Calitzdorp
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In the Klein Karoo, the land of ostriches, wild flowers and birds, the land of majestic sandstone mountains cleft by spectacular ravines, of vineyards and orchards, lies elegant Calitzdorp. During the pioneering days hunting was good in the Klein Karoo and soon homesteads were built and by 1845 a community centre was established. The town enjoys a mild climate, especially in winter, and its mineral rich spring waters are a great attraction.

Take a walk down Queen Street, the oldest street in town, with its fine examples of Edwardian and Victorian architecture and don't miss the lovely stone church. In the adjoing church hall a team of local seamstresses has given Calitzdorp unique legacy in the form of 27 wall-hangings illustrating the gospel according to St Matthew. There is a small museum and two art galleries.

The Hennie Cloete Nature Garden offers a lovely view of the town and a one-hour walk to view many of the succulents for which Calitzdorp is famous. Further afield is the Gamkasberg Nature reserve, where the new protea Golden Mimetese was discovered. You can visit the five wine cellars on the wine route: Boplaas, Die Krans, Calitzdorp Winery , Axe Hill and Withoek, which produce a variety of red, white and dessert wines as well as the famous port for which Calitzdorp is world-renowned.

Take a drive to the spectacular Swartberg Pass, the Huisriver Pass or the Rooiberg Pass with its stunning flora and views and cairn of stones deposited by travellers to bring them a safe journey and good fortune. 27 km for Calitzdorp, a gravel road leads northwards through the Swartberg to the famous Seweweekspoort with its unique rock formation. Yet another drive worth taking is to Amalienstein, a town famous for its beautiful church and whitewashed buildings.


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Tel: +27(0)44 213-3022
Fax: +27(0)44 213-3273
E-mail: amberlagoon@telkomsa.net

Amber Lagoon

Amber Lagoon is situated between Calitzdorp and Oudtshoorn, 7 km off from the R62. It borders the Swartberg Mountains and the Gamka Nature Reserve which is the home to the endangered mountain zebra, an unusual protea, Khoisan Rock Art and marine fossils. Swim in the pool and search for succulents as you walks in the field and discover how your German hosts fell in love with this land. Big french pancakes with different fillings, home-cooked meals, braai facilities. We offer: B+B, campsites, tent accommodation and an open air restaurant.

Visit our website : www.amberlagoon.co.za



P.O.Box 163
Calitzdorp, 6660
Tel: +27(0)44 213 3402
Fax: +27(0)44 213 3181
Cell: +27(0)82 978-2372
E-mail: annasophia@xsinet.co.za
Anna Sophia’s Cottages

3 Fully equipped air conditioned (hot & cold) self catering cottages in cozy garden in town, within walking distance to restaurants and shops. Each cottage consists of a warmly furnished lounge, kitchen, 2 bedrooms and a bathroom. TV in lounge, kitchen fully equipped with stove, fridge, crockery, cutlery, coffee, tea and rusks. Bedding, towels, soap, shampoo etc. included, just bring clothes and food. Free morning newspaper on request. Safe carports. Braai facilities. Games room. Pets welcome, but limited to 2 dogs. R115 pp sharing a cottage, children half-price. Single person in cottage, R130. 4 Adults in cottage, R350 per cottage.

Visit our website : www.tiscover.co.za/anna-sophia


P.O. Box 1
Van Wyksdorp, 6690
Tel: +27(0)28 581-2440
Fax: +27(0)28 581-2464
Cell: +27(0)82 581-2461
E-mail: assegaay@akanihotels.com
Assegaay Bosch Game Lodge

Assegaay Bosch Game Lodge in association with Assegaay Air offers visitors to the Little Karoo a truly unique experience. “Our business is to charter guests in our 14-seater Cessna Grand Caravan Aircraft where you can enjoy a magical scenic flight along the Southern Cape Coastline, over the majestic Outeniqua Mountain Range, to the untouched mystery of the Little Karoo and the captivating beauty of Assegaay Bosch Game Lodge. Guests are accommodated in cozy thatched lodges, which are stylish and symbolic of the natural environment. During hot summer nights relax outside on the verandah and experience magnificent sunsets. A honeymoon suite is available on request. The Private Lodges each contain en–suite bathroom, air-conditioning, self-catering kitchen, open-plan lounge, fireplace, DSTV. The loft is suited to all you “sociable weavers” at heart, and provides upmarket bedrooms for larger groups, sports teams & school outings at a relatively inexpensive rate. A restaurant and bar is available for the convenience of all guests.

