Joel's Off Grid Cottage in the Klein Karoo

De Rust Avenue, 6650 Oudtshoorn, South Africa – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.6/10! <small>(score from <b>26</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.6
Scored 9.6
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
26 reviews
a view of a mountain in the desert at Joel's Off Grid Cottage in the Klein Karoo in Oudtshoorn
a bathroom with a bath tub and a sink at Joel's Off Grid Cottage in the Klein Karoo in Oudtshoorn
a kitchen with a wooden table and a refrigerator at Joel's Off Grid Cottage in the Klein Karoo in Oudtshoorn
a toilet sitting outside in front of a mountain at Joel's Off Grid Cottage in the Klein Karoo in Oudtshoorn
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Joel's Off Grid Cottage in the Klein Karoo

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  • Entire home
  • Kitchen
  • View
  • Pets allowed
  • Swimming Pool
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Parking on site

Located in Oudtshoorn, Joel's Off Grid Cottage in the Klein Karoo provides accommodation with private pool, free WiFi and free private parking for guests who drive. Housed in a building dating from 2020, this holiday home is 48 km from Cango Wildlife Ranch and 11 km from Schoeman S Gallery. The property is non-smoking and is set 44 km from Oudtshoorn Golf Course. The holiday home is composed of 2 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, and 3 bathrooms. Meiringspoort Waterfall is 21 km from the holiday home, while CP Nel Museum is 45 km away. The nearest airport is George Airport, 105 km from Joel's Off Grid Cottage in the Klein Karoo.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities
  • Swimming Pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Free private parking available on-site

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Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

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Staff
10
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.7
Location
9.6
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  • John
    South Africa South Africa
    “Nice to be out of town and off grid. Very pleasant drive up into the mountains (4 x 4)”
  • Mauritz
    South Africa South Africa
    “The location, the mountains and the scenery is really out of this world. The swimming pool has the best views and the whole property has been built with the guests views in mind. Really beautiful and the nature is fantastic.”
  • Nicoletta
    South Africa South Africa
    “The location is perfect and the attention to detail and care by the owner is exceptional.”

Hosted by Joel Immermann

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Joel Immermann
Off grid permaculture farm stay in the Klein Karoo tucked away on the Groot Swartberg Mountains . Our water is gravity fed from a spring in the mountains and is alive and is free of harmful chemicals and contaminants. We have 15 Km of hiking trails and the most beautiful pristine waterfalls. The cottage is fully equipped with two bedrooms, The main bedroom with a double bed and a second bedroom with two single beds or doubles up as one king size bed. An outside bathing area is a real treat to use. We have a natural spring water swimming pool free of harmful chemicals plus an outside toilet with views of the mountains. There is an indoor donkey that backs up as a fireplace to keep one warm on cold winter nights. We have just over a 1000 hectares of pristine land and boast no fewer than ten habitat types of the Klein Karoo on the farm from Fynbos to Karoo thicket and succulents. A hanging meditation chair on a "koppie" is the ideal place for stress release. All guest will need to sign an indemnity form on arrival. Check in time is from 12 noon to 5pm. Check out time is from 10am. Minimum vehicle requirement to cottage is a rear wheel drive with high ground clearance. pet friendly.
Come and experience this environmentally friendly space where we try to keep our carbon footprint as low as possible. The quality of the mountain spring water plus the pollution free air are added bonuses to this retreat on the Groot Swartberg Mountains where we strive to live in harmony with nature. WIFI and internet services available!!!
There is lots to do in and around De Rust. The famous Cango Caves is nearby as is Meiringspoort , the most beautiful pass connecting the Small Karoo to the Great Karoo. There are numerous Ostrich farms to visit in the area. Horse riding is available on a nearby farm as is star gazing through the telescope of the very knowledgeable James Van Vuuren. Then there is the magnificent Swartberg Pass which connects Oudtshoorn with Prince Albert, a small village in the Great Karoo. Or hike to a pristine waterfall on the property. Or simply just chill out on this magnificent paradise.
Language spoken: English

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Facilities of Joel's Off Grid Cottage in the Klein Karoo
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular facilities
  • Swimming Pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Washing machine
    Room Amenities
    • Heating
    • Hot tub
    Pets
    Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
    Outdoors
    • Private pool
    Swimming Pool
      Outdoor & View
      • View
      Miscellaneous
      • Non-smoking throughout
      Languages spoken
      • English

      House rules

      Joel's Off Grid Cottage in the Klein Karoo takes special requests - add in the next step!

      Check-in

      From 12:00 to 17:00

      You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

      Check-out

      From 09:00 to 10:00

       

      Cancellation/
      prepayment

      Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

      Children and beds

      Child policies

      Children of any age are welcome.

      To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

      Cot and extra bed policies

      No cots or extra beds are available.

      No age restriction

      There is no age requirement for check-in

      Payments by Booking.com

      Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.

      Smoking

      Smoking is not allowed.

      Parties

      Parties/events are not allowed

      Pets

      Free! Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

      The fine print
      Need-to-know information for guests at this property

      Please inform Joel's Off Grid Cottage in the Klein Karoo in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

      This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

      Legal information

      This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

      FAQs about Joel's Off Grid Cottage in the Klein Karoo

      • Joel's Off Grid Cottage in the Klein Karoo offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

        • Swimming Pool

      • Joel's Off Grid Cottage in the Klein Karoo can accommodate the following group size:

        • 4 guests

        For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

      • Check-in at Joel's Off Grid Cottage in the Klein Karoo is from 12:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

      • Yes, there is a private pool. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Joel's Off Grid Cottage in the Klein Karoo on this page.

      • Joel's Off Grid Cottage in the Klein Karoo has the following number of bedrooms:

        • 2 bedrooms

        For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

      • Joel's Off Grid Cottage in the Klein Karoo is 26.1 miles from the centre of Oudtshoorn. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

      • The prices at Joel's Off Grid Cottage in the Klein Karoo may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

      • Yes, Joel's Off Grid Cottage in the Klein Karoo is popular with guests booking family stays.

      • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.