Calitzdorp Accommodation at Matjiesvlei Guest Farm Self Catering in Karoo
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  • Property TypeFarm Stay
  • Guests28
  • Rooms/Units6

Matjiesvlei Guest Farm is a highly recommended property for self catering in Calitzdorp for tourists visiting the Karoo region.

About Matjiesvlei Guest Farm

Come visit Matjiesvlei - the gem of the Little Karoo. Matjiesvlei is a must see when visiting the Klein Karoo. Come and enjoy the serene and tranquil beauty of this valley, situated at the foothills of the Swartberg Mountains between Calitzdorp and Ladismith. Farming in this area dates back as far as 1821.

We offer you a peaceful, relaxing stay in one of our four self catering units: Douglas-huis, Thiart-huis, Cloete-huis and Huis Oppie Rant. If you prefer being even closer to nature you can unwind at our camping site, Die Dam Rivier Kamp (the Dam River Camp), situated on the shores of the Gamka River.

Self Catering Accommodation

Oupad se Kloof (Sleeps 4):
This unit consists of one bedroom with a double bed and one single bed, a bathroom with shower and another spacious room containing the kitchen, dining room and an extra single bed (ideal for children). The unit is fully equipped and has electricity.

Thiart Huis (Sleeps 6):
This tastefully decorated cottage has 3 bedrooms and can accommodate 6 persons Two of the bedrooms each have a double bed while the third room has both a double and a single bed. Please note that electricity is only available in the kitchen.

Douglas Huis (Sleeps 6):
This comfortably furnished and tastefully decorated cottage dates back to 1860 and consists of 3 bedrooms accommodating 6 persons in total. Please note that electricity is only available in the kitchen.

Cloete Huis (Sleeps 4):
One Honeymoon bedroom with double bed and seperate bedroom with double bed and bathroom is also available in the outbuilding. The house does not have electricity, but is equipped with sufficient candles, oil lamps and a donkey boiler for hot water.

Huis Oppie Rant (Sleeps 6):
Two bedrooms with double beds, 3rd bedroom has 2 x single beds. The cottage does not have electricity, but has oil lamps, solar panel & donkey boiler for hot water. Braai facilities, fully equipped kitchen and verandah. Magnificent view of the mountains.

Die Wa Huis (Sleeps 2):
Die Wa-huis is situated on top of a hill overlooking the Gamka river. Double bed. Stunning views of river and mountains. Without electricity but fully equipped with candles and lamps. Gas stove, fridge/freezer and donkey-boiler for hot water.

Activities and Attractions

This is an angler's paradise, with a wide variety of fish species including Yellow fish, Black bass, Eel and Carp. There are also fantastic water holes perfect for swimming and rowing.

The Bôjaankop 4x4 route takes you to the top of Bôjaankop from where you can enjoy stunning views of the Little Karoo. The trail runs through and along the Gamka river with spectacular views. The river crossings can be very interesting especially when the river runs high.

For most of the trail you need low range, but the trail is people and vehicle friendly and is great fun and a tremendous experience for the whole family. Like photographer, Richard van Ryneveld said 'A truly beautiful area, Matjiesvlei a hidden and undiscovered gem in the Klein Karoo.' It is easy to get to – approximately 13 km out of Calitzdorp (15 minutes drive) and only 3 – 4 hours from Cape Town and Port Elizabeth. For the mountains bikers can also enjoy most of the trail. We find that lots of people also like to hike on the route.

Matjiesvlei is conveniently located for day trips to Oudtshoorn with all its tourist attractions, The Garden Route, Die Hel (Gamkaskloof) and beautiful mountain passes in the area.

Activities in and around Calitzdorp
• Wine Cellars - Calitzdorp Wine Cellar, Boplaas, De Krans
• Art galleries exhibiting the work of well-known artists from the area
• A large variety of indigenous succulents
• Seweweekspoort
• Rooiberg
• Birding
• Horse Riding an Trails
• Mountain Biking
• Canoeing and Fishing
• Walking and Hiking Trails
• 4x4 Routes
• Museum
• Tractor Tours

We invite you to kick back and relax. Enjoy some of our delightful local wines while savoring the tranquil beauty as only Mother Nature can provide.

Features you'll appreciate

  • pet friendly
  • kitchen
  • braai / bbq
  • fireplace
providedonly in some rooms

In Room / Unit

  • Additional bed / mattress
  • Area information booklet
  • Bathroom (separate)
  • Bathroom towels supplied
  • Bed linen supplied
  • Children: cot, highchair, etc.
  • Cleaning materials supplied
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen (fully equipped)
  • Patio / verandah / balcony

On Site

  • Child friendly (all ages)
  • Pets allowed (by arrangement)
  • Reception (24 hours)

Food & Drink

  • Braai / barbeque (BBQ)
fluentsome understanding

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Afrikaans

Rooms & Rates

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

Oupad Se Kloof

Oupad se Kloof (sleeps four guests) consists of one bedroom with a double bed and one single bed, a bathroom with shower and another spacious room containing the kitchen, dining room and an extra single bed (ideal for children). The unit is fully equipped and has electricity.

