Guest directory

We're thrilled to welcome you to our farm in the charming Tulbagh valley. 

Please remember that this is a fully operational fruit farm and that you will most likely hear sounds from everyday farming activities during your stay. We strive to provide you with the best possible experience and will therefore do our best to keep the farming sounds to a minimum where possible.

In 2021, we opened our first cabin (Kingfisher) and have since expanded with 6 more cabins and a campsite. All our accommodation units are named after bird species of the area so be sure to keep an eye out for them.

We trust you will have a memorable stay with us!

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Address: Winterhoek Rd, Tulbagh, 6820

Food & Drinks

Please remember that all our cabins are self-catering and you need to bring your own food. You can read more about local grocery shops in the 'Attractions in the Area' section below.

Pizza ovens are provided at each cabin. Please bring enough cake flour (for dusting) as well as your own bases and toppings.

We do not have a shop on the farm selling any food essentials so please come prepared.

Ice

We do not sell ice on the farm. Please stock up before arrival.

Firewood & Firelighters

Complimentary wood is packed for your first fire.

You are more than welcome to bring your own wood or charcoal, but there are 10 bags of wood packed on the deck of your cabin which you can purchase at R30 per bag (around 12 pieces of wood per bag). Please bring your own firelighters. You can pay for the wood you have used once you check-out. 

Potjie

We provide a stand for your potjie. The potjie pot is not provided.

Bathrobes & Slippers

Bathrobes and slippers are not provided.

Bicycles & Kayaks

You are welcome to bring your bikes and ride on the farm roads or visit Tulbagh MTB's website for routes.

We have a dam on the farm (only full in season) and you are welcome to bring your own kayak should you wish.

• Complimentary wood for your first fire (10 extra bags on the deck at R30 p/bag)
• One piece of firelighter to get you started (please bring extra)
• 1 x 250ml milk (please bring extra)
• Olive oil
• Salt & pepper
• Coffee, tea and sugar (please bring extra)
• 4 rusks
• Sponge and dishwashing liquid (ask for more if needed)
• Small ice bucket in freezer (please bring your own ice)
• 5L Filtered drinking water (ask for more if needed)
• 1L Drinking water in fridge
• All bedding
• All kitchen utensils
• All cutlery & crockery
• Shampoo, hand & body wash, body lotion (please do not
  remove these from the cabin)
• 1 Hand towel
• 4 Bath towels
• 2 Swimming towels
• Hairdryer
• Braai grid and braai utensils
• Braai stand
• Matches
• Pizza oven (please bring your own bases, toppings and cake flour for dusting)
• Potjie stand (please bring your own potjie)
• Steamer or iron and ironing board (depending on your cabin)

Check-In

• Check-in from 15:00 on day of arrival (earlier check-in upon prior arrangement only. We will try our best to accommodate each request, but a deep clean is done after each check-out and earlier check-ins cannot be guaranteed if we've had a same-day check-out at your cabin)

Key Collection

• Follow the signs to the office when arriving at the farm (the office is the small white building straight ahead of you when entering the farm). 
• Park at the office parking (keep an eye out for the 'Office Parking' sign). Please DO NOT drive straight up past the office. This road is for farm vehicles only and is not in a good condition.
• Walk around the Bougainvillea plant and follow the footpath to the steps of the office.
• If no-one is available at the office to assist you, please take your keys from the hook for a self check-in. NB! Ensure you take the keys for the correct cabin.
• Follow the "Accommodation & Campsite" signs to your cabin (to your left when facing the office)

Check-Out

• Check-out is at 10:00 on day of departure (Please adhere to this time)

Check-Out Guide

We hope you’ve enjoyed your stay! Please note that your accommodation is self-catering, and we kindly ask that you leave the cabin in a clean and acceptable condition. We reserve the right to charge an additional cleaning fee if the cabin is left in an improper state.

Before You Leave:

• Log out of your Netflix and YouTube accounts.
• Do not light the indoor fireplace on the morning of your departure.
• Switch off all lights, air conditioning, and electric blankets.
• Close all windows and doors.
• Report any accidents or damages.
• Lock the cabin and re-activate the alarm.
• Settle payment for any firewood used (see “Payment for Firewood” section below).
• Hang the key on the hook at the office.
• Safe travels, and we look forward to welcoming you again!

