Oudrif

Lodge in Cederberg

A thatchedroof cottage surrounded by greenery and hills in the background

Stone building with large windows at sunset reflecting the sky

A rustic house with a rainbow in the background over a hilly landscape

Thatchedroof house surrounded by colorful flowers and rocky landscape

Thatchedroof cottage surrounded by colorful flowers in a mountainous landscape

Accommodation Features:
Five straw bale cottages, each sleeping two guests, are built using a 200-year-old building method. Each cottage has one or two beds, an en-suite shower and toilet, a sitting area, and a veranda. Fans are provided for summer and gas heaters for winter. Rooms are non-smoking.

Amenities and Facilities:
The property runs entirely on solar power, with water pumped from the perennial river. Rates include breakfast, lunch, dinner, drinks, and a morning guided walk to sites of interest. A central boma serves as the communal dining area. The property has an organic garden and a library.

Location and Attractions:
The Doring River offers paddling, swimming, fishing, and sunbathing on secluded beaches. The area contains San rock art and Stone Age artefacts. Winter rains bring what is described as the largest outdoor flower display in the world. The lodge is 50km of dirt road from the closest town.

Check-in / Check-out:

Not specified

Cancellation / Prepayment:

Not specified

Children Allowed:

Yes

Pets Allowed:

Not specified

Accepted payment methods:

Not specified

Smoking policy

Yes

Rooms

Straw Bale Cottage

From R1,950

# King x 1

Individually named straw-bale cottage (named after an African/Xhosa zodiac sign) with rounded walls, uneven textured surfaces, and retro/art deco furnishings. Includes a private veranda, en-suite shower and toilet, separate sitting area, and solar-powered lighting with beaded pull-switches. Gas-heated geyser for hot water. Fans provided in summer and gas heaters in winter. Beds are either king-size or double/three-quarter depending on the unit. Price is per person per night (all-inclusive). No cellphone signal.

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