river, with a braai area and table. A separate sleeping area with double bed ensures privacy, with a foldout couch in the living area. There is a separate shower and toilet. The Boathouse is the ideal getaway for those who want their own space and the simpler life. Gas powers the fridge, stove and geyser and the cottage is lit with candles and paraffin lamps. A Godin wood stove supplies warmth in winter.      SLEEPS 12. 5 bedrooms with 4 bathrooms & toilets. Ideal for large families or groups of friends. The spacious thatched farmhouse is nearly 200 years old and has been extensively renovated and supplied with all the mod cons you may need. Situated 200 metres from the river, it fronts onto its own lawn with shady trees – great for the kids. Quarry tiled steps lead up to the large front verandah, perfect for long lazy lunches, into an open plan kitchen / dining / living area with a log fireplace for cosy winter nights. A full bathroom and separate toilet extend off the one end. Off the other is a bedroom with double bed and the leisure room, with another shower and toilet. Two full en suite double bedrooms with queen beds are situated off the central grassed courtyard, with a braai area and a prolific lemon tree, (help yourself.) Two more bedrooms are situated off the front balcony - one with two single beds and the other with two double bunks for the kids. The fully electrified house is equipped with a dishwasher, microwave, stove with oven, large fridge, video/DVD player, music system and DSTV - bring your own Smart Card. The leisure room has a pool table, dart board, piano and DSTV.      SLEEPS UP TO 7. 2 double bedrooms with 2 bathrooms and 2 toilets. Separate loft sleeping area. Peter’s charming thatched house, situated in a secluded wooded area near the water’s edge, is extremely comfortable. 2 separate double bedrooms flank a double volume, open plan living area with a Godin wood burner. The spacious main bedroom, with a king size bed, has an en suite shower and toilet and a separate entrance to the shaded front verandah, with railway sleeper table and chairs. There is a second full bathroom and separate toilet. The upstairs loft, with a separate entrance and large wooden balcony overlooking the river, provides additional dormitory style accommodation for 3 in single beds. The house is fully electrified and has a large fridge, microwave, VCR, music system and DSTV – bring your own Smart Card. |
 Per house/cottage Minimum 2 night stay High season - 1 September to end April (includes all South African long weekends)
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