If you opened any of the sealed bags of wood provided on your deck, payment can be made via SnapScan, EFT, or by leaving cash in the safe.

The wood that was already placed in the braai, hot tub, and indoor fireplace upon your arrival is complimentary.

The safe code: 2021E

SnapScan: Please scan the QR code in your cabin or click on the link below. Ref: your first name & wood

Pay via SnapScan

Banking details: Vrolikheid Landgoed (Pty) Ltd, Standard bank, Account no: 083090339, Branch Code: 051001, Ref: your first name & wood

Please send proof of payment to [email protected]

The Wi-Fi code will be sent to you via WhatsApp.

The television is a smart TV. Please use your own Netflix and DSTV login details.

Wood-Fired Hot Tub

Instructions for use:

• Wood is already packed in the stainless-steel drum.
• Light it with a firelighter and matches.
• Replace the stainless-steel lid and ALWAYS KEEP THE LID ON.
• Slide the lid left/right to adjust the airflow for a stronger/slower burning fire.
• LEAVING THE LID COMPLETELY OPEN RESULTS IN EXTREME DAMAGE TO THE PLASTIC OF THE HOT TUB. THE WOOD ON THE DECK CAN START TO BURN.
• It takes about 1.5 hours to heat the tub (depending on the outside temperature)
• Every now and then you can lift the lid and add 3 or 4 pieces of wood to the fire in the stainless-steel drum.
• Regularly stir the water with your hand to spread the heat
• The bubble plastic cover helps to keep the water warm.
• Please do not place the hot lid on the plastic of the hot tub. the plastic will melt. There are stands provided for the lids.
• Adding oils/bubble bath to the hot-tub will result in a R1000 cleaning fee

The hot tub’s water is circulated through a pump which is on a timer. The water is pumped through the jets/silver pipe when the timer goes on. The timer will go off automatically again.

Pizza Oven

Instructions for use:

• Defrost the pizza before use
• Make a fire in the outdoor braai
• Wait until you have coals.
• Only use a few coals to prevent your pizza from burning
• Generously dust the pizza stone with cake flour
• Place the stainless steel pizza oven over the hot coals (use the rubber gloves provided)
• The temperature gauge will quickly reach 160-180*C
• Place the pizza on the stone with the pizza spade
• Cook with the lid closed for about 10-20min or until the crust is crispy and the cheese has melted (check it regularly)
• NB!! The pizza stone is made of a porous material and should not be exposed to liquids. Never wash or immerse in water. The dark stains on the stone are completely normal and does not mean the stone is dirty. Please leave the stone for us to clean.

Gas Stove / Geyser

The geyser and stove are gas-powered. Should your water not heat up or your stove not work, you have probably run out of gas. There are 2 gas cylinders outside your cabin. Please WhatsApp us for assistance and we will send someone up to switch it over to the spare cylinder.

We kindly request that you familiarize yourself with our house rules. Failure to adhere to any of the rules below may result in a fine of R1000 per infraction.

Smoking
Smoking is not allowed inside the cabins. If smoking outside, please ensure all windows and sliding doors are closed. Please use the smoke bucket provided. Do not throw cigarettes in the fields/ off the deck, as this can cause serious veld fires.

Pets
Unfortunately, pets are not permitted in our cabins.

Children
Babies up to 9 months old are welcome. Children older than 9 months are not permitted. No bedding or camping cots are provided, so please bring your own if needed.

Music & Noise
No parties, loud music, or excessive noise is allowed.

Day Visitors
No day visitors, photographers, event planners, or wedding parties are allowed. Photographers for engagements or couple shoots are permitted only by prior arrangement.

Septic Tanks
Please do not flush anything other than toilet paper. Sanitary products and other waste will damage our septic system.

Hot Tub
Adding oils, bubble bath, or other substances to the hot tub is strictly prohibited.

Deck Cushions
All deck cushions must be stored indoors at night and during rainy weather.

