Skooltjie Cottage

Close to Sutherland, renowned for vast landscapes and star-gazing. Perfect for adventurers and night-photographers. Treat yourself with the perfect Karoo experience, filled with blissful days, enjoying vast landscapes of rare endemic plant species stretched out to the Roggeveld escarpment in the background. Where endless clear skies provide bright starry nights to fill you with peace and leave you in awe. Relax and unwind in the Skooltjie, a comfortable, lost-in-time cottage (a farm school of the past), full of character and stories. It is located in the succulent Tankwa karoo area, relatively close to the town of Sutherland, one of the world’s premier destinations for star-gazing. The Tankwa National Park is nearby and a day trip to Middelpos via Gannaga pass will provide scenic views. Wi-Fi is available with uncapped data. Adding to your stay is an open plan living area and kitchen with comfortable seating, refrigerator, microwave, three-burner gas stove as well as a vintage wood stove for baking or keeping you warm. All essential crockery, utensils and barbeque equipment are supplied. There is an en-suite bathroom with a bath (no shower). The bedroom with a double bed has its own front door offering private access to nature. Crisp bedding and towels are provided for ultimate comfort. Be sure to pack the following for some adventures:
A bicycle for endless mountain biking on gravel roads, challenge yourself by doing a circle route via the Verlatenkloof and Ouberg passes. Hiking boots for a short walk to a picnic spot at the klipbanke on the river bank, for climbing the hill behind the farmhouse or even a proper mountain hike. Binoculars for viewing beautiful abundant birdlife and small game. Swimsuit for cooling down in the nearby reservoir.