Osfontein Guest Farm Carnarvon Self Catering, Upper Karoo
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Always On

Loadshedding Proof

  • Inverter and backup batteries
  • Solar power
  • WiFi stays on
  • Gas cooker (stove)
  • Property TypeResort
  • Guests11
  • Rooms/Units3

Osfontein Guest Farm is a highly recommended property for self catering in Carnarvon for tourists visiting the Upper Karoo region.

About Osfontein Guest Farm

Situated in Carnarvon, Osfontein Guest Farm offers self catering accommodation in corbelled houses, an old stone shed and a tree house (the first tree house accommodation in the heart of the Karoo).

Corbelled houses have a unique history and only appear in a small area of the Karoo. They were the first houses built in the 1800's by the Voortrekkers and, due to a shortage of building materials such as wood, they were built entirely of stone making them warm during the winter months and surprisingly cool during summer.

Self Catering Accommodation

Choose from The Corbelled House, sleeping four guests, The Old Stone Shed, sleeping four adults and one child or The Tree House which sleeps two guests but is only used from the end of September to April – it is too cold otherwise!

Please see the individual unit descriptions with photographs below, to assist you with your choice.

Additional Facilities

Fires can be made outside and wood can be bought at the farmhouse. The farmhouse is within walking distance if anything is needed and also has a swimming pool where guests can cool off.

Experience

With all the wide open spaces, guests can go for long walks or head of on their mountain bikes. Sitting outside you will see the incredible star filled Karoo sky at night. This is the ideal place for guests who want absolute privacy and do not want to hear noisy cars or people, just the absolute tranquility of a Karoo farm, surrounded by the veld.

Features you'll appreciate

  • always on
  • swimming
    pool
  • parking
  • kitchen
  • braai / bbq
  • fireplace
providedonly in some rooms

In Room / Unit

  • Bathroom towels supplied
  • Bed linen supplied
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen (fully equipped)

On Site

  • Child friendly (all ages)
  • Parking (off street)
  • Smoking: none indoors
  • Swimming pool

Loadshedding Facilities

What is loadshedding? It refers to the temporary suspension of electricity provided by Eskom, South Africa's electricity provider, to reduce consumption and thereby the load on the national grid. To compensate, South African property owners are turning to solar power, inverters with backup batteries or in some cases generators to keep the power on, wherever feasible.

  • Inverter and backup batteries
  • Solar power
  • WiFi stays on
  • Gas cooker (stove)

Food & Drink

  • Braai / barbeque (BBQ)

Rooms & Rates

Select your check-in and check-out dates to view availability and the rates applicable.

The Corbelled House

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The Corbelled House

The house still has the original fireplace with its thick yellowwood beam. The house has two rooms; one bedroom is furnished with a double bed and the other with two single beds. The bathroom has a basin, loo and shower. Bed linen and towels are provided. The kitchen is equipped for self catering with an electric stove and fridge / freezer. Crockery and cutlery is provided. There is no electricity but candles are provided for lighting.

  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Fireplace  
  • Kitchen (fully equipped)

Qty: 1
Sleeps: 4 guests (max 4 adults)
Children: are allowed in this room type

Old Stone Shed

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Old Stone Shed

What was originally the sheep shearing shed is now a comfortable self catering unit for five guests. The shed is built of stone with reed ceilings and is equipped with electricity. There are two bedrooms; one furnished with a double and single bed and the other with two single beds. The bathroom has a basin, toilet and shower. There is also an outdoor shower. Linen and towels are provided. The lounge has a fireplace which adds to the atmosphere of this quaint unit and provides warmth during the cold winter months. The kitchen is equipped with everything needed for a self catering break.

  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Fireplace  
  • Kitchen (fully equipped)

Qty: 1
Sleeps: 5 guests (max 4 adults)
Children: are allowed in this room type

The Tree House

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The Tree House

This is the first tree house accommodation in the Karoo and consists of a luxury tent on a deck between trees. The tent is furnished with a double bed and all linen and towels are provided. Self catering facilities include a two place gas stove, a microwave and fridge / freezer. The Tree House is only used from the end of September to April – it is too cold otherwise!

  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Fireplace  
  • Kitchen (fully equipped)

Qty: 1
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: are allowed in this room type

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Guest Reviews

15 Reviews from SA-Venues.com travellers. All reviews are verified.

Verified reviewexcellent

Overnight in corbelled house. A natural piece of history authentically maintained. Natasha and Stegman were wonderful hosts. (Sadly a 5 degree wind decided to prevail at 35 kmph all day making sundowners on the hill-top and braaiing a serious challenge). Otherwise a tranquil Karoo farm setting well worth the visit

October 2023

Dave A. (Midrand RSA)

Verified reviewexcellent

A wonderfully different experience! A well-appointed venue, meticulously clean and tidy. Everything needed for a comfortable night's stay.

September 2023

Jill B. (Port Elizabweth)

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Need to Know

Child policyChildren of all ages are welcome.

Closest airport(s)George Airport - 400km

Check-in/-out timesCheck-in from 14h00
Check-out by 10h00

Payment methods accepted by the property EFT or secure online payment via SA-Venues.com

Listed on SA-Venues.com since October 2016

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