Discover the perfect blend of luxury and nature at Southern Yurts’ newly built River Cabins. Nestled in the heart of the Overberg, these eco-friendly cabins offer a unique retreat for couples seeking a memorable getaway.
In this blog post, we’ll explore 10+ reasons why you should make your next vacation one to remember at Southern Yurts’ River Cabins.
- Unique, Reclaimed Chalet Design: These charming cabins were thoughtfully redesigned from 20-year-old rustic chalets to provide a more familiar yet distinctive experience for guests who want to be close to nature.
- Two Beautifully Designed Cabins: Choose from the River Cabin with its A-frame structure and private courtyards or the Botanica Cabin, boasting a fully-equipped kitchen, indoor pizza oven, and personal viewpoint.
- Comfortable Amenities: Enjoy comfortable bedding, towels, self-catering kitchens, daybeds, and stunning views in both cabins.
- Private Wood-Fired Hot Tubs: Soak in the serenity of nature in your very own wood-fired hot tub, available in both cabins.
- Outdoor Lounging Spaces: Unwind in the outdoor nests and seating areas designed for ultimate relaxation in nature.
- Shared Dip Pool Access: Cool off during warm summer days with a refreshing dip in the shared pool available to both cabins.
- Nature Reserve Location: Experience the beauty of the Diepklowe Nature Reserve with access to hiking trails, and a farm dam for fishing, kayaking, and swimming.
- Eco-Friendly Approach: Rest easy knowing that the cabins use biodegradable soaps, shampoos, and cleaning products and that the gardens are entirely organic.
- Homegrown Delights: Savor the taste of complimentary home-grown olive oil, herbs, and veggies during your stay.
- Supporting Conservation Efforts: Feel good about contributing to the Diepklowe Conservation Trust with an R75 per person conservation fee to preserve the reserve’s flora and fauna.
- One-of-a-Kind Aesthetic: The cabin’s decor combines home comforts with quirky details for a truly personalized experience, making your stay unforgettable.
- Pet Friendly: by prior arrangement
SOUTHERN YURTS ACTIVITIES
Southern Yurts is located on Diepklowe Nature Reserve, which is also home to Porcupine Hills Guest Farm – a small olive growing operation and a nature conservancy. Guests staying at Forest View Yurt are situated in the preservation and have full access to the farm during their stay. The farm itself has a range of activities, including marked and mapped hiking trails, trail running, bird watching (bird books and binoculars provided), and a small farm dam with a canoe and kayak.
Fishing (catch and release) is also available at the farm dam, and fishing rods and gear can be rented by prior arrangement. If you’d like to explore the surrounding area, activities such as wine tasting, zip lining, horse riding, farmer’s markets, and more are all within a 30-minute drive.
Whilst Southern Yurts accommodation is self-catering, Sundowner Baskets and Breakfast Baskets can be arranged – don’t hesitate to contact the team for more information on what the basket contains when you book.
ADDITIONS AT SOUTHERN YURTS
- SUNDOWNER BASKET, cheese and meat platter (vegetarian and vegan option available) – R550, for two people
- PIZZA BASKET, the basket includes two pizza basses, and toppings for the pizzas – R550, for two people
- DINNER BASKET, ready to braai (vegetarian and vegan option available) – R550, for two people
- BREAKFAST BASKET, continental breakfast (vegetarian and vegan option available) – R500, for two people
- GOLDEN BASKET, bubbles, chocolates, flowers and extra special treats! – R1500
- FISHING ROD RENTAL, two fishing rods available with equipment – R150 per rod per stay
- FISHING ROD PERMIT, bring your own gear; funds go to the DCT – R50 per person
- PET FEE – R100 per dog per stay
- EXTRA WOOD, per crate – R90
- EXTRA KINDLING, per crate – R150
SOUTHERN YURTS RATES
BOTANICA CABIN STANDARD RATES: 16th January – 31st May 2022
R 1650 per night, sleeping two
Weekend Rate (Friday and Saturday): R1850 per night, sleeping two
*PLEASE NOTE THAT A CONSERVATION FEE OF R75 pp PER STAY WILL BE ADDED TO YOUR BOOKING TOTAL.
*SMALL CHILDREN AND PETS ARE WELCOME, BUT WITH PRIOR ARRANGEMENT – A SMALL ADDITIONAL FEE IS APPLICABLE.
*Disclaimer note for pet owners: this is a nature reserve, and there are ticks in the veld during spring and summer months.
MORE ON THE DIEPKLOWE CONSERVATION TRUST
The Diepklowe Conservation Trust started in 2022, is a non-profit fund that is devoted to ensuring the management and maintenance of the Diepklowe Nature Reserve – in which Southern Yurts is located.
A conservation fee of R75 per person per stay is added to each booking and goes directly to this fund. Maintenance programs in the reserve are primarily centred around the alien clearing in the riverine areas, erosion management, hiking trail access and rewilding of the unique Renosterveld Biome.
Programs are generally executed in autumn and winter when conditions are safer and more conducive to bush work.
