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Kuilfontein Stable Cottages - Accommodation near Colsberg, Northern Cape, South Africa

Kuilfontein Stable Cottages - Accommodation near Colsberg is perfectly situated as a stopover for travellers from Gauteng and Natal to the Cape, next to the N1 and close to Colesberg. The historic racehorse stud and sheep farm has belonged to this family since 1876.The original homestead was built in 1818, and the present family took ownership in 1875. It has been an ostrich and sheep farm, and racehorse stud - and today is a mixed farming operation that produces South Africa's world-famous Karoo lamb. There are still herds of the original springbuck roaming the plains. Kuilfontein Stable Cottages have a gazebo for relaxing in the afternoons and one can enjoy a lovely dinner there on as hot summers night.

Price: 3

Bed and breakfast

8 doubles, queen and king beds

The delightful old stable block has been converted into comfortable accommodation, and each bedroom - with en suite bathroom - has been individually decorated in French Provencal style with fresh white linen, Mohair blankets, Feather pillows. The evening meals are specially prepared with farmfresh produce and the speciality is succulent Karoo lamb or venison in the winter. Vegetarian dishes with couscous and peppers etc are a speciality of the house.

The intimate pub presents the perfect chance for guests to mingle after a long day's drive ... while coffee and liqueurs are served in the gazebo, or outside under brilliant starry skies. Or, if you're feeling slightly more energetic, why not make use of the swimming pool and boules court? Unwind with a quiet stroll while bird watching and reward yourself with a magnificent Karoo sunset.