Touws River Accommodation at Gecko Rock Nature Reserve Karoo Self Catering
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Always On

Loadshedding Proof

  • Inverter and backup batteries
  • Solar power
  • WiFi stays on
  • Gas cooker (stove)
  • Solar or battery-powered portable lights
  • Property TypeHoliday Rental
  • Guests38
  • Rooms/Units6

Gecko Rock Private Nature Reserve is a highly recommended property for self catering in Touws River for tourists visiting the Karoo region.

About Gecko Rock Private Nature Reserve

Gecko Rock Private Nature Reserve offers comfortable accommodation in the Nougaspoort Valley, just 25 km from Touws River, and offers visitors an eco-adventure destination. Our aim at Gecko Rock is to offer our visitors an unparalleled outdoor experience in one of the most unique natural areas on earth.

Gecko Rock is located within one of the World's most unique regions. Known simply as the Karoo. The name, ‘Karoo' originates from the Khoikhoi tribe, who long ago called the region ‘Garob' - meaning place of great dryness. The word eventually changed to Carro, and finally its present day form.

Self Catering Accommodation

Gecko Rock Private Nature Reserve offers visitors the choice of various accommodation options, including a wooden cottage, cabins or stone cottages.

Guests have unspoiled views and magnificent night skies and can enjoy days of hiking, mountain biking, rock climbing, photography and 4x4 trails.

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

Facilities

• BBQ / braai facilities
• Off-street parking

Activities

• Camping and hiking
• Guided 4x4 and 4x2 routes as well as driver training
• Rock climbing and mountain biking
• Flower and succulent tours
• Bird watching
• Star gazing

Features you'll appreciate

  • always on
  • parking
  • kitchenette
  • braai / bbq
providedonly in some rooms

In Room / Unit

  • Bathroom (separate)
  • Bathroom towels supplied
  • Bed linen supplied
  • Kitchenette (semi-equipped)
  • Smoking: not allowed
  • Tea and coffee facilities

On Site

  • Child friendly (all ages)
  • Parking (off street)

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)
  • Solar or battery-powered portable lights

Food & Drink

  • Braai / barbeque (BBQ)

Rooms & Rates

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

Rhebokvlakte Cottage

Rheboksvlakte offers a very private stay. Designed for two adults, the cottage will accommodate two small children on mattresses inside or just outside the door in a tent, where they can enjoy their own adventure. The cottage is furnished with a double bed and has a bathroom with a shower. Braai facilities are provided.

  • Bathroom (separate)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Kitchenette (semi-equipped)  
  • Smoking: not allowed  
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Qty: 1
Sleeps: 4 guests (max 4 adults)
Children: from 0-16 years are allowed; over 16 years treated as adults

Wooden Cabins

These larger cabins are furnished with single beds and have a modern kitchen area with full-size fridge / freezer and two plate gas cooker. Braai facilities are provided. The cabins make use of the communal ablution facilities in the camp site.

  • Bathroom (separate)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Kitchenette (semi-equipped)  
  • Smoking: not allowed  
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Qty: 3
Sleeps: 6 guests (max 6 adults)
Children: from 0-16 years are allowed; over 16 years treated as adults

Montana Vista

Enjoy the karoo mountains from a private pool or keep warm next to the indoor fire with your favorite drink. Two bedrooms with stunning views and one double sleeper couch. The equipped kitchen has a gas oven, stove, fridge / freezer with lots of space.

  • Bathroom (separate)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Kitchenette (semi-equipped)  
  • Smoking: not allowed  
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Qty: 1
Sleeps: 6 guests (max 6 adults)
Children: from 0-16 years are allowed; over 16 years treated as adults

Southern Nights

Indulge in breathtaking views, enjoy two luxurious en-suite bathrooms and spacious lounge with an indoor fireplace. Meet and eat on the generous stoep and savour the stars. There is a fully equipped kitchen that contains a stove, oven, fridge / freezer and basins. A beautiful spot for a quiet getaway with family and friends.

  • Bathroom (separate)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Kitchenette (semi-equipped)  
  • Smoking: not allowed  
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Qty: 1
Sleeps: 8 guests (max 8 adults)
Children: from 0-16 years are allowed; over 16 years treated as adults

Guest Reviews

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

Verified reviewexcellent

The scenery, the silence, the trails that we walked, the break from cell phones, emails, social media, etc. We walked the Seattle trail, glad that I did not put my vehicle through this route. We understand that the trails have been driven by 4x4 vehicles two weeks before our stay, but whoever drove that trail, knew what they were doing!

February 2024

Herman v. (South Africa)

Verified reviewvery good

The location was great - extremely scenic and tranquil.

February 2024

Samantha S. (SA)

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Need to Know

Response timeGecko Rock Private Nature Reserve typically responds to requests in 5-10 minutes.

Child policyChildren of all ages are welcome.

Closest airport(s)Cape Town International - 205km

Check-in/-out timesCheck-in from 14h00
Check-out by 11h00

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

Listed on SA-Venues.com since August 2018

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