Accommodation
Come Stay With Us
Skimmelberg Getaway is a renovated self-catering farmhouse that was built in 1990, set on a working rooibos tea, Buchu and citrus farm, between Citrusdal and Clanwilliam. This is a lovely getaway for a family or a group of friends, but is perfectly suitable for a couple as well, and is just 200 km from Cape Town on the N7.
This characterful old house can accommodate up to 8 guests, and is an ideal self-catering getaway, where you can unwind and experience the beauty and tranquillity of the natural surroundings of the greater Cederberg area. The house is very well equipped, but light breakfasts can be provided on request. We have credit card facilities on site.
The house has 4 double bedrooms, 1 with full en-suite and the other 3 bedrooms sharing a full bathroom with a separate toilet. The open-plan living area has comfortable seating, as well as a 8-seater dining room table. There is also a well-equipped kitchen, with dishwasher, washing machine and dryer. The rooms all have heaters, and bed linen and towels are provided. The house has an indoor fireplace, as well as braai facilities outside. Firewood is available for sale on the farm.
In our farm office, we offer a lovely product shop where we invite you to browse through our range of delicious teas and souvenirs. Enjoy hiking, swimming in the farm dam, bird watching, rock art paintings and long walks on scenic farm roads. The farm itself and wider area is also popular with rock climbers, anglers and mountain bike enthusiasts. The endemic Cape Fynbos and various game and bird species also contribute to the experience of being in the wilderness of the Skimmelberg Nature Reserve.
Activities
Guided Tours
Rooibos and Buchu Tours - A trip to Skimmelberg is a journey into organic farming at its best. Skimmelberg's farming operations take place on the doorstep of the Skimmelberg Nature Reserve. To see the real magic of behind what makes this totally organic product range so special, you have to visit the farm. The tour features the Skimmelberg farm, nursery, Buchu distillery, wormery, our shop for tea tasting and products.
Farm Experience
The farm with its Rooibos tea lands, Buchu plantations and Citrus orchards is set on top of a mountain range in the Skimmelberg Nature Reserve. Around you the mountainsides are untouched and indigenous fauna and flora abound, like the Queen Magnifica, small game, many bird species and even the elusive Cape Leopard, which is now a protected species. Skimmelberg is the ideal place to really get away from it all. The natural beauty and tranquility is truly a gift to your soul.
Hiking And Biking
here are no marked hiking & biking trails on the farm but Skimmelberg Getaway is left for you to discover on bike or foot on informal routes and gravel roads around us.
Accommodation
Skimmelberg Getaway can accommodate up to 8 people in total and is a lovely getaway for a family or a group of friends, but it is perfectly suitable for a couple as well. The house is very well equipped for self-catering, but light breakfasts can be provided on request.
The house has 4 double bedrooms, 1 with full en-suite and the other 3 bedrooms sharing a full bathroom with a separate toilet. The open-plan living area has comfortable seating, as well as an 8-seater dining room table. There is also a well-equipped kitchen, with dishwasher, washing machine and dryer. The rooms all have heaters, and bed linen and towels are provided. The house has an indoor fireplace and braai facilities outside on the stoep. Fire wood is for sale on the farm.
Facilities
• WiFi
• DSTV Premium
• Washing and ironing services available
• Complimentary tea and coffee
• Cell phone reception
• Guided farm tours available by prior booking
• Credit card facilities available
• Gift and Tea shop
Rates
• R625 per person per night single occupancy
• R525 per person per night for up to 4 people
• R500 per person per night for up to 6 people
• R475 per person per night for up to 8 people
Policies
A 100% deposit will secure your booking
No refund if cancelled 3 days or less to arriving.
Children are most welcome!
Call or Email Us
Skimmelberg Getaway
Tel: 027 482 1771 (office hours)
Carika Fourie - 065 591 3300
Ria Slabbert - 083 413 2944
Please send a WhatsApp message if you cannot get hold of us
International callers please dial +27 27 482 1771
E-mail: getaway@skimmelberg.co.za
GPS: -32.340100,18.799216
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Directions
Location
Skimmelberg is about 200km (just over 2 hours drive) from Cape Town. See the Directions Map.
Directions
From Cape Town take the N7, then 19 km after the Citrusdal turn Left onto the Markuskraal road. Follow the road for 9 km then turn right at T-junction. Continue for another 9 km and turn left at next T-junction. Continue 3.9 km along the dirt road to Skimmelberg entrance on your right.
GPS
32° 20' 25.35 S ; 18° 47' 57.45 E