3 Sleeper Cottage - The Barn

Accommodation Description

The Barn at Uitspan is an intimate, self-catering cottage set on a working 136-hectare olive and artichoke farm in the Klein Karoo. Carefully restored from original farm buildings, it offers a tranquil, private stay for up to three guests with classic Karoo character. The main bedroom features a comfortable queen-size bed, alongside an antique day bed for an extra guest, and an en-suite bathroom with shower. A well-equipped kitchen with fireplace flows into a separate lounge and dining area - perfect for relaxed mornings over coffee or shared meals. Outdoors, unwind on the veranda with built-in braai facilities and enjoy a small splash pool for cooling dips on warmer days. Rustic details and open views of the surrounding landscape make this cottage a peaceful retreat.

Setting Description

Situated 7 km from the R62 in the hamlet of Buffelsdrift, The Barn benefits from the serene pace of the Klein Karoo farmland. The property lies amidst rolling olive groves, artichoke fields and open Karoo veld, framed by distant Swartberg mountain views. Guests can explore easy walking routes across the 136 ha farm and discover seasonal riverbanks and indigenous vegetation. The peaceful rural location provides an authentic sense of space and quiet, with only average mobile reception and no intensive development nearby - ideal for an unplugged getaway. Just a short drive from Ladismith and Barrydale, The Barn also offers access to scenic Route 62 drives, local farm stalls, and wildlife sightings possible in nearby conservancy areas.

What We Love

-Private Karoo cottage with splash pool and braai veranda

-Spacious lounge and dining with fireplace for cooler evenings

-Walking opportunities across working olive farm lands

-Quiet location with broad horizon views and natural ambience

See also: The Manor at Uitspan Farm