Waterkloof Guesthouse, a free range ostrich farm, is situated in the scenic vastness of the Southern Cape, between Swellendam and Heidelberg. A few minutes drive will take you to the holiday town of Witsand.Witsand is world famous as the nursery of the Southern Right Whales where they come to breed from May to November. Waterkloof is arguably one of the finest commercial farms in the Heidelberg district and has been in the family for seven generations. The farm has an excellent Merino sheep stud, Nguni (indigenous cattle) but it is the 2 000 free ranging ostriches that take the limelight. Your hosts, Hannes and Christine, invite you to come and experience their warm hospitality and charming homestead. The main house contains various family heirlooms. The interior speaks of days gone by mixed with a unique artistic feeling. The Guest House has four separate guest bedrooms, all with en suite facilities, tea trays and private entrances. During winter you get cozy warm rooms, with down duvets and luxurious mohair and electrical blankets. The newly renovated cottage is situated on top of a hill and has a breathtaking view over the farm and countryside. The cottage has 2 bedrooms, a bathroom and big kitchen – and living room area. It can sleep 5 people.The living room has an extra bed which can be used as a couch or a bed. The interior of the Guest House spilled over onto the cottage and it is furnished and decorated in the old Cape Dutch style. It is fully equipped with modern gas appliances, battery – operated lanterns and romantic candles. Linen and towels are provided. The cottage has two fireplaces, one inside and one outside. Visitors to the cottage can do self-catering OR have breakfast and dinner at the main house. We also provide the option of having your dinners delivered to you at the cottage.The swimmingpool area invites the tired visitor to relax with a book or just to enjoy the beautiful scenery.

Attractions in the surrounding area include: • De Hoop Nature Reserve • Pont at Malgas • Witsand with whale watching, fishing, bird-watching and swimming • An hour trip to the Grootvadersbosch Nature Reserve in the Langeberg Mountains • A halfhour trip to the historical town of Swellendam • A halfhour trip to the picturesque town of Heidelberg • Whalecoast Trails • Blue Crane Route

From Cape Town:Take the N2 turn right into the R 324, continue for 32 km and you will find us on your right hand side. From George : Take the N2, turn right into The R 322.Continue until you get to a 4 way stop in Witsand. Turn Right, keep on this road for 17 km and you will find us on your left hand side.