Bartholomeus Klip Farmhouse

Bartholomeus Klip Farmhouse Highlights

Lodge type; Lodge
Location; Tulbagh
Lodge size; 5 rooms
Recommended stay; 2-5 nights

Bartholomeus Klip Farmhouse Information

One hour from Cape Town
Breakfasts and dinners
High tea
Nature drives
Viewing the disease-free buffalo
The Quagga Project

Introduction

Bartholomeus Klip Farmhouse is unique. There are only five bedrooms in this small hotel, the original homestead on a large private estate which is both a working wheat and sheep farm and a nature reserve with a spectacular mountain backdrop.

Bartholomeus Klip Lodge, in this unexplored region only an hour by car from Cape Town's international airport, you can feel part of the peaceful life of rural South Africa and its clean, crisp air and star-filled night skies.

Reserve Information

The Elandsberg Private Nature Reserve was declared a provincial nature reserve in 2008 in recognition of its importance to conservation. Its botanical value is incalculable since it preserves the largest remaining portions of two highly threatened Renosterveld and Fynbos plant communities.

Ten thousand acres of private nature reserve with over 500 head of game, a working farm with wheat and flocks of sheep on one side and the other buffalo, zebra, and tortoise breeding project;

No more than ten guests at a time enjoy walking, hiking, mountain biking, canoeing and birdwatching, or just to switch off and relax.

Rooms and Suites

Each of the comfortable bedrooms of this Tulbagh Lodge, with their specially made bed linen, generous reading lamps and views onto the garden, has its distinctive style and returning guests often ask for their particular favourite.

The separate suite, converted from farm outbuildings, is spacious and inviting, with a private verandah looking out over the reserve and up to the mountains.

Here you can sit in the evening and imagine yourself in the African heartland, listening to the clattering calls of the guinea fowl as the daylight fades and the owls begin to hoot their night-time warnings.

Cuisine and Wine

The food - in the French tradition but with a local flavour - is one of the highlights of a stay at Bartholomeus Klip.

The dedicated chefs in the kitchen have ensured that as many as possible of the ingredients they use come from the area, such as the locally-produced salmon trout and lamb, and the menus are varied and imaginative.

Lodge Facilities

The gardens at Bartholomeus Klip flourish in the heat of the long summers. Flowerbeds, old oak trees and extensive lawns surround the house, with loungers enticingly set out under umbrellas on the grass, and benches in secluded places perfect for absorbing the relaxed atmosphere.

A wonderfully large circular farm dam has been converted into an amazing salt-water swimming pool, complete with an extensive wooden deck for sunbathing or enjoying sundowner drinks overlooking the nature reserve, where you may spot the quaggas grazing in the evening light as the setting sun turns the mountains pink behind them.

Safari Activities

There are many different things to do at Bartholomeus Klip, although plenty of our guests love to spend their time with us just switching off. However, if you want to do something more strenuous, we provide mountain bikes for cycling through the reserve or along the farm roads through the wheatfields, and there are plenty of fantastic routes to choose for walks.

Down at the dam, guests can take to the water in canoes, or go windsurfing, trout fishing or birdwatching.

Even the most relaxed guest will want to join the guides on the morning and evening game drives through the reserve, where there is always something different to discover.

Family Friendly

Families and children are most certainly welcome, with numerous activities on offer.

Horse Riding in Cape Town

Experience an unforgettable adventure and explore the beauty of Cape Town by horseback.

Just a short drive from the centre of town, you will find Noordhoek – a sleepy community known for its stunning beach that stretches for over eight kilometres and is bordered by wetlands, Chapmans Peak and Kommetjie lighthouse.

Sleepy Hollow Horse Riding offers outrides on this beach where you can ride through dunes, trot across pools of water and even visit the skeletal remains of an old steamship wreck!
Horse Riding in Cape Town
Climbing Table Mountain

Table Mountain is one of the most iconic landmarks in Cape Town, and with the Aerial Cableway closed for a few weeks, now is the perfect time to explore its many paths.

A hike up Skeleton Gorge provides an opportunity to experience nature's beauty while gathering breathtaking views along the way.

With record numbers of visitors coming to Cape Town due to its designation as World Design Capital 2014, and inclusion as one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, it is no wonder why this city has been gaining so much attention.
Climbing Table Mountain
Kirstenbosch, Boomslang Tree Canopy Walkway

Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden is one of the most beautiful and diverse gardens in Cape Town. With its sprawling 1,300 acres of land, Kirstenbosch offers a journey of the senses with its vibrant flowers, lush greenery and an array of birdlife.

For those looking for a unique experience, take on the Boomslang Tree Canopy Walkway - an elevated walkway that provides stunning views across the gardens.
Kirstenbosch, Boomslang Tree Canopy Walkway
Cape Town Sightseeing Bus

Explore the stunning city of Cape Town in a budget-friendly and time-efficient way - The City Sightseer Bus.

This double-decker 'topless' red bus offers travellers several routes to take in all the attractions, including Blue Route from the City to Hout Bay, Red Route for Table Mountain Cable Car and Purple Route through Constantia Vineyards.

With the guided tour commentated in 15 different languages, this is a great day out for both kids and adults alike!
Cape Town Sightseeing Bus
Constantia Valley Wine Route

The Constantia Valley Wine Route is a stunning destination for wine lovers in South Africa. It offers an array of estates, each with its own special selection of wines and unique experiences to enjoy.

From the upgraded wine-tasting venue at Uitkyk Estate to Klein Constantia's "Beyond Restaurant", there are plenty of opportunities to sample some excellent local vintages. For those looking for something special, Groot Constantia is home to Cape Ruby port and Eagles Nest has partnered with the Western Cape Raptor Research Programme.
Constantia Valley Wine Route
Constantia Winelands, What to Do?

Escape from the hustle of Cape Town and immerse yourself in South Africa's famous wine culture by visiting Constantia Valley - only a quick journey away!

For centuries, Constantia Valley has been the home of some of South Africa's oldest and most renowned vineyards and wine farms.

Among these renowned wineries are Groot Constantia, Klein Constantia, Constantia Uitsig and Buitenverwachting – each with its own unparalleled atmosphere and exquisite wines.
Constantia Winelands, What to Do?
Helicopter Flight over Cape Town

Experience the beauty of Cape Town from a whole new perspective with an amazing Helicopter Flight over the city!

Get ready to take off and explore the stunning coastline, Table Mountain, Camps Bay Beach and more - all while taking in spectacular views that can only be seen from above.

Soar through the skies on a 12-13 minute flight or opt for one of the longer flights available to Hout Bay, Cape Point or even out to the Cape Winelands.
Helicopter Flight over Cape Town
Shark Cage Diving Cape Town

Experience the majesty of one of nature's most magnificent creatures with shark cage diving in Cape Town. With "Shark Diving", you can get up close and personal with great white sharks as they swim around the boat looking for bait.

Whether you want to dive yourself or just observe from the deck, this thrilling activity offers a unique opportunity to appreciate these powerful animals in their natural habitat.

You will also learn more about how humans are affecting their environment and why conservation efforts are essential for protecting them.
Shark Cage Diving Cape Town