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Rietfontein Ostrich Palace is one of the highly recommended Calitzdorp guest houses and provides accommodation in 7 guest rooms for tourists visiting the Karoo region.
The Potgieter family established Rietfontein Ostrich Farm in 1879 and today the fifth generation of Potgieters farm the giant birds among the dramatic Red Stone Hills. Rietfontein is the oldest established ostrich farm in the world.
Kobus and Elmaré Potgieter welcome visitors to Rietfontein with its ornate Ostrich Palace built in 1909 for Kobus’s great grandmother.
Accommodation is available in beautifully restored cottages, tastefully furnished, all with en suite bathrooms.
Ostrich Palace:
Part of the main house, furnished with a King size bed and has an ensuite bathroom with both bath and shower.
Emma:
Furnished with a King size bed (or twin beds) and has an ensuite bathroom with both bath and shower.
Hoepoe 1:
Furnished with a King size bed (or twin beds) and has an ensuite bathroom with both bath and shower. Interleads with Hoepoe 2.
Hoepoe 2:
Furnished with twin bed and has an ensuite bathroom with a shower. Interleads with Hoepoe 1.
Ostrich Nest 1:
Furnished with a Queen bed and has an ensuite bathroom with both bath and shower. Ostrich 1, 2 and 3 share a communal lounge with fireplace.
Ostrich Nest 2:
Furnished with a King bed (or twin beds) and has an ensuite bathroom with both bath and shower. Ostrich 1, 2 and 3 share a communal lounge with fireplace.
Ostrich Nest 3:
Furnished with a King bed (or twin beds) and has an ensuite bathroom with both bath and shower. Ostrich 1, 2 and 3 share a communal lounge with fireplace. This room has a private entrance.
• Swimming pool - outdoors, not heated
• Wheelchair friendly
• Free Wi-Fi
• Secure, free parking
• Wedding and conference facilities
• Laundry service
• Beautiful garden to relax and absorb the quiet Karoo sounds
Breakfast is served in the old barn and dinner is available on request.
Ostrich Farm Rietfontein offers ostrich tours and a curio shop specialising in ostrich products and local handcrafts. There is plenty to do in the vicinity; it is an easy drive to the famous Cango Caves, also nearby is the Swartberg Pass to the pretty town of Prince Albert, with its breathtaking views. The Garden Route on the Indian Ocean coast is just over the mountains via the spectacular Outeniqua Pass or Robinson Pass.
Select your check-in and check-out dates to view availability and the rates applicable.
King / Twin Bed en-suite Bathroom (Bath and Shower), fully air conditioned, bar fridge, tea and coffee facilities.
Qty: 1
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: from 0-11 years are allowed; over 11 years treated as adults
King / Twin Bed en-suite Bathroom (Bath and Shower), fully air conditioned, Bar fridge, tea and coffee facilities.
Qty: 1
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: from 0-11 years are allowed; over 11 years treated as adults
King / Twin Bed with en-suite bathroom with shower only.Fully air conditioned , with bar fridge and tea and coffee facilities.With interleading door to room next door.These rooms are situated on the old farm yard, about 1km from the reception
Qty: 1
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: from 0-11 years are allowed; over 11 years treated as adults
King / Twin Bed with en-suite bathroom with shower only. Fully air conditioned, with bar fridge and tea and coffee facilities. With interleading door to room next door. These rooms are situated on the old farm yard, about 1km from the reception.
Qty: 1
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: from 0-11 years are allowed; over 11 years treated as adults
King / Twin beds with en-suite bathroom with shower and bath. Ceiling fan, Bar fridge, Tea and coffee facilities.Ostrich Nest 1, 2, and 3 share communal lounge with fire place. These rooms are situated on the old farm yard, about 1km from the reception
Qty: 1
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: from 0-11 years are allowed; over 11 years treated as adults
Twin / King beds with en-suite bathroom with shower and bath. Ceiling fan, Bar fridge, Tea and Coffee Facilities. Ostrich Nest 1, 2 and 3 share communal lounge with fire place. These rooms are situated on the old farm yard, about 1km from the reception
Qty: 1
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: from 0-11 years are allowed; over 11 years treated as adults
Twin beds with private bathroom with shower and bath, Ceiling fan, Bar fridge, Tea and Coffee facilities. Ostrich Nest 1, 2 and 3 share communal lounge with fire place. These rooms are situated on the old farm yard, about 1km from the reception.
Qty: 1
Sleeps: 2 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: from 0-11 years are allowed; over 11 years treated as adults
1 Review from SA-Venues.com travellers. All reviews are verified.
Verified review
The ostrich palace is a fantastic place, beautifully furnished and the hosts and food were amazing. Superb pool with great views towards the mountains. We would recommend to anyone travelling the R 62 in south Africa
October 2018
Ronald Saywell (Leamington spa uk)
Response timeRietfontein Ostrich Palace typically responds to requests in 5-10 minutes.
Child policyChildren of all ages are welcome.
Closest airport(s)George Airport - 70km
Check-in/-out timesCheck-in from 14h00
Check-out by 11h00
Payment methods accepted by the propertyVisa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners, EFT or secure online payment via SA-Venues.com
Listed on SA-Venues.com since June 2015
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