Holiday houses in Lootsberg Pass

Karoo House Collection - 54 Middle

Lovingly restored, this listed heritage Cape cottage in the heart of Graaff-Reinet is the perfect spot for a Karoo getaway with friends or family. With two spacious en-suite bedrooms, spare bathroom, fully equipped kitchen, lounge and outdoor seating area, you'll be able to both entertain and unwind to your heart's content. The pool is a particularly massive hit in summer! Located in the sought-after "horse-shoe" of town, you're only a short stroll away from many great restaurants and shops.

Ironstone Cottage

Fully self catering, 2 bedroom farm cottage, 1 double bed, 1 king bed/twin, each with en suite bathroom. Plunge pool, firepit, Wifi, aircon, indoor fireplace, barbecue. Linen & towels provided. 4x4 or high clearance strongly advised PLEASE NOTE THAT THE AIRCONS ARE PROVIDED FOR COOLING THE HOUSES IN THE HOT SUMMER MONTHS BETWEEN OCTOBER AND APRIL, NOT FOR HEATING AS THE FARM IS ON SOLAR. Electric blankets, blankets, duvets, hot water bottles are provided and each house has a fireplace.

Cottage@Die Waenhuis - Hudson Street

This rustic and romantic cottage is situated adjacent to Die Waenhuis restaurant, in the heart of Nieu-Bethesda. Surrounded by beautiful views, guests can access a variety of walks, Restaurants, shops and the Owl House from here. Our cottage boasts a typical Karoo style open-plan kitchen, Dover stove, living room, en-suite bathroom with bath and shower, main bedroom with double bed, spare room with two single beds. Entertainment patio overlooking the courtyard and garden.

No9 Cottage

A centrally-located home for friends & families to stop over or spend a few days exploring the spacious Karoo. The cottage boasts 2 large en-suite bedrooms, a comfortable living room & equipped kitchen. The well maintained garden provides space to stretch your legs & marvel at the Karoo sky. It also offers secure off street parking, so no need to unpack everything for a night but hopefully two. We also have you covered with solar & wi-fi. See you soon....

Charming cottage in the Middle of Town

A beautiful Karoo cottage with all the comforts you need for an overnight stay. On a quiet cul de sac in the Centre of town. Three Bedrooms (2 with King Size XL Beds), Aircon, two modern bathrooms (one with shower, the other with bath & shower). There is a fully kitted kitchen with Nespresso Machine, a separate living, dining & outside area with a Webber Braai. An outside shower with a view to the stars & Spandaukop gives you the perfect Karoo feeling.

Shepherd's Tree Game Farm Cottage

A quiet, private and peaceful cottage 17km from Graaff-Reinet . Surrounded by nature and mountains. Abundant birdlife. Endless scope for walking, hiking, mountain biking and picnics. 4x4 roads. Looking beautiful after some rain! Cottage has fully equipped kitchen and 2 en-suite bedrooms as well as a sleeper couch in the living area. Living area has airconditioning. Indoor fireplace and outdoor braai. Use of swimming pool . A place to relax.

Bethesda Tower B&B

A fairy-tale tower, ideal for a romantic couple or adventurous family. The unit is a duplex. The top floor's huge round bed has 360°views, and on the middle floor are twin beds / lounge. The bathroom is on the ground floor down external spiralling stairs. A unique experience! Our rate includes a delicious breakfast, which is served from our on-site Tower Café. Dinner is available on request, at the time of booking.

Playwright's House, Nieu-Bethesda

This unpretentious, rustic and secluded Karoo home is where internationally acclaimed playwright and writer Athol Fugard wrote between 1990 and 2017. It's on the peaceful northeastern corner of our quaint village. Crystal-clear Karoo air, intense night skies, crackling winter fires, tranquillity. The cottage draws travellers, explorers, friends & families seeking connection; and it's an inspiring creative space.

Charming Heritage Cottage

This historic townhouse is within easy walking distance of shops and restaurants. The private courtyard is ideal for a braai (barbecue), or a quiet coffee. The house is child-friendly, and pets are welcome too. A gun-safe is provided, ideal for hunters. The stove is gas, so cooking during load-shedding is never a problem! As with many Graaff-Reinet houses, there is ONLY ON-STREET PARKING. There is also no TV.

Doringvygie

Doringvygie at Alandale Farm in the Eastern Karoo near Middelburg (Eastern Cape) is set on a working sheep and cattle farm. The self-catering cottage accommodates five guests in three rooms. Enjoy views from the east-facing stoep or Karoo sunsets from the west-facing one. Guests can join farm activities like sheep shearing, cattle and sheep drafting, explore walking and bike trails, or swim in a farm dam.

Beautifully curated, luxury self catering.

"Mukti" is Sanskrit for spiritual liberation. We have always wanted a soulful, peaceful space where we can go to to clear our minds and hearts and we found our little paradise in Nieu-Bethesda. We renovated the property extensively, whilst paying respect to the heritage and character of the home. The interiors have been beautifully curated and designed, with top quality bedding and utilities.

The Ram Shed

Experience pure tranquility at The Ramshed – a luxurious farm stay wrapped in nature’s silence. Enjoy 100% wool linens, blankets, and carpets for unmatched comfort. This stylish escape offers total privacy with no people, no traffic, and no interruptions – just you, wide open skies, and stars above. The perfect off-the-grid retreat for rest, romance, or reflection in the middle of nowhere.