A good location for a stress-free holiday in Oudtshoorn, Natures Rest Lapa is a farm stay surrounded by views of the mountain. The property features an open-air bath, garden and parking on-site among other facilities. It is set 43 km from Oudtshoorn Golf Course and offers a shared kitchen. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with an outdoor fireplace. All units comprise a seating area, and a fully equipped kitchen with various cooking facilities, including a fridge, a stovetop and kitchenware. Some units feature a terrace boasting an outdoor dining area. For those times when you'd rather not dine out, you can choose to cook on the barbecue. Guests at the farm stay will be able to enjoy activities in and around Oudtshoorn, like cycling and hiking. Outdoor play equipment is also available for guests at Natures Rest Lapa. Cango Wildlife Ranch is 45 km from the accommodation, while Outeniqua Pass is 47 km from the property. The nearest airport is George Airport, 56 km from Natures Rest Lapa.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Free parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
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1 double bed
1 single bed
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1 double bed
2 single beds
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1 double bed
2 single beds
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1 double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.3
High score for Oudtshoorn
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Bhavin
    South Africa South Africa
    It's like you are alone in the world, If you like nature, this is the best place.
  • Jeanine
    Vietnam Vietnam
    Lovely rustic vibe, well maintained, safe and clean.
  • Ayeshni
    India India
    Everything! Vium is a lovely host. The location is truly off the grid. The dogs and cats are lovely. I would give it an 11/10 if I could.

Managed by Nature's Rest

Company review score: 9.9Based on 29 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Owners: Wium and Barbara Albertyn Staff: Cressie and Isak at your service. We live our dream totally off the grid close to nature and love to share our environmental friendly life style with you.

Property information

Welcome to Natures Rest in the heart of the Klein Karoo. We hope you will enjoy you stay with us. The farm is close to Herold, however not to be confused with Herold's Bay. The farm is off the grid with only solar power, an ideal tranquil getaway for nature lovers. Mountain bikers will love this farm as it is on Outeniqua Trail, and there are smaller trails on the farms itself. There are various units available on the farm. Guests have use of a lapa, which contains 2 bedrooms, and a shared communal open-plan kitchen and lounge with an indoor firpelace for those cold Karoo evenings. Outside is a lapa is a large boma and braai with a deck for viewing stars at night and looking over the area. The farm is conveniently located between Oudtshoorn, George, Uniondale, Swartberg Mountain Range, Montagu and more, making this the ideal holiday location to explore the area. There are various mountain bike gravel roads around the farm to explore as well as short walking and biking trails. Bird watchers will love this area because of its quiet Karoo quietness and ample bird species found here.

Neighbourhood information

Oudtshoorn is part of Klein Karoo with breathtaking sunsets and well known Karoo silence away from the rat race. Herold wine cellar nearby for wine lovers and famous farm stalls to visit with great food and hospitality of our area.

Languages spoken

Afrikaans,English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Natures Rest Lapa
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet
  • Shower
View
  • Mountain view
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Activities
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
Living Area
  • Seating Area
Internet
No internet access available.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Pet bowls
    • Daily housekeeping
      Additional charge
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • Fax/photocopying
    • Laundry
    Entertainment and family services
    • Kids' outdoor play equipment
    • Board games/puzzles
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Safety deposit box
    General
    • Designated smoking area
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Wellness
    • Open-air bath
    Languages spoken
    • Afrikaans
    • English

    House rules

    Natures Rest Lapa takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 14:00 to 19:00

    Check-out

    From 10:00 to 11:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Refundable damage deposit

    A damage deposit of ZAR 300 is required on arrival. That's about GBP 12. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    No age restriction

    There is no age requirement for check-in

    Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash Natures Rest Lapa accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Pets

    Free! Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform Natures Rest Lapa in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    Dear Visitor, this region is currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties are subject to comply with local water usage restrictions.

    A damage deposit of ZAR 300 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

    FAQs about Natures Rest Lapa

    • Check-in at Natures Rest Lapa is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • Room options at Natures Rest Lapa include:

      • Triple
      • Double
      • Mobile Home

    • The prices at Natures Rest Lapa may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Natures Rest Lapa is 20.5 miles from the centre of Oudtshoorn. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Yes, Natures Rest Lapa is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Natures Rest Lapa offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Open-air bath