Vacation rentals in Plathuis

Cosy "Off-the-Grid" cottage in the Little Karoo

Off grid cottage set in the heart of the Little Karoo within the Touwsberg Nature and Game Reserve. The reserve is well known for it's biodiverse fauna and flora and stunning scenery. Located off Route 62, midway between Barrydale and Ladismith, accessible with an average car/sedan, that has at least 17cm off ground clearance. The Cottage is well equipped, with indoor fireplace, cosy and completely private - the perfect Winter stay. Note: cell/3G reception requires a 2 minute walk; no wifi.

EcoTreehouse luxury off-grid cabin

Tucked into the lush Hermitage Valley just outside Swellendam, the EcoTreehouse is a peaceful off-grid cabin designed for comfort, simplicity, and connection to nature. It’s perfect for couples, solo travellers, or small families wanting to unplug without compromising on comfort. Wake to mountain views, fall asleep to frog-song, and soak under the stars in your private wood-fired hot tub. Swim, stargaze, wander the trails, or meet the horses — this land invites you to slow down.

Poortjies @ Suidster - Luxury Eco Off-grid Cottage

Suidster (between Montagu and Barrydale on the world famous R62) covers 110 hectares of pristine fynbos at the foot of the Langeberg mountains. Our cottages run on solar and are completely off grid. Come explore the beauty of Klein Karoo fauna at it's best. Total privacy, peace and quiet... enjoy your wood fired hot tub, under the most beautifully starry skies on earth. Have a browse through our suidster site on the internet for more more pictures and information about us.

39 Steyn Street, Barrydale

A character cottage in a character town. Unwind in quirky Barrydale – a small country village three hours from Cape Town on the scenic R62. The perfect stopover en route to Oudtshoorn, the world-renowned Swartberg Pass and the beautiful Garden Route. While in easy walking distance of all shops and restaurants, our self-catering cottage is perfectly situated on the edge of the village. Relax in style and enjoy traditional Karoo hospitality.

Wild, off-the-grid, style & comfort solar-powered.

When we first opened our spot we were truly over the hills and far away... now the village has grown around us a bit, but the place can still feel pretty secluded. The architect-designed house mixes inside/outside space with plenty of room for family.. Explore wetland, river and the Langeberg mountains. With plenty of comforts this spot is paradise for children, dogs and a retreat for adults.

Hermitage Vista.

You won’t forget your time in this romantic, memorable place. Relax and rejuvenate with this beautiful cottage at the foot of the Langeberg mountains. Tastefully decorated and beautiful scenery. Enjoy an afternoon nap with views of the green fields and mountains. Definitely for nature lovers and people who loves the outdoors. Inverter with battery system to supply basic lights, WiFi and tv

Wolverfontein Karoo: dWaenhuis

Lovingly restored historic barn on isolated farm at the foot of the Touwsberg. Luxury self catering with large open plan kitchen/lounge/dining and queen size separate bedroom. Exclusive use splash pool and shaded parking. Eskom power with solar backup to run the lights, plug points and wifi during loadshedding. Wolverfontein is the heart of the Klein Karoo.

'Uitspan' restored Karoo style Barn

Situated 7km off the R62 in the hamlet of Buffelsdrift is Uitspan's Barn. Tastefully restored, this quaint cottage has a comfy Queen size bed with en suite bathroom, antique Day bed that can sleep an extra person. Kitchen with fireplace and lounge plus outdoor terrace with braai and splash pool.

The Studio @ The Place

Escape to our retreat for nature lovers, in the magical untouched Klein Karoo, easily accessible from Route62 and the N2. The Studio is comfortable, modern and open plan with private shaded outdoor seating, spectacular views, a plunge pool and free wifi. It sleeps 4 plus two children.