Visit our website : www.assegaay.com



P.O.Box 111
Oudtshoorn, 6620
Tel: +27(0)44 213 3786
Fax: +27(0)44 213 3786
E-mail: buffelskloof@hotmail.com
 
Buffelskloof Guestfarm

Seven kilometers off the R62, between Calitzdorp and Oudtshoorn, Buffelskloof Guesthouses offer you an unforgettable stay between the redstone hills. This is a working farm and we make our own wine ... enjoy a glass at sunset ! Here you will find peace and quietness like never experienced before. Buffelskloof Guesthouses offer you the choice of staying in any of its two uniquely restored old farmhouses : De Oude Opstal and Outa Piet se Huis. Both these houses are situated within walking distance of a beautiful river and farm dams. This is the perfect opportunity for you to enjoy a nice picnic accompanied with a good bottle of wine at the riverside. Outa Piet se Huis offers you: Inside and outside braai areas, Fully equipped kitchen, 2 bathrooms, 2 bedrooms with 4 beds, No TV.

Visit our website: www.buffelskloof.co.za


P.O. Box 229
Calitzdorp, 6660
Tel: +27(0)44 213-3760
Cell: +27(0)82 339-1554
Fax: +27(0)44 213-3933
E-mail:
calitzdorpcountryhouse@mweb.co.za

Calitzdorp Country House

Calitzdorp Country House offers spectacular views across a fertile valley of vineyards and orchards to the majestic Swartberg Mountains beyond. Five luxurious air-conditioned bedrooms, each with its own private patio, garden and fountain, are furnished throughout with Victorian, Cape and French antiques and graced with a fabulous collection of original South- and West African paintings, carvings and bronzes. Original Oregon wood floors provide the perfect mirrored showcase for a colorful variety of Persian rugs, adding to the overall elegance. All the Italian-tiled en suite bathrooms include showers, twin washbasins on magnificent granite slabs and best of all, outsize baths that invite intimate candle-lit assignations.
MasterCard and VISA. Children from age 16 welcome.
Owners Lyn and Allan Fabig look forward to making your stay as relaxed, as comfortable and not least, as memorable as possible.



Visit our website: www.calitzdorpcountryhouse.co.za



PO Box 12,
George, 6530
Tel/Fax: +27(0)44 213-3371
E-mail: info@calitzdorpspa.co.za

Calitzdorp Spa

Calitzdorp Spa is the ideal resort for relaxing in our natural hot spring baths, be it for having fun, or for therapeutic relief. The views from the Spa are awesome, and there is so much for enthusiastic eco-tourists to do and see. Our large Caravan and Camping sites are well shaded with electrical power points available in the one camp. Our second camp is ideal for caravan rallies and camping groups, allowing you to laager under the shady trees. Each site has water points nearby, and our well-located ablution facilities are of a top class quality offering abundant hot water, with dishwashing and scullery facilities adjacent. We have four and six bed, fully equipped, self-catering and extremely comfortable and intimately furnished chalets. Each chalet has its own private parking and individual braai facilities. Our restaurant facilities offer you the best of both worlds. Do your own self-catering, or let us pamper you with breakfast, lunch and supper.

Visit our website : www.calitzdorpspa.co.za



P.O. Box 1766
Oudtshoorn, 6620
Tel/Fax: +27(0)44 213-3851
E-mail: info@groenfonteinfarm.co.za

Groenfontein Guest Farm

Two three star self-catering cottages in the scenic Groenfontein valley, 18 km from Calitzdorp. Ideal for daily trips to Cango Caves, Swartberg pass and world winning port in Calitzdorp.  On this working ostrich, tobacco and cattle farm you can rest in tranquility.  Our activities include a farm tour, biking, hiking and bird-watching.  Linen, towels and braaiwood are included.   Traditional farm breakfast will be served on request.



Visit our website: www.groenfonteinfarm.co.za


P.O. Box 109
Oudtshoorn, 6620
Tel: +27(0)44 213-3783
Fax: +27(0)44 213-3291
E-mail: redstone@pixie.co.za

Red Stone Hills

This farm is situated at the foot of the Swartberg Mountain, between the Cango Caves, ostrich farms and the Calitzdorp Spa. A scenic, circular route combines the farm with all the other sights. The cottages nestle in a valley of vineyards surrounded by a range of colorful red stone hills, displaying their own natural windows. A paradise for the artist and children. Guests are assured of total privacy and tranquil surroundings. We offer bird watching, hiking trails, horse-riding, ponies, swimming (river), cattle, sheep and private ostrich tours. The cottages consist of two or three bedroom units with one or two bathrooms each, furnished with antiques, TV fully equipped kitchen, microwave, carport, fireplace and braai facilities. A traditional farm breakfast is served on request.
(Situated between Oudtshoorn and Calitzdorp)

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Visit our website: www.redstone.co.za



P.O. Box 240
Calitzdorp, 6660
Tel/Fax: +27(0)44 213-3880
E-mail: groenfon@iafrica.com

