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Oakdale Cottages

39 reviews

Self Catering

Capacity: 65 people
All ages welcome
Check-in: 14:00 to 19:00
Check-out: 10:00
Address: R323, Riversdale, 6670, Western Cape
From R1 200 per night, for 2 ppl

Description

Situated on the R323 leading to Ladismith, just 2 kilometres outside Riversdale, you will find the cottages. The 8 cottages are restored houses on a farm which belongs to Piet and Irenè Lourens. Come and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere on this dairy farm surrounded by cows. The best of all is the view that you have over the 'Sleeping Beauty' of Riversdale.

Accommodation comprises of 6 cottages, with an indoor braai facility, open-plan kitchen, lounge and dining room. The cottages are fully equipped with everything you will need in a kitchen. Bedding and towels will be provided unless otherwise arranged.

Please note this is a farm with chickens, geese, sheep, cows, and more. The animals are all around, and they may make noise in the morning, especially the roosters.

The property makes use of mountain water and supply from the well-known Korentepoort dam Scheme. The water has a brown colour but it is very healthy to drink and has no chemicals added to it. Be aware of the brown colour as it is caused by the tree roots.

Riversdale is a flourishing country town located along the National Road (N2) linking Cape Town - 300 Km to the west and Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) - 470 Km to the east. Riversdale's ideal location gives it the advantage of being a short traveling distance to seaside towns such as Still Bay, Gouritsmond and Witsand and is also an excellent base for one-day trips to explore the variety of natural beauty, interesting places, charming 19th century restored houses, breathtaking hiking, hang gliding, fishing and water sports, 4 x 4 trails, and abseiling alongside waterfalls.

Riversdale, Home of the Sleeping Beauty mountain peak - a well known landmark which never fails to capture the imagination - has earned its name of the Floral Paradise of the Garden Route because of the abundance of indigenous flora - referred to as Fynbos - which covers the mountains and surrounding areas. This floral rainbow is in full bloom throughout the winter months.

With farming being the main industry, activities include wheat and grain, fruit, cattle and dairy farming, sheep, ostriches, export flower farms and honeybush tea production.

Safety - the utmost priority is afforded to safety and security in this crime-free environment. A proficient and caring police force and a number of security companies, as well as neighbourhood watch patrols, exist.

Medical practitioners and paramedics service, operating from the local hospital, are available. Riversdal is a malaria-free zone.

George Airport is 120 kilometres away but Riversdale has its own airfield. The town has an all-year-round moderate climate with rainfall throughout the year.