De Hoop at Papkuilsfontein

• Property TypeHouse
• Guests4
• Bedrooms1
• Bathrooms1

De Hoop at Papkuilsfontein is a property for self catering in Nieuwoudtville for up to 4 guests visiting the Upper Karoo region.

About De Hoop at Papkuilsfontein

Offering accommodation in Niewoudtville for four guests, De Hoop at Papkuilsfontein is an early sandstone, thatch-roofed building which forms part of the original homestead on Papkuilsfontein and was the first cottage to be restored. It lies 2km from the main farmhouse, was built all those many years ago on a fossilised sandstone river bed and is surrounded by romantic sandstone ruins and open veld.

Self Catering Accommodation

De Hoop sleeps up to four guests. The bedroom is furnished with a double bed and there are two single beds in one end of living room.

De Hoop is a historical longhouse with a spacious living room and hearth (fireplace where you can also braai). It is furnished with comfortable chairs and sofa conducive to reading in the warmth of the winter sun under a northern window. Another window opposite offers lovely views on the southerly side of the cottage.

The furnishings in the cottage are in keeping with the historic ambience and layout of a traditional longhouse. The living room leads directly into a bedroom with double bed and immediately adjacent bathroom with Victorian bath. There is an outdoor shower with hot water and a view onto the surrounding countryside – a real treat!

To cater for a family or good friends, there are two extra beds in one end of the living room. Please note that the people sleeping in the living room, shall therefore have to go through the bedroom to reach the bathroom.

The cottage has solar lighting and gas for 4 burner hob, oven and fridge as well as for hot water, and is fully equipped to be self-catering, although many guests enjoy having delicious two or three course dinners delivered to their cottage. Breakfast is always served at the farm kitchen at reception, 2kms away.

Facilities

• Solar lights
• Gas fired hot water, fridge, hob and oven
• Own splash pool & pergola
• Outside hot shower
• Free Wi-Fi at reception 2km away
• Self-catering or booked meals
• Inside fireplace, suitable for braai
• Outside fireplace for braai
• Quality Linen & Towels, Swimming towels provided

Please note

Wi-Fi is only available at reception, 2km away – so this really is a time to switch off and immerse oneself in the natural rhythm and beautiful environs.

Experiences

De Hoop has its own splash pool to cool off during long summer days. And an outdoor hammock is conducive to rest and relaxation.

Morning and evening walks through Fynbos on the beautiful hiking trail starting from your cottage, rides on the extensive mountain bike trails and sun-downers at the canyon are some of the activities suggested. You can also drive down to the canyon.

Detailed maps of the farm and trails and reference works on flora and fauna are provided in the cottage.