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Accommodation Description


Blue Crane Farm Lodge is a beautiful self-catering retreat perched on the slopes of the Houwhoek Mountains along the breathtaking Van Der Stel Pass in Botrivier, Western Cape. As you pass through the farm gate, discover a private paradise overlooking a serene dam where peace and tranquillity await. Considered a home away from home, the newly built, self-catering farm cottages, namely Woodpecker, Suikerbekkie, Piet my Vrou, and Fish Eagle, embody warmth and comfort. Each cottage, named after local birds by owner Bennie Engelke, features two bedrooms, an indoor braai/fireplace, a pizza oven, and a delightful wood-fired hot tub overlooking gorgeous Overberg mountain views. Enjoy daily deliveries of freshly baked bread and farm milk through the kitchen hatch, enhancing your stay with a touch of rustic charm.


Setting Description


Blue Crane Farm Lodge, located on the Van Der Stel Pass in the beautiful Overberg region of South Africa, is surrounded by the natural beauty of the Houwhoek Mountains. The small village of Botrivier, enriched by the Bot River and fertile valleys, serves as a picturesque backdrop. Engage in outdoor adventures, from hiking in the Kogelberg Nature Reserve to zip-lining in Elgin. The area, teeming with diverse birdlife and fynbos, is a haven for nature enthusiasts. Explore nearby attractions like the Southern Right Charters in Hermanus and the African Queen River Cruises in Stanford, making Blue Crane Farm Lodge the perfect base for a memorable escape.


Activities

Massage Treatments

Massage Treatments

Wine Farms

Wine Farms

Hiking

Hiking

Mountain Biking

Mountain Biking

Reviews

T. Brereton

Stayed at: Blue Crane Farm Lodge

The best stay

Incredible three night stay in Woodpecker cottage. The absolute quiet was definitely needed. Truly a different experience.

E. Taylor

Stayed at: Blue Crane Farm Lodge

Highly recommend this place!

What a lovely place to chill and relax. Everything is of good quality. Love the peace and quiet. Great views from the hot tub. Great sunrise and the stars at night are just so beautiful. Loved seeing the springbok drinking water from the dam and grazing so close to the cottage. The bread delivered each morning with farm fresh milk is just next level delicious.

K. Van Zyl

Stayed at: Blue Crane Farm Lodge

Perfect nature getaway

This little oasis is everything you need for a breakaway from the city and a breath of fresh air. We had such an amazing time. The units are all so beautifully decorated and very well appointed and the hot tub is a must. They are also very private and even feature an outside shower.

Location

Van der Stel Pass Road, Bot River, 7185

How to get there

Directions From Cape Town : *Take the N2 over Sir Lowry’s Pass *Pass Grabouw and drive over the Houwhoek Pass *Turn left at the 2nd Botriver offramp and go over the railway track *Turn right at Van der Stel Pass *After 6.4km on the gravel road the entrance of Blue Crane Farm Lodge will be on your left. *GPS coordinates: Please download the route before the time as the cell phone reception is very weak on the Pass : https://goo.gl/maps/zQCkQsCweBTCt73c9

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