Retreat at Groenfontein

The Retreat is an old Victorian farmhouse in the lovely Groenfontein Valley conservancy, bordering on the 129.000ha Swartberg Nature Reserve and situated 20kms northeast of Calitzdorp on a scenic, winding gravel road. This lovely home has 5 comfortable en-suite bedrooms with French doors leading onto a patio, and 2 luxury rooms in a converted weaving-shed, both with King-size beds, which can be made up as twins, and magnificent views of the mountains (we let the luxury rooms for a minimum of 2 nights in the high season), while in the main house, the lounge and dining room - each with a fireplace - lead onto the verandah overlooking the sweeping gardens and majestic Swartberg. We enjoy treating guests to true Klein-Karoo hospitality with hearty breakfasts and traditional home-cooked dinners served with a continental touch. Vegetarians are welcome and we cater for problem diets. Enjoy peaceful walks along the charming lanes of the Groenfontein valley, climb into the foothills of the Swartberg, or simply relax at the pool and let the peace and silence soak into your soul. Children welcome. Winner AA Accommodation Award 2003, 2004 + 2005 (Category Guest House Full Service).

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Visit our website : www.groenfontein.com



P.O. Box 254
Calitzdorp, 6660
Tel/Fax: +27(0)44 213-3133
E-mail: sunshine1@xsinet.co.za

Rose of the Karoo

The Rose of the Karoo, situated in Calitzdorp, is a traveller’s oasis that encompasses B&B and self catering accommodation along with a charming restaurant, deli and ‘The What Not Shop’. The B&B offers stylish en-suite accommodation at reasonable rates, while a self catering alternative offers you country accommodation with total privacy. 3 en-suite Bed and Breakfast rooms. Self catering offers 2 available units that sleeps 3 and 5 respectively, both units are fully equipped. All rooms include a TV, tea and coffee making facilities and a fridge.

Visit our website : www.roseofthekaroo.co.za



P.O. Box 172
Calitzdorp, 6660
Tel(w): +27(0)44 213-3067
Fax: +27(0)44 213-3893
Tel: +27(0)44 213-3891

E-mail: spekboom@iafrica.com

Spekboom Cottages

Renovated historic "Nagmaal" cottages en-suite with double and single beds. Fully equipped for self-catering or B&B. Situated in Calitzdorp on the R62 half-way between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth in the heart of the Klein Karoo. Visit wine cellars, museum, historic buildings / church and fly fish in the Nell's dam. Enjoy beautiful scenic drives to Cango Caves and 5 mountain passes all within a days outing.



P.O. Box 15
Calitzdorp, 6660
Tel: +27(0)44 213-3642
Fax: +27(0)44 213-3603
Cell: +27(0)84 583-3642
E-mail: welgevon@telkomsa.net

Welgevonden Guesthouse

This charming guest house is situated on a small Chardonnay wine farm on the edge of Calitzdorp,
300 m off the main road and 50 km west of Oudtshoorn.

Four double en-suite bedrooms are tastefully decorated and furnished with country style pieces. Enjoy the generous hospitality and relax in the lounge with open fireplace, TV, games, books and kitchenette. A country style breakfast is served with apricots, figs and grapes. The rooms are in an outbuilding dating back to 1880. All the rooms open onto a verandah which overlooks the garden. Reed ceilings, patchwork quilts, cross-stitch wallhangings, down duvets and family heirloom furniture reflects the lifestyle of the Klein Karoo. Wall heaters, overhead fans and hair dryers to help make your stay even more comfortable. Swimming pool.



Visit our website : www.welgevondenguesthouse.co.za


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P.O. Box 1
Van Wyksdorp, 6690
Tel: +27(0)28 581-2440
Fax: +27(0)28 581-2464
Cell: +27(0)82 581-2461
E-mail: assegaay@akanihotels.com
Assegaay Bosch Game Lodge

It is a world of ravines, kloofs or gorges, cut deep into the mountains by streams lush with green vegetation en teeming wildlife. No matter what your preference, there is an experience for you at Assegaay Bosch Game Lodge. Eco-Tourism: bird-watching, fynbos viewing, hiking/walking trails, stargazing. Adventure experiences: mountain biking, guided 4X4 trails, horse riding, fishing, clay pigeon shooting. Excursions: Assegaay Bosch Game Lodge will assist you in discovering this magnificent region, we will organise, on your request, various trips to: Cango Caves, Highgate Ostrich Show Farm, Cango Wildlife Ranch, Oudtshoorn Hot Air Ballooning, Calitzdorp Wine Production – Boplaas & De Krans, Prince Albert via the Swartberg Pass, Cultural Heritage Tour of Van Wyksdorp, Organic Olive & Chilli Tasting. Other activities include conferencing, weddings, corporate team building, and special/theme parties.

