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Boplaas Cottages

HolidayStays Score: 4.0 / 5
Self-catering Calitzdorp · Western Cape

About

Two stone cottages offering self-catering accommodation in remote Gamkaskloof valley with private pools and dramatic mountain scenery.

Accommodation

Two stone cottages: Die Kliphuishouse sleeps 4 with full kitchen; Oom Hannes sleeps 6 across 3 bedrooms. Both feature self-catering kitchens and private seasonal splash pools. Solar-powered electricity and pure mountain spring water.

Facilities

Self-catering kitchens feature gas cookers and Dover stoves; stone braai facilities with grid and utensils available. Solar-powered electricity, pure mountain spring water, fresh linens, and one firewood bundle included. Shaded parking under walnut trees.

Location & Surroundings

Gamkaskloof valley accessible via Swartberg Pass from Oudtshoorn and Prince Albert (both 52km away) or Calitzdorp. Remote, dramatic mountain scenery with historic houses, schools, and graves. No cell phone or internet reception provides complete digital disconnection.

House Rules

Pets: Not allowed

Rooms

Die Kliphuis

Stone cottage with full kitchen accommodating up to 4 guests. Includes private splash pool for seasonal use in summer.

Oom Hannes

Stone cottage with 3 bedrooms accommodating up to 6 guests. Includes private splash pool for seasonal use in summer.

Location

Address

Gamkaskloof, Die Hel, null, null

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Directions

Accessed via Swartberg Pass from Oudtshoorn (52km), Prince Albert (52km), or Calitzdorp. Access via dirt road requiring high-clearance vehicle (4x4 not essential but recommended). One-way journey with occasional river crossings; a full tank of fuel is advised. Swartberg Pass entrance may close seaso

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Features

Remote Valley With No Cell Phone Signal No Internet Access 153 Bird Species Recorded Historic Buildings In Valley High-clearance Vehicle Recommended For Access Exclusive Hiking Trail Die Leer For Guests Seasonal Snow Possible On Mountain Pass

Activities

Wine Tasting Hiking Bird Watching Mountain Biking Photography Reading Stargazing River Swimming Pool Swimming Painting

Amenities

Braai Facilities Towels Firewood Gas Cooker Cutlery And Crockery Bedding Kitchen Utensils Shaded Parking Solar Electricity Filtered Water Private Splash Pool Fresh Linens Dover Stove Mountain Spring Water

Accommodation in Calitzdorp