Drones
In line with South African regulations, drones may not be flown within 50 metres of people or private property without the property owner’s permission. Prior arrangement with Vrolikheid Landgoed is required.

Speed Limit
Please drive carefully. The speed limit on the property is 20 km/h. Watch out for moving farm vehicles, pets, and children.

Terms & Conditions
Please familiarize yourself with our full terms and conditions here

Additional Cleaning Fee

You can expect to find sparkling clean accommodation upon check-in. A complimentary clean is included for stays of 5 nights or more. Additional daily cleaning can be requested at an extra cost - our cabins are self-catering and daily cleaning is not included.

Basic clean: R250 per clean | Clean with linen and towel change: R350 per clean

We reserve the right to charge an additional cleaning fine should your accommodation be left in an improper condition (please refer to the check-out guide in the "Check-In & Check-Out" section above). This fine will be payable within 5 days of receipt of the invoice. 

Our farm is solar powered with a backup battery pack. Tulbagh is known for regular power outages, but this will not affect you if the sun is still providing power to our solar system. In the event where there is a power outage/loadshedding in the evening or on a cloudy/rainy day, we will inform you and kindly ask you to switch off aircons so that we can stretch the batteries for as long as possible.

We acknowledge that accidents happen. We do, however, reserve the right to invoice you for damages or breakages which we consider to be deliberately or recklessly caused, for any items discovered missing after you’ve departed or for a nightly rate for the period for which the damages have rendered the accommodation unusable.

Glasses: R30 per broken glass

Hot Tub: R1000 cleaning fine if oil/bubble bath has been used. Any damage you have caused to the hot tub will be for your account. The invoice for the repairs will be sent to you via email and will be payable within 5 days of receipt of the invoice.

Sheets: guests will be held accountable for replacing any damaged/ stained sheets.

Guests can enjoy the following activities on the farm:

• Scenic walks (no designated routes, giving you the freedom to explore at your own pace)
• Horse riding* (Horse riding bookings can be made with Anri on WhatsApp: +27 72 672 6022)
• Cycling (please note that you will need to bring your own bikes)
• Fishing/ swimming/ kayaking (The farm dam, located just across the tar road from the entrance, is perfect for both swimming, fishing and kayaking. With bass, carp, and tilapia, it offers a peaceful spot to relax and enjoy the outdoors. We do not provide fishing rods or kayaks.)
• Mobile spa service* (For bookings, contact Trident Health Centre on +27 76 049 0511. We do not handle reservations or payments on their behalf)

*additional costs involved

Visit our "Explore Tulbagh" page for a list of wine farms, shops and local activities.

Police

Tulbagh: +27 23 230 8100 or 10111

Wolseley: +27 23 231 8000

Ceres: +27 23 316 8600/24

Medical

Worcester Medi-Clinic: +27 23 348 1500 | +27 23 348 1724 (Emergency Department)

Paarl Medi-Clinic: +27 86 122 7778

Ceres Provincial Hospital: +27 23 316 9600

Worcester Provincial Hospital: +27 23 348 1100

Dr. Heese & Samuels (Tulbagh): +27 81 805 6070

Dr. West (Tulbagh): +27 21 007 1082 | +27 83 230 4068 (After hours)

Dr. Rossouw (Ceres): +27 23 312 1350

Pharmacy

Tulbagh Pharmacy

+27 23 230 0666 | +27 69 190 5674

Monday – Friday: 08:00 – 17:30

Saturday: 08:00 – 13:00

Sunday & Public Holidays: Closed

Farm Owners (Emergencies ONLY)

Philippus & Ané: +27 84 761 7182

Philippie & Antoinette: +27 82 691 0020

PLEASE do not use these numbers for anything other than emergencies. Ané is generally very quick to respond to all queries on our WhatsApp line: +27 82 595 4888

We hope you had a relaxing and enjoyable stay! If you loved your time at Vrolikheid Landgoed, we’d be so grateful if you shared your experience with others on TripAdvisor.

If there’s anything we could have done better, please let us know via email or WhatsApp—we truly value your feedback and are always looking to improve.