Visit our website : www.assegaay.com



Calitzdorp Spa

Calitzdorp Spa is situated about 19.5km from the small town of Calitzdorp. The Spa is well known for its heeling powers and people come from over the world to come and relax in our warm and pleasant waters. We provide wonderful accommodation in the self-catering chalets and tent and caravan stands are also available. The Spa is also ideal for conferences and consists of a conference center and even a restaurant for those not eager to do the dishes.

Media and Public Relations Manager
Cape Nature
106 Adderley Street
Cape Town, 8000
Tel: +27(0)21 483-4728
Fax: +27(0)21 423-0939
Cell: +27(0)82 550-6546

E-mail:Amvnieke@pgwc.gov.za

Gamka Mountain Nature Reserve

6 trails from 20 min - 2 days
Gamka Mountain is an isolated mountain range in the Little Karoo, lying between the Swartberg and Reserve (9 428ha) comprises virtually the entire mountain range and is situated 33 km south-west of Oudtshoorn and 32 km south-east of Calitzdorp. The name Gamka is derived from the Khoekhoen ("Hottentot") word gami, meaning lion.

The Reserve was established in 1974 in order to conserve a local population of endangered Cape mountain zebra and their natural habitat. The terrain is rugged, with mountainous plateaux consist of table Mountain quartzites and shales, and Bokkeveld sandstone and shales.

Visit our website: www.capenature.org.za


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St Mark's Church

Style : simplified Neo-Gothic(1880)

The bells were cast in London and bears the date 1880. The beauty of this church lies in its stark simplicity. There is a possibility that it could be the second smallest Anglican church in the world - the smallest being St. Jade in Scotland.

Situated in one of the first streets in Calitzdorp: Queens Street, next to the Police Station(1930) Neo Cape Dutch


  Red Stone Hills

Called Enon-conglomorated stone in stone colourful red hills at the foot of the Swartberg , on a holiday farm called: Reds Stone Hills Holiday Farm.
Bushmenrockart found here and a large amount of birdlife, Rob Martin is busy with research on the farm for Robert's book of birds. This will be a main attraction for the "Enviromental and Outdoor Expo" in Calitzdorp 2 - 5 October 2003.


  Hennie Cloete`s Succulent Garden

One hour trails through the garden


Media and Public Relations Manager
Cape Nature
106 Adderley Street
Cape Town, 8000
Tel: +27(0)21 483-4728
Fax: +27(0)21 423-0939
Cell: +27(0)82 550-6546

E-mail:Amvnieke@pgwc.gov.za

Gamka Mountain Nature Reserve

6 trails from 20 min - 2 days
Gamka Mountain is an isolated mountain range in the Little Karoo, lying between the Swartberg and Reserve (9 428ha) comprises virtually the entire mountain range and is situated 33 km south-west of Oudtshoorn and 32 km south-east of Calitzdorp. The name Gamka is derived from the Khoekhoen ("Hottentot") word gami, meaning lion.

The Reserve was established in 1974 in order to conserve a local population of endangered Cape mountain zebra and their natural habitat. The terrain is rugged, with mountainous plateaux consist of table Mountain quartzites and shales, and Bokkeveld sandstone and shales.

Visit our website: www.capenature.org.za


  Groenfontein and Kruisrivier

Mountain splendour and regional architect along circular route (50km)
In the area is also two water mills that use long ago for grading corn.


  Matjesvlei (16 km out of town)

Secluded farms along aloe chad hills and also having a 4 x 4 route and hiking trails.


  Oude huis Gallery

Re-opended as Tim Robson Gallery in October 2002 in memory of the owner, the late Tim Robson (died in May 2002)
Landscape-waterpainting artist
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  Dutch reformed church - Wall hangings

27 applique tapestries done by the ladies in town, each 2.2 by 1 metre big. Depicting the gospel of St. Matthew as well as all the parabels of Christ.


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Ebennarts Restaurant


P.O. Box 254
Calitzdorp, 6660
Tel/Fax: +27(0)44 213-3133
E-mail: sunshine1@xsinet.co.za

Rose of the Karoo

Mouthwatering traditional fare is served, and promises to keep you coming back for more. Steaks, pizzas and an array of starters accommodate any palate. Local wines and ports, for which the area is well known, will enhance any dining experience. The restaurant is always a tranquil setting for the weary traveller, whether enjoying breakfast, lunch, dinner or a nice cup of tea, a cold beer or a glass of delicious local vintage. The deli offers an array of local homemade delicacies for which the Rose of the Karoo is famous. Shelves are lined with preserves, jams, pies, dried fruit, nuts and bakes - to mention but only a few!

Visit our website : www.roseofthekaroo.co.za


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