Orchards Cooking School & Guest Farm, Tulbagh, Western Cape
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Telephone: +27 (0)23 230-0480, Facsimile: +27 (0)23 230-0480, Mobile: +27 (0)82 345-2258
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CATEGORIES: Accommodation in South Africa » Self Catering Villas & Holiday Houses » South Africa Bed & Breakfast » South Africa Guest Farms » South Africa Guest Houses » South Africa Self Catering » DESCRIPTION: If you are looking for an escape from the stresses of life, why not relax in the countryside in your own private house tucked away between the apricot and nectarine orchards. The house is rented out on a self catering or bed and breakfast basis. Orchards is set on Odessa, a working fruit, olive and wine grape farm in the picturesque valley of Tulbagh with its majestic mountains (snow-capped in winter), enchanting vineyards, fruit orchards and olive groves. The farm is situated approx 6km from the historic town of Tulbagh with its many restaurants and art galleries. This recently restored guest house has all the comforts of home, coupled with views that are out of this world! AccommodationThe house is rented out on a self catering or on a bed and breakfast basis and has 3 spacious double, en-suite bedrooms which open onto a reed covered veranda which has beautiful views of the surrounding orchards, mountains, spectacular sunsets and the tranquillity of the countryside. One of the rooms boasts a queen sized brass bed and a fireplace for chilly winter days. The other 2 rooms have oil heaters. They all have fans for summer. The living area is open plan and has a fully equipped "industrial style" kitchen (also used as a cooking school) with a separate scullery containing a dishwasher. The dining area seats up to 8 at an oregon table. The spacious lounge is comfortably furnished and has a fireplace, TV and CD player. There are French doors onto the terrace which has a built in braai. The house is fully equipped with linen, towels, crockery and cutlery. The ever changing Mountains form the backdrop to this picturesque farm. This is a perfect retreat, a place where the "Absolute Peace" will restore weary souls, and the only sounds are bird songs and the cry of the fish eagle. Activities on the farm and in Tulbagh Why not enhance your cooking skills or brush up on international cuisine like Italian, Lebanese or Thai at our cooking school on the farm. Hiking, cycling, fishing, swimming and birding are just a few of the things available. Discover the history of Tulbagh in one of the many museums in the village. Taste some of the award winning wines and olive oils of the valley, some within walking distance of the farm. Tulbagh is also centrally situated, making it an ideal base to explore many other interesting villages in the area. |
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DIRECTIONS: To Tulbagh - From Cape Town, via Wellington Take the N1, northbound, from Cape Town towards Paarl. Turn left at the (R44) Wellington / Klapmuts (Exit 47) off-ramp, heading left towards Wellington. After 20km you come to a four way stop. Cross over the four way stop and after approximately 2+ km's turn left, this is a continuation of the R44. This road leads towards Ceres. You'll drive through the scenic Nuwe Kloof Pass and after approximately 3km you'll see a turn off to Tulbagh - take a left here. Continue straight with the road until you reach a T-junction. Turn Left into the main road (Van der Stel Street). To Tulbagh - From Cape Town, via Malmesbury Take the N7, to Malmesbury. Turn into Malmesbury and follow the signs to Riebeek-Kasteel, Hermon. You will bypass Riebeek and Hermon and then the road joins the R44. Turn left to Ceres and Tulbagh. Drive through the scenic Nuwe Kloof Pass and after approximately 3km you'll see a turn off to Tulbagh - take a left here. Continue straight with the road until you reach a T-junction. Turn Left into the main road (Van der Stel Street). Directions to OrchardsFrom Tulbagh Once you are in Van der Stel STR (The Main Road) you will reach a 4 way stop, just past the Spar. Turn left and drive along the road until you see a farm called Montpellier on the left hand side of the road. Turn right onto the dirt road and after about 2km look out for the ORCHARDS and ODESSA FARM sign on your left hand side, and turn in there. Follow the signs to the residence to collect the keys (unless other arrangements have been made). If you have not given us an exact expected time of arrival, please call when you get to the Nuwe Kloof pass so we can make sure someone is on the farm when you arrive. |
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