STROOI KOOI_Stylish Strawbale Eco Cottage 2

Authentic South African Karoo experience from the stoep! Our second rustic strawbale cottage has a large stoep, outdoor shower, and hidden plunge pool to take in the majestic views over the orchards in the valley below framed by the Swartberg mountains in the background, promising a relaxing and memorable Klein Karoo experience. Simple, stylish, and earthly, this cottage will provide the perfect home away from home for a truly unique reprieve from city life or stopover for weary travelers! Situated in the Calitzdorp valley, 1.5 km outside of the town, you will come across the two cottages which are built with eco-friendly methods as all of the materials were readily available and of the earth. Straw bales, river stones, clay sand and river reeds were used to construct the cottages that not only respond to the vast temperatures of the Klein Karoo but are also beautifully designed to look like they have simply grown from the earth. Positioned on the edges of the farms vineyard the breath taking views of the surrounding Swartberg are cleverly framed, not only through the perfectly positioned 3m high timber shuttered doors but also over the orchards below which is your private quiet and peaceful view during your stay. Cottage 2: The cottage has 1 x king size bed and 1 x single / day bed. This cottages is equipped with gas burner, gas fridge, outside braai area, tea and coffee making facilities. The bathroom has a bath only (with a viewing window of the valley) and an outdoor shower for those warm summer nights and the very brave in the winter!! The new addition of the private plunge pool tucked in under the canopy of a tree provides cooling off for those crazy hot summers days in the Karoo under full shade. WE are also pet friendly! My home is 500m away from Strooi Kooi and I am available should you need any assistance during your stay. There is a map of the area as well as information about the town such as eating places etc. in each cottage The cottages are situated outside the town on the Groenfontein road which means it is quiet yet close enough for a brisk walk into town 1.5km or more leisurely stroll through the nearby vineyards and orchards. Cyclists can take a ride to the nearby dam (4km) and enjoy the breathtaking views. GUIDED MOUNTAIN TREKS Resident local and nature conservationist Kevin will guide you on a private mountain hike to explore the magnificent surrounding Swartberg, Groenfontein or Meiringspoort ranges. All walks are by arranged by prior booking. Cost: Price on request Includes: Informative private guide, refreshment and picnic lunch prepared and served. Hike's intensity and duration can be altered to accommodate guests fitness levels and time frames accordingly. We are pet-friendly!