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Emanating countryside charm, Bartholomeus Klip Farmhouse offers an authentic farm stay surrounded by the beauty of the Riebeek Valley in the Western Cape. Located on a working farm that spans vast landscapes and a private nature reserve, it serves as the perfect retreat for those looking to escape into nature, unwind and immerse in countryside charm and the surrounding beauty.
Accommodation at Bartholomeus Klip is tailored to offer both luxury and flexibility. The Farmhouse provides an all-inclusive experience with just five exclusive guest rooms, ensuring privacy and personal attention. For larger groups or families, the self-catering Heron House and Wild Olive House provide spacious living areas, private pools and fully equipped kitchens, ideal for a more independent stay.
Set against the backdrop of the Swartland's rolling fields and the majestic Elandsberg Mountains, Bartholomeus Klip is just an hour’s drive from Cape Town, making it a convenient yet peaceful escape. The surrounding nature reserve is a focal point, offering wide-open spaces where indigenous wildlife roams freely, adding to the farm's natural beauty.
Guests can engage in guided game drives to spot wildlife as part of the reserve’s conservation efforts. Hiking, mountain biking and kayaking on the farm's dam offer active ways to explore the landscape. Birdwatchers will appreciate the diversity of species, while food lovers can indulge in farm-to-table dining experiences at the restaurant.
R. Hollingworth
Stayed at: Bartholomeus Klip Farmhouse
Delightful trip
By far the best place we stayed in South Africa. Everything exceeded our expectations. Delightful staff making us feel like we were part of the family. The property is utterly charming and is like stepping back in time.
C. Lear
Stayed at: Bartholomeus Klip Farmhouse
Beautiful farm
Absolutely drop dead beautiful place to stay. From the rooms, friendly staff, yummy food, farm house to the massive mountain range views and nature reserve. This place is one of those true gems to stay at.
Elandsberg Farms, Hermon, Western Cape, 7308
Directions Travel out on the N1 and take exit 47, signposted as the R44 to Stellenbosch, Klapmuts and Wellington. On leaving the N1, turn left and follow the R44 for 20km until you reach a fourway stop. Proceed across the fourway stop and 2km later turn left at the road marked Distillery Street/ Wellington/ Porterville/ Ceres (still on the R44). Travel for approximately 26km until you reach the turnoff on the left to Hermon/Riebeek Kasteel. DO NOT TAKE THIS ONE but be on the lookout as our turnoff is 1KM LATER on the right, signposted BO HERMON. Follow the gravel road for about 2km until it curves to the left and then sharply to the right (at this point there will be farm workers' houses on your left and large sheds on your right). As you come out of the second bend you will see two white concave walls on your left. Turn down between the two walls and follow the road that heads towards the mountain until it reaches a cement drift, which you cross over. You then take the righthand fork and follow the road for about 3.5km until you reach the farmyard. As you arrive (PLEASE BEWARE OF SPEED HUMPS) you will see on your left some small buildings under the trees, and then you will pass Wild Olive House and a private home. The road then splits and you take the lefthand fork, towards the whitewashed wall with the Bartholomeus Klip sign on it. Follow the road up through the gardens under the oaks, and around to the parking area at the back of the house.