Website: www.matjiesvlei.co.za

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Contact Person: Selma Nel
Telephone: +27 (0)44 213 3756
Fax: +27 (0)44 213 3756
Cellphone: +27 (0)73 174 1028

Street: Matjiesvlei Farm
Suburb:
City: Calitzdorp
Province: Western Cape
Country: South Africa

Matjiesvlei is a must see when visiting the Klein Karoo. Come 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 Damrivierkamp (the dam river camp), situated on the shores of the Gamka River.

This is an anglers 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. 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.

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

Accommodation:

Indulge in the comfort of the following historic, quaint self catering cottages nestled in this picturesque valley. The cottages have equipped kitchens, braai facilities, bedding, oil lamps, candles and hot water.

Thiart-Huis:
Built in 1936 by Pieter Thiart, this comfortably furnished and tastefully decorated cottage has 3 bedrooms and can accommodate 6 persons

Douglas-Huis:
This comfortably furnished and tastefully decorated cottage dates back to 1860 and consists of 3 bedrooms accommodating 6 persons in total.

Cloete Huis:
Cloete Huis is amongst one of the oldest buildings in Matjiesvlei and provides for the ideal honeymoon breakaway. The house is fully furnished with one bedroom and a beautiful view of the valley and Swartberg Mountains. A seperate bedroom with 2 single beds and bathroom is also available in the outbuilding.

Huis oppie Rant:
Huis Oppie Rant is a 3 bedroom self catering cottage with beautiful wooden floors and ceilings and a magnificent view of the mountains. Two of the rooms each have a double bed while the third room has two single beds.

The Dam River Camp:
A shady 4x4 bush camp with modern ablution blocks and hot water, on the banks of the Gamka River. Enjoy fishing, swimming and boating in Die Dam. Also walks and hikes. Starting at the Bush camp, ride the rugged Bôjaankop 4x4 trail climbing steeply to 540m with stunning views. Self catering cottages are available where you can relax and enjoy the magnificent scenery.

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 indigenous succulents
- Seweweekspoort
- Rooiberg
- Birding
- Horse Riding an Trails
- Mountain Biking
- Canoeing and Fishing
- Walking and Hiking Trails
- 4x4 Routes
- Museum
- Tractor Tours