In the early 1800s, Shepherd’s Cottage was the home of the herders who cared for the animals on this land. Loving restored to modern standards, the Shepherd’s Cottage is now a comfortable luxurious self-catering cottage with a massive indoor fireplace and outside firepit, two en-suite bedrooms, and its very own private plunge pool. The cottage have inverter and battery for loadshedding. The space The game that live and roam across our sixty hectare private game reserve are free, wild – and peaceful. Because the accommodation is in the reserve, you’ll see game throughout your stay. In the mornings, eland and their calves graze around the cottages and occasionally drink from the plunge pool. During the day, springbok play in the veld and larger game such as wildebeest, zebra can be spotted. Birdwatchers will appreciate the large variety of water fowl near the dam. In the vineyards, on the farm and in the reserve you are also likely to see smaller animals such as the meerkat, the beautiful cape fox, the cape grysbok, and steenbok. Over time, many of the animals have become quite tame. You won’t be able to pet them, as they are not domesticated, but because of the setting and tranquillity you can experience them in their natural habitat, while walking through the reserve or even from the comfort of your own cottage. Guest access Guests have access to the reserve area in which the cottage is located as well as the vineyards and olive groves. Please respect the privacy of other guests as well as staff, staying in on the farm. Other things to note Due to the fact that the Shepherd’s cottage is located in our game reserve, guests travel about 1,5 km on good quality dirt roads to reach it. Please close doors and windows when working with food, as it may attract insects.