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Oshoek River Farm Reservations: booksa@madbookings.com
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, the Borain 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
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Oshoek River Farm Accommodation
THE BOATHOUSE Sleeps 2 plus 2 kids
Situated right on the water's edge, the romantic Boathouse is 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. Separate shower and toilet.
The Boathouse is the ideal getaway for those who want privacy 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.
NIC'S HOUSE - Sleeps 4.
Nic's House, a recently renovated labourer's cottage, is a real
treat.
The open plan kitchen / dining / living area leads on to a wooden deck
with spectacular river views.
The fully electrified cottage has a separate bedroom with a king size
bed and its own fireplace and a fold-out couch and single bed in the living
area.
There is a full bathroom with bath, shower and toilet.
THE MAIN HOUSE
Sleeps 8 comfortably plus 4 kids. Ideal for large groups or families
5 bedrooms with 4 bathrooms & toilets.
The comfortably renovated thatched farmhouse is nearly 200 years old.
Situated 200 metres from the river, it fronts onto its own lawn with shady
trees - great for the kids.
The large front verandah is perfect for long lazy lunches and leads 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 smaller 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.
PETER'S HOUSE
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.
Oshoek River Farm Facilities
Safe swimming in tidal river
Riverside lapa
Fireplaces
Braai/barbecue at each cottage/house
Servicing by arrangement
Laundry facilities by arrangement
DSTV in Main House and Peter's House - bring your own smart card
Restaurant in village
Well-mannered pets by arrangement
Games/TV/music room in Main House
Vodacom Network signal
Oshoek River Farm Nearby Activities
Fishing on site (licence required)
Boat slip and floating jetty
Beach and river boat trips by arrangement
Slipway to launch your boat
Canoes
Bird-watching - over 120 species
Whale-watching nearby
All linen and beach towels provided
Email
Oshoek River Farm Reservations: booksa@madbookings.com
