Kamerkloof Guesthouse, Studtis, Eastern Cape
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Telephone: +27 (0)49 839-1008 / 1042, Facsimile: +27 (0)86 525-9479, Mobile: +27 (0)82 628-9448
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CATEGORIES: Accommodation in South Africa » Caravan Parks & Camping Sites » Holiday Apartments & Suites » Self Catering Chalets & Cottages » South Africa Backpackers » South Africa Bed & Breakfast » South Africa Guest Houses » South Africa Self Catering » DESCRIPTION: Kamerkloof Guest House is a self-catering guest house located in a World Heritage Site on an olive estate surrounded by olives trees in the heart of the Baviaanskloof. Kamerkloof is ideal for travellers and families wishing to explore the Baviaanskloof. It has beautiful unobstructed views of the surrounding Baviaanskloof and Kouga mountains. There are three 'Kloofs' (valleys) on the farm ideal for walking, swimming and exploring. Kamerkloof Guest House is home to Traverse Travel who arrange tailor made tours to and in the Baviaanskloof. Self Catering AccommodationThe Main Farm house has a fully equipped flat with kitchenette, lounge, separate bathroom and bedroom, which sleeps four. The Main Farm house is 250m from the Guest House. Kamerkloof Guest House can also welcome large groups of up fifty campers. Kamerkloof has a secondary facility which offers clean, basic dormitory accommodation with en-suite bathrooms. Guest House Features Stand alone quiet house Unobstructed Mountain Views Terraced farm house Located amongst an olive orchard Safe facilities All children welcome Fresh water reservoir with deck for swimming Secure Parking Tennis Court Two braai (barbeque) areas The fully equipped kitchen, dining-room and lounge A dormitory which sleeps 14 people Laundry Guest House Rooms En suite bathrooms Room Options: Twin / Double / Family Electrical Heating Fans The Ideal Romantic Getaway for A CoupleThe Guest House and Studtis Olive Estate could be yours and yours alone. You pick and choose what you would like out of your romantic experience at Kamerkloof. Whether you are an "energetic" sort of couple or a couple looking for a relaxing time away from everyday life this may well be the perfect romantic break option. Historical Farm AreaStudtis will serve to complete your education on the history and people of the Baviaanskloof. P.H Nortje, one of South Africa's acclaimed authors, was born in this area and his epics "Voetpad se Kloof" and "Die Wildedruif Val" are dedicated to the life and struggle of the people of the kloof. Look out for PH Nortjes house, on the way to Sederkloof Post Office. Local people call the Baviaanskloof "die uigesteekde paradys" At last species count there were 1161 plants, around 50 mammals, 310 birds including booted, crowned, black, fish and martial eagles, 56 reptiles, 55 butterflies, 15 fishes and the most diverse vegetation types in the Cape Kingdom. The Cape Buffalo and Mountain Zebra have been re-introduced and the rare Cape Leopard is also seen from time to time. Numerous encounters with baboons are, of course, certain. There is an abundance small mammals and antelope from the rock dassie to the klipspringer, the steenbok, the kuda and masses of majestic eland. Vast, Wild and Virtually UnpopulatedThe Baviaanskloof contains seven of South Africa's eight biomes! This natural treasure has led to the Baviaanskloof being declared a prestigious World Heritage Site. The area is also a Malaria Free area. Blessed with an endless water supply, Kamerkloof represents a true oasis on an otherwise dry landscape. The property is blessed with fresh, ever flowing mountain water that supplies us with all the drinking water. A Gateway for Adventurers and Outdoor LoversKnown for small stock farming and for the richness of its endemic plant species, its interesting cultural heritage and its abundance of bird and animal life, the Baviaans area holds ample opportunity for outdoor recreation. It is also the gateway to the Baviaanskloof Wilderness Area. Baviaanskloof Activities Sundowners and picnics in spectacular settings Guided walks with our field guides Indigenous forest walks Learn how to ride a donkey cart 4x4 routes Game viewing in a Wilderness Area Exploring kloofs Swimming in rock pools Mountain biking trails Exploring a wealth of Khoi-San rock art Overnight camping in the wild Excellent birding and photography opportunities Astronomy Community volunteering Leopard tracking notesKamerkloof Guesthouse is accredited by Baviaans Tourism. |
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DIRECTIONS: From George or Port Elizabeth take R322 to Studtis Olive Estate, Studtis, Baviaanskloof. An Alternative route is to come from Willowmore along the R322 if coming from Graaf Reniet. Coming from the West From the West, take the N2 and turn North onto the the N12 through George. After about 25km turn east along the N9 past Uniondale. Eight kilometres after a sign on your left to the R341,turn east along a dirt road for about 20km to a T-Junction, turn left to another T about 16km further and turn right. You will be on the R322, a dirt road into the Baviaanskloof. Coming From the East From the East, take the N1 west from Port Elizabeth, then turn Northwards along the R331 through Hankey and Patensie. This road becomes the R332 through Baviaanskloof. Please note that from Port Elizabeth the Baviaanskloof Road (within the Wilderness Area) are not suitable for sedan vehicles. A 4x4 or a High Clearance vehicle is recommended if travelling to Kamerkloof from the Eastern side of the Baviaanskloof. MAP: Available at: http://www.sa-venues.com/visit/kamerkloof/map.php |
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