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Valley of Ironstone offers charming self-catering accommodation with options to stay on our Karoo farm or in the historic town of Graaff-Reinet

Sunbird, Wild Olive and Ironstone Cottages offer comfortable self-catering accommodation in a renovated cottage located on an organic cattle farm, situated just 12.5 km from the historic town of Graaff-Reinet.

The Townhouse, Garden House and Morendat House are based in Graaff Reinet, a short walk from shops, museums, restaurants etc. Recently renovated, they are historic buildings replete with original features such as yellow wood floors and extensive grounds with large vegetable garden and fruit trees.

Garden Cottage is also recently renovated, with a double bedroom, en-suite bathroom, large open plan kitchen and sitting room. Private access, private terrace and private garden, all on a quiet street just around the corner from many of the town's best restaurants, galleries and shops.

The farm cottages are fully furnished, comprising either 2 double beds (Ironstone) or 1 double bed (Wild Olive and Sunbird), en suite bathrooms, kitchens, sitting rooms, airconditioning, wifi, bbq and private views. The kitchens are equipped with a gas stove and oven, a dishwasher, a fridge, and crockery and cutlery.
Wild Olive and Ironstone cottages have a plunge pool.

The Townhouse has 4 double beds with en suite bathrooms, fully equipped kitchen, large veranda, outdoor firepit, airconditioning and ceiling fans, parking for 1 car. Small nursery off main bedroom.

Morendat House has 3 double rooms each with own bathroom, fully equipped self catering kitchen, terrace with braai, aircon and uncapped wifi.

Garden House has 3 double rooms each with own bathroom, a further twin room, kitchen, garden, wifi and plunge pool, airconditioning and fans. Parking for 1 car.

Garden Cottage is also recently renovated, with a double bedroom, en suite bathroom, large open plan kitchen and sitting room, with air conditioning, wifi and private garden.

Graaff-Reinet is the 4th oldest town in South Africa and one of the most beautiful. There is a strong Cape Dutch architectural influence and the wide streets are lined with jacaranda and flamboyant trees. Your hosts are happy to advise on local area attractions and activities.

For all properties guests have free wifi, all linen and towels provided, and access to a private garden or courtyard. Farm guests have access to the farm for walks, cycling, sundowners, etc.

There are charming restaurants, museums and cafes, antique shops, spas, a bookshop, deli, and other local businesses, as well as larger country-wide chains for clothing, grocery and equipment purchases. The town is surrounded largely by national park, farms and private game reserves.