Southern Yurts

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Lodge Eikenhof · Western Cape

About

Eco-glamping accommodation on Diepklowe Nature Reserve, 1.5 hours from Cape Town, featuring yurts and cabins with private wood-fired hot tubs.

Accommodation

Luxury farmhouses, cabins, and handcrafted yurts with distinctive circular design accommodate 34–50 guests in beds. All units feature private wood-fired hot tubs, self-catering kitchens, bathrooms, and are built using upcycled materials. Linen, towels, and basic supplies provided.

Facilities

Private wood-fired hot tubs in each unit. WiFi available. Spring-fed water system with natural filtration. Biodegradable toiletries provided. Basic supplies include soaps, dishwashing liquid, firewood, coffee, tea, and salt. Some units feature indoor fireplaces and outdoor pizza ovens.

Location & Surroundings

On Diepklowe Nature Reserve, 1.5 hours from Cape Town in the Overberg. Features dog-friendly hiking trails and wildlife viewing including Verreaux's Eagle and Black Eagles. Near Houw Hoek Pass with access to Hermanus' whale-watching coast. Suitable for stargazing.

House Rules

Children: Allowed

Pets: Allowed

Rooms

Malachite Yurt Camp

Private glamping site accommodating 2–4 guests across two authentic yurts and a fully equipped kitchen cabin with indoor fireplace. Set between a cliff-face and mountain stream with views of Black Eag

Forest View Yurt

Luxury glamping yurt designed for two guests. Features a fully equipped kitchen, indoor fireplace, private wood-fired hot tub, elevated sunset deck, and cargo hammock. WiFi available for remote work.

River Cabin

Self-catering A-frame cabin for 2 guests in a secluded riverside setting within lush riverine forest. Features a Japanese-inspired walkway design and is fully off-grid and pet-friendly. Includes beddi

Botanica Cabin

Self-catering, pet-friendly cabin for 2 guests featuring a king-sized bedroom and a daybed accommodating one adult or two small children. Includes a fully fenced garden for pets, hillside mountain vie

King x 1 Sofa x 1

Kestrel Yurt Site

Private glamping retreat accommodating 2–4 guests across two authentic yurts with a dedicated kitchen cabin featuring an indoor fireplace. Positioned at the base of a cliff-face in a private, secure s

Klipboks Lodge

Private group accommodation sleeping 4–8 guests across four en-suite bedrooms (one queen and three twin-share), with glamping dome tents available for larger groups. Features an open-plan indoor/outdo

Queen x 1 Twin x 6

Location

Address

Diepklowe Nature Reserve, Botrivier, Western Cape

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Sleeps 50

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Features

Pet-friendly Award-winning Property Eco-glamping On Private Nature Reserve Dog-friendly Hiking Trails On Reserve Verreaux's Eagle And Black Eagle Sightings On Reserve Exclusive Bookings Available For Weddings, Retreats, And Events Upcycled And Recycled Building Materials Biodegradable Toiletries Provided Spring-fed Water With Natural Filtration Firewood Sourced From Alien Species Eradication Conservation Project Supporting Fynbos Restoration And Rewilding Near Houw Hoek Pass Near Hermanus Whale-watching Coast Over 250 Five-star Reviews Featured In Visi Magazine And Getaway

Activities

Hiking Whale Watching Bird Watching Wildlife Viewing Stargazing

Amenities

Wi-Fi Braai Facilities Solar Power Hiking Trails Yoga Deck Indoor Fireplaces Outdoor Bar Wood-Fired Hot Tubs Self-catering Kitchens Cold-water Plunge Pool Outdoor Boma With Fire Pit Outdoor Pizza Ovens Fenced Gardens Spring-fed Water System

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Elgin 3km Grabouw 4km Sir Lowry's Pass 11km Gordon's Bay 15km Somerset West 18km Bot River 18km