  • Additional bed / mattress  
  • Area information booklet  
  • Bathroom (separate)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Children: cot, highchair, etc.  
  • Cleaning materials supplied  
  • Fireplace  
  • Kitchen (fully equipped)  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony

Qty: 1
Sleeps: 4 guests (max 4 adults)
Children: from 0-18 years are allowed

This tastefully decorated cottage has 3 bedrooms and can accommodate 6 persons Two of the bedrooms each have a double bed while the third room has both a double and a single bed. Please note that electricity is only available in the kitchen.

  • Additional bed / mattress  
  • Area information booklet  
  • Bathroom (separate)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Children: cot, highchair, etc.  
  • Cleaning materials supplied  
  • Fireplace  
  • Kitchen (fully equipped)  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony

Qty: 1
Sleeps: 6 guests (max 6 adults)
Children: from 0-18 years are allowed

Douglas Huis (sleeps six guests) is a comfortably furnished and tastefully decorated cottage dates back to 1860 and consists of 3 bedrooms accommodating 6 persons in total. Please note that electricity is only available in the kitchen.

  • Additional bed / mattress  
  • Area information booklet  
  • Bathroom (separate)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Children: cot, highchair, etc.  
  • Cleaning materials supplied  
  • Fireplace  
  • Kitchen (fully equipped)  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony

Qty: 1
Sleeps: 6 guests (max 6 adults)
Children: from 0-18 years are allowed

One Honeymoon bedroom with double bed and separate bedroom with double bed and bathroom is also available in the outbuilding. The house does not have electricity, but is equipped with sufficient candles, oil lamps and a donkey boiler for hot water.

  • Additional bed / mattress  
  • Area information booklet  
  • Bathroom (separate)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Children: cot, highchair, etc.  
  • Cleaning materials supplied  
  • Fireplace  
  • Kitchen (fully equipped)  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony

Qty: 1
Sleeps: 4 guests (max 4 adults)
Children: from 0-18 years are allowed

Huis Oppie Rant

Huis Oppie Rant (sleeps six guests) has two bedrooms with double beds and a third bedroom has two single beds. The cottage does not have electricity, but has oil lamps, solar panel and a donkey boiler for hot water. Braai facilities, fully equipped kitchen and verandah. Magnificent view of the mountains.

  • Additional bed / mattress  
  • Area information booklet  
  • Bathroom (separate)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Children: cot, highchair, etc.  
  • Cleaning materials supplied  
  • Fireplace  
  • Kitchen (fully equipped)  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony

Qty: 1
Sleeps: 6 guests (max 6 adults)
Children: from 0-18 years are allowed

Die Wa-huis is situated on top of a hill overlooking the Gamka river. Double bed. Stunning views of river and mountains. Without electricity but fully equipped with candles and lamps. Gas stove, fridge/freezer and donkey-boiler for hot water.

  • Additional bed / mattress  
  • Area information booklet  
  • Bathroom (separate)  
  • Bathroom towels supplied  
  • Bed linen supplied  
  • Children: cot, highchair, etc.  
  • Cleaning materials supplied  
  • Fireplace  
  • Kitchen (fully equipped)  
  • Patio / verandah / balcony

Qty: 1
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: from 0-18 years are allowed

Guest Reviews

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

Verified reviewexcellent

Many thanks for a very enjoyable stay at The Cloete House at Matjiesvlei Guestfarm. The facilities were very good and everything was available to cook up a storm! We mostly enjoyed the outside fire-pit! Our batteries are recharged with the quietness and stunning birdsong every day! If I can just make one small suggestion regarding the return of the house keys- maybe a locked 'post box' can be put outside of the old Post office/Museum to drop off the house keys. Then the owner can pick it up from there as opposed to dropping it off again at their office. But overall extremely enjoyable stay, thank you!

September 2023

ELKE K. (GEORGE, WESTERN CAPE)

Verified reviewexcellent

Highly recommended, the tranquility and beauty is absolute out of this world. I will surely visit them again, and this time I will stay much longer! I enjoyed every single moment.

August 2022

Lolèta D. (RIVIERSONDEREND, WC)

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  • Property listed on SA-Venues.com since October 2010

Need to Know

Response timeMatjiesvlei Guest Farm typically responds to requests in 5-10 minutes.

Child policyChildren of all ages are welcome.

Closest airport(s)George Airport - 105km

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 2010

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