Eco house, Fonteinskloof farm

The Eco , mountain house house is situated in the hills overlooking the Langerberg mountains where tranquillity and the beauty of the countryside rule. Prepare to walk, read ,bird and game watch as you enjoy a green environment and gaze at the stars while braaing . The house is large and comfortable with double volume lounge, 3 bedrooms , enclosed braai area , indoor closed fire place , gas stove , oven . Has solar system to provide lighting , a small fridge and another gas operated fridge . The Eco House is a large 250 square meter house which is uniquely situated on a hill overlooking the beautiful Langerberg mountains . The house is about a kilometer from the rest of the farm cottages , which are not in view and here you will be able to enjoy nature at its best . No other houses are to be seen . Only mountains , trees and countryside . Be prepared to relax and re charge the batteries . Walking , bird watching , game viewing and reading will keep you busy . The house is built on green principles . The insulation of the inner walls is provided by straw bales coated with a cretestone slurry and sealed . There is solar light power and hot water is provided by means of gas heated geysers . Dont expect TV and hair driers but be prepared for exceptional evenings sitting next to the fire at the outside lapa while gazing at the stars and should the weather not permit there is an indoor braai area with beautiful mountain views. Accessing the house with a normal vehicle is possible but it is a farm road and fairly steep so a 4x4 is preferable . The house has 3 bedrooms , 2 of which are en suite and third bedroom is a dormitory styled room with 3 beds. The lounge , dining area is a large double volume area which adds to the comfort of the house which has a front and back verandah to relax on and soak up the beauty of the area . Swimming pool, games room, tennis court, game drive. Braais ( barbecue) and game drives can be organised in the evenings. Various places of interest can be accessed from Fonteiskloof. Swellendam is the 3rd oldest town in South Africa and has interesting historical buildings and churches and cosy coffee shops and restaurants where local cuisine is available. Not far from Swellendam you will find the Bonnievale /Robertson Wine route where the local wines can be tasted . This route is exceptionally beautiful in Spring/Summer when the flowers are in bloom. One can relax beside the river or under the trees and enjoy the local wines at various farms in the area. The most southerly point of Africa is Cape Aghulas which is a 2 hour drive and one can simultaneously visit the beaches of Struis Baai or Arniston, which are local fishing villages and worth a visit. The Bontebok antelope game park is 20 minutes drive from the farm and one can see Bontebok in there indigenous habitat as the Swellendam Overberg area is home to the Bontebok which is a beautiful and protected specie . A scenic and interesting circular drive to view the village of Suurbraak , and then over the breathtaking Tradouw pass on your way to the interesting town of Barrydale where you can enjoy a coffee . From Barrydale head off on the R62 to the picturesque town of Montague which is a typical Karoo town . The R62 takes you into the Karoo , giving you the opportunity to view this interesting but totally different area with its karoo like vegetation that includes sparse bushes , the odd tree and specific grasses with the occasional hill in a semi desert environment. The Karoo has a beauty of it own and Montague is a an exceptionally quaint and beautiful town on the outskirts of the Karoo. From Montague head towards Ashton and just before Ashton pick up the R60 towards Swellendam and FONTEINSKLOOF is 35 kms from Ashton which will complete a magnificent round trip that will take a leisurely 4 hours. Various places of interest can be accessed from Fonteiskloof. Swellendam is the 3rd oldest town in South Africa and has interesting historical buildings and churches and cosy coffee shops and restaurants where local cuisine is available. Not far from Swellendam you will find the Bonnievale /Robertson Wine route where the local wines can be tasted . This route is exceptionally beautiful in Spring/Summer when the flowers are in bloom. One can relax beside the river or under the trees and enjoy the local wines at various farms in the area. The most southerly point of Africa is Cape Aghulas which is a 2 hour drive and one can simultaneously visit the beaches of Struis Baai or Arniston, which are local fishing villages and worth a visit. The Bontebok antelope game park is 20 minutes drive from the farm and one can see Bontebok in there indigenous habitat as the Swellendam Overberg area is home to the Bontebok which is a beautiful and protected specie . A scenic and interesting circular drive to view the village of Suurbraak , and then over the breathtaking Tradouw pass on your way to the interesting town of Barrydale where you can enjoy a coffee . From Barrydale head off on the R62 to the picturesque town of Montague which is a typical Karoo town . The R62 takes you into the Karoo , giving you the opportunity to view this interesting but totally different area with its karoo like vegetation that includes sparse bushes , the odd tree and specific grasses with the occasional hill in a semi desert environment. The Karoo has a beauty of it own and Montague is a an exceptionally quaint and beautiful town on the outskirts of the Karoo. From Montague head towards Ashton and just before Ashton pick up the R60 towards Swellendam and FONTEINSKLOOF is 35 kms from Ashton which will complete a magnificent round trip that will take a leisurely 4 hours.